Trackside with Erik and Mike Vol. 1

[Anonymous]

Both shots are good. #2 with the vegetation along side of the train gives more depth to the whole picture. The evergreen to the left and the large tree on the right are nice frameing to the picture, and makes the train look longer in the picture.

[Anonymous]

Which lens was used for the pictures? The lens that is standard with the 300D (EF-S 18-55mm) is not very sharp. I have found that using the 'L' series of lens gives superb results. My favorite lens is the Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8 L with the Canon 100mm f2.8 Macro a close second in sharpness. The 24-70mm lens is expensive at about $1250 USD with the Macro at around $450. Both are heavy also but the difference in quality is fantastic.

[Anonymous]

I really enjoyed both pictures. I picked #1, probably because it is more like the type of shots I try to take.

[Anonymous]

Both were good, by my standards anyway. I couldn't do that well my self, and I have to photo's to prove it. Still they are good understanding the weather conditions. I know, because I went out to Marsh Siding & Byron Hill in the same cold. Good job anyways, Looking forward to next weeks fun.

Bruce

[Anonymous]

The close up was real nice. I like seeing the snow coming off the tracks and loco. Nice column, looking forward to more editions.

[Anonymous]

I liked both photos but #1 had better angle and a little better exposure.

[Anonymous]

I went with #1 since it filled the frame better but I liked the fact that there was more train in #2. I am still learning with my camera.

Question: Is it best to always use the maximum resolution?? I am still struggling with Photo Shop, printing, etc.

[overall]

I would pay $1000.00 for a camera body that would take my lenses. I had heard that digital cameras that took interchangable lenses were priced at $4000.00+. I know that there have been adapters to mate k mount leneses to other brands of camera bodies . Maybe there is a an adapter that would mate k monut lenese to the Canon rebel body? Does any body know?

Thanks,

George

[Anonymous]

Both shots were great, but 1 gives the impression of power, love your choice of railroads, I'm a big CP fan

[jgilber0]

Enough about the trains. Both shots looked good. Now, can we get some better looking hosts? You're scaring the kids. No more photos of Mike, please.

[Anonymous]

Both shots were good. Picked #1 because it showed the blowing snow a bit better.

[Anonymous]

Well, it's sure a close vote between the two! I chose Number 2. I agree that it is better composed and there seems to be more to it. You also get the feeling of anticipation of the train coming toward you. Both were very good, though.

[Bergie]

QUOTE: Originally posted by jgilber0

Enough about the trains. Both shots looked good. Now, can we get some better looking hosts? You're scaring the kids. No more photos of Mike, please.

Your check's in the mail, jgilber0. [:D]

Erik

[mikeyuhas]

QUOTE: Originally posted by jgilber0

Enough about the trains. Both shots looked good. Now, can we get some better looking hosts? You're scaring the kids. No more photos of Mike, please.

Funny, jgilber0, that's exactly what my kids said when they saw these. I do agree with you -- next time, I'll submit a photo of Bergie. But don't be surprised if he puts the kibosh on it -- Bergie can be sensitive about these things. (Someone told me he hired a hair stylist for his photo shoot.)

[nowatt]

If I could, I would have voted for the picture of Mike standing behind the evergreen tree.The framing is good as is the overall composition. The color of the snow tinged evergreen contrasts very nicely with the soft grayish background. Mike is framed in such a way that your eyes are drawn to him. The intense look of concentration on his face adds a dynamic quality to an otherwise tranquil photo.