jotloob
Subscriber Member
Don't be shy , we all have our weak points . :deadhorse:
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Too many gear to choose from but DON"T WANT TO SELL
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Kolor-Pikker
Member
Good to see no one's got a gear problem here!
^ Beat this guy and then we'll see.
^ Beat this guy and then we'll see.
GrahamWelland
Subscriber & Workshop Member
Pah ... that's nothing! I have several friends (including a couple here on GetDPI) who could easily put that small collection to shame :grin: (and I don't mean me btw).Good to see no one's got a gear problem here!
^ Beat this guy and then we'll see.
Kolor-Pikker
Member
The bait's been taken! Pics or it didn't happen. :watch:
I keep as much stuff as I need / want.
But I am a working professional and for some jobs I need/want certain capabilities on hand to get the job done in the best way I can within my means.
There is no perfect camera. Well, at least not yet. Would be cool to have a Canon 1MF, with a large sensor (40x50mm), 80MP with low noise and exposures up to a few hours. Full set of tilt shift lenses with tripod mounts and 100mm image circles. But also be able to use the Canon EF lenses using only the 24x36mm center part of the sensor. And while I am at it why not a 15-200mm f2 IS distortion free and lightweight lens.
Now seriously, its a give and take.
I have purchased gear, used it then determine I want something else. Also, your photography is not static, it might change and you might go one way and then your gear priorities change accordingly.
I generally first think and know what I want the images to be, then I look for the tools that help me get there.
But, its not always so linear, sometimes there are some good surprises, if you dont try, you never know :thumbup:
Bill Caulfeild-Browne
Well-known member
Ken R, you're just not a true gear slut. You are (shudder!) reasonable.
Personally, I feel an obligation to contribute to the world economy by supporting camera manufacturers. Think of the terrible pain of unemployment, hunger, broken families, alcoholism, even deaths, that would ensue if we all didn't buy gear.
It's the humanitarian thing to do.
Personally, I feel an obligation to contribute to the world economy by supporting camera manufacturers. Think of the terrible pain of unemployment, hunger, broken families, alcoholism, even deaths, that would ensue if we all didn't buy gear.
It's the humanitarian thing to do.
alajuela
Active member
For the same noble reasons I am thinking about making an additional donation as I write this. :salute:
I think I have made my share of donations 
But looking at my gear drawers, boxes and cases I have quite a bit of stuff. Its just that most of it is lighting and grip related (profoto, chimera, photoflex etc). I have many stands and adapters to mount stuff on stuff for stuff. Its insane. I am guilty of hoarding but honest to god I need every piece. Not all the time but when the need arises I know its there
But looking at my gear drawers, boxes and cases I have quite a bit of stuff. Its just that most of it is lighting and grip related (profoto, chimera, photoflex etc). I have many stands and adapters to mount stuff on stuff for stuff. Its insane. I am guilty of hoarding but honest to god I need every piece. Not all the time but when the need arises I know its there
Ok, but Graham actually carries all of his systems on his body simultaneously
Steve
GrahamWelland
Subscriber & Workshop Member
You know it ... and I think you've seen itOk, but Graham actually carries all of his systems on his body simultaneously
Steve
jotloob
Subscriber Member
Don't we always find good reasons and exuses to justify the buy of more , better and even more expensive gear ? ? ?
But these reasons are the "best" I have ever heard of .
I am going to check my account right now if I can afford to buy an ALPA FPS + IQ260 .:toocool:
looking to buy some of my sold gear again
Kolor-Pikker
Member
Wait!? So this is Graham - ?Ok, but Graham actually carries all of his systems on his body simultaneously
Steve
jotloob
Subscriber Member
:ROTFL::ROTFL::ROTFL: The physiotherapist is looking forward to see him.Wait!? So this is Graham - ?
bensonga
Well-known member
Yikes! Me too.....and I can't remember the last time I used one of the six 4x5 cameras I own now.
This thread is great....reading about the extensive gear collections of my fellow GetDPI members, I know I'm in good company.
Gary
Even though I still buy some new gear here and then my overall tendency is to sell more than I buy.
I still also own and use 5 systems (rx100,OMD,5d,Leica M and S) The x100 is the one I use not much. There is overlap between the 5d and the S but the S still beats in terms of IQ and the 5d for fast continuous AF and using zooms. The OMD is the one for bad weather family tours on the bike.
And the M9 is the one which comes close in IQ to the S and is still portable and good for travel and vacation.
I thought about getting out of the S/MF several times but I love the IQ and the large viewfinder. So I will stay in as long as I can afford it.
For the DSLR Kit I have reduced the number of lenses. Now mainly use 2470 and 70200 and 50/1.2.
I still also own and use 5 systems (rx100,OMD,5d,Leica M and S) The x100 is the one I use not much. There is overlap between the 5d and the S but the S still beats in terms of IQ and the 5d for fast continuous AF and using zooms. The OMD is the one for bad weather family tours on the bike.
And the M9 is the one which comes close in IQ to the S and is still portable and good for travel and vacation.
I thought about getting out of the S/MF several times but I love the IQ and the large viewfinder. So I will stay in as long as I can afford it.
For the DSLR Kit I have reduced the number of lenses. Now mainly use 2470 and 70200 and 50/1.2.
Guy Mancuso
Administrator, Instructor
Bill I use that line on my wife and the baseball bat still comes out to play. ROTFLMAO
It was good practice trying it on us though but we are not falling for it since I think we all have used that line once or twice ourselves.
Be well my friend and you keep buying. Just remember you guys get bored of stuff dont sell it donate to Guy he can have some fun with it. Its the smart thing to do.
What we really realy really need is a Exchange Pool. Maybe a GetDPI rental house
stephengilbert
Active member
"Its the smart thing to do."
And you don't have to worry about whether you sold for too little.
And you don't have to worry about whether you sold for too little.