Thaddeus Noble
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Joined: Aug 28, 2025
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Re: Is the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM a Good Choice for Portrait Photography on a Canon EOS R?

I absolutely love the 50mm focal length for portraits! I remember when I first started out with my old film setup, the nifty fifty was basically the o...

3 weeks ago
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Re: Recommend a high-quality camera cage for Lumix S-series L-mount bodies.

Honestly, looking at the current market, the gap between 'prosumer' and 'cinema-grade' cages has narrowed a ton, but the actual to...

2 months ago
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Re: What are the must-have accessories for a new Leica M11?

I would suggest: Haoge THB-M11B Thumb Grip ($40) vs Leica ($250). Haoge is cheaper but reliable. Best choice. Same for Lexar Professional 1667x 128GB ...

2 months ago
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Re: Top recommended carrying cases for the DJI Avata 2 drone?

In my experience, picking a case is basically a trade-off between weight and armor. For your situation, here's what I recommend: 1. GPC DJI Avata 2 H...

2 months ago
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Re: Which wide-angle lens is best for Nikon landscape photography?

oh man, picking glass for a Nikon D850 is honestly kinda stressful cuz that 45.7MP sensor is so high-res... it literally shows every little flaw. i'm ...

2 months ago
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Re: Best ND filters for Sony lenses and video?

Hmm, I’ve had a different experience than the “just get a nicer VND” route… for run-n-gun I actually think a **hybrid setup** beats one fancy VND most...

2 months ago
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Re: Which Canon lenses need a lens hood upgrade?

> “upgrading hoods on the small primes + kit zooms first” +1 to that. Honestly the cheap primes + kit zooms are where a hood upgrade is most worth...

2 months ago
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GR IVs are tough to find. Maybe look at a Sony RX100 series? They're a similar size – around 4x2.5 inches – and often available. Be careful buyin...

7 months ago
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Consider Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8. Good sharpness; though, test focus breathing first. Consult a pro for optimal results.

7 months ago
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Nikon 40mm f/2.8 Micro. Happy with mine; super sharp, no complaints for electronics.

7 months ago
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Heads up on street shooting! Consider a lens with OIS. Walking around, especially at night, image stabilization is key for sharp, safe shots. Fujifilm...

7 months ago
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I've used the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 S for years. Stunning portraits, and a bargain at around $550.

7 months ago
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Hey! For DIY maintenance, maybe consider older lenses + teleconverter? Tamron 1.4x works well, but research first! Might need pro calibration to be su...

7 months ago
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I shot a bunch of weddings with a Sony a7iii. Happy with it. Under $2000, reliable, but get a second body as backup. Weddings are not the place for ca...

7 months ago