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Comment by Glowingblue posted on Netbook is killing me at 04/11/2013 - 09:32
This is turning into 'Who has the biggest?'
davidstorm wrote:
I have an Asus N56VZ - fantastic full HD screen, great for processing images, Core i7 ivybridge processor, 1tb Hard Drive, dedicated graphics card, plus as a bonus it has Bang & Olufsen speakers built in for the best sound I've ever heard from a laptop - not a benefit for photography, but I like it!
It swallows up all my photo processing tasks with ease. It's not cheap, but it is bloody good!
Regards
David
I have an Asus N56VZ - fantastic full HD screen, great for processing images, Core i7 ivybridge processor, 1tb Hard Drive, dedicated graphics card, plus as a bonus it has Bang & Olufsen speakers built in for the best sound I've ever heard from a laptop - not a benefit for photography, but I like it!
It swallows up all my photo processing tasks with ease. It's not cheap, but it is bloody good!
Regards
David
Comment by Glowingblue posted on Netbook is killing me at 04/11/2013 - 01:16
This Toshiba i5 ultra book could be the answer to your prayers, comes with a partial warranty left I imagine.
cabstar wrote:
IPad with photogene is superb. The new mini iPad 2 is an awesome piece of kit and so cheap too.
i have a 5 month old Toshiba i5 ultrabook for sale for £450 cost me £600 end of June, used it just four times. Ive gone macbook pro so its now surplus...
IPad with photogene is superb. The new mini iPad 2 is an awesome piece of kit and so cheap too.
i have a 5 month old Toshiba i5 ultrabook for sale for £450 cost me £600 end of June, used it just four times. Ive gone macbook pro so its now surplus...
Comment by Glowingblue posted on Netbook is killing me at 03/11/2013 - 23:19
It will not run Photoshop CC but will run Elements 11.
stub wrote:
If your after a low budget model. Try this one. I have seen them as low as £265. Will run any photo shop version with ease
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5089693.htm
If your after a low budget model. Try this one. I have seen them as low as £265. Will run any photo shop version with ease
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5089693.htm
Comment by Glowingblue posted on Netbook is killing me at 03/11/2013 - 23:11
Terrible thing, jealousy
Comment by Glowingblue posted on More on Countryfile winner - unbelievable!! at 15/10/2013 - 11:04
Unless you have used both SW packages you will find it difficult to decide which is the best for you.
On the face of it, the fact that you have used one application for a number of years suggests you run with it, stay loyal!
Many would take that option, the fact that you question your choice of SW is to be admired, although you must be aware that it is all to easy to be drawn into the marketing hype of Adobe!
As a user of the full PS package on a Mac, PS Elements 11 user on a Windows 7 laptop and PS touch on iPad, it is obvious where my loyalties lie. These packages do everything I need to achieve great editing results. This is your answer I believe, stick with Paintshop, if the lure of PS Elements is still drawing you towards it then why not download the demo version, use it for a month then make the final decision.
You have to remember the saying regarding 'fixing something that isn't broke...'
Respect
Karl Weaver
On the face of it, the fact that you have used one application for a number of years suggests you run with it, stay loyal!
Many would take that option, the fact that you question your choice of SW is to be admired, although you must be aware that it is all to easy to be drawn into the marketing hype of Adobe!
As a user of the full PS package on a Mac, PS Elements 11 user on a Windows 7 laptop and PS touch on iPad, it is obvious where my loyalties lie. These packages do everything I need to achieve great editing results. This is your answer I believe, stick with Paintshop, if the lure of PS Elements is still drawing you towards it then why not download the demo version, use it for a month then make the final decision.
You have to remember the saying regarding 'fixing something that isn't broke...'
Respect
Karl Weaver
Comment by Glowingblue posted on Paintshop or Photoshop at 13/10/2013 - 11:43
DrOrloff wrote:
There is a vast catalogue going back decades to choose from. Are you more interested in new or old lenses, does auto focus matter, does auto metering matter? To what extent is budget a factor? And hi.
Budget is a factor, but not the ruling one. I get the impression old glass can be good glass so age is not a barrier.There is a vast catalogue going back decades to choose from. Are you more interested in new or old lenses, does auto focus matter, does auto metering matter? To what extent is budget a factor? And hi.
I don't mind manual focus, are quite happy with auto metering at this early stage of my pentax 'career'.
I really am walking into this blind, there seem to be a vast choice of focal lengths, makes and compatibility issues to juggle and frankly it is making my head spin!
Sorry if my lack of knowledge is frustrating, I am committed to this PENTAX move, but tentative steps are required.
Thank you guys in advice
Comment by Glowingblue posted on New User at 31/07/2013 - 17:42
trixie wrote:
Best wishes and hope that you will stay and enjoy the site.
Trixie
Thank you Trixie, you seem a friendly bunch! Time will tell I guess!Glowingblue wrote:
Hello everybody, a good friend has persuaded me to put away my Canon and purchase a PENTAX.
I have a wide angle lens but would like to learn more about prime lenses and would appreciate any help or advice.
Karl Weaver
Hi Karl, welcome to the site, I am sure that you will enjoy your Pentax camera, lots of lovely folk here willing to help. You just need to ask on the forum and I am sure that you will get help. I have looked at your latest photos really impressive, love the light that you have caught. Hello everybody, a good friend has persuaded me to put away my Canon and purchase a PENTAX.
I have a wide angle lens but would like to learn more about prime lenses and would appreciate any help or advice.
Karl Weaver
Best wishes and hope that you will stay and enjoy the site.
Trixie
Comment by Glowingblue posted on New User at 31/07/2013 - 14:17
AndrewA wrote:
Hello and Welcome to the Forum!
Thank you Andrew Hello and Welcome to the Forum!
Comment by Glowingblue posted on New User at 31/07/2013 - 14:15
Fletcher8 wrote:
Hi Karl
Welcome to the forum and Pentax. In relation to prime lenses, what are you wanting to know? Below are a few things you may want to think about, you can then post questions which i am sure many users will reply to.
What focal lengths are you looking at?
Are you wanting to use primes for? portraits, wildlife, sport/action, landscapes, macro.
I would like to know more about everyday walkabouts, such as the 28-105 lenses, what make to look out for, how much to pay etcHi Karl
Welcome to the forum and Pentax. In relation to prime lenses, what are you wanting to know? Below are a few things you may want to think about, you can then post questions which i am sure many users will reply to.
What focal lengths are you looking at?
Are you wanting to use primes for? portraits, wildlife, sport/action, landscapes, macro.
Thank you!
Comment by Glowingblue posted on New User at 31/07/2013 - 14:15
Where an iPad and other tablets lose out is the inability to run Photoshop CC because a substantial amount of processing power needed. Tha majority of 'fast' laptops may also struggle because they lack the sophisticated graphics power needed to run the intensive or 3D plugins. Even more for you to think about, good luck!
There are a whole raft of new laptops due soon, with Haswell processors. Most will be within your price range and offer long battery life too.
A tablet isn't really suitable for you since you have no desktop to back up to.
I am planning on updating my Samsung netbook soon. I have never used it for editing, only for storing and viewing photos when travelling. I do like the non reflective screen and hope some of the new offerings will have that too.
His Nibs bought a 15" Asus i5 recently for under €500 so they are out there already. The battery life isn't great though, about 4 hours.