Vagueness and the Aftermath - A sporadic diary

[Dino]

But Dave, there is no way Tony is going to be studying photographic theory, changing lenses, setting apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, manual focus etc.

If he wants to do more than point the camera and press the button, I will gladly withdraw my protest.



 

They are point and shoot,although using a monopod and shooting continuously for 5 shots and picking the best one.

[Woodsey]

But Dave, there is no way Tony is going to be studying photographic theory, changing lenses, setting apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, manual focus etc.

If he wants to do more than point the camera and press the button, I will gladly withdraw my protest.

You could get that pic on auto no problem, you would need to change lens though.

[david3103]

But Dave, there is no way Tony is going to be studying photographic theory, changing lenses, setting apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, manual focus etc.

If he wants to do more than point the camera and press the button, I will gladly withdraw my protest.

You could get that pic on auto no problem, you would need to change lens though.

The photo in question was taken with a 55-250 lens. You could leave that on and cover pretty much any situation.

As for setting apertures etc, there are programs that do that for you just the same as there are on a compact. Turn the dial to sport setting for wildlife photography. The camera automatically sets the fastest realistic shutter speed. Point, hold down the shutter release button and you can take 5 or more shots per second.

Turn to the landscape setting and the program sets up to give lots of depth of field.

Portrait setting, less depth of field, faster shutter

All just like a compact, but with the ability to override the programs or go fully manual if and when you choose to investigate such things.

[Jon MW]

But Dave, there is no way Tony is going to be studying photographic theory, changing lenses, setting apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, manual focus etc.

If he wants to do more than point the camera and press the button, I will gladly withdraw my protest.

You could get that pic on auto no problem, you would need to change lens though.

The photo in question was taken with a 55-250 lens. You could leave that on and cover pretty much any situation.

As for setting apertures etc, there are programs that do that for you just the same as there are on a compact. Turn the dial to sport setting for wildlife photography. The camera automatically sets the fastest realistic shutter speed. Point, hold down the shutter release button and you can take 5 or more shots per second.

Turn to the landscape setting and the program sets up to give lots of depth of field.

Portrait setting, less depth of field, faster shutter

All just like a compact, but with the ability to override the programs or go fully manual if and when you choose to investigate such things.

But you can get camera's which aren't SLR's that you can switch the automated stuff off and go fully manual, so is being able to change lenses really the only difference?

[kinboshi]

You can do a lot with many compacts that used to be the sole domain of the SLR (although you still have more control and considerably more scope with lens options), and I think the dividing line between them is blurred now, much like my photos.

[Woodsey]

But Dave, there is no way Tony is going to be studying photographic theory, changing lenses, setting apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, manual focus etc.

If he wants to do more than point the camera and press the button, I will gladly withdraw my protest.

You could get that pic on auto no problem, you would need to change lens though.

The photo in question was taken with a 55-250 lens. You could leave that on and cover pretty much any situation.

As for setting apertures etc, there are programs that do that for you just the same as there are on a compact. Turn the dial to sport setting for wildlife photography. The camera automatically sets the fastest realistic shutter speed. Point, hold down the shutter release button and you can take 5 or more shots per second.

Turn to the landscape setting and the program sets up to give lots of depth of field.

Portrait setting, less depth of field, faster shutter

All just like a compact, but with the ability to override the programs or go fully manual if and when you choose to investigate such things.

For 90% of day to day pics the average hobby photographer would not improve on using auto most of the time with a DSLR. There are certain times/places and shot yes, but for most stuff they won't. I know because I've tried very hard and found out its often not worth the effort.

I don't even think the preset settings are much good either tbh, the sports one is the only one I found in any way useful when I started.

Sure compacts are pretty good for a lot of stuff, but a DLSR takes it to another level in a good proportion of shots.

[david3103]

You can do a lot with many compacts that used to be the sole domain of the SLR (although you still have more control and considerably more scope with lens options), and I think the dividing line between them is blurred now, much like my photos.

Setting aside the quality issues, one of the big practical differences is speed of use. My 10yr old 300D is all but instant whilst pretty much all compacts have significant shutter lag. That means that your subject may have moved before your picture is taken. (this is generally not a problem with pictures of bonfires or scenery)

[tikay]

"......pictures of bonfires......."

Superb rub Sir.

[Geo the Sarge]

"......pictures of bonfires......."

Superb rub Sir.

Quiet in the cheap seats please

Click to see full-size image.

Oh, and good morning sir

Geo

[david3103]

"......pictures of bonfires......."



Superb rub Sir.

Delivered with huge respect and affection though

[RED-DOG]

I find events like this hugely compelling. I want to know everything, from the big picture right down to the individual stories.


http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-16558910

[RED-DOG]

Just watching it on Sky news now.

Huge hole visible in the hull....

[Karabiner]

Are you having a crack at DTD's latest Grand Prix Tom?

I'm donating tomorrow.

[RED-DOG]

Are you having a crack at DTD's latest Grand Prix Tom?

I'm donating tomorrow.

Haven't looked at it yet. What's the buy-in - clock - structure - starting stack - format?

Just kidding ralph. I don't expect you to research it for me. I'll have a scout around the DTD website later.

[Karabiner]

Are you having a crack at DTD's latest Grand Prix Tom?

I'm donating tomorrow.

Haven't looked at it yet. What's the buy-in - clock - structure - starting stack - format?

Just kidding ralph. I don't expect you to research it for me. I'll have a scout around the DTD website later.

Just have a look on the last couple of pages of their latest news and views thread Tom.

40 minute clock £300 deepstack structure from memory, €60 buyin online, 2pm start today/tomorrow, 5pm midweek, 12 levels per day 1, chipstack carries forward.

€200,000,000 gtd*




*may be a slight exaggeration.