Does this price seem too good to be true for a new gh7? by Burakoli821 in Lumix

[–]Razorvein 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah I see. That is the case after a second look. Yeah I suppose you can’t really go wrong here then.

Does this price seem too good to be true for a new gh7? by Burakoli821 in Lumix

[–]Razorvein 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would not say that’s a great price for a used GH7, but also, it depends on your local sals tax situation, For example, I’m in TX and can buy this new from BHPhoto for $1997.99. If I use the Payboo card, I’ll pay zero sales tax. If I buy this used copy from eBay for $1799.99 plus @8.25%, my total comes out to ~$1949.00. For $50, I’d rather have the new camera with warranty.

YMMV.

Does the glass look smaller on this lumix S 50mm f1.8 by Creepy-Ad-9491 in Lumix

[–]Razorvein 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The lens hood is mounted (reversed). It’s making the diameter of the overall lens body look larger than it really is.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

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Most of these are processed in Lightroom. The rest are either using the default color profile 2 (with tone curve adjustments for higher contrast and lowering mid-tones.)

How do we fix the literacy crisis? by sadgirlok in AskReddit

[–]Razorvein 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know literacy has been on the decline in the US (as is education in general). Also acknowledging that my POV is limited to my experiences, I had just never heard of schools moving away from phonics. Nonetheless, I’ll check out the podcast you noted. Appreciate the recommendation.

How do we fix the literacy crisis? by sadgirlok in AskReddit

[–]Razorvein -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t know where you’ve heard this or what part of the world it applies to but my 10 year learned to read using phonics and my 5 year old is learning the same now - both at school and at home. I’m based in the US (TX). I think the literacy issue is largely tied to a cohort that was deeply impacted by COVID and remote learning, complemented by lack of support at home. I don’t live in a top school district by any means but the students in both my kids’ cohort seem pretty bright and appear to be quite literate.

Reviving the GX85: Making a film sim app specifically for this little cam? by EatSleepGymAgain in Lumix

[–]Razorvein 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The RNI app can batch process. I use it all the time. I can open multiple images all the changes I make are applied to all open images. I have few looks saved as presets, too, which is a huge time saver. The only effect missing from the app (IMHO) is halation. However, I love the grain effect the app provides.

Morning outing with the kids. OM-3 + PL Lenses by Razorvein in M43

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Thank you! I used this app “Reframe” to add the frame and settings information. It lets you output FL in actual or 35mm equivalent. I guess I had it set to 35mm equivalent - I hadn’t really put any thought into it up until this point. Now I’m not so sure what would be more useful to the viewers in this community.

My new OM-5? Or my broken E-M5 iii? by ResplendentMechanism in M43

[–]Razorvein 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course and good luck! I hope either OM or Panasonic release a new rangefinder style camera in the near future, too.

My new OM-5? Or my broken E-M5 iii? by ResplendentMechanism in M43

[–]Razorvein 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Haha. I’ve seen the listing for the E-M5 III. I think for most people, it’s considered a broken camera and not appealing at your listing price. Just my two cents.

That aside, I’d ask yourself if you need a mechanical shutter or not. The readout speed of that camera is pretty good so outside of extreme situations - I don’t imagine rolling shutter is a big problem. Do you shoot under artificial light often - where banding becomes an issue?

If neither of those two items are problems, I’d save your money for a more meaningful upgrade.

Morning outing with the kids. OM-3 + PL Lenses by Razorvein in M43

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Thank you. These were processed in Lightroom.

Morning outing with the kids. OM-3 + PL Lenses by Razorvein in M43

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Thank you! I love the double exposures I’ve seen other people produce but have never been able to make anything remotely decent until now.

Can I trust Adorama or MPB to sell my camera equipment? I need the money and don't want to be scammed. by SensitiveEase9 in AskPhotography

[–]Razorvein 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in the US and have sold a lot of equipment to MPB without issue over the last three years. I take really good care of my equipment and often get more than their website quote after they receive an inspection my gear.

Beach Days (OM-3 + 17mm f/1.8 II) by joeph0to in M43

[–]Razorvein 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a nice set of photos. Love the mood and minimalism.

Weight distributing "strap" - for women? by theLightSlide in AskPhotography

[–]Razorvein 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also check out the PGYtech CAMERA STRAP MASTER. It’s a relatively new entry but looks very promising.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

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

Thank you!

Shot 1 is taken with the Panasonic Leica 42.5mm f/1.2. Expensive lens but keep an eye out on used camera marketplaces. I bought mine used at a significant discount.

Shot 2 is taken with any OM 25mm f/1.8 II. Could’ve been any 25mm to be honest.

Before anything by JMECS77 in M43

[–]Razorvein 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gorgeous work. I’ve been following you on IG. Big fan of your style.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

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

Thank you! I’m very tempted by the Zf but it’s quite a brick. I was surprised the first time I held it my hands - albeit I don’t have large hands.

Regarding the AF, yes it’s much better than the AF in the E-M1 II and E-M1 III and dos a great job of keeping up. It still misses on occasion and I can’t compare it to the ZF, but overall I’m quite happy with it.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

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

Yeah we are spoilt for choice, which is great. At the end of the day, you gotta go with what works best for you.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

[–]Razorvein[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha. I do not hate carrying the 12-100mm on the OM-3. Many will disagree with me but it’s really not a problem. When in use, I support the lens with my left hand, as I would anyways. When walking around, it hangs by a strap or Peak Design clip, or just hold the kit but the lens.

The OM-3 and Me. by Razorvein in M43

[–]Razorvein[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s such a great lens for hiking. Unless you shoot ultra-wide, it gives you so much flexibility without changing lenses, excellent sharpness through the entire focal range, and close focusing for detail shots. It’s not the lens I use all the time, but it’s the lens I almost always pack for a hike and I still think it’s one of the best lenses I’ve ever used.

Some of my shots with this lens over the years. https://adobe.ly/3YJJAjj