See Need tips for picture taking post.
What camera are you using?
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I've been using the Ryobi Durashot for the past 4 or so years and have grown really fond of their durability. Problem is I've gone through 5 in the past 12 months and am at my wits end with them at this point. Either the photo button wears out or they just mysteriously quit working.
In either case, I want to switch to a more affordable camera. Dilemna is I can't find a stinking one that has time/date stamp capabilities that are simple and reliable. I have a couple Kodak Easy shares, but they are worthless as you have to manually go through each picture to add the date stamp...and the time forgettabout it.
Any input?
In either case, I want to switch to a more affordable camera. Dilemna is I can't find a stinking one that has time/date stamp capabilities that are simple and reliable. I have a couple Kodak Easy shares, but they are worthless as you have to manually go through each picture to add the date stamp...and the time forgettabout it.
Any input?
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I've been using Verizon Droid incredible's. They take good pictures and have built in time and date stamp. I liked them so much I had an app built for the business.PipCo said:I've been using the Ryobi Durashot for the past 4 or so years and have grown really fond of their durability. Problem is I've gone through 5 in the past 12 months and am at my wits end with them at this point. Either the photo button wears out or they just mysteriously quit working.
In either case, I want to switch to a more affordable camera. Dilemna is I can't find a stinking one that has time/date stamp capabilities that are simple and reliable. I have a couple Kodak Easy shares, but they are worthless as you have to manually go through each picture to add the date stamp...and the time forgettabout it.
Any input?
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We went through 6 cameras and the dust, dirt, moisture,..everything in our line of work kills cameras. So over a year ago we switched to fuji finepix waterproof and LOVE it!! It great, EZ to use, durable, dust resistant, waterproof, shock proof. And a great tip from a contractor we worked for........attach sports keychain (long fabric type) around your neck. Then you can put camera in pocket, if you slip it wont fall. Cant tell you how many drops its saved me so far
Cannon A series. No need to resize as they take in 640X480. I pick them up at pawn shops for $40 each. Use rechargable Double A batteries. The majority of companies i work for DO NOT want datestamps so i leave that feature off and use Fastone to stamp them as no matter what there is always a date and time in your photo data. http://www.faststone.org/FSResizerDetail.htm
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That looks to nice for work.480sparky said:What's in my toy box:
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I generally use my Canon PowerShot SD1000 for 90+% of my shots for buildings and forensics. The main reason is that it is always handy (very solid body, trim, lens retracts and gets covered). It is only a 7.1 MP, but does have a 3x zoom. It has been very durable over the last 4 years or so, but did need a new mode switch (shoot, view, video), although I never did use the video feature.
I also carry my big Canon SLR in the car with about 14 MP and interchangeable wide angle and zoom lens in addition to the normal zoom because it does have a good macro feature for extreme close-ups in special situations.
Because of the size and bulk, I usually use my little Canon that is always in my pocket until I get into a problem area. The big camera does a great job on architectural photos and I have programs to get rid of the common distortion problems.
If you do need the photos for legal purposes, save the original and then save the modified copies because it can be determined that a photo was modified (even for exposure).
I also carry my big Canon SLR in the car with about 14 MP and interchangeable wide angle and zoom lens in addition to the normal zoom because it does have a good macro feature for extreme close-ups in special situations.
Because of the size and bulk, I usually use my little Canon that is always in my pocket until I get into a problem area. The big camera does a great job on architectural photos and I have programs to get rid of the common distortion problems.
If you do need the photos for legal purposes, save the original and then save the modified copies because it can be determined that a photo was modified (even for exposure).
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Is that a panoramic?480sparky said:But it sure works nice!
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mbobbish734 said:is that a panoramic?
360°.
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Oh, that would be nice. I usually don't need to take pics that nice. But it sure would be nice for higher end before and afters. .how does it do 360 , does move on its own stand?480sparky said:360°.
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It's a series of 36 shots taken with a DSLR and 10mm lens, taken 10° apart, and combined using special software.mbobbish734 said:Oh, that would be nice. I usually don't need to take pics that nice. But it sure would be nice for higher end before and afters. .how does it do 360 , does move on its own stand?
In truth, this is what is called High Dynamic Range. Each of the 36 shots is really a combination of 5 frames each. 5 frames were taken at different exposure levels to capture the bright highlights as well as the dark shadows. This was repeated 36 times, and the 36 frames (each made up from 5 exposures each) were combined into the final product.
Panos are really that difficult, there's just a huge learning curve up front.
Another HDR 360°:
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That's amazing. So are you an electrician or a photographer.:confused.480sparky said:It's a series of 36 shots taken with a DSLR and 10mm lens, taken 10° apart, and combined using special software.
In truth, this is what is called High Dynamic Range. Each of the 36 shots is really a combination of 5 frames each. 5 frames were taken at different exposure levels to capture the bright highlights as well as the dark shadows. This was repeated 36 times, and the 36 frames (each made up from 5 exposures each) were combined into the final product.
Panos are really that difficult, there's just a huge learning curve up front.
Another HDR 360°:
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Yes. :laughing:mbobbish734 said:That's amazing. So are you an electrician or a photographer.:confused.
Click here.
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So your a sparky that love's photography. And has a photography business?:still confused480sparky said:
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No confusion necessary. You pretty much got it figured out.mbobbish734 said:So your a sparky that love's photography. And has a photography business?:still confused
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That's pretty cool , doing what you love. And hopefully making some cash to boot. I use to work in a darkroom years ago. It was fun once.you got used to the smell, anyhow those times are long gone. All digital now.480sparky said:No confusion necessary. You pretty much got it figured out.
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Sadly, I don't make enough to support the habit. But the long-term plan is to have enough images that I can retire selling prints.mbobbish734 said:That's pretty cool , doing what you love. And hopefully making some cash to boot. I use to work in a darkroom years ago. It was fun once.you got used to the smell, anyhow those times are long gone. All digital now.
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