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Jim: 5 Things I Learned This Week
- Difference last trip to this one. WAY better pictures.
- The AF on the Sony A6300 is not as fast as the Fuji XPro2. X Pro 2 has better autofocus than a DSLR. First mirrorless camera that has even come CLOSE to that. Testing with kids.
- The Fuji 10-24 is the bane of my existence. Not on lens roadmap. Blow drying in hotel.
- SOOOO many landscapes are missing the “soul” of the shot. Include a person, a boat, a cactus, a rock, whatever.
- A wet lens ruined two of my favorite compositions
Nick:
Slowing down, and getting accustomed to more time for the shot
Less is more.. I only used two lenses
Pack your coat in your carryon
Nick : Why every photographer should visit iceland at least once
- The light
- The light lasts forever this time of year.. Forget about golden hour.. Its more like golden three hour, and the sunsets last forever giving you more time for compositions
- The sky is always changing.. Sometimes for the better, sometimes to crush your hopes but it keeps you on your toes and is fun to shoot in.
- The people
- Everyone speaks english and is very friendly and helpful, they are used to dealing with lost americans
- The subjects
- The island is just packed with photogenic mountain peaks, glaciers, icebergs and even raindier
Doodads of the Week!
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- Jim: THINGUMA
- Nick: Canon 70-300mm L for Landscape photographers
Love listening! Iceland is on my list now!
Just wondering. As Nick was experiencing water mist during waterfall shoots. Would using a UV filter with RainX on it help? (Would never put RainX on main lense). Might help keep lense Clear. What do you think?
Thank you for another great round table.
I understand your love of Iceland. My wife is Icelandic so I’ve visited many times. BUT don’t forget Sweden. We have some spectacular scenery here that is just as fantastic to photograph. We also have the “white nights” like Iceland where dusk can last for hours. Try Sarek National Park http://sverigesnationalparker.se/en/choose-park—list/sarek-national-park/
Loved hearing about your Iceland adventure!
Great podcast Jim and Nick.
Jim, I am glad you talked about scale because the people in your images was the first thing I noticed
Love the talk about composition in this episode. It makes concrete something that I couldn’t put my finger on!
Love of of the IP podcasts, and listen to them religiously. I’ve learned so much, and can’t wait to try out your recommendations.
I really enjoyed this podcast. i was jealous that I wasn’t in Iceland with you again. 🙁
I’ve been listening to you guy for a year now, keep up the great work!
Thanks for the entertaining and informative podcast. I’m glad the conditions cooperated for your trip to Iceland.
Love all the podcasts. You and your minions have inspired me to learn Photography instead of just taking pictures. Keep up the awesome flow of info.
In a very early podcast you mentioned that you sit your camera on the floor of the car in fear that it may fly off the seat and that it could be difficult to reach.
May I suggest a pet booster seat for your car. These have side walls and buckle in, some even have drawers for gear. You can also sew elastic straps in to hold down your camera.
Hope this helps.
Best regards to you, your family and crew and to all you care about,
Tommy V
Great podcast. I need to look at that lens!
Signe me up for the THINGUMA!
As always, great podcast. Thanks for offering prizes! Keep the listeners are their toes.
Hey Jim, I would check your X-Pro2 for the turn off turn on problem. I have had the X-T1 with the 10-24mm since they came out and never had a problem even shooting in the rain. I got the X-Pro2 and used it for 2 weeks but had to return it because of it having that turn off turn on problem with almost every lens I have. I. Have also used the 10-24 with the X-T10 and have had no problems. If you do some searching you will see more X-Pro2 users having the same problem.
Dominick
Great episode guys, thanks for your great content! Jim, look into the Fuji XF 16mm f1.4 R WR. No more moisture issues 🙂
Just added Island to my photography bucket list. Inspirational podcast – thanks.
Thanks for the tips! Iceland is on my list.