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azguy · 31 January 2012, 01:04 AM

Looking to buy my first real camera for some watch pics and thought I would check the "bay" for some Rolex stands to assit in my feable attempt at some high quality photography

Eeeck, those stands are expensive...may use some props around the house instead

Also, can someone recommend a compact camera that will shoot good quality macro's, not Jocke type stuff as I am a complete beginner and would like to particpate in the picture threads

wantonebad · 31 January 2012, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by azguy

Looking to buy my first real camera for some watch pics and thought I would check the "bay" for some Rolex stands to assit in my feable attempt at some high quality photography

Eeeck, those stands are expensive...may use some props around the house instead

Also, can someone recommend a compact camera that will shoot good quality macro's, not Jocke type stuff as I am a complete beginner and would like to particpate in the picture threads

Jocke's camera is a 10 year old point and shoot, his genius is in the execution, not the equipment.

Dan Pierce · 31 January 2012, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

Jocke's camera is a 10 year old point and shoot, his genius is in the execution, not the equipment.

Exactly.

Here's mine, a simple Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1
dP

azguy · 31 January 2012, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

Jocke's camera is a 10 year old point and shoot, his genius is in the execution, not the equipment.

Well, I'm in serious, serious trouble then

Thank you guys, this is the best, friendliest and most informed forum on the web

aside from a few outliers, here and there, it has been a 100% positive and expensive experince

FremStar · 1 February 2012, 12:00 PM

Hey John, you have gotten some good advice from DP and Marc, for good measure send Mike (Letsgodiving) a PM, he is super knowledgeable in photography. Just take a look at some of his posts here on TRF (http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=213671).

azguy · 1 February 2012, 12:56 PM

That link was amazing, what an incredible picture

Grissom · 1 February 2012, 01:10 PM

Consider a Canon S95......check out Amazon......a nice starter point and shoot. We have a Nikon D700, D300s, and the Canon S95, and I have found that I use what is easiest TO use, much of the time....which ends up being the S95!

Good luck with you photos........it's all about having fun!!

dbphotos · 1 February 2012, 02:07 PM

Yes, it is more about the photographer and setup than the equipment. If you are looking for a new compact camera might I suggest the new Fuji X-10? Highly recommended from several pro photographer friends of mine. I shoot Nikon full size cameras, but carry a Canon G9 (I'm not a big fan of the G11) for my walk around, but will be getting one of the new Fuji's based on trusted recommendations.

Have fun with it!

31 January 2012, 01:04 AM	#1
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Display Stands Looking to buy my first real camera for some watch pics and thought I would check the "bay" for some Rolex stands to assit in my feable attempt at some high quality photography Eeeck, those stands are expensive...may use some props around the house instead Also, can someone recommend a compact camera that will shoot good quality macro's, not Jocke type stuff as I am a complete beginner and would like to particpate in the picture threads

1 February 2012, 12:00 PM	#5
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Hey John, you have gotten some good advice from DP and Marc, for good measure send Mike (Letsgodiving) a PM, he is super knowledgeable in photography. Just take a look at some of his posts here on TRF (http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=213671). __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

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Grissom "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Nathan Location: US, Latin America Watch: GMT IIc 18K/SS Posts: 3,349	Consider a Canon S95......check out Amazon......a nice starter point and shoot. We have a Nikon D700, D300s, and the Canon S95, and I have found that I use what is easiest TO use, much of the time....which ends up being the S95! Good luck with you photos........it's all about having fun!! __________________ *(Member NAWCC since 1976)* 116713LN GMT-IIc 18k/SS (Z) + 116520 SS Daytona (M) + 16700 GMT Master (A) + 16610LV Submariner (V) + 16600 Sea Dweller (Z) + 116400 Milgauss White Dial (V) + 70330N Tudor Heritage Chronograph Grey w/Black Sub Dials (J) + 5513 Submariner Serif Dial (5.2 Mil) Who else needs an Intervention? (109 297) (137 237) (73 115) (221) (23) (56) (229) P-Club Member #5 RIP JJ Irani - TRF Legend

1 February 2012, 02:07 PM	#8
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	Yes, it is more about the photographer and setup than the equipment. If you are looking for a new compact camera might I suggest the new Fuji X-10? Highly recommended from several pro photographer friends of mine. I shoot Nikon full size cameras, but carry a Canon G9 (I'm not a big fan of the G11) for my walk around, but will be getting one of the new Fuji's based on trusted recommendations. Have fun with it! __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

1 February 2012, 12:56 PM	#6
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	That link was amazing, what an incredible picture

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