-= 7D Post Pictures Here (2)

Gary McDuffie wrote in post #13219444
Didn't say they couldn't, but I did explain why it seems a waste. They don't really have much to do with a 7D. They have more to do with HDR processing than what the 7D will do. Take it or leave it. It's just an opinion.

An opinion with which I agree.

Gary McDuffie wrote in post #13219333
Just an observation, not directed at anyone at all - I keep seeing HDR and psuedo-HDR images posted here in the 7D forum. Why not post them in the HDR section? Putting HDRs here, really makes no sense because HDRs have little to do with what the 7D can do, which is the purpose of the forum. People would probably appreciate them in the HDR forum, because that's what they are there to see.

JMHO.

as much as I understand what you're saying, I'm not completely sure that I agree.
Yes, HDRs have little to do w/ what the 7D can do, but at the same time, a lot of the pictures posted here are also really "processed"...(selecti​ve) sharpening and noise reduction are examples of how they're processed.

If HDRs have little to do w/ the 7D, how do you feel about the other processed pictures? If you use photoshop to enhance your images by doing noise reduction or sharpening, how is that any different from using photoshop to combine multiple exposures to increase the dynamic range?

Surely, this thread shouldn't be just about SOOC, or RAW conversions right?

I guess the only difference is that there is a dedicated HDR section...it makes sense that you should try to post your HDRs there. But, at the same time, there are A LOT of other dedicated threads as well, like portraits, sports, macro...not to mention all the lens specific threads.

if everyone posted in those dedicated sections, then there would be no pictures in the dedicated camera threads.

Just to be clear, I'm not trying to pick a fight or anything like that. If that's how you're reading this, then I apologize. Since I know your stance on HDR images, I'm just curious about your stance on the "processed" images and other dedicated sections.

my stance is lenient...as long as it's taken w/ a 7D, it's fine.

jeev wrote in post #11546432
We like to see the pictures from 7D, There are numerous threads with lot of talks, no pictures or pictures buried down the thread.

This thread is for real world 7D pictures and technical details of the shot only. Thats it.

ohata0 wrote in post #13220732
as long as it's taken w/ a 7D, it's fine.

this...

srika wrote in post #13219669
it sounds like you just don't like HDR. (am I right?)

Actually, I agree with the original comment.

I look on this thread to see what the 7D & Lens combinations can do without any significant processing. In other words, so I can be a better 7D photographer SOOC.

HDR seems like a topic unto itself - and that thread would probably benefit from having these HDR processed images reviewed - probably get more comments on that about technique.


And, as the topic of this thread is "7D Post Pictures Here" - it really is all about the 7D.

As the OP said, just an opinion.

Moar pics, less debate. As far as I'm concerned - Srika's contributions are better than many - actually most others. Who cares about some of the snapshots that these threads seem to be polluted with.

Had a lot of cloud-to-cloud lightning last evening (7 OCT) so I was lucky to actually catch a small bolt as it flashed the sky.

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^ niiiice.

Roxie2401 wrote in post #13221001
Actually, I agree with the original comment.

I look on this thread to see what the 7D & Lens combinations can do without any significant processing. In other words, so I can be a better 7D photographer SOOC.

HDR seems like a topic unto itself - and that thread would probably benefit from having these HDR processed images reviewed - probably get more comments on that about technique.

And, as the topic of this thread is "7D Post Pictures Here" - it really is all about the 7D.

As the OP said, just an opinion.

I see where you are coming from, but if that's the case, then all photos should be SOOC with zero processing. So, I should not even post a B&W photo like the following. For the last HDR I posted (and any other I've posted in here) - I haven't thought much about it. I made that image with my 7D. So, I think it's fair game for this thread. Sure, I processed it with Photomatix, Lightroom, and Photoshop. But if you want to take a 'no processing' stance about this thread, then I sure hope you are posting JPG's straight out of the camera. (You would not want to use a 3rd party RAW converter).

IMAGE LINK: http://www.flickr.com/​photos/delobbo/6221742​960/

My last input on it. First, I would defer to the originator of the thread. He started it with an idea of what he wanted. That's where it should be.

As for processing, as we all know, there is always SOME processing. But HDR is much more than simple processing. I would even agree with a lot of the little digs at things like selective sharpening, D&B, etc. All digital images need some sharpening. Nature of the beast. But, what will the camera itself produce for an image? People coming here to evaluate whether they want a 7D or not aren't going to be happy to know that the images they looked at to make that decision were based on so much extra software and tweaking. What can THEY reasonably expect to get out of their shiny new 7D if they get one and go out and learn a bit about how it works? To me, that's what this thread was supposed to be about. As I said, my opinion, and my last input on it.

good point on the criteria stated in the 1st post.

I won't post anymore HDR's in here.

/tigger

srika wrote in post #13221464
I see where you are coming from, but if that's the case, then all photos should be SOOC with zero processing. So, I should not even post a B&W photo like the following. For the last HDR I posted (and any other I've posted in here) - I haven't thought much about it. I made that image with my 7D. So, I think it's fair game for this thread. Sure, I processed it with Photomatix, Lightroom, and Photoshop. But if you want to take a 'no processing' stance about this thread, then I sure hope you are posting JPG's straight out of the camera. (You would not want to use a 3rd party RAW converter).

I think some people forget that a camera is just a tool. A means to an end. And the "end" part is what is subjective and differs. Some people want to "document" things w/ their photography. While others treat it as an art form, something to create.

For those who want to see SOOC images, you're better off going to sites like DPReview.com, or imaging-resources.com and look at their standard studio setup to evaluate IQ. Those review sites try to keep the scene as consistent as possible so that one can better distinguish difference between varying models and manufacturers.

Here in the camera-specific photo threads, I think all is fair game. I'm not a big fan of HDR that look overly cooked. But those with the know-how and skills can create magnificent HDR photos, and I have to say, some of their photos are absolutely stunning. I say post away.

Agree with Julian and others who say all is fair. Without all the variations, this thread might become boring and slow.

srika wrote in post #13221574
good point on the criteria stated in the 1st post.

I won't post anymore HDR's in here.

/tigger

Quitting is losing!