Welcome!!

[Frank F]

I'm a new member, and also a new owner of a Sony DSLR-200 (my first SLR).

I'm from the northern half of the L.P. of Michigan. Clare/Cadillac area.

Get ready for a lot of questions.

[Photo-John]

I'm a new member, and also a new owner of a Sony DSLR-200 (my first SLR).

I'm from the northern half of the L.P. of Michigan. Clare/Cadillac area.

Get ready for a lot of questions.

Welcome to the site, Frank! Glad to have another Sony Alpha user. I see you've already discovered the Sony forum. How about the Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 user reviews? Please post a review for your camera. We need you reviews. User reviews from our members are the foundation of this site!

Thanks for joining us!

[amhildreth]

Heya! My name is Andy, and I live in the Rochester,NY area. I've been a broadcaster for the last 23 years, with an occasional interest in photography and shortwave radios. I decided to go back to school a few years ago, and have been taking photography courses at the local Community College. I love being able to compose and develop my own images, and have become a man possessed. My main rig is my trusty Pentax K1000 with a 50 and 70-210 zoom lenses. My new baby is a Mamiya C220 w/105mm lens. I can't seem to get enough shooting time with the C220 lately. I also own a great Panasonic Lumix digital, but still seem to like film better.

[icicle]

Hi All, My name is Cody aka icicle, and I have a Canon 35mm SLR, and a new Canon DSLR, and a Sony Cybershot.
I lost intrest in pictures about 7 years ago and now getting back into it.

[walterick]

Welcome Andy! Nice to see another film user find our site! Make sure you check out our Film Forum for a whole bunch of dedicated film enthusiasts. We are one of the few web sites now catering to the film passion.

Enjoy the rest of our site and have fun looking around!
Rick

[walterick]

Welcome Cody! Glad to see you getting back into the photography passion again! If you can, please take a few moments to write a review for your cameras it really helps the site tremendously.

Welcome again and enjoy the site!
Rick

[LAVNames]

Hello Everyone,

My name is Luis Vega and in the Antelope Valley Area in Southern California. I bought my first DSLR about 8 months ago Canon XTi w/ lens kit. I've purchased the 50mm 1.8Lens about 2 weeks ago.

I have been reading lots of posts here and I have found this site to be priceless. Lots of great information and great contributors.

I have fallen in love with photography; it looks like the more you learn the more you want to shoot. I'm interested in sports photography, specially baseball.

Thank you all for your comments and looking forward to learning and contribute as well to others. See you around!!


LV

[rylan]

Welcome LV!

this site is amazing for learning! ive learnt soooooo much since i first joined.
im looking forward to seeing your work!

Cheers

Rylan

[walterick]

Welcome Luis! I am glad to hear you are enjoying the site and that you are loving photography! It really is a wonderful and addicting hobby.

I hope you're enjoying that XTi. If you haven't found it already, make sure you check out our Sports Forum for ideas on shooting baseball. And if you have the time, please consider reviewing your equipment it really helps the site

Enjoy!
Rick

[plazapaint]

Hi, My name is Kristen. I have always had a passion for photography and just recently decided to take it to the next level.
I am a SAHM that does the books for our family owned retail paint store. I decided to get more involved in photography and hopefully take it to the professional level.
I am currently inrolled in a 6 mth course with New York Insitute of Photography. I have just completed the first lesson and was a little over whelmed. I know they go through EVERYTHING, so I just have to go through the lessons and take what I can out of it.
I came here to hopefully chat and get to know my fellow photographers!!! There are things I get confused on and so happy I have a place where I can come and get some advice.
Looking forward to meeting all of you.

[bigslice0904]

Greetings everyone. My name is Bryan and I came across this site as a result of a recommendation by a friend. From what I can tell, it looks like it's a great forum, so I'm glad to be here.

I've been shooting for about 3 years, mainly nature and landscapes subjects. I'm slowly (and anxiously) working towards portraits and possibly event photography. I enjoy other types of photography as well, so I guess I'm somewhat of a generalist - whatever peaks my interest at the time .

Best regards,

[demkodslr]

Hello to all here! I'm jd and new to the Forum. My camera is a Canon XTi with a Canon EF 20-35mm 3.5-4.5 and a Canon 28-135mm 3.5-5.6 IS.My photographic interests center around outdoors, especially sports and nature but I'm looking to move into more indoors and portraits as I'm going to do some informal photography at a relative's wedding next Spring.
I'm hoping to learn lots about all phases of photography and look forward to dealing with everyone here. Thanks in advance!!!

jd

[Kiddo]

Hello Everyone!! I"m new here too.... My camera is a Canon XT and I am upgrading really soon... The rest of my gear is in my siggy line... I'm a single mom of 2 great boys... I work from home doing radio ratings and am in the process of getting my photography "business" up and going so that it can be done as a full time job.... I shoot mostly sports but am branching out to weddings and other formal things as well...

Thanks to everyone who has posted some great comments on the photos that I've all ready post and I am looking forward to seeing and reading many more comments from everyone once I post some more photos....

[AzMandella]

Hi everybody. My name is Marvin and am new here. I have been into photography since high school. In the last 5 yrs I have changed to Digital SLR from film. I am using a Canon 20D with 24-70 F2.8L, 70-200 F4l IS, 580 EX flash assorted filters and a Gossen Digipro F light meter.. I have recently gotten into portrait photography and purchased a Photoflex First Studio set with 2 250w Tungston lights with umbrellas and stands and later puchased a 3' Photoflex Octadome with QL 3200 light with 500w and 1000w bulbs. and a Phototek backdrop stand.

Later I intend to get a couple of monoblocks, 5' Octodome, and a 5D body.

I am looking foreward to learning from everyone here and maybe having some valuable input myself.

[JHalff]

hi I'm Jerry Halff photography is my hobby. the posts on this site are very helpful. Thanks

[jetrim]

Well, I've been on the site for a couple of weeks now and I'm really enjoying it, so I guess it's time to introduce myself formally :thumbsup:


Name:
Jim E.

Meaning of handle:
Acronym for the first company I started which specialized in high end mouldings and trim work for the Palm Beach crowd.

Dorky PR club I belong to:
None that I can think of


Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Born:
Bronx, NY (but left when I was 10 days old and grew up in S.E. PA)

Other places I've lived:
different towns in PA & FL

Like to Retire:
Nah....

Ethnicity:
American of Irish/German heritage

Marriage/Family:
I married for the second time 5 years ago, and have a stepson 9 from that...
(First one was a total disaster lasting only 1 year, but I was young and stupid)

Languages I speak:
English, Russian

Education:
HS

Occupation:
Commercial Construction Superintendent

Religious affiliation :
Catholic

Political affiliation:
Independent – highly conservative on some issues, liberal on others, and a bit of a Jeffersonian libertarian too sometimes

Other hobbies:
Model building, Reading, Computers, Cycling


How long I have been a photographer:
On and off for the past 25 yrs

First "real" camera:
Mamiya NC-1000

How I found Photographyreview.com:
Google J

Date I joined PR (sometimes people's listed join date is innacurate):
7/27/08

Favorite forum:
Critique so far…

Photogatherings I have attended:
None yet...

Favorite subjects:
birds, architecture, street scenes.

Current Gear:
Digital
Fujifilm finepix S-2
Canon powershot A-510

Film
Minolta Maxxum 5
Minolta Maxxum 7


Lenses and Accessories:
Digital
Tamron Brand
70-300mm
28-80mm F/3.5-5.6
(…though I can see already the need to upgrade SOON)

Film
Too much to remember off the top of my head and too lazy to dig it out of the closet…

Camera I use the most:
The S-2

Why I prefer film or digital:
I just bought the S-2 used so I haven’t made up my mind yet, but I can see some distinct advantages on both sides of the fence

What I like about Photographyreview.com:
Seems to have a lot of knowledgeable people who are actually willing to help with constructive feedback

What I am trying to accomplish with my photography:
Just sharing the art and beauty all around us, that all too often goes unnoticed

A few of my favorite recent images...

[Ballen Photo]

Well, I've been on the site for a couple of weeks now and I'm really enjoying it, so I guess it's time to introduce myself formally :thumbsup:

Hi Jim, WELCOME to the forum!
I found the "tongue in cheek" manner you wrote your bio entertaining.
I see you're a train guy too? Nice shots.
-Bruce

[Mr Noodles]

Howdy everyone-

I'm new to DSLR's but not photography. Recently returned from Maine on what could be the best weather I've ever experienced there. Anyway... that visit re-kindled the photo bug that had been dormant for many years. Now I'm looking forward to taking classes and reading up on everything I can get my hands on to take advantage of my cameras potential. Right now this is strictly a hobby for me but who knows??? If I read one of your posts and reply with a stupid question or whatever- just laugh it off and respond in kind- I enjoy a good bit of sarcasm too. So far I've been really impressed by this website/ forum. Keep up the great work everyone, you've got a great site.

[gotrocks]

"Hello gotrocks,
Our records indicate that you have never posted to our site before! Why not make your first post today by saying hello to our community in our Introductions forum.

Why not start with your first post today and become an active part Photography & Digital Camera Forums forums now! "
Whew! I saw the above and started looking for Introductions forum after searching a while found another post that directed me here.
Hope this is the correct starting point.

I just arrived less than an hour ago and already have enjoyed this site.

Since I'm here let me ask my first question.
I plan to purchase a Sony DSC H50. I see the memory cards with PRO, DUO, ENTERTAINMENT, etc.
If they all are 4GB then what do I look for when making my choice?
Thanks for all replies, I'll appreciate "multiple exposures"

[Pink Dragonfly]

Hi gotrocks,

Welcome to the site!

You are more likely to get a reply to your question if you post it in either the Digital Cameras - General or Sony & Konica Minolta Forum. Sorry, I can't help you personally
Good luck with your new camera - have fun

Mette

[lordarutha]

Hi all,
It's taken me a while to find but this site is just what I was looking for.
Have been taking a few pics since 2003, just as I got to grips with my minolta x-700(great camera) It was time to go digital. I liked the look of the foveon sensor so started with a used Sigma SD9, then a used SD10 and I now have a new SD14. These cameras don't take the best pics in auto mode but once you get to grips with them they are fantastic.
Anyway hi and look forward to getting some useful advice on my pictures.

[A.M.D.A.]

Welcome lordarutha!

I agree that sometimes auto settings don’t work well. My Panasonic FZ7K currently has the menus set up to manual/presets, very rarely on full auto.

If you are looking for advice on your photos, the best place is to upload them to the Photo Critique forum or Photo Critique gallery. Remember to offer feedback on other member’s work in return.

And also, please take the time to write reviews on your gear, especially the Sigma SLRs/lenses.

[photon00b]

Name:
Matt

Meaning of handle:
pretty new to the photography game...so, it fit!

Dorky PR club I belong to:
nope

Location:
Tallahassee, FL

Born:
Yonkers, NY

Other places I've lived:
pa, ga, tn, fl, and in vans across the country on tour.

Like to Retire:
young and rich.

Ethnicity:
irish

Marriage/Family:
girlfriend with a baby due in March...our FIRST!

Languages I speak:
english

Education:
HS

Occupation:
i work in a bar.

Religious affiliation :
no sir.

Political affiliation:
no sir.

Other hobbies:
internetting, riding my bike, and playing with my dogs.

How long I have been a photographer:
1 year seriously, but about 8 'messing around'

First "real" camera:
some kodak point and shoot

How I found Photographyreview.com:
Google

Date I joined PR (sometimes people's listed join date is innacurate):
10/9/08

Favorite forum:
too new to know.

Photogatherings I have attended:
None yet...

Favorite subjects:
nature, live concert, sports

Current Gear:
Sony Alpha100
Sony Alpha350
sony cybershot

Lenses and Accessories:
HVL-F56AM external flash
70-300mm lens
planning on adding a lot more lighting



Camera I use the most:
alpha350

Why I prefer film or digital:
digital is easier for me.

What I like about Photographyreview.com:
every seems to be ready to answer all of the questions that i will bombard the site with...thanks in advance!

What I am trying to accomplish with my photography:

open peoples eyes and excite their eyes.

A few photos from recent times...


Vinalhaven, ME


Tallahassee, FL


Vinalhaven, ME


Outside HOOTERS in Tallahassee, FL


Band: MARADONA in Tallahassee, FL


Me


Me again.

[Ballen Photo]

Hi Matt, WELCOME aboard!
-Bruce

[DHMN69]

I typed like three paragraphs introducing myself then firefox crashed when I opened another window so here goes again

34 yr old male from Minnesota, DH in my screen name are my Initials and of course the MN is Minnesota ;)

I started taking pictures years ago with a Kodak Disc Camera...to one of them cheap Vivitar Digital cameras that worked as a webcam also. After that I got a 3.2 MP HP Photosmart that I still use when I go fishing. The next camera I had was a Kodak Easyshare that I got around January.. which turned out to be cheap and terrible qualify, with buttons that felt like an old Nintendo controller and stopped working after 6 months.

Now I've got a Kodak EOS Rebel XS.. I've had that two months so far, and still am using the 18-55 MM lens that was included but will be upgrading to either a 200 or 300 MM IS for sports photos and the long-distance outdoor shots I like the most. Just a couple shots that I have on my website where I post photos I take almost everywhere I go...

They're a bit too large for the posting limits here so I'll place links, but in the future I'll re-size stuff and show the photos

http://www.viewthroughmylens.net/Gal...RiverWalk1.jpg
http://www.viewthroughmylens.net/Gal...dgewinter2.JPG
http://www.viewthroughmylens.net/Gal...orthland33.JPG
http://www.viewthroughmylens.net/Gal...orthland25.JPG

Someday soon I'll start a sports photography website, but that of course comes after I've got my new lens.