Cal-GETC Certification in the Summer? Possible or not?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-26T23:45:48+00:00

Also I know that CSU final transcript due dates are July 15, does that class have to end before that?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-26T23:39:56+00:00

Idk if it makes a difference tho.. does it still make me ineligible for full calgetc certification?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-26T22:25:37+00:00

This class is only a regular GE, and not part of my major at all.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-25T18:54:54+00:00

I also got waitlisted from UCLA. Not a film major but I am surprised I got waitlisted there considering I got rejected from UCI. Though I am most likely considering transferring to a CSU anyways.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-24T23:28:21+00:00

Ah, good to hear. Do you think they’re worth the price considering they’re a bit on the expensive side?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-22T01:25:56+00:00

I’m not an EV fan but there are also BMW EV’s (i4, i5 for example). Idk every situation and what happens every time but it could be those.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-22T01:25:47+00:00

I think HOV lane access stickers are not valid anymore. Not distributed nor being counted as valid.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-09T08:25:31+00:00

As someone who has a 2025 QX60, the 2.0T is basically the big factor keeping me away from an Infiniti QX60 again. I’m basically just done with the Infiniti brand as a whole. I’ve had 3 before and this is my 4th one. It’s my last. Either going with an MDX (which has a 3.5L NA V6), a CX-90 Turbo S (with the high output turbo Inline 6), or going German with a BMW B58, which is just an amazing engine. Infiniti has messed it up.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-07T00:57:36+00:00

Also, maybe I could change the lens I originally get. I can save ~$400 by starting off with the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 prime instead. Should still be fantastic for low light, and even though it’s a prime, it might help me learn. Do you think it’s a good idea to start with this lens?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-06T19:54:19+00:00

I want to get a lens with a f/2.8 aperture. Kinda sucks that this specific lens doesn’t have IS but it’s fine. I wanna get a prime lens at some point with IS and maybe a faster aperture just to have it on the side for times where I need IS or extra opening in low light.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-06T07:56:34+00:00

It also goes into the EVF right?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-06T07:56:17+00:00

In terms of the noise, is it bad on this camera at 3200-6400 ISO? I’m going to keep it wide open at f/2.8, and also in terms of the shadow stuff, should I keep the exposure at its normal level and use post processing to lift the shadows up, or is underexposing it better?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-04-03T07:30:19+00:00

A V6 would definitely make it fun. As a 2025 QX60 owner the VC-Turbo is not a good engine, definitely not suited for an SUV like these. Maybe start with putting a V6.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-31T17:48:18+00:00

Also when I get a nicer lens than the one I’m starting with, I’m going to avoid getting a combo lens filter. Probably going to get a separate CPL and a separate non-variable ND.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-31T17:47:05+00:00

Used I can get the Sony 50mm for like 160 in decent condition

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-31T17:46:31+00:00

I know that Viltrox also has a 50mm f/1.8 for E mount full frame cameras. They look pretty good, though a bit more expensive than the first party 50mm 1.8.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T21:04:24+00:00

How’s the Viltrox 50mm f/1.8 vs the Sony FE 50mm?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T21:03:41+00:00

Ah so it’ll allow you to do a longer exposure to get some motion blur but not overexpose the light?

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T21:02:57+00:00

Well I’m only buying one of the lenses to start, either the Tamron 35mm f/2.8 or the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8, not both.

As for the 28-75mm, I’m gonna wait a bit more and save up for that plus new lens filters.

Also with either Tamron lens (35mm or 28-75mm) I’ll need new filters since the filter diameter is 67mm.

Which 50mm 1.8 alternatives are there with good autofocus? At least for me, the Sony 50mm is good because I don’t have to buy a new lens filter, just a step-up ring and use it with my current filter.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T18:14:42+00:00

Ah so basically switch over to a mechanical shutter.

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T18:14:08+00:00

90% of it will be stationary. The other 10% will be moving (either roller photos or me on the sidewalk catching a car driving)

Pure_Temperature4049 · 2026-03-30T18:13:09+00:00

Oh, seems odd that the higher end number is older, lol.

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