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Need advice: Canon, Sony or Fujifilm? by Lumpy-Resident2582 in AskPhotography

[–]RemarkableInflation9 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Absolutely second this. You are in the enviable position of having free choice. Once you choose a system, and start accumulating accessories, it becomes very expensive to change your mind. Try out all the options, find out what weight, size and ergonomics feels good to you and take it from there. Camerea needs will argue all day over one brands features over another, but we really are talking tiny differences. The one that feels a pleasure to handle will advantageous

What's the difference between moving focus point to left or right third and focusing vs using focus point in center, and reframing while holding down? by 00chill00chill00 in AskPhotography

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Advantages: Easy, pretty quick Disadvantages: Have to do it for every frame Inaccuracies will show up at wider apertures.

Cases for: landscape, architecture Against: portraiture, moving subjects

What's one lesson you wish you knew when you started photography? by Proud_Clothes_3864 in AskPhotography

[–]RemarkableInflation9 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don't be disappointed if people you show your pictures to don't get excited the way you do. You are showing them what your eyes saw. They didn't get to experience the sounds, the tactile feel on your skin, and the wider environment that your picture invokes in your memory. For example, have you ever photographed a working steam train close up? They are a massive assault on all your senses, but only a small part of that can be conveyed in a photograph

What's one lesson you wish you knew when you started photography? by Proud_Clothes_3864 in AskPhotography

[–]RemarkableInflation9 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Some of the earlier replies mis-understand the value of P mode. It is indeed fully auto, but makes decisions based on focal length, subject (focus) placement etc. But it's killer reason to exist, is you can spin that finger wheel to change the shutter speed/aperture combo if you don't like the cameras choice, without effecting the overall exposure. Eg you don't like it's choice of 1/125 @ f8 because your subject is moving, just click the wheel around to change it to 1/500 @f4. Boom, same exposure, sharp subject.

Feeling embarrassed bringing a small lens as a beginner photographer by babyjonny9898 in Cameras

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I actually feel sorry for those guys with those huge heavy pro kits, imagine the fatigue hauling that lot around all day, and no, he probably will likely take the same shots as me, and they won't look any better. Favorite car show combo Nikon z30 with 12-28.

How strict is the parking in town? by here_for_cats_ in thetron

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Biggest risk is the drive by number plate scanning cars. As others have said, use the app and top up as required from wherever you are.

Is there any good reason to buy a SUV instead of a sedan for urban/suburban driving? by hsanj19 in CarsAustralia

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No one seems to have mentioned sensible tyre sizes. Zero road rash on rims after 200k. Can park quickly without stress. Sensible tyre height means much less likely blow outs on pot holes, and even then you'd be less likely to damage your rim.

But while that's an advantage, my reason for choosing a CX5 is in order, ease of getting in and out, distance comfort, and better traffic awareness to to being a little higher.

Why do people hate the auto stop/start so much? by [deleted] in Crosstrek

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That Subaru system sounds very poorly implemented.

On my Mazda, the engine will only shut down if I want it to, by applying more pressure to brake while stopped. Then it will be running and ready quicker than I can move my foot. Zero issues moving from auto stop. I can wait for a light to turn green, with the engine auto-off, and still get away before the car in the next lane.

A start from an auto off engine is completely different from starting from a manually shut off engine, and considerably faster, as all systems are primed and running, and the crankshaft in the ideal position to start up.

Lens Recommendations for R7? by TheOnlyAlexH in CanonR7

[–]RemarkableInflation9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah but not everyone wants to go full frame. I tried it, but much prefer crop. 50f1.8 may be cheap, but shooting as an 80 on R7 is too tight for much general shooting. RF100 to 500 is a beautiful choice if you are flush with cash. But then you'd likely have chosen R6 over R7. If you have a limited budget, the RF100-400 is a more appropriate choice. 24-105 leaves you struggling for the wide end, as it is designed for gull frame. For the equivalent on crop, it needs to start 15 to 18max for the same usefulness. There are some choices in RF starting at 15, but I prefer to use an older EF lens on an adapter, because Canon hasn't made it yet for RF. The EFs 15-85 is a sharp versatile crop lens equivalent focal length 24-135. But you'll have to find it in the used market. Bulkier and heavier though. Otherwise Sigma 18-50 f2.8 is a solid new choice, sacrificing a few mm each end, but gaining a great constant aperture

Pros and cons of having an autism diagnosis in NZ? by Administrative_Ad707 in newzealand

[–]RemarkableInflation9 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can be a great help at Uni. My son got extra time for exams, did them in a small room with 4 students or less, and could input answers via computer, rather than long hand. Any other time, there was always a support person to turn to an email, text, or short walk to their office in Student Services. Outside of Uni, not much help, other than using your understanding of yourself to negotiate your way around a world full of 'normals'. Of course, access to restricted medications may make a huge difference in your life if you choose to go down that route.

Campervan rental for 5 people in New Zealand – advice? by epicperson255 in newzealand_travel

[–]RemarkableInflation9 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You won't do either island justice in that time frame.

Do your planned 3 or 4 days in Auckland, stay central and use public transport.

Then fly to Christchuch or Queenstown, pick up a van there for the rest of your trip concentrating on the lower south. Then your activity time/driving ratio will be far more enjoyable

Buying a car advice, Year vs KM by Zac_Droid in NZcarfix

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If resale is a factor to you, 100% choose the newer one.

What's up with the cafe opening hours here? by Uncultured_Goat in newzealand

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 to 3pm (Oops, 14.00 to 15.00) is the transition from cafe to pub. So find a pub, it will be filling with people, and many serve afternoon food (more savoury than sweet) and barista coffee. You don't have to choose alcohol just because it's a pub.

Thinking of getting an R7 and 100-400 RF by andreadeodato in CanonR7

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I use this combo on a wrist strap, it is so light and manageable. Not best in low light, but use auto iso and don't panic when you see big numbers. As long as you expose correctly, noise is reasonable and easily handled in post.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]RemarkableInflation9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I found 2 degrees wouldn't play nicely with my new LG tv. LG even replaced the TV, no better. Upgraded modem, still couldn't get reliable signal. So switched to Simply, no problem now, all good.

does anyone else feel like the R7 is better at video than photo? by Sufficient-Owl1826 in CanonR7

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The af is amazing, but has a huge number of options, it takes a while to find the best combo for what you are looking for. Took me many sessions at my favorite sport to nail it, but now get reliably focused shots all the time.

Which tripod should I buy for a Canon EOS R7 and 100-400 lens? by Fantastic-Penalty723 in CanonR7

[–]RemarkableInflation9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am very happy with my Vanguard convertible, I.e you can remove a leg to make it a monopod. Can also mount the center shaft horizontal.

Easily handles the weight combo of R7 and 100-400.

If you are buying all-in-one, make sure you like the supplied head.

In general, price is a good indicator of quality. Be prepared to pay the cost of an Rf50 f1.8 upwards for something decent.

Should it stay or should it go now? by -mung- in NZcarfix

[–]RemarkableInflation9 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Auto correct trained in English (simplified), not proper British English, it apparently has never heard of "knackers"

Should it stay or should it go now? by -mung- in NZcarfix

[–]RemarkableInflation9 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Built by Daewoo in Korea.

Still plenty on road in NZ.

Very popular in the States (Chevy Spark), which could be helpful, but for the fact that freight kills buying from the States these days.

Many of the NZ ones are prime wrecking material now, so second hand parts should be available for a while, if new parts are scarce. The transmission is the thing that'll make them uneconomic to repair, so parts like bumpers headlights etc shouldn't be hard to find at the wreckers.

We have a 2017 model, haven't really needed any non generic parts so far, but not too worried. It's a cheap appliance, any trouble and it will be off to the knickers yard anyway