gear envy

**Alex645** · 03-31-2021, 11:59 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by btnapa

I remember when I was a snuggling student and saved up all summer to buy my Pentax MX and a "coke bottle" Sigma 39-80. Man I was in the clouds with my new camera. Now I have a mini camera store's worth of gear and do nothing with it! I guess the soul is dead!

For all except the most disciplined, having too many "tools" can create more of a sense of accomplishment collecting gear rather than the early days of having that one camera and that one lens.

Also at the dawn of our creative days, there was more inspiration because everything was a discovery, an exploration, a new experience. But even the most inspirational projects eventually become less inspirational at some point and completion always requires discipline.

One thing I've learned over time is that photographers that continue to shoot and create have the discipline to go forth and find the image. Inspiration may come in the middle or the end of the process, but they gave it a chance by having the discipline to start.

I guess it takes sweat to have soul.

btnapa · 04-01-2021, 05:01 AM

Originally posted by Alex645

I guess it takes sweat to have soul.

That is so true. It all starts with the first step.

**StiffLegged** · 04-01-2021, 05:17 AM

There are few photographers I spend time following on YouTube or any other social media, but Adam Gibbs is one of them. From this thread I have learned that he shoots panos with a 50MP GFX100 and makes HDR images from them. Thanks for a really good laugh, guys!

brewmaster15 · 04-01-2021, 12:17 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by stevebrot

The first rule of all photography in the field...

BTW, Shane (@snakebite), your posted work on Flickr is of comparable quality.

Steve

I agree 100% with Steve here Shane, Your works on Flickr are amazing. Forget gear envy, I just had a case of skill envy.

al

stevebrot · 04-01-2021, 12:49 PM

Originally posted by StiffLegged

There are few photographers I spend time following on YouTube or any other social media, but Adam Gibbs is one of them. From this thread I have learned that he shoots panos with a 50MP GFX100 and makes HDR images from them. Thanks for a really good laugh, guys!

You did not hear that from me! His photo did not need HDR due to natural conditions that are common in the rain forest on the island. As for panos...the image is a crop that would be very approachable with 24 Mpx APS-C or 24x36mm FF.

BTW...before this thread, I was unaware of Gibbs' work. I know many of the areas he shoots and think I may follow him on Flickr.

Steve

**iheiramo** · 04-01-2021, 01:05 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

You did not hear that from me! His photo did not need HDR due to natural conditions that are common in the rain forest on the island. As for panos...the image is a crop that would be very approachable with 24 Mpx APS-C or 24x36mm FF.

Steve

I said HDR, but referred to PP style regardless if it's reached by stacking shots or adjusting levels. Bad habit due to poorly named HDR tool in Capture 1. That could've been figured out from context, if not willing to jump into conclusions.

**StiffLegged** · 04-01-2021, 01:24 PM

Without quoting anyone particularly, the video of Adam Gibbs's photo shoot in Eden Grove (and another location) including the making of that image in the OP is available on YouTube. Shooting style, particular techniques used and the original raw file image as well as the finished image are on show. He also mentions which gear is used, but just enjoy the images please? He's also trying to do justice to a threatened area of old growth forest, so the photos have a purpose more than pretty pictures.

Youtu.be

stevebrot · 04-01-2021, 02:01 PM

Originally posted by StiffLegged

the video of Adam Gibbs's photo shoot in Eden Grove (and another location) including the making of that image in the OP is available on YouTube

For the impatient, skip to 12:48 for the shot in question.

Steve

**Rondec** · 04-01-2021, 02:09 PM - **3 Likes**

I wouldn't be envious. You do excellent work already. The more important thing is to try to get your photos to meet your internal vision. That's a tough thing, but certainly doesn't require a lot of expensive equipment.

This was taken with a K-5 and FA 31. It was of the Horseshoe Bend in the Ohio and I took 9 images vertically and stitched them. The end result was an image that had a high level of detail. But it wasn't the stitching or the camera, but simply that the light was right and it was a nice still morning.

snakebite · 04-01-2021, 04:02 PM

Originally posted by brewmaster15

I agree 100% with Steve here Shane, Your works on Flickr are amazing. Forget gear envy, I just had a case of skill envy.

al

I appreciate that.

wealth · 04-05-2021, 09:40 AM

Originally posted by snakebite

Which has nothing to do with the point I made. A great photographer can make a great image with a 6 megapixel camera, but it's not going to have the detail that's in this photograph.

That's absolutely correct

pkboy · 04-09-2021, 02:45 AM

Originally posted by pschlute

If I go to a restaurant and get served a superb meal, my initial reaction is not "that chef must have very good pans"

Depends on the meal. In this instance it seems to be a meal that utilises a lot of molecular gastronomy techniques and all I got is a nice griddle and an oven.

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03-31-2021, 11:59 PM - 2 Likes	#16
Alex645 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kaneohe, HI Photos: Albums Posts: 3,526	Originally posted by btnapa I remember when I was a snuggling student and saved up all summer to buy my Pentax MX and a "coke bottle" Sigma 39-80. Man I was in the clouds with my new camera. Now I have a mini camera store's worth of gear and do nothing with it! I guess the soul is dead! For all except the most disciplined, having too many "tools" can create more of a sense of accomplishment collecting gear rather than the early days of having that one camera and that one lens. Also at the dawn of our creative days, there was more inspiration because everything was a discovery, an exploration, a new experience. But even the most inspirational projects eventually become less inspirational at some point and completion always requires discipline. One thing I've learned over time is that photographers that continue to shoot and create have the discipline to go forth and find the image. Inspiration may come in the middle or the end of the process, but they gave it a chance by having the discipline to start. I guess it takes sweat to have soul.

04-01-2021, 05:01 AM	#17
btnapa Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 1,616	Originally posted by Alex645 I guess it takes sweat to have soul. That is so true. It all starts with the first step.

04-01-2021, 05:17 AM	#18
StiffLegged Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,620	There are few photographers I spend time following on YouTube or any other social media, but Adam Gibbs is one of them. From this thread I have learned that he shoots panos with a 50MP GFX100 and makes HDR images from them. Thanks for a really good laugh, guys!

04-01-2021, 12:17 PM - 1 Like	#19
brewmaster15 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,860	Originally posted by stevebrot The first rule of all photography in the field... BTW, Shane (@snakebite), your posted work on Flickr is of comparable quality. Steve I agree 100% with Steve here Shane, Your works on Flickr are amazing. Forget gear envy, I just had a case of skill envy. al

04-01-2021, 12:49 PM	#20
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by StiffLegged There are few photographers I spend time following on YouTube or any other social media, but Adam Gibbs is one of them. From this thread I have learned that he shoots panos with a 50MP GFX100 and makes HDR images from them. Thanks for a really good laugh, guys! You did not hear that from me! His photo did not need HDR due to natural conditions that are common in the rain forest on the island. As for panos...the image is a crop that would be very approachable with 24 Mpx APS-C or 24x36mm FF. BTW...before this thread, I was unaware of Gibbs' work. I know many of the areas he shoots and think I may follow him on Flickr. Steve

04-01-2021, 01:05 PM	#21
iheiramo Unoriginal Poster Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Espoo Photos: Albums Posts: 3,182	Originally posted by stevebrot You did not hear that from me! His photo did not need HDR due to natural conditions that are common in the rain forest on the island. As for panos...the image is a crop that would be very approachable with 24 Mpx APS-C or 24x36mm FF. Steve I said HDR, but referred to PP style regardless if it's reached by stacking shots or adjusting levels. Bad habit due to poorly named HDR tool in Capture 1. That could've been figured out from context, if not willing to jump into conclusions.

04-01-2021, 02:01 PM	#23
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by StiffLegged the video of Adam Gibbs's photo shoot in Eden Grove (and another location) including the making of that image in the OP is available on YouTube For the impatient, skip to 12:48 for the shot in question. Steve

04-01-2021, 02:09 PM - 3 Likes	#24
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	I wouldn't be envious. You do excellent work already. The more important thing is to try to get your photos to meet your internal vision. That's a tough thing, but certainly doesn't require a lot of expensive equipment. This was taken with a K-5 and FA 31. It was of the Horseshoe Bend in the Ohio and I took 9 images vertically and stitched them. The end result was an image that had a high level of detail. But it wasn't the stitching or the camera, but simply that the light was right and it was a nice still morning.

04-01-2021, 04:02 PM	#25
snakebite Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 46 Original Poster	Originally posted by brewmaster15 I agree 100% with Steve here Shane, Your works on Flickr are amazing. Forget gear envy, I just had a case of skill envy. al I appreciate that.

04-05-2021, 09:40 AM	#26
wealth New Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: PA Posts: 14	Originally posted by snakebite Which has nothing to do with the point I made. A great photographer can make a great image with a 6 megapixel camera, but it's not going to have the detail that's in this photograph. That's absolutely correct

04-09-2021, 02:45 AM	#27
pkboy Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Lantau Island Posts: 890	Originally posted by pschlute If I go to a restaurant and get served a superb meal, my initial reaction is not "that chef must have very good pans" Depends on the meal. In this instance it seems to be a meal that utilises a lot of molecular gastronomy techniques and all I got is a nice griddle and an oven.