scarboroughwa Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Well, I've ventured in to the weird and wonderful world of cameras. I was always dubious about talking to anyone about cameras because I didn't have a frigging clue what they were on about. And I mean, how hard can it be? Really? I'll keep the reasons for getting a decent camera to myself, for now, but I just bought a Canon 80D with the 18-135 STM lens. Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Paging @froggg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketteringram Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 31 minutes ago, scarboroughwa said: Well, I've ventured in to the weird and wonderful world of cameras. I was always dubious about talking to anyone about cameras because I didn't have a frigging clue what they were on about. And I mean, how hard can it be? Really? I'll keep the reasons for getting a decent camera to myself, for now, but I just bought a Canon 80D with the 18-135 STM lens. Anyone? I've always been Nikon, but it's just personal choice, and once you start you tend to stick with what you know, and lens fittings etc. What sort of photography are you interested in? Edit. Sorry about the last question! Just re read your post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaspode Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 A great time to be buying a camera - the advanced features packed into most modern SLRs mean you don't really need to know much at all to get great photos - stick it on 'auto' and off you go - plus the advent of digital means you can snap away 'for free' and just delete the 'mistakes'. When I started with my Nikon film camera in the mid-1980s, I'd be lucky if I had more than 1 or 2 shots worth keeping on each roll (probably not significantly better than that now, but that's the beauty of trying to improve....) Best advice is to get out there and use your camera - learn how to frame your shots, focusing the lens on different parts of the image, working out what makes a decent image and most importantly, how light can be used to alter the end result. You'll soon find yourself wanting to tweak the camera settings to make use of different lens apertures, but there's no rush - in fact probably the most important thing is to take your time - it's so easy to fire off a whole load of photos and then being disappointed with the results - the real satisfaction comes from working out what you're trying to achieve when you press the shutter release and then seeing the results. It's one of the reasons I still have a heap of film cameras despite having several 'all singing' digital bodies - old, slow film methods force me to slow down and re-assess what I'm trying to do.... Enjoy your new hobby - you might find it takes over your life.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamNut Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Readers wives? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 52 minutes ago, scarboroughwa said: I'll keep the reasons for getting a decent camera to myself 2 minutes ago, RamNut said: Readers wives? Nail. Head. Hit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarboroughwa Posted May 1, 2017 Author Share Posted May 1, 2017 58 minutes ago, RamNut said: Readers wives? You got me. Where to start? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froggg Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 3 hours ago, scarboroughwa said: Well, I've ventured in to the weird and wonderful world of cameras. I was always dubious about talking to anyone about cameras because I didn't have a frigging clue what they were on about. And I mean, how hard can it be? Really? I'll keep the reasons for getting a decent camera to myself, for now, but I just bought a Canon 80D with the 18-135 STM lens. Anyone? Nice camera, pm me if you have any difficulties with it, is it for general use or something specific? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 2 hours ago, scarboroughwa said: You got me. Where to start? send me the pics and I will judge for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1of4 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 4 hours ago, RamNut said: Readers wives? 3 hours ago, scarboroughwa said: You got me. Where to start? Check you can operate the camera one handed and its got anti shake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I suggested some readers wives type photography to the wife. Ok she said...all excited. When i stood there with a tub of vaseline she looked at me with anticipation and said ooh whats that for? She got a bit upset when i smeared it over the lense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteHorseRam Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 25 minutes ago, Paul71 said: I suggested some readers wives type photography to the wife. Ok she said...all excited. When i stood there with a tub of vaseline she looked at me with anticipation and said ooh whats that for? She got a bit upset when i smeared it over the lense. LOL - like Les Dawson, but with a 'bit o'blue for the Dads.' I have real trouble with my camera, maybe I should get a new one too. Getting everyone to sit still for five minutes after the magnesium flash powder lamp has gone off is a right bu***r. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Filth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkleyram Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 5 hours ago, scarboroughwa said: You got me. Where to start? I'd start by getting a wife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkleyram Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I use canon cameras scarborough and take a lot of photos. You do get better with practice. Gaspode's advice is great. I would add one thing - buy one of the specialist photography magazines every month or so. They have articles that show how professionals and amateurs work, give good ideas and can be a very good source of advice on a whole range of stuff. The really good thing about digital is that you can make lots and lots of mistakes without it costing you anything other than time Have fun, you and Mrs Scarborough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarboroughwa Posted May 4, 2017 Author Share Posted May 4, 2017 On 5/2/2017 at 01:11, froggg said: Nice camera, pm me if you have any difficulties with it, is it for general use or something specific? Cheers, will do. Grabbed a tripod today and the biggest sd card I could without paying silly money (128 gb). Earwig O. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Oh .. I thought this was a thread about that there French winger we signed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarboroughwa Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 19 hours ago, jono said: Oh .. I thought this was a thread about that there French winger we signed Unremarkable, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hucknall Ram Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 @scarboroughwa I hope you are getting on well with your photography, I have Canon EOS 1200d and mainly do sports photography, just started a over a year ago and left it in "Sports Mode" was great till the winter and I was taking photos under floodlights. My photos was blurred. I went on a photography course and it was the best thing I ever did. I found once you understand exposure then the rest falls into place, Aperture and Shutter Speed are the main two get your head round, with ISO another key factor. There is guy on youtube called Mike Browne, he does loads of 5 - 20 minute videos explaining different aspects of photography, from Aperture, Shutter Speeds to depth of field and composition. I found his videos really down to earth for example he would forget to take the lens cap off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuanFloEvraTheCocu'sNesta Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Started this up as a hobby with my missus this year. She has got a Nikkon jobbie although I am not sure of the make or model. She is mainly focusing on wildlife and nature. I got myself a gopro and a drone. Half tempted to stick my gopro on my cricket helmet whilst wicket keeping and batting to see what the footage comes out like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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