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#351897 - 03/20/08 12:10 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: DLC]
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Weird that they dropped support on their own camera.<br><br>I wonder if Adobe's DNG converter will work with it? Download it and give it a try. Here is what it is:<br><br>Adobe DNG Converter and Camera RAW is a free utility that converts files from more than 75 cameras to Digital Negative (DNG), enables you to easily convert camera-specific raw files to a more universal DNG RAW file.<br><br><br>Hmm, not sure if that'll work. Aperture should work. Hit me up if you need help with it. <br><br>my photos
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#351898 - 03/20/08 12:32 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: DLC]
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I leave the RAW format to the pros; prefer to shoot JPEG with my G2. Unless you're selling prints or are THAT fussy about your images, RAW is unnecessary. my2sense<br><br>I'll be looking to upgrade my camera soon, as the battery is pretty well finished and a replacement just doesn't seem worth it for such "old" technology.<br><br>- alec -
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#351899 - 03/20/08 12:41 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: Mississauga]
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I use RAW for several reasons, even when I'm just shooting "snapshots" of say my son's birthday party. What really helps is if the picture is too dark, I can lighten it up a LOT when it's a RAW file vs a JPEG, which can't without losing something.<br><br>my photos
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#351900 - 03/20/08 01:46 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: OSXaddict]
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I use JPEG and, yes, you're limited in the amount of tweaking you can do without losing quality. I'm not anywhere near a professional photog, so it works fine for my purposes.<br><br>
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#351901 - 03/20/08 02:13 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: OSXaddict]
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Because of my past experience as a professional photographer, I'm likely more aware of lighting conditions than many and adjust accordingly. I try to avoid using the camera's "AUTO" function, preferring to shoot in either aperture or shutter speed priority and "tweak" the exposure levels in-camera.<br><br>Of course, there are times when I'm lazy or in a hurry, and shoot AUTO 'cause it's easy. <br><br>But you have a solid point about RAW files; starting with more data lets you produce the best available end result.<br><br>- alec -
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#351902 - 03/20/08 03:05 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: DLC]
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I can now confirm the G2's RAW format will open with Photoshop CS3, but not any other application I have. This is the first time I've tested RAW files and can now see the difference, when zoomed in to the extreme. But I'll reiterate; the use of RAW will likely be beneficial to only those with a very keen eye. The advent of "cheap" digital cameras has set the bar for quality at a moderately low point, which the average consumer has been forced to adopt.<br><br>I'm left wondering if Apple were to support the RAW format for its iPhoto online ordering, would we see an appreciable difference in the final product? I have a feeling the answer is yes.<br><br>- alec -
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#351903 - 03/20/08 04:30 PM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: Mississauga]
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<blockquote><font size=1>In reply to:</font><hr><p>The advent of "cheap" digital cameras has set the bar for quality at a moderately low point, which the average consumer has been forced to adopt.<p><hr></blockquote><p>And that, IMHO, is an understatement! <br><br>Old farts, the hidden caulk of civilization. Jim Atkinson<br><br>
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#351904 - 03/21/08 01:35 AM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: Mississauga]
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"I leave the RAW format to the pros; prefer to shoot JPEG with my G2"<br><br>Yeah I'm with you Mississagua... I think I accidently changed it... it's a self inflicted wound <br><br>FUBAR'd myself !! <br><br>David (OFI)<br><br>PS..."I'll be looking to upgrade my camera soon, as the battery is pretty well finished and a replacement just doesn't seem worth it for such "old" technology."<br><br>yeah measley 4 Mpixels... how archaic !! <br><br>How go you like the looks of the G9?
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#351905 - 03/21/08 03:01 AM Re: iPhoto- Camera problem [Re: DLC]
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The G9 looks like a winner and reviews are very good, but for my meager needs, something cheaper will likely suffice.<br><br>- alec -
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#351906 - 03/23/08 09:28 PM UpDate [Re: DLC]
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Aperture didn't work... like iPhoto only supports Canons back to the G5!<br><br>I emailed Canon and they're supposed to send me a disk with a program.<br>I hope that works.<br><br>David (OFI)
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