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Comment by Don posted on Advice needed for a studio set up please at 01/05/2011 - 00:36
Algernon wrote:
Hi Don, why don't you use an aluminium covered bubble wrap type of material instead of messing about with all that fibreglass? DIY version link
4mm = 55mm polystyrene.
The quilt version is amazing!
because shooting video requires constant light sources, and the most affordable option is halogen, which is also hot. 500-800 watts is hot enough to melt that bubble foil. I will be using that bubble foil in a how to, for use with flash though, and also for how to make cheap reflectors....Hi Don, why don't you use an aluminium covered bubble wrap type of material instead of messing about with all that fibreglass? DIY version link
4mm = 55mm polystyrene.
The quilt version is amazing!
the furnace filters on the other hand are usually made of fiberglass combined with the aluminum screen material (acts as a heat sink) can actually take a lot of heat... a 300 watt halogen work lamp from 18 or more, inches away and it is safe for a couple hours use.
I'll go over that in more detail next week on part 2 when I show how to use it.. it is a shoot through softbox, as opposed to a reflector.
Comment by Don posted on Advice needed for a studio set up please at 30/04/2011 - 12:31
SteveEveritt wrote:
I'm sorry for p'ing on your bonfire, but I cannot understand the logic behind ANYthing disposable, we do not have infinite resources on the planet and EVERYthing should be built to last. We cannot afford to waste things in the way we currently do. A fine example of this is the historical lenses we all use that are still in perfect working order after sometimes more than 30 years.
Sorry if I sound a bit high and mighty but that is the way I feel, I hate waste!
Couldn't agree more. I figure we could save thousands of trees per week if we stop using toilet paper, and switch to kittens. They are soft and absorbent. You could just use a kitten once, toss it out the window, and it will clean itself and come back ready to re-use. I'm sorry for p'ing on your bonfire, but I cannot understand the logic behind ANYthing disposable, we do not have infinite resources on the planet and EVERYthing should be built to last. We cannot afford to waste things in the way we currently do. A fine example of this is the historical lenses we all use that are still in perfect working order after sometimes more than 30 years.
Sorry if I sound a bit high and mighty but that is the way I feel, I hate waste!
seriously though, there are a tonne of things we need to not buy... disposable digital cameras are on that list.
Comment by Don posted on eBay triumph!!! at 30/04/2011 - 00:11
Dangermouse wrote:
The DA 35 Ltd may also be suffering from the DA 35/2.4. While the Ltd may be better, a lot of people will surely look at the prices and go for the cheaper lens.
I did. I also looked at image quality... Pentax would do well to bring out a series, 18mm, 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 70mm, and 85mm all budget primes, all plastic all with comparable image quality...The DA 35 Ltd may also be suffering from the DA 35/2.4. While the Ltd may be better, a lot of people will surely look at the prices and go for the cheaper lens.
Comment by Don posted on New entry level limited lens at 29/04/2011 - 21:16
one more light modifier..
note :
fiberglass mat from the auto repair section of the hardware store can be used in place of furnace filters with really hot lights..
it is wood and can burn, so keep it far enough from the lights that it doesn't get too hot.
link
note :
fiberglass mat from the auto repair section of the hardware store can be used in place of furnace filters with really hot lights..
it is wood and can burn, so keep it far enough from the lights that it doesn't get too hot.
link
Comment by Don posted on Advice needed for a studio set up please at 29/04/2011 - 21:04
K10D wrote:
Or really downgrade to a 4/3 Pentax
Where on earth is the logic or reason?
Best regards
Pentax does not have a full frame camera. where is the logic and reason behind some peoples constant complaining? You don't hear Subaru owners whining for want of a big block v8, do you? There are a lot of muscle car owners that won't bother challenging a Subaru wrx with it's little 4 banger... or a Lotus with it's little four banger... thoughton wrote:
Or downgrade further to an APS-C Pentax.Cayman wrote:
I think it depends on what your lens line up looks like - if mostly DA lenses then probably not worth pursuing FF. All but one of my lenses are FF so I would be keen to get my hands on a Pentax FF body if the price is similar to the 5DII/D700. I am in agreement with Kris though - I feel no need to upgrade my K20 to a K5 (although the K5 does have better high ISO performance this is not something I need).
I thought you had a 645D? Why would you 'downgrade' to a full frame Pentax? I think it depends on what your lens line up looks like - if mostly DA lenses then probably not worth pursuing FF. All but one of my lenses are FF so I would be keen to get my hands on a Pentax FF body if the price is similar to the 5DII/D700. I am in agreement with Kris though - I feel no need to upgrade my K20 to a K5 (although the K5 does have better high ISO performance this is not something I need).
Or really downgrade to a 4/3 Pentax
Where on earth is the logic or reason?
Best regards
I wish I was taller, but is there any logic or reason in arguing with my parents about it?
Comment by Don posted on Pentax FF - a poll at 29/04/2011 - 14:30
As always Ben... I luv your work... If you're ever in hell, I mean Winnipeg, msg I know some great places for lunch..
Comment by Don posted on My Shoot with Model-Actress Amber Anderson in Harper's BAZAAR & Video at 29/04/2011 - 14:04
interesting read:
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Comment by Don posted on Pentax FF - a poll at 29/04/2011 - 01:56
giofi wrote:
First: I do not mean to reopen a discussion on whether FF is better that APS-C format.
It seems to me that the largest number of forum members believe that there is no justification to go from APS-D to FF.
But I have a different question: if Pentax were to release a FF camera within the next 2 years at a competitive price level (say below £2000), would you buy it?
Would we ever be happy with second best just because it is good enough?
I suspect in two years, the 645d would be selling at a reduced price and the 645d mk 11 will out... effectively blowing a 40-80 mb hole in your ff theory.First: I do not mean to reopen a discussion on whether FF is better that APS-C format.
It seems to me that the largest number of forum members believe that there is no justification to go from APS-D to FF.
But I have a different question: if Pentax were to release a FF camera within the next 2 years at a competitive price level (say below £2000), would you buy it?
Would we ever be happy with second best just because it is good enough?
Comment by Don posted on Pentax FF - a poll at 29/04/2011 - 01:25
buy the grip.
only one of my four d-slrs has the grip, but when you're on an extended shoot it comes in handy and it does come off if you don't care for it.
only one of my four d-slrs has the grip, but when you're on an extended shoot it comes in handy and it does come off if you don't care for it.
Comment by Don posted on To grip or not to grip, that's the question at 29/04/2011 - 00:49
Sorry Don, I meant behind the plasterboard in the timber framing
They use it in external walls on blocks of flats here.
It's very handy for reflectors as well
Be careful using it around lamps it will keep the heat in.
I have a piece in the car boot when I go to the supermarket I put it over the carrier bags to keep them cool in hot weather