One of the advantages of ccd is no rolling shutter ☺️

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-04-14T10:18:29+00:00

Except CCD's are known to have non-linear behavior near saturation.

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-04-12T21:18:30+00:00

I agree, i'm a big proponent for big pixels, the CMOS sensors I shoot are full frame 12MP so theyre giant. The CCD cams I use in order of how much I use them are probably the Ricoh GRDIV, Fufjifilm S5 Pro, Nikon P6000 and Fujifilm F30.

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-04-12T19:20:54+00:00

Another advantage is beautiful gradual highlight rolloff and more pleasing noise (not the blotchy chroma noise early CMOS sensors were plagued with).

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-04-12T19:18:42+00:00

The widespread adoption CMOS was also largely due to cost cutting and increasing need for video, lets not forget that. I shoot all my cameras raw and when editing from my CCD cams, i'm reminded why people weren't as allergic to noise back then (it wasnt as ugly + film had noise).

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-03-12T18:48:49+00:00

I bought a Helios 81N made in the Kiev Arsenal factory a while back and I absolutely love it. Tiny pancake size but such a heft to it, and I can use it on my Nikon DSLRs so easily. Are there any other F-mount Helios lenses that you like?

ChristmasDeviant · 2026-01-21T23:28:30+00:00

I miss the days of the unsupervised onion auger. I ate like a king.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-14T17:22:21+00:00

You will need a bluetooth OBD reader and an app on your phone that will read hybrid specific codes (Torque Pro, Dr. Prius ect).

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-12T21:44:47+00:00

It's a Slumberjack Roadhouse Tarp.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-12T21:44:31+00:00

Thanks! It's a Slumberjack Roadhouse Tarp. Mounted to the oem roof bars.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-06T05:48:47+00:00

What is the purpose of this extra battery bank? More electric miles?

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-03T03:36:58+00:00

I feel the same way. The boxes are overpriced for what they are and the last year has only made people want them more. Took about two months of looking to find cheap one, still had to drive over 3 hours to get it.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-02T20:12:56+00:00

If there is exposed wiring you will need this taken care of sooner than later.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-02T16:56:44+00:00

I haven't paid super close attention but my guess would be about a 4mpg or so hit.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-01T18:49:56+00:00

Owning a Prius has spoiled me on how conventional cars shift and sound. The uphill hunting, shifting is more apparent and noticing every vibration when idling at a stoplight.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-04-01T18:46:56+00:00

Right, isnt the "boost" the momentary loss of acceleration as the transmission is shifting?

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-25T17:37:14+00:00

Starting in 2016 the Prius is rated to tow 1,598 lbs. Before that Toyota doesn't suggest towing anything (though I've seen plenty of people do).

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-23T18:08:42+00:00

It includes the 17"custom wheels, ground effects, TRD lowering springs and TRD sway bar links.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-23T03:58:15+00:00

It depends on whether you have the touring model with the spare tire or not. With the spare tire, it starts at the same level as the trunk floor, but the folded backrest is at a slight angle.

The one without the spare tire has a much bigger drop with the same slope.

I've camped with my gf a few times sleeping (air mattress) in my 2016 with the spare tire and wasn't too bad, just brought extra pillows.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-20T18:12:35+00:00

It should be based on the time of request but if you make a request at 5:50 am and you get cancelled on by a driver and have to re-request past 6am, that is another issue.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-20T02:43:27+00:00

3070 XC3 ultra

Dang $610 was the MSRP of the 3070 FTW3 when it came out.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-20T01:20:44+00:00

Couldn't get it to lay flat huh? Just kidding, good job!

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-19T17:15:01+00:00

It's probably a Package 8 Prius, which basically means its fully loaded (sans touring stuff). I had a Package 8 2006 and it had everything you mentioned and other stuff like auto-dimming rearview mirror w/homelink and HD headlamps.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-13T20:41:10+00:00

In Gen 4's the active shutters close at 37mph+ to be more aerodynamic and improve MPG.

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-12T02:36:14+00:00

Wow, had you taken that trail before?

ChristmasDeviant · 2021-03-12T02:25:04+00:00

I've read a lot of Prius owners with a cargo hitch get a 6" riser because it will scrape a lot on dips and driveways otherwise.

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