yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Off-topic] boborone:
http://www.popdeluxe.net/cameras.html

Buy your way to hipster
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I already have a Holga lense. lol
[Off-topic] boborone:
You have a holga camera!
[Off-topic] jaszek:
No. Just the lense. Adapted for EOS mount. lol
[Off-topic] boborone:
So are the holgas and the diana cameras the same
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Holga s the successor to the Diana.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
This is a very good article about when people talk about "photoshopped" images.

http://www.petapixel.com/2012/10/25...redients-and-preparation-just-enjoy-the-meal/
[Off-topic] undercover:
IMHO nothing wrong with photoshop, just another tool like flash or lens or tripod.

Browsing from the app
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Or a dark room for the film people.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Yep.

Jaszek, your shots of police car and cab. How was the lighting done? My wild guess is light painting with the torch or flash with the snoot. Looks very good, my favorite pics from you page. Plus b&w boxers with sweat spray.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Thought this would be the best place to post this.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I ran around and kept pressing the rest button on my flash.

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] undercover:
That's what I though. Did you use any filters on flash? WB seem slightly off in most of the pics. Not criticising, just curious.

Browsing from the app
[Off-topic] jaszek:
No filters. And the WB is how I saw it.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Must force myself to go back into it... Haven't really shot anything properly in a year or so... :(

Browsing from the app
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Not much artistic value, but I am fond of this photo...that was a great night. Look at that crowd....they liked us.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
MORE HERE!
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
My last two.

View attachment 1433948

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Took with my XS, so quality won't be DSLR camera like. Take a look at the artistic side.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
THe "horizons" are too centered for my liking.

Also I shot my friend.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
What do you mean with horizons? And God your friend is gorgeous. She seems like an Actress that did The Art Of Getting By.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I mean where the foreground meets the background.

And yes, she is pretty. lol
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Oh, I see. I put the phone on the ground, and shot. I like it that way. But it is opinions only.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
I'm really liking your recent work. You're grabbing all the right details, and you definitely know when to shoot, not just what to shoot. I'm really learning a lot from your photos.

Sent from your mom.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Thanks. But in that shot the sky was almost blown out. I shot RAW so I had some details left, and burned a lot in photoshop. I hated the sky today.
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Trust me, I've done that too. RAW can save your ass at times. And post-processing.;)

Sent from your mom.
[Off-topic] :
I loved that movie! Its too bad no one ever saw it...

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Off-topic] undercover:
Look up Rule of Thirds in photography :thumbup:

Stunning shot. However I would have blended 2 exposures in this case, looks easier.

Gonna experiment with some long exposures soon. Can see busiest runway in Europe through the window at work, aircraft trail, here I come ;)

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Man, loved this tip. Gonna definitely try to use it next time.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] undercover:
You are welcome. Very easy to use and makes a lot of difference unless you are DELIBERATELY doing something different.

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Omg! Why did you shoot her?! Your mean!

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] undercover:
http://db.tt/Wf8JoH6g

No artistic value, was just messing about with extension rings and reversed 50mm prime.

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
You have a problem with my mean? lol
[Off-topic] veeman:
I dont got any problem with you're mean. I was jest saying dat your mean cuz you shooted you're frend.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
*you're

Sent from your mom.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Your mean too! Your all meanie heads.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] undercover:
http://blog.aurumlight.com/2012/10/08/lighting-for-liquids/

Worth a watch
[Off-topic] Jimlarck:
The Picture thread is beginning to be ... less pictures. Anyways I got some key lime pie.
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
This is NOT a "picture" thread. It is a PHOTOGRAPHY thread. It's definitely not a "take pictures of random stuff" thread. :rolleyes:

Snowflake approved this message....
[Off-topic] Jimlarck:
It was a PHOTOGRAPHY of some KEY LIME PIE I picked up.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Yes I'm sure that picture has great artistic value. Maybe if you used instagram...
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Yeah, we get it.

After checking your bio, it's no surprise. That doesn't change the fact that your pic lacked any and all photographic merit. You are awarded no points, and may god have mercy on your soul.

Sent from your mom.
[Off-topic] torikorocks:
Use instagram you say :p
[Off-topic] Jimlarck:
I was just sharing a photo..

That makes me a sad case?
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Not sent from your phone...
[Off-topic] veeman:
OMG! Loooove the composition! What filter did you use to get that look? What lens? :rolleyes:
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Thanks man... I'm just getting started... It was my S3, but I made sure to tap it and let it focus real good...
[Off-topic] veeman:
I'd tap that screen too.

IYKWIM

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[Off-topic] Jimlarck:
Carry On.
[Off-topic] veeman:
OMG dude! Post your memes in the Off Topic Images thread! :banghead:
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Yours contained only one frozen good... mine had several... and the light at the top right? saw that? that was the freezer light...
[Off-topic] Jimlarck:
Sheesh. Where's the humor here?. I didn't know I was in that part of the internet. Where people are actually serious. Anyways removed picture.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Seeing as the quality of pictures in this thread has dropped significantly, here are some that will maybe boost it back up. lol :P :D

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8318/8004217175_a3d170dc41_k.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8295/8004216621_8ac2409fd1_k.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8181/8004219081_ec4e693132_k.jpg

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*facepalm*

That was meant as a joke. And you can still see what you posted in the quotes. ;D
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Well for what's it worth I laughed pretty hard after following the thread for months, seeing great stuff from Jaszek and everyone else using professional equipment, only to see a box of key lime pie taken with a phone...
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Please stay on topic in this thread in off topic.
[Off-topic] torikorocks:
Even though this was taken with my RAZR id like to think it is good enough for this thread. Its really hard to get a frog to sit still long enough to get a nice up close shot.
[Off-topic] undercover:
A bit too close for my liking. Cut off limbs don't do this pic any favours. Try to crop it a bit more, might save it.

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] torikorocks:
No cut off limbs in this one but it might be a little dark.
[Off-topic] undercover:
That's better. Lack "wow" factor, but pretty good pic.

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Hmm. To go or not to go...

Good manners cost nothing.
[Off-topic] jumbobombo:
This is Chowpatty a beach in Mumbai India

It's a festival known as ganesh Chaturthi... Festival of God Ganesha

The crowd had quadrupled by night

- - Greetings From India
[Off-topic] StormMcCloud:
Took this in Baghdad.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
http://notastarvingartist.com/post/12766897643/50-reasons-not-to-date-a-photographer

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Anyone up for a photo challenge? Dexter and me are doing one. Rules are simple, we have a theme, set period of time, and then just share what we did. Once that's done next theme is chosen and time is set. Basically a bit of the kick up the ass to get out and do something. Feel free to join. If anyone interested PM me with email and I'll share theme Gdoc with timings.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Count me in, weather permitting. We have another storm coming in right now. lol
[Off-topic] undercover:
Great. :) Invite sent.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
Ok, I'm in

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I like the picture. lol

If I have time I'll go out and shoot. Winter is usually my photograper's block.
[Off-topic] undercover:
PM your email.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Test run of the photo challenge posted about in the OP.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Photo of the month sounds cool! I'll go take some pictures over the long weekend this week. Is there a limit on the number of entries?

Edit: Dang! Only 1 per month? :(

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I still need to talk to the Europeans. Maybe we'll increase that limit, but I think 1 is fair, since this way you will think about which shot you really want to send in, and make sure it's your best. Also, some one could upload like 10 shots, while the other one uploads only 1, so it will be more difficult to judge.
[Off-topic] M_T_M:
LOL...I voted :p:silly:

Also....I "might" post pics on this thread. I think I can come up with "interesting" material :cyclops:
[Off-topic] undercover:
Great work on OP mate. Let's stick to 1 entry only. Also, for now it's one contest a month, but if we manage to turn it quicker than that, that might as well increase. Time will tell.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Nice idea. I don't think the picture itself should count, should it? I mean, I only have my Xperia S, while others have semi professional DSLR cameras...

Another thing: I will still be able to post photos out of the competition, right?

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] undercover:
Well, yes, we will be using dslrs. But feel free to enter with you camera wherever it's a phone, point and shoot or anything else. Anything absolutely ridiculous will of course be rejected. You will however struggle with some themes like certain night photography, long exposure, macro maybe...
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I will add more rules once I get home from work

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Yeah... Esato forums have something exactly like that. Check their posts to see if need something...

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
Well I've just found my only lens has a crack in it, so I will be using my phone for all entries. Gutted, can't afford another lens for at least a couple of months now. :mad:

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] boborone:
Buy used or get an old mf of cheap brand and adapter.

_______________________________________

"fat bottomed girls, you make this rocking world go round"
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
Would love to but I'm up to my neck at the mo, might borrow the father in laws camera. If not I've still got tricks I can use (promise no edited pics) I have filters etc.

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Link?

How bad is the crack? You might still be able to use it. Google cracked lens test

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
It looks like someone has drawn a line across it with a marker

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Nvm. Can't find it. Must be gone. I saw a test where they took a lens with the front element cracked and the photos we're fine, just not as sharp.

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
http://www.esato.com/board/viewtopic.php?topic=204806

It isn't as professional as this here seems that will be, but I like how they do it. I also participate on it (I started recently)

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] undercover:
juggles, you only need camera for a few hours, just do your planning ahead, and post processing after ;)

post processing IS allowed.

And who said this here is going to be professional? :D

Dex and me came up with that idea just to get off our bottoms and to force ourselves out, to take some pics. Jaszek evolved idea a bit. That's all, it's far from a professional contest.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Pretty much the same, except for them it's only phones.

Also I want the images and host them on my website, so we don't have people changing stuff. I guess I can allow 1 change.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
No one said. But it is somewhat. There is only for phones and the camera hiccups from phone cameras (like lower detail and such) are ignored, and the artistic value is what counts.

But I will try to do my best. Let's see what my non existent photographer knowledge can do.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
The voting will be done by the members, no judges. Let me add a rule to let them know not to take physical limitations of gear into account when voting.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Or just split it into 3 gropus. dslr cam, non dslr cam, phone cam
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I feel like that would be too much. This way I can upload 3 different photos. It's not about the gear you have, it's about the artistic value. Also people might get confused which one belongs to which. On another note, this way we will have like 4 images from DSLRs, 10 images from Point and Shoots and 100 cell phone shots.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
Some of the best photos I've seen recently have been taken with phones, content/composition and"eye" make good photos not necessarily the kit you use. Just saying:)

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] veeman:
Is there a limit to how much you can post process?

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Just don't overdo it. Like, still have the original photograph. And try to refrain from adding/removing lots of stuff in post processing. But contrast, sharpness and brightness adjustments are fine. People did that in darkrooms in the 1800s.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
This should be an issue, post process can change the whole look of the worst pics. I have cs but rarely use it, (removing sweat patches, red eye etc)

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] undercover:
I'll leave it up to Jaszek to decide. From what I've seen on his pics, he uses it a fair bit, but quite tastefully.

Remember, this is NOT a design contest, it's photography. Enhancing it so it has a punch is no problem.

And ok, let's keep it as photo only comp (not gear comp :D), but as i mentioned, people without decent camera that allows manual settings will be at disadvantage at certain times.

Re post processing. iirc I used 3 frames to make this one image, due to only having one flash. So 3 exposures at the same settings, moved flash around, then blended pics. This is NOT overprocessing. So something like that is allowed.
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Now that is somewhat decided, I can't wait for it to start. If the January first two week's theme is beach and/or sun, I might get an amazing shot)(probably going to the beach by Jan 2nd :D)

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] undercover:
It already started, read the OP. :D

Wish me nice dramatic sky for Friday :)
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
It says "long exposures, buildings". Does both have to be used or only the buildings part can be used (phone can change exposure (or there is an app that allows that?))?

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] undercover:
You'll struggle with the phone for that. Google long exposure.

Basically picture that requires long exposure (3 seconds + I think will do)
[Off-topic] Felimenta97:
Found a app that will take burst shots or streak ones. It should do it. I will have to find a nice building to shot at.

"What really matters in this world, anyway?"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Found an app but it's paid.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flavionet.android.camera.pro&hl=en

Also, in auto on the phone if you do it at night, turn off the flash, set it up so it's steady, set up 2 second delay for the shutter and press the shutter button, and don't touch the phone until the exposure is done. It should take a few seconds. It's possible with phones, I've done it before. If you want to go crazy, Joby sells a gorilla pod made for phones.
[Off-topic] boborone:
Holy sht jaszek. I'm sorry man. Been at nascar for a week and a half and forgot all about the rack. Checked beer and it would cost way alot for the weight and size needed. I am so sorry man. Really I am.

_______________________________________

"fat bottomed girls, you make this rocking world go round"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
No problem. We have snow now. Probably won't get back on the bike for a while. Also, did you check one bottle or the whole 6 pack? Lol

Sent from my Gekko phone.
[Off-topic] Ichigo:
I know this sounds stupid, but what does long exposure mean?
[Off-topic] boborone:
6 pack

_______________________________________

"fat bottomed girls, you make this rocking world go round"
[Off-topic] veeman:
Leaving the shutter open for long period of time to let in more light when it's dark(er). But it can also be used to give certain moving objects ( like water for example) a "blurred" look.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Off-topic] yasirmujtaba:
What do you think about this.............

Directly from my 3.2 mp cam
[Off-topic] undercover:
I like it. However I'd crop it a bit so head is a bit more to the left and lower, it would lead across the pic better. Head would be a starting point and just follow the body to the tail.
[Off-topic] dexter93:
This one needs a bump :p

Cig by dimantz, on Flickr

Welcome to Athens by dimantz, on Flickr
[Off-topic] undercover:
Not sure about the first one, but I really like no2
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I like no1. with no2 you are just showing off someone else's art.
[Off-topic] dexter93:
I'll agree, although you do the same when you shoot buildings, macro, models etc.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Shut up. lol
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
This thread is going to be good for me, haven't been serious about my photography for years. Sold my dark room equipment when I was in my early twenties.Not really bothered much since

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] jumbobombo:
Sent my entry :D

Fingers crossed X

- - Greetings From India
[Off-topic] jaszek:
You now have a chance to actually move and go out shooting, with the contest. lol
[Off-topic] jaszek:
The theme has been simplified to just buildings, since not everyone will know how to do long exposures. If you already have a long exposure building taken, send that in, it still has a building. lol
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Thinking about spending $350 on a 16-50mm lens from Sony for my NEX-5N, replacing the stock 18-55mm lens. I just want something smaller in size and this one seems to be decent.

http://store.sony.com/p/Sony-Alpha-NEX-16-50mm-Retractable-Zoom-Lens/en/p/SELP1650

Also, I was wondering how do you check if the memory card is damager/bad? Right now I'm having some issues with my NEX-5N, keeps on freezing when saving an image, sometime the camera doesn't detect the memory card, errors, etc.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Trying another one is the most logical step i guess. But there must be tools to check the state of a card. Google should help. Tried reformatting?
[Off-topic] jaszek:
http://www.ehow.com/how_5758101_test-memory-cards.html

Also, remember to format the card in camera. That's where many problems come from.
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
I'll go find another memory card to try later, just reformatted using SDFormatter, full overwrite. Hopefully reformatting fixed the issue.
[Off-topic] undercover:
SDformatter is very good for that stuff from what i've heard. Use that first, if it doesn't help do as Jaszek suggested.
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Yeah, I checked via Windows Tool, no errors. Hopefully the reformatting does the job along with reformat from the camera itself. Otherwise, I might need to send in the camera to Sony and while I'm at it, tell them to fix my clicking issue :fingers-crossed:... since my camera was one of the first batch I believe.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
I've used the Windows tool in the past for sd cards, it's told me they are fine but I've had problems when using the cards in other devices.

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] jaszek:
People. Please read the rules before you send your submission.
[Off-topic] undercover:
Love these colours in that lighting.
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
That your garden tinky?

I'm your huckleberry
[Off-topic] undercover:
Yeah. You can see small part of it in the pic.
[Off-topic] husam666:
Just a random photo

Rain by dashhus1, on Flickr

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Longest exposure I can get with my phone... ISO set to 100 >.>

Driving around town by dashhus1, on Flickr
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
What app you using or is it stock

"I don’t suffer from insanity, I enjoy every minute of it"
[Off-topic] jaszek:
1-999mm Focal length. In the old days meant how far the rear glass element is from the film. now it's just the 'zoom'.

f/# = aperture, a mechanism inside the lense that closes when an exposure is taken. Used to control exposure and bokeh.

ISO ####, sensor sensitivity, similar to ASA on film.
[Off-topic] dexter93:
it has... a quite old manual focus... but really sharp :eek:
[Off-topic] dexter93:
these are all characteristics of the lenses... when i get in front of a pc i could give you some explanatory links if you want...
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Paparazzi job tomorrow. Shooting a Hockey player and a polish model go out to a restaurant. They know about it, and I'm meeting up with them so I wont have to hide and climb on trees. lol
[Off-topic] dexter93:
first (good) test shots ...

also fresh gallery :D flickr
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Added you as a contact.

ANd the paparazzi job went well. Even though I froze my ass of for almost 3 hours in the cold.

Part two tomorrow, and maybe sunday since on monday she's going back to LA.
[Off-topic] Dirk:
w00t, great shots! You'll always have something to do with your spare time now. The world is your subject! Can't wait to see more.

(Get that flickr link up in your sig!)
[Off-topic] jaszek:
And here's the BBCode I used for the colours ;-)

[B.][.COLOR="Blue"]flick[/COLOR][.COLOR="Violet"]r[/COLOR][/B]

Remove the dots. I tried to wrap it in code but it didn't work.
[Off-topic] dexter93:
Thanks jas :) will add it :)

after school I'm gonna get a friend and go to shoot photos :D

I'm so excited... He'll bring his slr & dslr too :D (he shoots too )
[Off-topic] jaszek:
I really don't like shooting with someone. If I want to stand 2 hours in one spot, I will stand in one spot for two hours. If they get pissed at me I let them leave. Also I usually end up teaching them instead of shooting.

SO paparazzi part deux today. Yesterday I shot her with her hockey player friend* and today I'm shooting just her and her female friend "shopping". Hopefully it wont be as bad as going shopping with a normal girl...since she's a model and I get paid if the shots sell. lol. You might know her sister since she's more famous. Her sister is Joanna Krupa. BTW this is her:

God that is a bad photo, look at her left eye. Can't unsee.
[Off-topic] xaccers:
Photoshop, pull up the eyebrow, clone the other eye, mirror and paste
[Off-topic] dexter93:
Attempting my first timelapse... If only I knew how to use an intervalometer....
[Off-topic] Dirk:
Use one? I've never even heard of one! :eek:
[Off-topic] xaccers:
How's this?

Reminds me, I must get Portraiture for CS5
[Off-topic] dexter93:
so my first startrail was a complete disaster..... after half an hour of shooting in the freezing night i saw that the camera had moved because of gravity and the focal length was messed up almost in every pic :mad:

and after all that i think i caught a cold :mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:
[Off-topic] Dirk:
Sigmund Freud would've have a few things to say about it! :D
[Off-topic] dexter93:
Well you still haven't posted here those artistic nude photos...... :p
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Haha good edit, but that's not my photo lol.

As for the startrails, switch to manual focus, focus to infinity pointing at the sky, AND GET A STURDY TRIPOD!!! lol.

Of course you don't have to pay over $600 for a Gitzo carbon fiber like I did lol.