Will V|Photography
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I'll do what I can. I don't use my L110 enough to justify using it so it'll probably be a cellphone shot. It's a little large for the D3100 body but I think the grip will balance it out nicely.
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I'll be out of a part time job soon. The motorcycle track where I work is shutting down for good. The city is taking back the land and turning it into a landfill. 
Hopefully they'll build another one in a couple of years. So my photography budget is coming to a screeching halt as of Oct. 2nd. lol. If I find another part time job, my NAS will pick up again.
Hopefully they'll build another one in a couple of years. So my photography budget is coming to a screeching halt as of Oct. 2nd. lol. If I find another part time job, my NAS will pick up again. Will V|Photography
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Shop around and get something slightly larger than needed with a high SEER. Don't worry about spending a little extra because it'll pay for itself within the first year and last for 10+. Get ready to watch that electric bill drop.
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)Will V|Photography
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In a turn of awesome events the rest of my stuff showed up today (except my filters ). I got my tripod and grip in addition to the flash. Here is the whole shebang put together:
and here is a close-up of the Yongnuo 460ii on top of the gripped D3100:
Don't mind the terrible quality pictures. They were taken from my Blackberry in very questionable light. I'm surprised I even got them to come out this good...
). I got my tripod and grip in addition to the flash. Here is the whole shebang put together:
and here is a close-up of the Yongnuo 460ii on top of the gripped D3100:
Don't mind the terrible quality pictures. They were taken from my Blackberry in very questionable light. I'm surprised I even got them to come out this good...
Will V|Photography
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Thanks! Yeah it's a little large in relation to the camera itself, but it is smaller than the Godox TT520. I don't mind the size too much and it's really easy and fun to use.
I found this from a quick Google search:
I found this from a quick Google search:
Will V|Photography
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After some time to mess with everything... well, I couldn't be happier. The flash is amazing, the grip works perfect (save for the GPS cable which I had to send back and get replaced), the tripod has opened up many new doors, and the filters are such a help. Next on the acquisition list is a wireless trigger for the flash and then it's all lenses from there.
For a somewhat visual review of the flash check out this post in the Godox thread: #63
For a somewhat visual review of the flash check out this post in the Godox thread: #63
Johnathan Aulabaugh
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The only thing I have bought lately is some rain covers and cleaning swabs. The last buy was a Clik Elite Hiker pack that I have mixed feelings about. Great bag for over night trips (loved it in the Tetons) but not suitable for short walks. My older Lowepro fastpack is nicer for that type of thing. Cpl it with the op tech utility strap and you have a pretty functional system for carrying a cpl lenses and a flash.
Johnathan Aulabaugh
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I have hotshoes I use regualarly. SB800 and SB 600, both are great. A good flash is always nice to have.
Will V|Photography
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What are you shooting with? If you check out the last page you'll see my new flash. Picked it up brand new for ~$50.
I just bought a 55-200mm telephoto lens from Future Shop in town and am very happy with it. Still playing with it when I have th chance but so far, nothing to complain about. I am not picky about my lenses- I find their strengths and use them and avoid the areas where they are weak.
This one is an upgrade to my older 70-210mm telephoto that I bought used on Kijijji about 2 years ago. I am still very happy with it but it's showing it age by sticking when I pull it to the 210mm zoom. I would find out what is wrong but figure may as well invest in a new lens while I have a chance.
Next purchases will be a 50mm prime, tripod (yes I don't have one, lol) and maybe some more filters as I am lacking in some that may be useful.
This one is an upgrade to my older 70-210mm telephoto that I bought used on Kijijji about 2 years ago. I am still very happy with it but it's showing it age by sticking when I pull it to the 210mm zoom. I would find out what is wrong but figure may as well invest in a new lens while I have a chance.
Next purchases will be a 50mm prime, tripod (yes I don't have one, lol) and maybe some more filters as I am lacking in some that may be useful.
Johnathan Aulabaugh
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How is it going with that flash? is it able to sync off camera and all that like a sb600 or sb800? I try not to buy off brand to much, although I am considering a fast lens by a different manufacturer, which is something i would never have thought to do a cpl years ago
Browncoat
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New backdrop from SayCheeseBackgrounds.com arrived today.
I purchased an 18% grey from the Classics series (#C1200), and I must say this is the most well constructed backdrop I've ever seen. They are dyed and sewn by hand and just reek of quality. The backdrop is so thick, it's more like leather than cloth. They just don't make stuff like this anymore, gang.
I opted for the muslin 8x10 version, which was $229. Not cheap, but not over the top either. The 18% grey color will work well with colored flash gels so that I can make this thing just about any color I want.
This is a quickie 5-minute job. No color on the backdrop:
I purchased an 18% grey from the Classics series (#C1200), and I must say this is the most well constructed backdrop I've ever seen. They are dyed and sewn by hand and just reek of quality. The backdrop is so thick, it's more like leather than cloth. They just don't make stuff like this anymore, gang.
I opted for the muslin 8x10 version, which was $229. Not cheap, but not over the top either. The 18% grey color will work well with colored flash gels so that I can make this thing just about any color I want.
This is a quickie 5-minute job. No color on the backdrop:
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Will V|Photography
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^^Nice stuff Anthony! A job opportunity popped up and I may be getting into portrait photography. Not fond of sitting in a studio but I may take it as I haven't had any sort of work for some time. Mind posting a picture of your setup?
I love the flash but I have yet to use it off camera. It's manual so I'm just learning how to use it on camera first, bouncing and such. It wont sync to the Nikon system but it's only $50 and wireless triggers aren't that much. I figure I can learn the flash and then drop some money on triggers and another 460ii. If you check out the Godox 520 thread and some other threads in the Flash section there is some good discussion on this.
Nice glass and awesome shot. New wallpaper on the Macbook
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I love the flash but I have yet to use it off camera. It's manual so I'm just learning how to use it on camera first, bouncing and such. It wont sync to the Nikon system but it's only $50 and wireless triggers aren't that much. I figure I can learn the flash and then drop some money on triggers and another 460ii. If you check out the Godox 520 thread and some other threads in the Flash section there is some good discussion on this.
Nice glass and awesome shot. New wallpaper on the Macbook
<-- former graffiti artist