Win a Pentax Limited Lens: Raffle Now Live!

Panorama to be printed at Staples · 02:12 PM

[IMG]

[/IMG]
I'm going to Staples tonight to have a Panoramic picture made to see how it prints out.I'll probably want the height to be around 10" which would make the length somewhere around 48" The pano was made from 4 shots taken at 190mm and "autostich" was used.The pic that I'm taking to Staples is 75.73 mb and it measures 23000x4000.The other shot for perspective is a single shot of Rte 1 taken at 55mm.I hope that I have all the bases covered and would appreciate any comments or suggestions before I head out tonight.--charliezap
Name: 012con1.jpg
Views: 940
Size: 167.9 KB

Name: 012con1.jpg
Views: 940
Size: 167.9 KB

**luftfluss** · 08-15-2011, 02:21 PM

I'm not seeing anything that stands out which would prevent a good print from being made.

Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA...

**LaurenOE** · 08-15-2011, 02:28 PM

My comment would be "why"?
The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it?
Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy?

charliezap · 08-15-2011, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by luftfluss

I'm not seeing anything that stands out which would prevent a good print from being made.

Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA...

When I look at the pano shot in PSP and magnify the shot in different areas it does look darn good so I'm hoping that it will print out nicely.It's going to cost about $30 which isn't too bad since they charge $7.95 per sq. ft.--charliezap

**luftfluss** · 08-15-2011, 02:50 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

My comment would be "why"?
The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it?
Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy?

Apparently, you have no appreciation of the beauty of northeast traffic!

Seriously, though, the shot might not be "pretty", but I guarantee that if Charlie hangs that in a place that is well-trafficked (pun intended!) people will stop to look at it. And, IMHO, that's easily worth $30.

charliezap · 08-15-2011, 02:52 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

My comment would be "why"?
The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it?
Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy?

A friend of mine is the manager at Papa Ginos in the shot and it works out for me--"pizzas for pictures"

and mainly I'm interested to see how all the details like signage comes out as far as IQ is concerned.--charliezap

**Bob Harris** · 08-15-2011, 02:52 PM

Charlie, do you know of a company that prints pano photos so that they could be put into a photo book? We will be in Colorado next month and I thought about a panorama of the Rocky Mountains and areas that have green in them. thanks Bob

charliezap · 08-15-2011, 02:58 PM

Originally posted by Bob Harris

Charlie, do you know of a company that prints pano photos so that they could be put into a photo book? We will be in Colorado next month and I thought about a panorama of the Rocky Mountains and areas that have green in them. thanks Bob

How big are we talking Bob?

**Bob Harris** · 08-15-2011, 03:03 PM

Originally posted by charliezap

How big are we talking Bob?

Not really sure, but I would guess 4"x12" or so.

charliezap · 08-15-2011, 03:33 PM

Originally posted by Bob Harris

Not really sure, but I would guess 4"x12" or so.

I've only immersed myself in panos since last week and I'm learning more each day.So far I know that Staples can print them out and I believe Ritz can do them.Anyone else have a suggestion for Bob?--charliezap

charliezap · 08-15-2011, 07:27 PM

I just picked up the pano from Staples and it blew me away.It is 10" by 54" and you can read all the signs.The detail is incredible.The tech says there is resolution to burn.

They make at Staples a vinyl photo 2'x5' with brass grommets at the corners for $69.My pic was $30 and I'm confident that If I had one made at 24" vertical by who knows how long that the quality would be right there.The k5 keeps on impressing me.--charliezap

**LaurenOE** · 08-15-2011, 07:43 PM

Cool.

charliezap · 08-16-2011, 03:05 AM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Cool.

Now that I know what to expect my next pano print will be special.

--charliezap

**Sailor** · 08-16-2011, 07:33 AM

A neat idea, Capn - I like "slice of life" photos and don't recall one as a pano.

Jer

**Sailor** · 08-16-2011, 07:35 AM

Originally posted by luftfluss

Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA...

An astute observation - something I've noticed about certain highways myself, but never put into a concrete thought. US 41 is such a road.

Jer

charliezap
	View full profile
	Contact via private message
	Find other posts by charliezap
	Find threads started by charliezap
	Find threads in which charliezap has posted

08-15-2011, 07:27 PM	#11
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	I just picked up the pano from Staples and it blew me away.It is 10" by 54" and you can read all the signs.The detail is incredible.The tech says there is resolution to burn.They make at Staples a vinyl photo 2'x5' with brass grommets at the corners for $69.My pic was $30 and I'm confident that If I had one made at 24" vertical by who knows how long that the quality would be right there.The k5 keeps on impressing me.--charliezap Last edited by charliezap; 08-15-2011 at 07:28 PM. Reason: spelling

08-16-2011, 03:05 AM	#13
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	Originally posted by LaurenOE Cool. Now that I know what to expect my next pano print will be special.--charliezap

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
@ Staples on Sunday.	Ed n Georgia	General Talk	14	03-28-2011 10:05 PM
I have been request a printed portfolio - help needed	netuser	Photographic Industry and Professionals	7	03-05-2010 11:24 AM
Which shot should be printed?	bwield	Post Your Photos!	14	10-07-2008 01:15 PM
Help with printed photos	Mr Hyde	Photographic Technique	3	02-23-2008 07:38 AM

08-15-2011, 02:21 PM	#2
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,628	I'm not seeing anything that stands out which would prevent a good print from being made. Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA...

08-15-2011, 02:28 PM	#3
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	My comment would be "why"? The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it? Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy?

08-15-2011, 02:33 PM	#4
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	Originally posted by luftfluss I'm not seeing anything that stands out which would prevent a good print from being made. Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA... When I look at the pano shot in PSP and magnify the shot in different areas it does look darn good so I'm hoping that it will print out nicely.It's going to cost about $30 which isn't too bad since they charge $7.95 per sq. ft.--charliezap

08-15-2011, 02:50 PM	#5
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,628	Originally posted by LaurenOE My comment would be "why"? The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it? Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy? Apparently, you have no appreciation of the beauty of northeast traffic! Seriously, though, the shot might not be "pretty", but I guarantee that if Charlie hangs that in a place that is well-trafficked (pun intended!) people will stop to look at it. And, IMHO, that's easily worth $30.

08-15-2011, 02:52 PM	#6
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	Originally posted by LaurenOE My comment would be "why"? The size of the print won't be cheap - or will it? Why not do something more "Panoramic" worthy? A friend of mine is the manager at Papa Ginos in the shot and it works out for me--"pizzas for pictures" and mainly I'm interested to see how all the details like signage comes out as far as IQ is concerned.--charliezap

08-15-2011, 02:52 PM	#7
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477	Charlie, do you know of a company that prints pano photos so that they could be put into a photo book? We will be in Colorado next month and I thought about a panorama of the Rocky Mountains and areas that have green in them. thanks Bob

08-15-2011, 02:58 PM	#8
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	Originally posted by Bob Harris Charlie, do you know of a company that prints pano photos so that they could be put into a photo book? We will be in Colorado next month and I thought about a panorama of the Rocky Mountains and areas that have green in them. thanks Bob How big are we talking Bob?

08-15-2011, 03:03 PM	#9
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477	Originally posted by charliezap How big are we talking Bob? Not really sure, but I would guess 4"x12" or so.

08-15-2011, 03:33 PM	#10
charliezap Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: saugus ma Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,686 Original Poster	Originally posted by Bob Harris Not really sure, but I would guess 4"x12" or so. I've only immersed myself in panos since last week and I'm learning more each day.So far I know that Staples can print them out and I believe Ritz can do them.Anyone else have a suggestion for Bob?--charliezap

08-15-2011, 07:43 PM	#12
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Cool.

08-16-2011, 07:33 AM	#14
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,203	A neat idea, Capn - I like "slice of life" photos and don't recall one as a pano. Jer

08-16-2011, 07:35 AM	#15
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,203	Originally posted by luftfluss Oddly, though, when I first looked at your pic, I thought, "dang, that looks like Rt. 1!"... which it is, of course, but you're in MA and I'm in NJ, and I've never been to MA... An astute observation - something I've noticed about certain highways myself, but never put into a concrete thought. US 41 is such a road. Jer

Landscape Panorama to be printed at Staples

Win a Pentax Limited Lens: Raffle Now Live!