Derrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr oh yeah, sorry having a stupid moment here

Paul

What do you mean when you say "little rubber doors?"

Paul

I agree, with the above. A good day out with a few snap shots

Today I went to a well know camera shop that does not rate greatly with photographers as the staff have no idea what they are doing...yes THAT shop.

I tried out 3 cameras that I am interested in, D3, D700 & D300. The size, build and overall usage of the D3 was just amazing and I have never used such an auto focus system as that before. I have always thought that auto focus was unreliable and many a time I have lost a crucial shot due to poor AF.
The D700 is an outstanding camera and this may be my choice if I were to change, the likelyhood of which is extremely high.

Jessops lived upto their bad name as the young lady had no idea about how to fix a lens or attach the grip. I think I taught her a few things about the cameras, my wife always has a laugh at their expense.

George I really don't agree with the above. I tried to say, in the nicest possible way, my reasons for changing systems and that I will still be keeping my K20.
Why does it matter to you that I change? My business is continuing to grow and all I am doing is switching to a different system, but not completely. I would have thought that fellow photographers would be able to congratulate others who are doing well in their chosen photographic career.


Paul

Personally I think the poses are awful...that's me being totally blunt there! I'm trying to single one out to use as an example but they are all weird. Weird as in the model looks very awkward, the poor girl doesn't look comfortable in any of the shots. I would say that the 2nd one is the worst for me as she looks like she is being pulled back into the tree, really not sure what you were trying to achieve there! If I had to say which was the best pose then I would have to say number 5, but it's to full on, she should be slightly turned.

The shots aren't showing Fashion or Lingerie as the model is far to far away.

I agree with what others are saying that they should have been shot as portraits. In fashion, people aren't worried about the foliage, the main thing is the clothing and the model.

Paul

Edit: Spelling

Amin, what about using a sheet of perspex like the type used in still life tables. I used to use these and pop a flash underneath.

I'll PM you with some ideas at some point.

Paul

I you don't want to buy a flash then I suggest you do not try this work, unless you don't mind the dissapointment.
You have no real control from the built in flash and as it is direct you will get some horrible refections from the glasses.

I use my studio flashes for still life work as I have so much control over it.

It's a case of what's most important to you, lenses or a flash. With flashes coming in at a cheap price on ebay, I know what my choice would be.


Paul

I have one of those weather tight bag cover things, can't remember what they're are called. They are a heck of a lot cheaper, especially if you already have the 18-55mm!

Paul

You can buy a decent kit for £299 and that comes with all the accesories.

The kit I have is made by Bowens but hasn't got Bowens written on it.
I bought it as a temporary kit with the intention of upgrading within 6 months to a year. 2.5 years later and it's still going strong

Paul

I am having second thoughts with Pentax and for me to say that, well it's a big thing.
I started with a Practika when I was 12. Moved to Nikon when I was at college. The lenses and accessories were so expensive I decided to sell my Nikon kit and went over to Pentax.

Now that I have 2 businesses in Photography I am seriously starting to regret the change. I had high expectations for the K-7, and there are people on here who say my mind will be changed once I hold one, (sorry can't remember who it was). Those expectations have so far not been met and I seriously do not like the movie mode, although other makes have already introduced that feature and I think it may be here to stay.

I really don't agree with this comment. I know that it is the person behind the camera that takes the picture, but with all the different settings & modes and the enticement of full frame on a camera and the superior quality from the likes of Nikon and Canon is it any wonder that people move on.
That's what it is really, just moving on.

I am not ashamed to say that I would rather buy a Nikon than the K-7, this is my personal choice as a professional photographer. If in my businesses I require a professional spec camera then I shall go with it.

It does not mean that I am leaving Pentax as I will still keep my K20 and the kit that goes with it. I will though sell my K10 and other kit that I do not use as much.
This will not happen overnight as I am still trying to work out which camera will suit me and I do hope that my fellow Pentax Users will understand my choice to change systems.


Paul