A question which arose from the recent Canon Roadshow, relating to the aerial photography work of Mark Mansfield. I had hoped to speak to Mark and/or Rodger after the presentations but of course they were inundated by guests and I had to pass on the opportunity.

Mark provided some EXIF information on his photographs, and in a number of them we noticed that the shutter speed was a lot slower than we would have anticipated, often less than 1/100th of a second (on a crop frame body, using a tele-zoom lens).

A friend of mine sitting next to me who is a keen bird photographer was amazed at these slow speeds, particularly given that the resultant files were of sufficient quality to be used on glossy magazine covers. Her experience was that any shutter speed nearing 1/100th would almost certainly result in a blurred bird photograph, and more than likely a blurred animal photograph as well. Yet here were flying aircraft captured in sharp detail, despite it being a moving subject, photographed from a moving platform.

So the question is how can this best be explained?

Hi guys.

I creates a group a few days ago and it has EXPLODED in popularity. Basically it is a bunch of photographers and general bird snappers (including some members from ODP) that post our most horendous mistakes and just laugh at the fact that we are all human.

275 members joind in 4 days, almost 250 photographs and thousands of hilarious comments and it is growing rapidly.

Really if you have not had a look and do actually have a sense of humor you really are missing out.

https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/157420937765646/

Cheers,
Doug

I would like to either second shoot or become someone’s assistant on weddings. I'm not expecting any sort of payment, I am doing it solely to better myself and help out where I can, I will also work back to the photographer if needed for the help they give me.

How would one go about becoming a second shooter or assistant?
I have done a few weddings here and there as a second shooter and once as an assistant and twice as a main shooter.
I will even clean the offices be it needed just to get experience and better myself.

I am a hard worker and really committed to doing my utmost best to get things done.

Some of my equipment:
Canon 5D Mk II
20mm, 50mm, 85mm, 24-70mm
flashes, triggers and and and.

I am open 80% of weekends if not arranged before hand, if arranged I will then plan my weekend around the job.



Some of my work can be seen on www.mimeophoto.com please just note that I am still working, loading content to the new site.

Thanks

http://www.theatlantic.com/infocus/2013/05/2013-national-geographic-traveler-photo-contest/100516/

Correction: These aren't the winners, just some of the early entries. Some good ones, though.

Just thought I'd put it out there that our company has been scammed when buying a camera. Place is called Hifi Cellular and Electronics, located in PE (or so they say!). Here is their website: http://hificel.wozaonline.co.za/home. Maybe worth having a look at just to be aware.

Safe shopping, everyone :)

No... not you... your camera needs to be "old"!!

We all have some old cameras and some of us decided to give them an airing and shoot just for the fun of it!

Acclaimed and well know Photographer Joe Mc Nally is coming to town.
Joe has been photographer for Life Magazine, National Geographic and many many more publications.
He is particularly known for his creative use of light.
He is also author of numerous books like the popular Hot Shoe Dairies, The Moment in Clicks and Sketching Light
See more about the man at www.joemcnally.comThe good news is he shall be conducting workshops right here in SA.
On 25 June in Capetown and 27 June in Johannesburg

I am sometimes amazed at what people can do when under the influence. This could have ended so badly
Video Link

Anyone heard of "Africas Image Bank"?

Web here: http://www.africasimagebank.com/index.php/

They contacted me via FB and also via my web site, showing interest in especially my landscape photos for their site - basically telling me that they will sell images on my behalf.

Not sure how legit they are?

Hi everyone

My wife and I are thinking of visiting Mana Pools in Aug.
We will be traveling from the north of Zambia and were thinking about going to Etosha, but concerned that its a very long trip. Is Mana Pools a worthwhile sub or should we make the trek to Etosha?

Whats the general sentiment?
Words of wisdom from those that have been would be great if you have the time.
Where to stay?
Where are the best photographic spots?
Any other advise would be welcomed.

Thanks everyone
Regards
Peter

Hi all,
Could anyone please recommend print houses in the jhb or pta area that do good quality canvas block prints?

Thanks :)

I am looking for the chemicals for Cyanotypes. Does anyone know where I can find them in Cape town.
It's Ferric ammonium citrate (green) and Potassium ferricyanide

thanks

Im currently looking for a supplier for good canvas prints at a reasonable price, and wasn't sure so I thought Id throw this out there.

Do you have suppliers (other than ODP of course) that you feel you would like to give a special mention?
Hopefully we can share some good info, especially a canvas printer :)

So, this Saturday had me nervous as a drug smuggler in Taiwan.
The wedding was 700km away from home. Being such a small town, not a singular camera shop within driving range means I made sure I packed backup everything. I packed at least 2 of everything and headed out to the location.
The boudoir session scheduled for the morning started of well, nailing all the shots the customer requested, I was well chuffed at the progress and it was decided to take a risky shot of the bride-to-be out in the hotel hall. A quick pop outside to get the lighting set up before the bride made her appearance and POP!, lost a SB700. No worries, I've got another packed in the bag. A few shots, bang, lost the other SB700 as well, must be something in the air, but now I was stressing. The church does not allow flash photography, so that was least of my worries, but the formals and reception? First dance, speeches, oh no!!! I was about to go insane from stress.

...until we walked into the hall and was beautifully lit, bright tungsten filled the room and we were able to use my Samsung S3's built in flash pointed into a brolly for just a dash of fill light. The results were awesome and all the stress for nothing.

I guess the point of this overly long post is just to let you know that no matter how bad things seem, there is always a way if you look hard enough.

Keep strong and happy shooting

So I have advertised my Sigma 150-500 for Nikon on the site, but I'm not really the patient type.
If I was to drop the price to R6 500 for this week, would that interest any of you.
That's a R1 500 discount (if I recall), and the cheapest I've ever seen.

It would have to be cash, and also I'd like it to go to an ODP'er (call it giving back), but that's not essential.

I starting out my photography business and was searching for ways to get your bussiness out there and came to this link . Love the , give 2 bussiness cards out idea.
Its worth taking a look , hope you enjoy

Link : http://sharpmindmarketing.com/67-way...ing-your-bank/

We all favour the one or the other, but it is time to reveal the truth behind this long overdue war once and for all:

THE BATTLE