Ah the weekend !
Friday was one of those days ya just didn't feel , was a blah day and add some tired to the mix.
Though I had pics planned with Hurtin Merv at Sunny's Bar in St Thomas,ON
So go through the usual routine.
Charge batteries, erase memory cards, pack up my bag for some what ifs, pack the right lens.
Was planning to use the Canon 5D as primary and then Canon T1i as backup.
The T1i does better at higher ISO.
So did a few test shots, kind getting camera's setup...........
Then the funny sound !
Not so funny actually.
Viewfinder went black on the Canon 5D and there was the sound of loose change in the body.
quick pulled the lens off to find the mirror inside , floating around loose.
The silver thing (the mirror) should be sitting happily attached to the inside of the camera.
And you will say "Well Doug that's what you get for buying 6yr old used camera on Kijiji"
Your right.
Quick check of the web and 'Bingo', Canon released a Warranty Recall for this exact problem, and will ship and repair the problem at no charge !! Can you say "Wheeewwwwww" (wiping sweat from brow)
That left me using the T1i last night and will say that there is noticeable difference, besides the size and weight. Picture quality of the T1i is not what i seem to get from the 5D, cant explain it
A fellow photographer (and Nikon D40 user) wants to switch to Canon, in their words "Canon is softer" and maybe thats what i am seeing on the 5D. Who knows.
So few pics of Merv and we were out of there, boys were in fine form and having a good time.
Truly enjoy going out to see them.
Merv of course was doing what Merv does best, keeping the crowd happy !
This morning was attempt at food pic using flash instead of the window light. And after a little reading managed something that I am happy with (for the moment).
This is all in prep for pics at Lotus Thai Restaurant in St Thomas,ON, I had met Pom and V.K. through mutal friend and enjoyed there food at the restaurant and at local events. Nice people !!
And their food deserve some pics that will showcase what they have going on there.
Watch for update on that.
Just a piece of simple cake.
Trick is getting that flash over to the side, low and bouncing some light back in with a white card or piece of paper.
Manged to get some texture and nice look. Will keep on this, could be another nice little niche market for pic taking.
I kinda like the idea trade pics for food !!
Now if only I could trade pics for personal training time ??
Friday was one of those days ya just didn't feel , was a blah day and add some tired to the mix.
Though I had pics planned with Hurtin Merv at Sunny's Bar in St Thomas,ON
So go through the usual routine.
Charge batteries, erase memory cards, pack up my bag for some what ifs, pack the right lens.
Was planning to use the Canon 5D as primary and then Canon T1i as backup.
The T1i does better at higher ISO.
So did a few test shots, kind getting camera's setup...........
Then the funny sound !
Not so funny actually.
Viewfinder went black on the Canon 5D and there was the sound of loose change in the body.
quick pulled the lens off to find the mirror inside , floating around loose.
The silver thing (the mirror) should be sitting happily attached to the inside of the camera.
And you will say "Well Doug that's what you get for buying 6yr old used camera on Kijiji"
Your right.
Quick check of the web and 'Bingo', Canon released a Warranty Recall for this exact problem, and will ship and repair the problem at no charge !! Can you say "Wheeewwwwww" (wiping sweat from brow)
That left me using the T1i last night and will say that there is noticeable difference, besides the size and weight. Picture quality of the T1i is not what i seem to get from the 5D, cant explain it
A fellow photographer (and Nikon D40 user) wants to switch to Canon, in their words "Canon is softer" and maybe thats what i am seeing on the 5D. Who knows.
So few pics of Merv and we were out of there, boys were in fine form and having a good time.
Truly enjoy going out to see them.
Merv of course was doing what Merv does best, keeping the crowd happy !
This morning was attempt at food pic using flash instead of the window light. And after a little reading managed something that I am happy with (for the moment).
This is all in prep for pics at Lotus Thai Restaurant in St Thomas,ON, I had met Pom and V.K. through mutal friend and enjoyed there food at the restaurant and at local events. Nice people !!
And their food deserve some pics that will showcase what they have going on there.
Watch for update on that.
Just a piece of simple cake.
Trick is getting that flash over to the side, low and bouncing some light back in with a white card or piece of paper.
Manged to get some texture and nice look. Will keep on this, could be another nice little niche market for pic taking.
I kinda like the idea trade pics for food !!
Now if only I could trade pics for personal training time ??
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