Discussions - rec.photo.equipment

	Another Newbie
	Hello All...I have copied a bunch of Photography Newsgroups in on this only because of my limited time and lack of knowledge with not only Newsgroups but also Photography. Here is my scoop. I just got married yesterday (thank you) and we are preparing for our trip to Bora Bora ([link]). I do not want... more » By Saint Chris - Sep 13 2004 - 5 new of 5 messages

Which Lens?

Hello NG, I'm looking for a relatively fast zoom lens for my 10D, trying to decide between the Canon EF 70-200 f4L and the Sigma 70-200 f2.8 EX. I've found both lenses at similar prices (Canon slightly more expensive), and on paper it seems the Sigma is the way to go (as it gives you a couple of f-stops more) but wanted to hear from people who've used these lenses and... more »

By Dimitris - Sep 3 2004 - 16 new of 16 messages

75-300: Canon EF-S III USM or Tamron LD Macro?

Hello! Please help me making a choice: What should I buy for my EOS 300D? A) Canon EF-S 75-300 III USM or 2) Tamron AF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 LD Macro Autofocus ? Pro/Cons? Moreover, I'd like to add either an EF-12 or an EF-25, what difference is there between the two? Maybe they are discountinued, since I cannot find their specifications.... more »

By Andrea - Sep 3 2004 - 1 new of 1 message

	FA: Bogen Tripod & Head
	For Auction - Near Mint with Low Reserve: Bogen Manfrotto 3221WN Wilderness Black Tripod & 3030 Pan/Tilt Head [link] Thanks for looking. By Tom C. - Sep 3 2004 - 1 new of 1 message

	need heat absorbing filter info
	Can someone help me with some specific information I need concerning the heat absorbing filter used in Kodak slide projectors, or failing that, the heat absorbing filters used in enlargers? I need to know the infrared cutoff wavelength of these. I suspect that these are basicly a "low pass" filter for all UV and visual wavelengths, but... more » By Jim - Sep 2 2004 - 1 new of 1 message

	Identify pl filter
	...This is the only article in this thread View: Original Format Newsgroups: rec.photo.equipment ... I am new to the filter and lens. Hope I can get good advices here. I went to ebay and got a set of used filters for my digital camera. There is one Hoya PL lens. I doubt it is linear pl, but not sure. Does... more » By John McGraw - Aug 27 2004 - 1 new of 1 message

	Please take a look at this auction and give us your opinion
	[link] If you would like to vote in the poll which is described in the addition to the auction description, please send an email to me at rwood54...@yahoo.com and put either YES or NO in the email subject header. YES means "stop the auction". NO means "let the... more » By BW - Aug 23 2004 - 1 new of 1 message

	Second/additional lenses (and general advice) for digital rebel
	Hi everyone, I'm getting a digital rebel 300D and I'm shopping around for a second lens. I've done some light 35mm SLR work in the past, and mostly have been working on improving my framing and composition with a digital Elph S230 over the past few years ([link]). I like landscape,... more » By Peter Wang - Aug 10 2004 - 3 new of 3 messages

	Saddam Hussein Found hanging in Jail Cell
	Only you have the story. Not CNN or the wire services. By Arthur Small - Aug 9 2004 - 5 new of 5 messages

	Braun 370BVC
	I am looking for a copy of the user manual for the Braun 370BVC strobe. If any one has a line on this item I would appreciate hearing from you. delete the removeSpam bobbyremoveS...@wolfgrafx.com By Bobby - Aug 5 2004 - 1 new of 1 message