Eric Schmitt Photography » Tools/Equipment

New PocketWizard?!

Eric — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:51:24 +0000

So PocketWizard has a teaser for a new triggering unit on their site. Rumors are flying wild with thoughts of ttl abilities like radio poppers, cheaper pocketwizards, and all sorts of other craziness. 2.16 is the release date, can’t wait to see what they have in store.

Get some head

Eric — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 20:31:06 +0000

Yep that’s right, a tripod head to be specific. Manfrotto 3047 3 way pan/tilt head with quick release. $35 + shipping. Or make an offer.

Holga

Eric — Sun, 05 Nov 2006 05:03:32 +0000

I snagged a holga. For those not in the know this is a notoriously cheap medium format camera. It’s all plastic (even the lens) is prone to light leaks, has no focusing or control over shutter speed and has two aperture settings. Why would someone like me pick up a camera like this? I’ve read a ton about them online and wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I’ve also wanted to start shooting film again and medium format specifically and this was the cheapest entry into doing that. We’ll see how it goes, I’ll post scans of my “good” shots from this thing as I get them, don’t hold your breath for anything amazing though… they’re not known for that.

New Gear

Eric — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 03:49:55 +0000

I picked up a new bag for shooting this winter. It’s a photo specific pack made by Dakine. I’ve seen nothing but great reviews about this bag from everyone who has it. So far I think it’ll be great, after picking it up and scoping out all the pockets and zippers I loaded it up and tried it on. The pack felt amazing. The previous one I’ve been riding with, my Lowe CompuTrekker AW wasn’t nearly as comfortable when moving and jumping around. Not to mention the Lowe bag has no way of carrying skis or avalanche gear. Two very important factors for my upcoming ski season. So, I’m pretty stoked on this pack and can’t wait to give it a go on the slopes, which should happen soon. I intend on giving a full review once I spend some more time with it.

D200 Arrives!!!

Eric — Thu, 09 Mar 2006 04:01:14 +0000

It’s Here!!! Four months of waiting and my D200 finally comes in, I’m very excited about this camera, 10 MegaPixel, 5 FPS, Bigger Faster Stronger, as Nikon’s marketing goes. It’s a beautiful piece of hardware and that’s why I’m featuring it in today’s PaD update. Time to sit down with the instruction manual and figure this baby out.

1-11-06

Eric — Thu, 12 Jan 2006 06:19:48 +0000

Today’s shot of my new flash, terribly exciting I know, but showing off new gear is so much fun.

1-9-06

Eric — Tue, 10 Jan 2006 04:43:16 +0000

I’ve backfilled the missing days from my PaD project, you can find those shots here. Today’s shot is of a new toy I got – a Nikon MC-36 remote for my new camera (which isn’t here yet).

Apple – Aperture – Wow

Eric — Thu, 20 Oct 2005 01:41:15 +0000

Apple today released Aperture a professional photo management, editing suite. I must say I’m very excited to get my hands on this baby. Go to www.apple.com/aperture for more info! We’ve got non-destructive editing, smart sorting/compairing, excellent color management, project management, and advanced raw workflow. Coming in November.