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    Which is more important to you the feel and process of shooting or the results of the final images.

    It's usually both for me too but there are times I just want to get out of the house and I shoot just for the pleasure of shooting. I also sometimes shoot too many pics and come PP time I get fed up working on the images and sometimes a very good image is not even seen!
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    Sony New guy with questions....

    I'd add the Fuji X-T1 to the list. If you already have good glass then that camera will replace your aging GXR while it still has some resale value left. Fuji X-mount has as many adapters available as Sony for legacy glass and when you need AF, the native Fuji glass is there and comparable to...
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    I need serious help choosing a camera...

    If money is no object then the newly announced Nikon 1 V3 may be ideal. Available with an optional EVF and a grip with more buttons it could be a flexible solution that is unbeatable in some respects. Bear in mind it will quite possibly plummit in price like the V1 before it. Great for fast...
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    Sony "Old" camera technology Bargains

    I was tempted to get a NEX 7 recently myself (to replace my 5N). Prices have dropped recently and now you can get a 2nd hand NEX 7 for around £400 - £450 (body only). In the end I could not convince myself it was that much of an upgrade so instead elected to upgrade my E-PL5 for a Panasonic GX7...
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    It ain't Hollywood, but I made the news!

    Great news Pete. I knew you had some fabulous cityscapes and it was just a matter of time before recognition was due. No doubt just the beginning!
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    Adobe Black Friday Deal with PS CC and LR5

    I signed up for this deal. Seemed too good to miss. Unfortunately Lightroom is so slow on my PC it is easier and quicker to just use ACR and import into CS6. So if you are considering upgrading then you may have to upgrade your PC soon after! Still I've been dragging my heels with regard to my...
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    My thoughts on Focus accuracy.....( manual as opposed to AF )

    It is easy to miss focus when comparing lenses, I did it myself recently and on reviewing the results of a test the inferior lens looked to be sharper on some shots. Fortunately a real world test on the street was enough to confirm which was the better lens. So there's only so much you can learn...
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    Micro 4/3 Panasonic Lumix GM1 Anybody?

    I enjoy using my E-PL5 with my pancake lenses or c-mount but as soon as I put something bigger on I find it irritating to use - too small and the buttons are too close together and it's just so easy to accidentaly alter a setting. I can imagine that problem is magified with the GM1. So it's...
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    Sony Does NEX FF make anyone question the price of the current crop mirrorless?

    I think a FF NEX is going to be a big seller for Sony. especially as they are once again leading the way. APS-C NEX has drawn a big following from people who like to manual focus and/or use legacy lenses. I exclusively use legacy glass on my Canon 5D but I'm very limited on what lenses will...
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    Nikon Just ordered V1 + 10 + 18.5

    Auto iso is fine if you are in shutter priority mode though it's best to keep a check on the apertures the camera is choosing, N1 lenses tend to work best from wide open. For post work you could always grab a free copy of Adobe's DNG converter and convert the files to DNG format and use in CS3...
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    Micro 4/3 Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 + Oly E-PL5

    I'm using the E-PL5 with 14mm pancake for street. They make a good pairing and the AF in good light is fast enough to get plenty of keepers shooting blind from the hip or neck strap. In poorer light it's better to zone focus. The 14mm is on another level to the 17mm f2.8 pancake. My only gripe...
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    password management

    I use Lastpass and find it a lifesaver because I'm terrible at remembering passwords. Maybe worth writing down a few secure passwords and sticking them to the inside of a naff book that no-one would consider reading/stealing.
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    Fuji X-M1 vs Sony Nex 6 - a user comparison

    Nice comparison review Ray. I can certainly relate to your take on the 2 cameras regarding street shooting. With the NEX series zone focusing with a Voigtlander or Leica adapted lens is probably the best way to go. For those that shoot with a VF then maybe the AF is just about good enough for...
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    Micro 4/3 I think the time has come to let go

    I left m43 briefly but am now back in with the E-PL5 and 2 pancake lenses and a few adapters for legacy glass. Got to say I'm liking the new sensors a lot - seems a big leap from the GH2 and GF3 I had before. I find the dof the m43 sensor gives is ideal for street work. I'll keep my Nikon J1 for...
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    Micro 4/3 Oly VF4 Arrived!

    Would you say it is a step up from the VF-2 with regard to manual focusing? I'm considering an evf for using my legacy glass with the E-PL5.
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    Micro 4/3 Getting started in M 4/3

    I'd wait out until some detailed reviews start appearing for the E-P5. It looks like a stunning camera outperforming even the E-M5 in several features. Expensive but it looks to be a camera you'd hang onto for a long time..
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    Sigma Sigma Landscape

    Great shot Andy. It really has a 3 dimensional look to it and great fine detail.
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    Nikon Nikon V1 Compendium

    Thanks John that was an interesting read. More so as I've been considering selling mine. Ideally I want an m43 body and the 14mm or 17mm pancakes. To see a noticeable improvement in sensor performance compared to the V1 I think it would need to be an EP3 or a GX1. I'm in no hurry though so may...
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    Micro 4/3 So...Are we liking the GF6? Post your thoughts.

    I think the tilt screen makes it eminently more usable than the GF5 and the sensor is decent. I'd consider it an option if the Olympus EPL5 is just out of budget. If tilt screen is not important then GX1 or Oly E-P3 are probably better buys.
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    The New Ricoh GR Announced and Available for Pre-Order ($797 at B&H)

    Ricoh GR Review - First Impressions Ricoh GR Review - First Impressions
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    London Street 15th April 13

    Nice work Pete, makes me realize how much I under-used my GF3 when I had it. I really do wish I'd had the chance to try out the 14mm and/or the 17mm pancakes. I can see me flogging my Nikon V1 in order to get back into that format..
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    Sony RX1 and Fuji X100s - A Comparison (long!)

    Good comparison Ray, you've spelled out the differences admirably. Stunning shots too and either camera could make someone happy for life. Somewhat surprising that the RX-1 on it's first attempt has produced such a well rounded camera. I wonder which manufacturer is going to rise to the...
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    Nikon COOLPIX A - Low Light Street

    Fine work there Ray. Looks like this camera is very useable in low light.
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    Olympus XZ-2, Canon G15, & Panasonic LX7 - shooting impressions

    Nice review Ray. How would you rate the AF response and acquisition times on the LX7 and XZ2 in comparison of say a sony rx100 or Nikon 1 series cam? Would you feel confident enough to shoot wide open and rely on face recognition? For street work with the LX7 are you still zone focusing in...
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    Fuji omd vs gh3 vs xe1

    Fascinating. Thanks for posting the link. Out of curiosity how do the trio compare on price with those lenses?
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    Sony Sony Nex 20mm F2.8 coming

    I think the lens speed is good enough for the body it is going on. If it performs as well as the m43 Panasonic 20mm F1.7 it will be a hit. If it was any faster it would be priced out of reach for the masses and the masses is presumably their target audience. That said I doubt I'll get it. I...
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    Color images from nature

    Eyebrook Reservoir (sunrise) by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr
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    Street Street photography (Image thread)

    no escape by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr DSC_9690 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr the ever cheerful chappie by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr All taken from the hip with the Nikon J1 and 10mm pancake.
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    Nikon Nikon v1 worth it at discount?

    I think you need to decide if the key features that set it apart from the rest are important to you, if not then you will most likely be dissatisfied. Focus acquisition speed - in good light it's nigh on instant. In poor light it can struggle though so rule it out if you favour low light...
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    B&W Black & White, monotone and sepia

    DSC09550 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr
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    Nature Show "Winter"

    fetch by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr where seaguls dare by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr DSC_1739 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr
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    Birds Show Birds

    winter robin by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr check her out! by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr Both shots taken with the Nikon V1 and a Canon FD adapter fitted with a Canon FD 200mm F4 lens, tripod mounted.
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    Featured Forum Post: 'The Amazing Versatility of the LX7'

    Great work with that LX7 Ray, I'm amazed at what you are getting out of such a small sensor. Look forward to seeing what you can do with the EPL5. I nearly went for one myself but what put me off was the best m43 lenses are out of my budget and I think I'd have felt limited with just the 20mm...
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    Sony Only watch this when a hot beverage is in reach :)

    Nice series. Depicts very well the current weather conditions. I have both those lenses myself. Sadly they have been neglected recently. I was hoping to shoot some street today but got stuck in traffic and a journey that normally takes half an hour took 3 hours. Plus I'm a bit of a wimp when it...
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    Fuji Fate of the X10

    Yes, I'm sure it will do very well in the used market. I wonder how quickly the new stock will go? I bought the Nikon V1 once the prices dropped considerably and I believe the J1/V1 was a really good seller after the price drop. In the current climate I don't think so many people are riding the...
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    Sony Sony Nex 6 & konica hexanon 28mm F3.5

    I do love Konica Hexanon glass - great performance for the price. Nice shot. I too like flare, though I still use hoods!
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    Pentax Pentax MX-1 enthusiast compact announced

    Pentax MX-1 This camera piques my curiosity. Seems an odd beast for Pentax to release but then again, the K01 was rather unique.. Hands on video: Pentax MX-1 enthusiast compact camera launched - News - Trusted Reviews Anyone seen better links?
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    Nikon V1 viewfinder

    I've not had my V1 for long but the EVF is pretty impressive. Biggest negative for me is it is a bit slow switching from screen to EVF. This is annoying in that you have a camera that can lock onto the subject in an instant but the delay in the evf turning on negates that advantage if you see...
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    K-01 Portrait, colour.

    Great shot. Lovely lighting and comp. Saw one on ebay for £200 body only. If I had more Pentax lenses I'd have been very tempted.
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    Sony RX-1 Review, from LL

    Remind him of what he said a few weeks before your birthday, just shortly after you've lovingly polished his shoes!:biggrin:
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    Ricoh Ricoh GXR - A boy and a horse

    Nice shot. Beautiful light and colour. I also like the reflections on his glasses.
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    Sony ISO vs Shutter Speed

    A 1" sensor still has a huge dof and for normal use changing apertures will have little impact. Shutter speed on the other hand can make or break a photo with a small sensor. So I'd agree with Luke but add the proviso that if you want shallow dof then switch to aperture priority and open her up...
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    Need a camera recommendation

    I'd say the V1 with 10-30mm zoom and the SB-N5 flash for indoor use should be a great starting kit. The 30-110mm zoom and perhaps a fast prime later will be needed as the kids grow. Might be worth considering a 2nd hand purchase on ebay so you can get a more complete kit for your money.
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    Micro 4/3 Will Olympus crush Panasonic now Sony are backing them?

    Yes quite right, there is a lot more to a camera than its sensor but I do think the sensor above all else defines a camera. It's like the engine of a car. I've yet to use an Olympus digital so don't really know what I'd make of the UI. I've never been overly impressed with Panasonic's ooc...
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    Micro 4/3 Will Olympus crush Panasonic now Sony are backing them?

    Good first point and I suppose that indicates development costs for new size sensors are not that big. A FF NEX would be the dogs gonads but aren't E-mount lenses designed for APS-C sensors? They could be used on smaller sensors without loss of quality but go the other way and you introduce...
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    Micro 4/3 Will Olympus crush Panasonic now Sony are backing them?

    Well if they knocked up the sensor so quick then I look forward to their next edition! Do Panasonic make their own sensors? I can't keep up. I know Ricoh and Nikon use Sony sensors but the Fuji cams used to be rehashed Nikon bodies so are they Sony sensors too?
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    Micro 4/3 Will Olympus crush Panasonic now Sony are backing them?

    Rumour is the OMD is using a Sony sensor. Why would Sony provide a sensor of that size unless it had plans afoot to enter that arena with its own cameras? Okay it has a big stake in Olympus now but surely this sensor was being developed before they acquired the large stake in Olympus. Olympus...
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    Fuji Newly minted X10 owner

    Can you elaborate a bit more on the Sony NEX 5N's AF performance please? Like you, I'm a manual focus user of the 5n but have been considering the Sigma 19mm or 30mm for street work. However, if the 5N's AF is pants then plan B would be an Olympus E-PL3 - I have the 20mm pancake and 14-45mm zoom...
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    Street Street photography (Image thread)

    DSC_5551 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr somewhere in time by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr DSC_5570 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr All taken with Nikon J1 and 10mm pancake
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    Street Street photography (Image thread)

    DSC_3865 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr DSC_2598 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr DSC_2614 by norman j shearer2010, on Flickr
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