Monday, 31 May 2004
To flash or not to flash?
There has been a lot of discussion on the use of flash to light nature subjects; some say it's perfectly fine while others counter it. We have found an interesting article that has given us an educated answer, we hope you'll find it useful too.
Friday, 28 May 2004
Nikkor 200 mm F2.0 AF-S VR lens
Nikon today announced the new 200 mm F2.0 AF-S VR G lens, a very fast prime telephoto lens with Vibration Reduction capability when the light gets low. This promises to be a very interesting and very sharp lens which will provide photographers with some great possibilities for shots with very nice soft bokeh. In addition Nikon also announced a new teleconverter, the TC-17EII 1.7x. Combined with the TC-17EII 1.7x teleconverter this lens becomes a 340 mm F3.3. Find out more here.
Thursday, 27 May 2004
iView MediaPro 2.5.1
Our favourite Digital media management software; iView MediaPro has just been updated to version 2.5.1.
Wednesday, 26 May 2004
Eye-One Photo
Serious Digital photographer who print their own prints using inkjet printer should take a serious look at the Eye-One Photo colour management solution. Using the Eye-One Pro color measuring device and its accompanying software to calibrate your monitor and printer will ensure that you get a consistent color reproduction from display to output everytime. The kit don't come cheap, but it is a good investment if you want the correct colour everytime you print. Check it out now!
Are you a Gear Junkie?
We'll have to admit it, we're all gear junkies in one way or another when it comes to photography. We often go afield with a bag-load of photographic equipment only to realize that we don't need most of the stuff we've brought along. Take a look at this article and see whether this is true for you.
Saturday, 22 May 2004
Calibrating Camera Raw in Photoshop CS
The latest Bruce Fraser's column on creativepro.com is on "Out of Gamut", the articledetails a straightforward method for calibrating Photoshop's Camera Raw plug-in to the particular color rendition characteristics of an individual camera. Do check it out and see whether his tips will help you improve your Digital imaging workflow.
Monday, 17 May 2004
iView MediaPro 2.5
iView MediaPro is our favourite Digital image management and cataloging application. It has just been updated to version 2.5 and features an improved user interface, enhanced folder and file management.
Sunday, 16 May 2004
RRS Single integrated multi-purpose rail and mini-clamp
Really Right Stuff has once again released a new piece of equpment that will help photographers create better photo. The new low profile MPR-CL combines a 6" multi-purpose rail (modified long lens plate) and mini-clamp into an elegant slider for camera bodies. This slider is the perfect solution for providing fore-aft motion for camera bodies when shooting panoramas and in Fred's opinion, Macro too!
Saturday, 15 May 2004
Game addiction
Been addicted to a game recently. It is called Insaniquarium, requires you to maintain a full tank of fish while fending off evil aliens! Visit http://www.popcap.com to play!
Warning! Do not attempt this while you have got important things to do! ;P
Since I started to play games, it makes me want to rush back and start my Diablo craze again. Hee Hee.
And this is my favourite character! Never lets me down all the time! Who said brains were important! Haha! ;)
Friday, 14 May 2004
Bags bags bags!
Sigh.. been choosing camera bags lately... what is it with girls and bags? :( Which one do YOU prefer?
- Lowepro Nature Trekker AW II
- KinesisGear [L311] Compact Long Lens Case 300
Monday, 10 May 2004
Our Sunday
Our Sunday began very early in the morning. After meeting up with our friend, we left for our weekly dose of nature photography!
Yesterday was a great day! :-) We observed the habits of the Blue-Throated Bee-eaters for the entire morning. Yes, we will post the pictures as soon as we get to processing them! The Bee-eaters were doing their usual "neck-cranking" exercises and were busy "tracking" their juicy prey! It was an amazing sight! Keke.
We went for a short lunch break, only to go shooting again. This time, we were greeted by some of our "old" friends. A pair of Black Shouldered kites on their usual perch, ignorant to our presence and just sun bathing. Oh did we tell you, the weather on Sunday was HOT! ;-)
A White-Bellied Sea Eagle hovered low with something in its talon. Try as we may, we just could not beat the speed of its very powerful wings!
Our bird of-the-day was a Large-tailed NightJar! It caught us out of the blue! We decided to stop for a break and before moving off, our friend managed to spot the Nightjar just at his door! It was simply adorable. Nightjars are nocturnal, hence it was oblivious to us as we snapped away. When it moved, it didn't just get up and start walking. Instead, it ROCKED its way to where it wanted to go! When it got tired, it flew. The wing patterns on the Nightjar are beautiful! Just like a minature owl!
When it was evening, we were too greeted with many familiar friends.
A lone low flying Black Kite. It was really fast! We were surprised at their call. It was a gentle and coarse "mew". Just like a cat. Here, they presented themselves. A pair of Brahminy kites. We also had a family of Dollar birds on a nearby tree. It was our first time spotting a juvenile Dollar bird. It looked just like a Mynah, with its dull black coat. A big difference from its parents with their shiny dark blue coat. It was a day to remember! And both of us were glad to have spent the day with each other! :-)
Never EVER forgetting of course, our dear friend, Peng Eik. Whose patience, kindness and humour made our day complete. Thank you!