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Published: 2008-02-16 23:44:06 +0000 UTC; Views: 17169; Favourites: 175; Downloads: 0
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These are my tools which I use on photo shoots...Links are provided if you are interested in more info.
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Digital SLR Bodies:
Canon EOS 1D Mark III [link]
Canon EOS 30D (with Battery Grip) [link]
Canon EOS Rebel XT (with Battery Grip) [link]
Other Digital Cameras:
Canon PowerShot Pro1
Canon PowerShot Elph S100 (used to take this photo)
Weather-proof L-Series Lenses:
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM (ET-86 Hood) [link]
Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM (EW-88 Hood) [link]
Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM (EW-83G Hood) [link]
Other Lenses:
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM (ES-71II Hood) [link]
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM (ET-67 Hood) [link]
Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM (EW-78BII Hood) [link]
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM (ET-60 Hood) [link]
Canon EF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 II [link]
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II
Lens Filters:
UV, CPL, IR, 812, Close-up (58mm, 72mm, 77mm, 82mm)
External Flash Units:
Canon Speedlite 580EX (with Lumiquest ProMax Diffuser)
Canon Speedlite 420EX (with Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce Diffuser)
Remote Switches:
Canon RS-80N3 (For 1D and 30D)
Canon RS60-E3 (For Rebel XT)
Canon RC-1 Wireless (For Rebel XT)
Canon WL-DC100 Wireless (For PowerShot Pro1)
Digital Storage:
Tritton Tango 40GB Mutimedia Drive [link]
High-capacity CF and SD Cards (8GB, 4GB, 2GB)
Camera Support:
Manfrotto 3021BPRO Tripod (with 322RC2 Horizontal Ballhead)
Manfrotto 681B Monopod (with 488RC4 Ballhead) [link]
Manfrotto 681B Monopod (with 486RC2 Ballhead) [link]
Manfrotto Quick Action Strap 401N (for Tripod) [link]
Lighting:
Collapsible 5-in-1 Reflector/Deflectors
Communication:
Cobra MicroTalk Radio
Softwares:
Adobe Photoshop CS2
Adobe Lightroom
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Comments: 163
That's what dreams are made of.
But no matter how amazing your equipment is. It's not the camera taking a good photo, it's the person behind it.
Keep it up. I guess you would even take great pictures with a camera made of pasteboard and shards of glass.
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I have a little tinny Fujifilm Finepix S5800, and I want to buy a new Canon EOS 450D, what do you think?
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If that's what you need, then get it.
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Well, since you're an amazing photographer, and have more experience, could you tell one last thing?
I love landscape and macro photography, could you tell if is any good? Please?
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If you enjoy taking landscape photos, you will need a wide angle lens [link] 
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thank you very much for the feedback
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Wow.. Now I feel stupid with my Nikon D40 with a 18-55 mm lens... I don't got any money to buy any more equipment though.. All I can do is dream.. :/
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oh wow i kinda feel stupid with my little olympus...i dont have any lenses or anything. i looked at some, they are real expensive.
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its obviously not ALL your gear, you must have taken this picture with something...
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If you'd read the artist's comments you would have seen this:
"Canon PowerShot Elph S100 (used to take this photo)
The point of this deviation is the list.
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really i had no idea!? thanks for pointing that out to me
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I notice you use Tiffen lens filters. Is that a simple preference? Or are they the best in your opinion? I have a few Hoyas and a few no-names off eBay.
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I also use some Hoya and Canon filters as well. However, I find good value in Tiffen filters and polarizers which render the same high quality image output... So I guess it's just personal preference.
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but im not really rich, so is there any great lenses/filters for quite cheap? or any other equipment?
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There are certain good value lenses out there but usually with limitations to their capabilities. Specialized lenses and filters may be expensive compared to others for general use, but you get what you paid for.
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you must be pretty well-off to afford all these!
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my dad would be in heaven... though I think he has some of these same items too.
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nice! that must have cost a lot of money DX this is great for a reference *faves*
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I am sooper-jealous. My wife thinks I overdid my gear. Looking at your gear makes me want to run out and buy a battery grip for my Rebel XT, and maybe a couple lenses...............
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Just tell her how much you have saved on her birthday and Christmas gifts (over the past few years) so now you have enough to buy yourself more photo equipment!
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I am thinking about buying a digital slr. Any suggestions for a first time buyer? I want to be able to do animals (work at a zoo), and stars (so I don't lose all that astronomy I learned). I also might be a complete neophyte at this, but I am planning on taking classes at the community college down the road (in which I will need an slr for the class, and I might as well get a good one).
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That depends on your budget... the Canon Digital Rebel series are all very nice cameras for beginners. However, if you would like a larger SLR body try the Canon EOS 40D or 50D (which are semi-pro series). You can find these available with standard zoom kit lenses, but I would suggest getting something more specific for each type of photography.
For most wildlife photography, a zoom of 200-300mm works well (particularly if you work at a zoo). As for your interest in astronomy, you may need something with even more zoom power. There's a large selection of lenses from Canon and other manufacturers. I prefer original Canon lenses since they usually have better performance, but keep in mind that certain lenses could cost more than the price of a SLR camera body.
You can read more about Canon's SLR systems and lenses at their website: [link]
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wow...my fiance will be impressed, and jealous! he has a Canon 350 i think..
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What is amazing is that after showing that enormous collection you still got a camera to take a photo of it
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don't take this the wrong way, but 8,000$ for ONE camera?! The only way I could ever rationalize that to myself would be if I was a professional photographer who made lots and lots of money a year...I just spent 500-ish$ on my nikon d40 (which I'm in love with, btw) and it was hard for me to spend that much.
Your photos are gorgeous, and I mean absolutely no disrespect-it's your money, your cameras, and your beautiful photos...I was just astounded at the price.
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Why would I take the wrong way? There are people spending more money on drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, etc.
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damn right... 
ahh, i wish i could buy a slr, analog one is okay, 
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Haha, I know. It makes more sense to spend that money on camera stuff.
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Wish me luck catching up with you.. at least with my works
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Ok, gotta give you a reason why I favorited. ^_^ Because you have a wonderful collection of awesome equipment. This helps in my "Mary Needs A New Camera" research.
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There are tons of great equipment out there these days and they are just getting better and better. Best of luck with that!
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That must have cost a fortune! I'm just starting out and it cost me 350 for a Nikon and wow....i got long way to go ><
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wow i am jealous lol
Great equipment!
I am saving for my first canon right now but i still dont know wich one i better buy, do you have any tips for a beginner on wich camera i should buy?
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That depends on your budget and what kind of photos you enjoy taking. If you are just starting and would like something basic, any of the Canon's EOS Digital Rebel XT or XS series would be good. If you would like something more advanced, then you should check out Canon's EOS 40D or 50D (these two are often used by professionals as their back up cameras). In the event that money isn't an issue, look into Canon's new EOS 5D Mark II (this would be what most studio and/or landscape photographers would use). For optimum performance and digital technology, Canon offers their pro-series EOS 1D and 1Ds Mark III versions (these would be preferred bodies by serious photographers in a variety of industries).
Once you have selected a body, then you must decide which kind of lenses you'll need to capture the images you seek.
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Thank you so much for your helpful reply
Wel my budget is not that big lol but i buyed the canon eos 450d they told me in the shop it was a good camera for beginners
Thanks again
Nella
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The jealousy that courses through me right now. you could bottle it!
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How big are your 5 in 1 reflectors?
And whats your preference between the monopod and tripod?
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Those reflectors have a diameter of 21 inches (61 cm). I use the tripod for a variety of shoots: portraits, architecture, landscapes, macros, long exposures, HDR images, etc. For sporting events or any types of action shots (including wildlife) I prefer to have my telephoto zoom lens on a monopod.
When it comes to monopods vs. tripods, there's no comparison. They are totally different tools for different situations. For absolute stability, there's nothing that beats having a reliable tripod on location. For mobility and extra weight support, monopods are definitely more efficient.
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Wow, I have a small digital camera but no weather proof lenses. I don't think I could use them on it. But I do so wish to take winter shots, etc.. What do you recommend for a beginner to use outdoors?
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