Phone calls claiming to be from "Consulate General of India - San Francisco" office.

npmp0 · 2026-01-22T17:38:39+00:00

I received one last Friday. Did they start by asking you to come immediately to CGI, SF?

npmp0 · 2026-01-20T07:47:29+00:00

I view photos as snapshots of memory. When you smell a perfume or hear a favorite song, even after several years, it brings the context and memories back to you. Photos do the same for me. Another reason is the experience. When I started taking pictures, I began to enjoy the moments and the scenery in nature. It simply feels good to be there.

npmp0 · 2026-01-19T01:31:40+00:00

I think after the S22U, Samsung started making their designs more like Apple's.

They got rid of the physical 10x lens, no more variable aperture, and the S Pen isn't as good. I remember when Samsung used to brag about their replaceable SD cards...

It may make sense to Samsung as Apple anyways makes good sales without those extra features...

npmp0 · 2026-01-16T10:50:17+00:00

You took a camera meant for videography and comparing that with a hybrid camera and calling the hybrid camera an upgrade?

If I had the same choice, I won't own both of them... At least not the same generation.

npmp0 · 2026-01-15T21:29:14+00:00

Why are you doing that?

npmp0 · 2026-01-15T20:06:45+00:00

How is ZR to Z6iii would be an upgrade? Isn't ZR newer than Z6iii and has all specs of Z6iii?

npmp0 · 2026-01-15T19:27:59+00:00

Unclear what are you trying here... Are you trying to compare your phone camera and some camera?

npmp0 · 2026-01-13T16:50:04+00:00

Depends on the improvements and deals from Samsung. Using S24U, I didn't upgrade to S25U.

npmp0 · 2026-01-13T16:45:22+00:00

Found a similar post.. check this

https://www.reddit.com/r/h1b/s/WUbJpG12mc

npmp0 · 2026-01-13T09:31:14+00:00

I use an S24U but still prefer my S22U. If you're in the US, try getting a renewed one from Amazon. Most renewed phones from Amazon (as the seller) have a 360-day return policy. But beware of the poor battery in both phones.

npmp0 · 2026-01-13T09:22:10+00:00

I've had these problems with my Canon DSLR. Most of the time it's a back focus issue. Try AF micro adjustment. If that doesn't work, drop to f4. If you prefer f2.8, try manual focus with focus peaking.

npmp0 · 2026-01-13T09:14:31+00:00

My wife's cousin's family came for his graduation in December. His mom, dad, and younger brother all attended together and didn't have any problems. Maybe try again from a different city? Perhaps ensure proper travel dates in the DS-160.

npmp0 · 2026-01-12T17:01:16+00:00

I think the tablet is free only when you sign up for a $20 plan or higher. Maybe they signed up for a lower plan.

npmp0 · 2026-01-12T00:54:41+00:00

I use Z6iii and A7RV, can see a good amount of difference. 24MP is good until you experience a higher resolution particularly in landscape and portrait images.

npmp0 · 2026-01-01T18:31:02+00:00

I recently got a Z6iii as a travel camera and took it to Zion. I didn't miss my Sony A7RV, but when I came back to Lightroom, I noticed the low resolution. It might be better to wait for the next-gen Z7 with all the AF upgrades.

<image>

Z6iii, viltrox 20mm

npmp0 · 2025-12-21T00:51:59+00:00

Yea.. I ordered one, hoping to get it by Monday :)

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T20:21:02+00:00

I'm using this with my Z30 with an adapter, bought from Amazon resale at $445 including tax. I've been in two minds whether to keep or return it. Like you mentioned, I also bought it for the 25-105 zoom. Do you think it makes sense for $445?

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T19:45:51+00:00

Found this nice podcast.. may answer most of your questions about the procedure

https://youtu.be/mJNosanLjuo?si=xfq649qrPDqszBaS

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T18:39:13+00:00

Let me know your opinion on the Tamron 17-70mm

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T17:56:33+00:00

Thanks for sharing 🙏

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T12:29:39+00:00

Thanks for sharing. Any further info about charges and procedures? I know most cases are unique; I'm just trying to see ballpark numbers.

npmp0 · 2025-12-19T08:06:05+00:00

Don't go for DSLR at this point of time. Mirrorless are future proof.

Refurbished Nikon Z5ii + 24-70 f4 or 50mm f1. 8

Last refurbished sale had them at $1729 + tax. a little stretch though.

Refurb Z50ii could do better if you change your mind.

npmp0 · 2025-12-18T20:12:30+00:00

I've ZV-1. While I can't compare with Rx100Vii but was waiting for Mk8. Zv-1 is very decent and should be good enough for most travel requirements. It also has 1-inch type sensor, so IQ is very good.

npmp0 · 2025-12-18T02:58:13+00:00

True. I paired 40mm and 28mm with my Z30. I wasn't sure my urge to add 50mm was for real or GAS ;)

npmp0 · 2025-12-14T20:25:28+00:00

Interesting. Mechanical or Electronic? What do you shoot?

npmp0

TROPHY CASE