"Telling your story".... new article from Aron Snyder

[Lukem]

The other side of the picture issue, particularly if you're going to take the time to shoot RAW, is the editing software. I know some of the stock ones will do it, but investing a little in a quality program is well worth it. I've been playing with PS Elements for about a month, so I'm no expert, but know enough that what you can do with some of the stock programs (iPhoto, etc.) is a far cry from what any of the Adobe programs are capable of. There is a definite learning curve to the programs, but it's well worth it.

 

[Backpack Hunter]

What Matt mentioned is good advice, and also a large reason why I ended up with the Olympus over the Sony NEX. I loved the NEX cameras, but in the end, they are behind on lenses.

Are you including the A mount lenses in that assessment?

 

[Aron Snyder]

No, just the E mount lenses, but the A mount is another animal all together.

 

[Backpack Hunter]

No, just the E mount lenses, but the A mount is another animal all together.

How so? Honestly, very new at this, but I purchased the Sony NEX6 with the understanding that if I wanted to I could adapt it and fit the A mount lenses to it.
I figured this would open up a lot of lens options as I "grew" into this photography thing. Am I mistaken?

 

[CrzyTrekker]

I purchased the Sony NEX6 with the understanding that if I wanted to I could adapt it and fit the A mount lenses to it.
I figured this would open up a lot of lens options as I "grew" into this photography thing. Am I mistaken?

No, you are not mistaken, you can use almost any DSLR lens on the NEX6 with an adapter.

I really enjoy shooting my NEX6. For me, the problem with the NEX system isn't lens availability. I have the very good Zeiss 24mm 1.8 lens along with the 15-60 kit lens. There are some great new lenses for it, some released in the past two months like the Zeiss 16-70 and the Zeiss 12mm 2.8. (I already have the Zeiss 24mm 1.8 and it's a good lens.) There are several other Zeiss prime lenses already available for NEX. But, they are expensive for what they are (i.e. 1.5 crop factor lenses). Still, the form factor and low weight of the NEX camera is excellent and I will be acquiring those lenses at some point in time.

 

[Aron Snyder]

Yep, as CT said, the lenses for the E mount lenses for the NEX are expensive, but you can attach a lot of A mount with the adapter.

When comparing this to the Olympus, they had at least 4 times the E mount lenses AND the option of the A mount.

This isn't saying that the NEX is bad, but I feel the Olympus is a better option because of everything listed above.

 

[CrzyTrekker]

Aron, I don't disagree with you. The Olympus is a nice camera and I wish my NEX had the same weather sealing. I am looking forward to the next generation of mirrorless cameras that (hopefully!) will have all the best features from these cameras, including great form factor, a large sensor, and weather sealing.

Best,
Eric

 

[Backpack Hunter]

Gotcha, thanks guys!

 

[CrzyTrekker]

Upon further thought, I'd also say that if my job depended upon getting good pics in the backcountry, I'd have the Olympus with it's weather sealing/lens selection over the NEX. I'm strictly a recreational guy out there . . .

 

[Aron Snyder]

It's worth mentioning that the Oly is almost twice the cost of the NEX, so that makes a big difference too.

Eric,

Call or text me. I lost your # and need to chat about next season/dates.

Upon further thought, I'd also say that if my job depended upon getting good pics in the backcountry, I'd have the Olympus with it's weather sealing/lens selection over the NEX. I'm strictly a recreational guy out there . . .

 

[CrzyTrekker]

Aron, will do.

 

[Ray]

Ray,

Here is a Nikon D3s torture video

Great...you just made me cry. Dude, that's a $3000 camera.

On another note. Looking into this whole weather sealed mirrorless "stuff" I came across the recent review of the Olympus OM-DE-M1 by Steve Huff.

Looks like after my pack situation is resolved I will still be needing to set aside funds while waiting for sensor technology to squeeze just a little more out of itself.

 

[Kevin Root]

It’s been talked about a bit on this thread but software really helps bring out the wow factor in an already good photo. In the last few years I've been getting into software, HDR or high dynamic range software and a bunch of others. I’m finding that software is what really helps bring out what I see and or the feeling and emotion of the experience. I’m also finding the use of software in being able to take old pictures both early digital and pre digital. Taking out dust spots, noise, correcting sharpness or making contrast changes,toning, lighting, color just to list a few. The list goes on and on on what photo software can do. For me software and learning how to use them is almost as important as camera choice and composing good photos.

 

[fillthefreezer]

^wow^

 

[Matt W.]

^wow^

double ^wow^...

 

[Matt Cashell]

Always love seeing your photos, Kevin.

Thanks.

 

[Aron Snyder]

It’s been talked about a bit on this thread but software really helps bring out the wow factor in an already good photo. In the last few years I've been getting into software, HDR or high dynamic range software and a bunch of others. I’m finding that software is what really helps bring out what I see and or the feeling and emotion of the experience. I’m also finding the use of software in being able to take old pictures both early digital and pre digital. Taking out dust spots, noise, correcting sharpness or making contrast changes,toning, lighting, color just to list a few. The list goes on and on on what photo software can do. For me software and learning how to use them is almost as important as camera choice and composing good photos.

Can I call u at some point?

Thinking I could learn a bit

 

[Kevin Root]

Can I call u at some point?

Thinking I could learn a bit

Ha, I'm still learning myself, I don't think it's something that ever stops but thanks for the nice words Aron.

 

[Craig4791]

Those are some killer photos Kevin!!

 

[Matt W.]

Kevin,

What setup are you using? Also, whats a good software program for the beginner?

Thanks!