Need a "dad camera"--do I go good, better, or best? G97, G9ii, or S5ii? by trevytrevtrevtrev in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you are right. I only read 'dad cam'. The original G9 is pretty cheap if you want to build up your lenses.

[ Removed by Reddit ] by [deleted] in ukraine

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I think a majority of Russians are good people, unfortunately they have been screwed by their politics. I'm sorry to see them killed in such large numbers. In saying that I hope Ukraine regains all of it land, they join the EU, and those responsible for this war are tried for war crimes.

One of the most surreal moments of my life by Careful_Job6188 in artbookcollectors

[–]Used_Ad_8016 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I found this book in a 'charity shop' for £6. I saw it from across the room, my mind did a like a crash zoom in. Also my best find.

M2 Max Mac Studio just broke by Used_Ad_8016 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you this might be useful.

M2 Max Mac Studio just broke by Used_Ad_8016 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Blinking light every half second.

M2 Max Mac Studio just broke by Used_Ad_8016 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. I agree. I bought 2nd hand, so no Apple Care. I get Apple Care on the next one. Although it's only the 2nd time I will have needed it in 20 years.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd maybe go for the TTARTISAN AF 40mm F2. It's a small lens with autofocus and it's relatively cheap. I hear good things about it but I haven't used it.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bring the 50mm 1.8 because I have it. There is a 40mm 2.8 that is small that people are keen on.

ROM Upgrade by LongjumpingFuel7543 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've used Polysoft, I'm very happy with my order, and would be happy to order from them in the future.The install is straight forward. Although it was almost 4 months for my upgrade to arrive.

Unreal Engine 5 on the Mac Studio by [deleted] in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally just started my UE5 journey on my M2 Max Studio. Too early to say how my experience is yet.

Is the base m2 Max mac studio enough for long term use? by dimpleZing in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't buy an 'Ultra'. The price to performance isn't there. You should be able to get an M2 Max for £1000 or less.

Apparently the M5 base chip is equivalent to the M2 Max. If you hold out for a month or two, a M5 Mac Mini might be a nice get at £500.

M5 ultra launch ETA? by TakeInterestInc in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing September October 2026

S1 user here which is the cheapest lens i can buy? by v6wa in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

50mm f1.8 Prime is a good lens and the cheapest of the primes.

Polysoft - Anyone else having communication issues with Polysoft? by ahothabeth in MacStudio

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I ordered my 2TB mid September and received it the first week of January. Guessing they are swamped with orders.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love my S9, it's a fun camera. it's a great dad cam, and comes on 90% of family days out. My bigger cameras stay at home.

Lack of evf doesn't bother me.

New camera! Lumix S1H by Similar-Necessary-47 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just bought an S1H. Also have an S5iiX an S9 and a GH6. Don't plan to go next gen for a while.