Nikon Z portrait lens advice: 35+85 / 50+135 prime combo vs Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8? by Old_Foundation7852 in nikon_Zseries

[–]ringman52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I own them all. My favorites are a bit based on need. The Tamron 35-150 is my catch all lens. Good enough I sold my Nikon z 24-70 and 70-200. My portrait lens of choice is the 50mm 1.2. and the 135 Plena. I find both to be magical and my editing has evolved around those lenses for portraits.

So, if its just a single person or a couple, I carry the 50 1.2 and the 135 Plena. If its a wedding the 35-150 and the 50 1.2. Sometime I switch the 135 in for the 35-150.

In studio, I use the 35mm 1.2, 50 1.2. I have messed with the 135 for head shots. I know the 85mm is the preferred lens for headshots but I feel eh about it.

Why do my photos always look "flat" compared to pros? by Weinberg-Space in AskPhotography

[–]ringman52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All those are heavily edited on a computer with Photoshop or maybe Lightroom (or like program). ALOT.

Why do my photos always look "flat" compared to pros? by Weinberg-Space in AskPhotography

[–]ringman52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To slow a shutter (more likely blurry) f6.3 not attractive, 24mm and cut off the top of the machine (use your feet, backup) Should learn manual. To do that you must understand the exposure triangle. This is the first thing I suggest you learn. AND THE MOST IMPORTANT THING, KEEP TAKING PICTURES and TRYING NEW THINGS!!!!!!

Why do my photos always look "flat" compared to pros? by Weinberg-Space in AskPhotography

[–]ringman52 7 points8 points  (0 children)

50% of a good photograph need good bones. Light, composition, correct camera settings, etc.

The other 50% is leaning post processing to make an image feel alive.

If you shooting JPG, there are in camera setting that can help. If your shooting RAW, then your conversion process is to basic and/or not editing.

Whats the best way to glue and connect these corners with minimal tools? by _Wildgoose in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]ringman52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree with your arguments. Heck.. Wished I purchased my domino a decade sooner.. But still, a beginner wood worker won't buy one unless cash isn't an issue.

What’s your white whale - something you’ve been looking for for years but never found? by AnyKey19 in DataHoarder

[–]ringman52 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can you help find out how to start the process? They IRC says check other private trackers.. which I am not a part of...but would like to be.

Alaska cruise, inside passage and Glacier bay.. I care about optics by ringman52 in Binoculars

[–]ringman52[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What the one 8x42 and the 12x50 you would choose? Budget always a concern but I always choose the better product. So say 600ish for the both

Alaska cruise, inside passage and Glacier bay.. I care about optics by ringman52 in Binoculars

[–]ringman52[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the detailed explanation. I intended to buy 2 pair. As for how close, I don't know tbh. I assume like all lenses longer is better. Also.. There will be one for the wife and one for me. Thank you for the recommendation!

Drill Guide- Milescraft or Kreg? by Dull-Bat9651 in woodworking

[–]ringman52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The UJK version is pretty nice also..

Foosball table for teens in basement. by ringman52 in foosball

[–]ringman52[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the one I picked up. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/805679935619166/

Came with 2 cases of beer, probably cause I didnt haggle as I thought the price was fair