By-Tor Posted August 11, 2008 Report Share Posted August 11, 2008 Maybe that's my problem...I have WAAAY too much money invested in camera and glass. Maybe I should go and buy a cheapo point-n-shoot to do the watch stuff. Once again guys: Regarding watch photos... camere means about 5% (MAX). 85% is about lighting and 5-10% is about the post-processing skill. When you do photo compositions and use layers, for example, the post-processing skill plays a bigger role of course. I have shot watch pics with very expensive, top class cameras and with just standard Canon Powershot. There was virtually ZERO difference between the quality of my shots, providing the light was sufficient and properly spread around the lightbox. It doesn't matter how good camera you buy, if you're not willing to practice and figure out the lighting. Just like buying an expensive Adidas soccer ball won't make you Diego Maradona (and automatically give you his drug and weight problems). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted August 11, 2008 Report Share Posted August 11, 2008 Yes, I see the crown... but I still like the pic: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfran42 Posted August 11, 2008 Report Share Posted August 11, 2008 NIIIIIIICE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mjmurphy926 Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 Once again guys: Regarding watch photos... camere means about 5% (MAX). 85% is about lighting and 5-10% is about the post-processing skill. When you do photo compositions and use layers, for example, the post-processing skill plays a bigger role of course. I have shot watch pics with very expensive, top class cameras and with just standard Canon Powershot. There was virtually ZERO difference between the quality of my shots, providing the light was sufficient and properly spread around the lightbox. It doesn't matter how good camera you buy, if you're not willing to practice and figure out the lighting. Just like buying an expensive Adidas soccer ball won't make you Diego Maradona (and automatically give you his drug and weight problems). Don't get me wrong, I agree 100%. When I was talking about investing in equipment, I was talking about a light box. The comment about buying a cheaper camera was an attempt at a little self deprecating humor. I understand photography pretty well and I know whats lacking in my watch shots. I just haven't had the time to work on a solution. P.S. While it's not my main source of income, I have a side gig shooting the Colorado Rapids MLS team for an on-line soccer magazine. Totally different type of photography. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magagne Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 Realy like these band, come in different color too, the yellow stripe should be not bad on sub/SSD too ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tr4driver Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 (edited) I have a SSD and love it, but they are one of the easiest replicas for me to spot, even without a genuine for comparrison. The five minute markers give them away. Edited August 12, 2008 by tr4driver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 I do mostly sports and landscapes, but one of these days, I'll have to invest in the gear to shoot watches. Me too. I could do with some lights and the right lens. (invest in gear for watch photography? No-one told me you can do that!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbieG Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 +1...we all watched the Dutch man literally "grow up" on this forum and the 2000 shows just how active he was here in his formative years. Hey Dutchy, welcome back and congrats for your 2000th!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchy Posted August 12, 2008 Report Share Posted August 12, 2008 +1...we all watched the Dutch man literally "grow up" on this forum and the 2000 shows just how active he was here in his formative years. I know.....its a glorious day....for all of us. You know Robbie, some families give nice watches when their child reaches a certain age (or post count....), did I mention how much I like your UN, Tag, and Rolex?......Hint hint.....cough cough..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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