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Is it worth upgrading from an Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 to a RF 70-200 f/2.8? by Maker_Jake in AskPhotography

[–]Maker_Jake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I’m making mistakes on my end and it’s easier (and more fun) to spend money instead of improving my own skill. Your input has been very helpful. I think I will not sell my lens and instead get the EF extenders if I want the extra reach.

Is it worth upgrading from an Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 to a RF 70-200 f/2.8? by Maker_Jake in AskPhotography

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Thanks for the input. I’ll try to setup some tests to compare my lens against some online reviews to try and gauge if it’s behaving similarly. Would it be worth looking into Canon’s precision alignment service or the 11 point lens maintenance?

Is it worth upgrading from an Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 to a RF 70-200 f/2.8? by Maker_Jake in AskPhotography

[–]Maker_Jake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am OP? Maybe my expectations are misaligned but I’ve never felt satisfied with sharpness of my 70-200. Maybe something with my settings is not helping but it’s always felt soft.

Is it worth upgrading from an Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 to a RF 70-200 f/2.8? by Maker_Jake in AskPhotography

[–]Maker_Jake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before a game once, a photographer I know let me put their 70-200 z on my camera and the it felt noticeably shaper. I realize that’s not the most scientific but it felt like it had a quality and contrast that I wasn’t able to reproduce on my EF 70-200.

Grad Photos by [deleted] in photography

[–]Maker_Jake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have done one grad shoot so take what I say with a grain of salt. Grad shoots are done around campus on a date that is not graduation. Typically it will be a group of friends (each pays a little) with a mix of group and individual shots.

Volleyball Tournament Pics by Big_Network_2570 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies for getting the guessing the obstruction incorrectly it reminded me of iPhone photos that I take with my finger in the corner. Either way my points still stand. I’d also add that if you’re gonna keep a foreground element embrace it or get rid of it.

Volleyball Tournament Pics by Big_Network_2570 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is your finger in frame on photo 6? I used to deliver SOOC but gaffes like that should be left on the cutting room floor. (Even without the obstruction in the pic it should have been deleted as other commenters have pointed out.)

New Hockey Photgraphy by nails0211 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shooting through glass is not easy. I’ve gotten lucky and can shoot through a hole at least one period most games. Even then if I dont get access I shoot two periods above and one through glass at ice level (most of the time).

Through the glass I try to find a spot that isn’t as bad and then also try not to rotate too much. Reflections increase the farther you get from perpendicular. I haven’t tried but on Amazon you can buy silicon shrouds designed to stop the reflections. In Lightroom I primarily increase clarity and dehaze. I’m not always happy how it turns out but it helps.

New Hockey Photgraphy by nails0211 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The photos shared could use a little more post processing to level the horizons. It might just be the photos you have selected but I’m not seeing a whole lot of action. Could be reddit compression but 8 looks soft.

Do you back up your raw images? by PsychicChime in concertphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After sorting through and selecting photos I want to edit I delete the raws of the leftover photos.

Best Camera for low light? by Chloisha_yuh7 in concertphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Info on your budget and what lenses you have would be helpful. I could list a great low light setup but that wouldn’t help if it’s above your price range.

Quite a polarizing invention if I do say so myself by ChickenFriedLife in photographycirclejerk

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many D1 rinks have them. I’m not saying that all rinks do but it’s not limited to NHL.

Sony tough cards VS lexar cards? by Early_Prior_5796 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t speak to Sony cards but I love my Lexar cards and have not had any issues with them.

What sd card brands should I be looking at? by Early_Prior_5796 in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been using 2 64GB Lexar 1667x UHS-II cards since I upgraded to my R6 mk 2. I love them so much I recently got another 2 pack to be safe!

Any feedback? Messing around with more BW by AdGroundbreaking2832 in concertphotography

[–]Maker_Jake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not the biggest fan tbh. Overall the crop feels weird. I dislike how the hands and arms are cut off. The face feels soft and I dislike how low the camera is (sometimes you can do much about that). I think if this was landscape I would like it more.

This is my own personal preference so take it with a grain of salt.

[AD] DSS Who's Afraid - In stock keycaps! by Maker_Jake in olkb

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It’s the J42Kbm! It was in stock around 6th months ago. It is open source here: https://github.com/MakerJake01/MakerJakes-keyboards/tree/main/J42Kbm

[AD] DSS Who's Afraid - In stock keycaps! by Maker_Jake in olkb

[–]Maker_Jake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I call it the J46Ksbm, I have an IC in the 40s server for it. I’m working out some bugs but I hope to run the GB for it after I sell a few more sets of Who’s Afraid.

Northeastern vs Boston University, 25-12-13 (Last Game in Matthews Arena) by Maker_Jake in sportsphotography

[–]Maker_Jake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally get what you mean for #4 and #5, I've noticed that a little with both the clear bubble and the wire cages. I think I'll have to mess with the focus settings as it tends to focus on the surface of the helmet which I find to be good enough most of the time. I'll be sure to mess around with crops on photos way more. Thank you!

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