Recent content by Smoot

Out of interest, where do you guys get your glass? Online or local dealers?

I agree with Graham above, exactly what I did when not using paper, you can even put little eyelets in teh side and then bungee rope around your stands to keep it nice and taught - if you are having trouble clamping :) Rich

Just a suggestion but have you considered one of those external memory devices? I don't know its exact name, but it has a CF slot at the top - you plug your card in, press download and it backs it up, comes in 80-160g versions or roundabout I think. Small and portable. Rich

I was walking through Sheffield city last year looking for some nice architectural shots and just happened to have the 70-200 on. Some middle aged man came up beside me with his compact, held it out in front taking a shot looking at the back LCD screen quickly, and then walked back a few paces...

The story is quite tragic, the comments are funny though :) Rich

I saw Green Day live @Wembley on the 19th June last year. It was a truly awesome show and I would go again to see them in a heartbeat. I would love to see RATM live if I had the chance. Rich

Haven't wrecked any lenses yet (touch wood) Any need for 5 smilies? I'm just stating my opinion that I like the protection (of whatever level you do/don't believe it offers) Again, the point is moot so I don't see any reason to continue discussing it with all this animosity. Let's...

We both have our own opinions, i'm sure we can just agree to disagree. Hope that good luck you have never fades though . :) Rich

I'm not advocating that a UV filter will offer ultimate protection, I merely stated it may prevent accidental damage. The whole point is completely moot anyway since it will most likely boil down to personal preference, however I know there have been many times I have been glad that I have a...