Recent content by alcal

I took up the discounted offer (from £400 down to £40) for the Institute of Photography Diploma course ,15 sections with assignment feed back from each one (if you submit pics its your choice) and I final exam submission of three pics. Its E learning all done at your own speed on the...

Hi tks for the reply so the largest one I see is this (on that site): http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HITECH-FILTER-MODULAR-HOLDER-WIDE-ANGLE-100x150mm-KITw-77mm-w-a-SOFT-ND-GRAD-SET-/271245360986?pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_CameraAccessories_CameraLensesFilters_JN&hash=item3f277bbf5a Price is shooting...

Hi Looking at buying a set of filters ,i have read up and down the forums and hope ive come up with an informed decission for a mid range(quality) starter kit, for my 6d: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251188255205?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 Advise/thoughts welcome...

I don't think I have a choice the Raynox doesn't fit the EF lens if i`ve read it correctly,thanks though makes sense. AL

Ok guys thankyou for your input so far . The 24-70 also has a 0.7 macro function inbuilt how would this effect the set up.? Cheers AL

Hi folks Ive been really taken by the Macro section as i`ve always been fascinated with pictures of insects. Like the idea of the Raynox DCR-250 Macro/Close-Up Lens Attachment to add to my Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 L IS USM Lens , was also looking at a 4 way rail and a ring light , but unsure...

Thanks Phil It is the 24-70, as I can only afford one above water lens I picked this one because of the macro option. Camera is still in the post but I will take a good look at the Canon software before looking at the other recommendations on this thread. Cheers Alan

Sorry Phil Im just nervous of forums and my ability`s and looking a fool thats why i started in the basic room :( ive thought about what u said and on the back of that im enrolling for this: Digital Photography Online Training Course Institute of Photography. My new camera is a Canon 6D...

I thought this was the basics room,that last post pretty well put an end to this post for me I think I will just carry on studying for a while in the background. Bit sharp/harsh for my tastes. Alan

Hi Up until now i have shot and photo shopped JPG only even though my little camera (canon S90 ) can take RAW images as well :shake: My question is as i am upgrading my camera and looking to take better pictures and give more time to post processing , what are the best programmes to have...

Hi folks My name is Alan Sheward and im in Birmingham UK , i`m 55 years old and wanting to take my photography more seriously. Ive just orderd a Canon D6 and Canon EF 24-70mm f4 L IS USM Lens as my above water equipment , i am already an underwater photographer and am saving for the...