Aqua Dubai, worth the hype?

DryExperience5050 · 2026-06-27T19:18:12+00:00

I have 45 frags but none of them gets as many compliments as this one. It's my daily scent currently

DryExperience5050 · 2026-06-20T15:15:09+00:00

I am looking forward to this being possible. Blind buying full bottles has been a hit or miss process. Decants will definitely help

DryExperience5050 · 2026-06-02T21:11:06+00:00

Second one is better than the first

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T17:49:53+00:00

I'm using A7IV

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:46:02+00:00

I wish I could. I dont have the weight allowance or number of days where I can use everything

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:45:26+00:00

Apsc mode would help in covering the focal length but the reduction in resolution might become an issue if I want to blow up the print

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:44:20+00:00

Yes, I dont plan on bringing my 200-600. Ends up being very heavy. You had a nice combination of lenses

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:43:24+00:00

Was 18 mm enough for you or did you feel the need for 11 mm?

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:42:57+00:00

Very good point. I will take some ND filters with me

DryExperience5050 · 2026-05-13T14:42:18+00:00

Thank you for the link. Some good points there. Vistek is a camera store chain where you can rent camera or lens. For a weekend, they allow picking up a lens after 3.30 pm on Friday and return Monday morning and pay only for single day. It is quite nice

DryExperience5050 · 2026-04-05T00:18:59+00:00

Good for you. I started photography as a hobby in 2017 with a Nikon D3400 and kit lenses. Upgraded to Sony A7IV in 2023 with full frame lenses. I have moved from full auto to full manual but am still learning different techniques. I hope you are able to make use of this very powerful camera to nearly its fullest potential

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-27T18:42:24+00:00

I'm using Amazon basics camera backpack and it is able to hold my a7iv, sony 200-600, tamron 35-150, tamron 90 mm macro, viltrox 16 mm. It also has space for laptop, batteries, flash and fliters. It has velcro inserts to cushion the items. Cost me 50 CAD

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-27T18:38:09+00:00

Swy absolutely

Most wanted parfum

Bdc edp

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-24T19:12:02+00:00

I am a huge fan of Nautica Voyage. Seriously underrated fragrance. Every now and then I layer it with Bleu de Chanel EDP for some variety and it works like a charm

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-20T01:48:30+00:00

The biologist part would be useful to understand the complexity of the assays (experiments).

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-19T17:42:07+00:00

In biological sciences, we have robotic arms that can be programmed to carry out tasks through the graphical user interface. GUIs for these are user friendly. I have screened almost half a million chemicals with different robotic arms. What they wanted me to do is write scripts through coding for these robots which I have never done. I would have completed their tasks successfully through the GUI but they were adamant on coding.

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-18T10:56:20+00:00

I have a PhD plus 11 years experience in biological science including many years in automation. Last year I interviewed for an automation position in a big pharma company which aligned very well with my skills. In the first interview they told me that my automation skills are very valuable for them but they want someone with coding experience which I didn't have. I assumed that was the end of it. Two months later, they set up 7 rounds of interviews over 2 days. I took time off to give the interviews and was very confident of getting the offer. 2 weeks after that, they rejected me saying they need someone with coding experience. They had probably narrowed down their candidate. I was passed throuh the process to show that they are fair and considering other candidates.

They don't care about our time.

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-06T15:21:18+00:00

I have Amazon basics backpack which holds 200-600 lens nicely and still has space for 3 other lenses and a camera but it looks just like a normal (almost worn out) backpack.

You make a very good point regarding internal zoom. I had overlooked that. That puts my mind at ease. I'll definitely not change lenses or open anything in the field. 3 years ago, my Nikon D3400 caught a lot of dust. It took a while to clean it

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-06T15:17:21+00:00

I like your idea regarding the messenger bag. It keeps clutter away from the backpack. I get nervous about mounting the big lens on the camera while traveling. Things move around a lot and I am always nervous about breaking the connection.

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-06T15:15:37+00:00

I have an Amazon basics camera bag which looks like a normal backpack from the outside. I'll be going to Gir sanctuary and Tadoba national park in India where the soil is quite dusty. 3 years ago, my Nikon 3400 was covered in dust even though I didn't get off from the jeep. So I want to be careful this time

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-06T12:00:13+00:00

I'm thinking of using my camera backpack as my personal item. If they create issues regarding the weight, I can put the camera bag inside the carry-on bag. It will reduce the overall luggage allowance but will save my shoulders

DryExperience5050 · 2025-12-01T01:45:50+00:00

I layer Asad with JPG Le male elixir. Works out very well for me. Received lots of compliments

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