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MikeWaters · 03-11-2006, 03:32 AM

il Padrino Ute · 03-11-2006, 03:39 AM

Some of the best photos I've ever taken were on my mission. Everything is on slides. What would be the best way to transfer them to be able to post them online? Any ideas?

I'm also looking to get a new digital camera. As the resident site photographer, what would you suggest, Mike?

BTW, I like those pics.

MikeWaters · 03-11-2006, 03:45 AM

I know there is such thing as machines where you insert slides and they create a digital file. I'm sure there is an online service that would do it. Although you would have to cross your fingers that the slides wouldn't get lost in the mail.

As far as getting into photography, it depends on your budget. I would try to go digital SLR, and I can give you some thoughts if you go that direction. Anythingi less than SLR, I would have to ask around.

One thing I love about SLR shooting in RAW mode is how much you can digitally manipulate the exposure without losing detail. It's amazing really.

il Padrino Ute · 03-11-2006, 03:51 AM

Ok, that's right. I can take the slides down to the local camera shop (Inkley's) and they can do that for me.

I was, indeed, considering going the digital SLR route. It turns out that the tax return is better than I had anticipated so I'll have some disposable income to work with.

Of course, I'm still a cheapskate, so if that makes any difference.....

MikeWaters · 03-11-2006, 03:55 AM

choose between the canon and nikon lines.

I can't really help you there. You're probably fine with either. But remember once you're in, you're in. The investment is in the lenses. And you can't swap nikon for canon and vice versa.

Then you need to choose a body based on your budget. Various tradeoffs. In megapixels and advanced features.

Most importantly, don't get cheap lenses. You will regret it.

I've spent way too much on my body, 2 lenses, flash, accessories.....now that I think about it.

But it's been worth it to get great photos of my wife, son, and friends. Plus it is a lot of fun.

il Padrino Ute · 03-11-2006, 04:00 AM

Agreed. I need to spend the money on the lenses, as it's definitely something that falls into the "you-get-what-you-pay-for" category.

As the time gets closer, I'll consult a bit more, if you don't mind...

MikeWaters · 03-11-2006, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by il Padrino Ute

Agreed. I need to spend the money on the lenses, as it's definitely something that falls into the "you-get-what-you-pay-for" category.

As the time gets closer, I'll consult a bit more, if you don't mind...

sure.

MikeWaters · 03-13-2006, 02:38 PM

myboynoah · 03-14-2006, 10:03 AM

Ahhhhhhh, Sakura.

Makes one long for a bento, or at least a BBQ squid on a stick.

MikeWaters · 03-14-2006, 12:43 PM

that photo is in my backyard.

03-11-2006, 03:32 AM	#1
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	two of my recent photos

03-11-2006, 03:39 AM	#2
il Padrino Ute Board Pinhead Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the basement of my house, Murray, Utah. Posts: 15,941	Some of the best photos I've ever taken were on my mission. Everything is on slides. What would be the best way to transfer them to be able to post them online? Any ideas? I'm also looking to get a new digital camera. As the resident site photographer, what would you suggest, Mike? BTW, I like those pics. __________________ "The beauty of baseball is not having to explain it." - Chuck Shriver "This is now the joke that stupid people laugh at." - Christopher Hitchens on IQ jokes about GWB.

03-11-2006, 03:51 AM	#4
il Padrino Ute Board Pinhead Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the basement of my house, Murray, Utah. Posts: 15,941	Ok, that's right. I can take the slides down to the local camera shop (Inkley's) and they can do that for me. I was, indeed, considering going the digital SLR route. It turns out that the tax return is better than I had anticipated so I'll have some disposable income to work with. Of course, I'm still a cheapskate, so if that makes any difference..... __________________ "The beauty of baseball is not having to explain it." - Chuck Shriver "This is now the joke that stupid people laugh at." - Christopher Hitchens on IQ jokes about GWB.

03-11-2006, 04:00 AM	#6
il Padrino Ute Board Pinhead Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: In the basement of my house, Murray, Utah. Posts: 15,941	Agreed. I need to spend the money on the lenses, as it's definitely something that falls into the "you-get-what-you-pay-for" category. As the time gets closer, I'll consult a bit more, if you don't mind... __________________ "The beauty of baseball is not having to explain it." - Chuck Shriver "This is now the joke that stupid people laugh at." - Christopher Hitchens on IQ jokes about GWB.

03-14-2006, 10:03 AM	#9
myboynoah Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Memphis freakin' Tennessee!!!!! Posts: 4,530	Ahhhhhhh, Sakura. Makes one long for a bento, or at least a BBQ squid on a stick. __________________ Give 'em Hell, Cougars!!! Religion rises inevitably from our apprehension of our own death. To give meaning to meaninglessness is the endless quest of all religion. When death becomes the center of our consciousness, then religion authentically begins. Of all religions that I know, the one that most vehemently and persuasively defies and denies the reality of death is the original Mormonism of the Prophet, Seer and Revelator, Joseph Smith.

03-11-2006, 03:45 AM	#3
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	I know there is such thing as machines where you insert slides and they create a digital file. I'm sure there is an online service that would do it. Although you would have to cross your fingers that the slides wouldn't get lost in the mail. As far as getting into photography, it depends on your budget. I would try to go digital SLR, and I can give you some thoughts if you go that direction. Anythingi less than SLR, I would have to ask around. One thing I love about SLR shooting in RAW mode is how much you can digitally manipulate the exposure without losing detail. It's amazing really.

03-11-2006, 03:55 AM	#5
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	choose between the canon and nikon lines. I can't really help you there. You're probably fine with either. But remember once you're in, you're in. The investment is in the lenses. And you can't swap nikon for canon and vice versa. Then you need to choose a body based on your budget. Various tradeoffs. In megapixels and advanced features. Most importantly, don't get cheap lenses. You will regret it. I've spent way too much on my body, 2 lenses, flash, accessories.....now that I think about it. But it's been worth it to get great photos of my wife, son, and friends. Plus it is a lot of fun.

03-13-2006, 02:38 PM	#8
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365

03-14-2006, 12:43 PM	#10
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	that photo is in my backyard.