Here’s my first attempt at a DIY Spider Trax Dolly.
Total spent: $21
Parts:
Skateboard (wheels and trucks)
1) 10″ x 8″ 1/4″ plywood
1) 3/8 1″ bolt
1) 3/8th nut
2) 3/8 2 1/2″ bolt
2) 3/8 wingnut
10) washers
DIY Spider Trax Dolly
October 30, 2010 By 2 Comments
Lens Mug
September 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
After being back ordered for a month, my lens mug finally arrived today.
It is a mug that is looks exactly like the Canon L series 24-105mm lens.
Can you picture yourself sipping from this mug? If you’re a photographer either amateur or pro, this little mug will give you some serioyus geek cred.
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App Update: Apple’s Remote App
September 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Yesterday Apple released an update to their remote app (v2.0 that includes support for the iPhone 4′s retina display. As well as iPad and shared library support.
I’ve been playing with the app for a few hours today. And all I can say is it’s WOW. I’ve been a huge fan of the app since I purchased my Apple TV last year, but this takes the experience to a whole new level. Check out the pictures below. Not too shabby for a free app, if you own an iPhone, iPod Touch, or better yet, an iPad.
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What’s in my bag
September 18, 2010 By 1 Comment
In this video I go over the contents of my photography bag. I am no pro, just an amateur enthusiast who has a love for photography.
Don’t let your tech, getch dizzy……Lata..
Doug
Unboxing: LCD View Finder
August 25, 2010 By 2 Comments
When shooting video with an HD DSLR, you have to hold the camera out in front of you and use the cameras LCD as the view finder. Which happens to be one of the least stable ways to hold the camera. You can’t bring the camera up to your face to stabilize it like you can when taking pictures. You have to use the view finder as the mirror locks up exposing the censor when shooting video much as it does for liveview photography. And that blacks out or obstructs the view finder.
Apart from that, you have to keep your subject in focus, even outdoors. And this is where the LCDVF comes in handy.
What does the VCDVF do?
LCD ViewFinder turns your HD DSLR LCD screen into a huge electronic viewfinder for precise image evaluation – it’s like viewing a 42″ screen from 140cm (4.6 feet).
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What you need to know about HD DSLR for video
August 25, 2010 By 3 Comments
Since the Nikon D90 was released in 2008, HD capable DSLR cameras or HD DSLR’s have been all the rage. Many people who owned previous DSLR’s for still photography have upgraded or added HD DSLR’s to their repertoire. Cinematographers are also using them. In some instances, these beauties have even been used for exclusively for Hollywood productions.
But what makes them so attractive over conventional camcorders?
For many it’s the ability to shoot video with a shallow depth of field. For others, it’s a convenience of having the advantages of a DSLR for stills and also for video. For many, it’s about the glass (lenses). Or perhaps it’s the low light shooting ability? Whatever the case may be for you. It’s important to know what the strengths of these beauties are, as well as the disadvantages. For some. The honeymoon will last for years to come. Others may be seeking an annulment rather quickly.
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How I transport my media and iPad camera connection kit
August 20, 2010 By 2 Comments
A couple of years ago, I won this awesome memory card wallet from CameraTown. I’ve since used it to hold my memory cards, since as it’s great for storing as well as transporting my flash media.
A couple weeks ago, I finally got my Apple iPad camera connection kit. And one morning, it came to me to test the fit to see if my camera kit components would fit. Sure enough. They fit perfectly. This adored memory card holder has now been assigned double duty. Holding my media for my cameras, and my iPad camera connection kit.
So there you have it. If you’ve been looking for s way to transport your iPad connection kit, just get yourself a ThinkTank memory card wallet.
Thanks again, CameraTown….
-Doug
Magic Trackpad First Impressions
August 14, 2010 By 1 Comment
I don’t think it’s possible to mention the Magic Trackpad without mentioning the glass multi-touch trackpad on the current generation of MacBooks from Apple.
The Apple Magic Trackpad is exactly that. A larger version of the glass multi-touch trackpad.
When this product was announced by Apple, I thought it was a cool product, as I have a very high regard for the trackpads. For several years, I’ve said they are the best available in any notebook computers. But, Initially, I didn’t see myself purchasing one as I was content with my current setup.
As I continued to think about it and hear from my peers, I decided to order one. It began to make since to me because I am such a fan of the trackpad on my MacBook Pro, and the majority of the time it’s docked in my office. The Magic Trackpad gives me the exact same experience whether I am docked using an external keyboard and mouse. Or sitting with my MBP on my lap.
So far…its been a great experience with the device. And I highly recommend it.
For me….It has replaced the Magic Mouse. A device that I have a love hate relationship with.
- Doug
