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Congrats Pete it's a corker.

Congrats to the winners and thanks to Epz for organising this.

Congrats Jamie!

Congrats all - well done to the team for setting this up

I've had a bad day so this will sound like I'm getting my knickers in a twist over nothing, but there is enough "moral toxicity" around in society without naming a "trendy" bag range after it imho. I get the rationale given above for the name, but we interpret words in combination and not just in isolation. E.g. ass wipe.

I bet the price will be eye watering...

My thoughts go to those closest to him I've read many a Lemmy post whist a member on here. He'll be missed.

Is it me or are these images really not the best to illustrate this article? Come on epz - you have some wonderful images of bluebells within the gallery taken by a plethora of talented photographers - use them.

Fab images

Congrats to the winners. Sadly not one of your number this year, but I've no room to complain from previous prize draws. Thanks to the team again!

I've been very tempted of late to give one of the XP-Pen drawing tablets a go - albeit this one is likely too big for me (16" would be preferable). However, as I've never really gotten on too well with standard drawing tablets I don't want to waste my money and I'd prefer to have a go with one first. The rub here is where? I had hoped I could do this at Focus, but the plans are for a virtual exhibition next year. I'd therefore be keen to learn of folks experience with them. One review suggested drawing tablets were a mixed blessing for photo re-touching as it can be difficult to precisely adjust some elements (e.g. dodge/burn) as a consequence of the pen nib hiding what is been adjusted (this makes no sense to me).

Adam

I'm not 100% sure what lens was used for the ISO tests, but there is a marked drop off in sharpness in the corners that is notable across the ISO images which makes some aspects of the comparison difficult IMHO.

Just remember that the 40.8MP does not refer to megapixels in the case of this camera, but rather its "monetary price" e.g. RRP £40800 Now I wouldn't say no if anyone wants to give me this, but...

f11 is an interesting choice for the super tele’s. With the IS functions with the new bodies being reported 8stops then this makes some sense when holding the camera steady, and it certainly brings massive weight savings, but I’m not convinced it will be fast enough in the field for many nature photographers. IS and lens weight help the user keeps the camera steady, but does nothing to stop movement in the subject. Often I find I have to push up the ISO on my system when using a faster tele lens in order to achieve the shutter speed I need to get a sharp image due to object movement. Logically, this means that I’d need to push the ISO even higher with these new lenses and that would demand ISO performance far above what I already have with my 5D MkIV. I’ll be interested in reviews of the new kit - especially from “real world” reviewers. The weight saving here could be a real boon - especially when travelling and on safari. Compared to my existing lens set up for a 600mm equ. I would save nearly 2.5kilo. That would be great, but not if it comes at the price of missing opportunities due to subject movement or poor noise control.

A massive well done Angi - very much deserved!

Fab, but really £6.5K? It seems professional spec camera prices are increasing at an exponentially greater rate than inflation would predict. I suppose if you are a pro its an investment that may be worthwhile, but as an amateur aspiring to take images of a professional standard prices like these are just simply too high to be justifiable

The best lesson I have learned regarding this issue in wildlife photography is: the distance between the object and the background is as important than the aperture used. The greater the distance between the object and their background the better - allowing lovely bokeh without having to use massive apertures.

Astonishing resolution as could be expected. Likely to be totally unforgiving in regard to technique. E.g. f11 seems here to have given insufficient depth of field for where the point of focus has been set - looking at the top of the coloured pencils there is a blurring and lack of detail (I doubt this is resolution related).

OOOooo! Thank you.

As to be expected with the resolution of the sensor - wonderfully detailed, but totally unforgiving in terms of technique.

Why not include the Canon 5DS and 5 DSr in this round up? It seems an odd omission...

Woo Hoo! Ta very much.

I suspect, like with watches, the depth guide relates to pressure. Eg a watch waterproof to 10bar has a waterproof rating of 100m (if I recall correctly). My point is that this depth is not recommended. Any movement under water acts to exponentially increase the pressure on the object being moved. Consequently, I’d be surprised if the camera was ever intended for anything other than snorkelling.

Budget in relation to their other products perhaps. I've always ruled out these guys on price - that and I'm not convinced about the stability of a 4 section tripod. I'm sure it's all very nice, but still that's a lot of cash for something I'd use and abuse. I'll stick to buying good second hand tripods for about £50 and then using them to destruction... sea water pretty much destroys all it touches.

Agreed, but the fox image is priceless...

To get out more - whilst endeavouring to remember that photography is only one of the benefits of doing so.

£3629 RRP - Well at this price point I suspect a good number of enthusiasts are likely to be priced out of the market. Me for one.

Just seen this on the Epz home page (24th April), I note this was published on the 14th April so was current at time of publication. NOTE: According to the terms and conditions of the festival (taken from there website) the deadline for submission to this festival was the 22nd April - so entries are now closed.

A rather misleading title here - this tips relate to important basics, good for those looking to start printing, but of little or no value to enthusiasts. E.g. There is no mention of colour calibration, print profiling, soft proofing, test printing etc. Each of these later processes can help elevate the quality of the final print.

Daft question as I'm sure this has been tested, but won't the inclusion of a fan introduce vibration?

You know, you really are rather good at this photography lark aren't you?

A fabulous portfolio and a signature style. Keep them coming.

Wonderful portfolio - I doff my cap.

I've just spent a few minutes revisiting some of the images in your portfolio. I forget how diverse the images are - a fabulous collection. You use a strong sense of narrative in many of the images - something I admire. My favourites are the urban dance series - the narrative leaves the viewer to question what they are seeing. Keep up the good work!

Adam

Hi Quoise - I've enjoyed my time browsing your PF. You show an interesting variety of topics/technique. I think you show a talent for many, but in particular portraits and still life.

Adam

Lovely work. A talented photographer resides here - of this there is no doubt.

Adam

Hi Dave,

I love to come and visit your corner of epz once in a while. I can get lost within your creations. Good to see you posting another image today!

Adam

Charlotte - you have a lovely portfolio which is very varied in its genre - but stuffed with fab compositions and executed to a high standard. I've enjoyed my time browsing.

Yung, I seldom leave portfolio comments - but today is an exception. You have a remarkable talent. Whilst I love the seascapes, I prefer the scenes that capture a mixture of portraiture and landscape. Simply wonderful. Thank you for sharing.

Well thats another photographer to add to my fav's list. Fab work here Tim, I'll be watching for more...

A enjoyable portfolio Francesco. Many images stand as fine examples of how to carry out graphic composition.

Rgds,

Adam

Super quality Tony - good to see some new blood with skills

Hey Joe,

Its not every day you stumble on a portfolio as good as this. You obviously love your nature and your photography. Long may that continue as you've a real talent.

Adam

Your flower work is exceptional.

Some lovely work. I love the underwater portraits - freshingly original (in my book the best compliment to get).

Adam

Hi Andy,

Just stopped by and a wee look at your rather splendid PF. An ecclectic mix! All images show care and some excellent post production work, but there are too many to click. I'll be able to keep a closer eye now your in my fav's. Thanks for your interest in the recent cathedral serise.

Adam

There is plenty to like here. Some shots show that you can think out of the box - something so many of us can't do. The wildlife shots are probably the strongest element - but keep on using that camera and keep on growing this PF.

Best wishes,

Adam

You've gat a beauty of a PF here Gary - inspirational stuff! Welcome to my favorites list...

Adam

About the most original PF on epz - simply staggering.

Adam

Cracking Pf - full of lovely quality images. Looking forward to more...

Adam

Just stumbled across your PF - some loevly work here - looking forward to seeing some more...

Adam

Mighty fine work there Steve. The series in the old Birmingham building, and the other with the patterned floor are truely excellent. It's refreshing to see a new style on the gendre of fine art.

Rgds,

Adam

Some lovely work here Richard. I think you rather under stated your abilities at Northscape Adam

Lovely work Chris. It was nice to meet you the other week. Some of your landscapes are to die for. The Cornish coast serise is superb.

Adam

Just caught up Fran - still lots to see and admire. The Cathedral shots are super and give Pauls a real run for there money. Watch out he won't be happy...

Adam

Hi Katy - stopped by when you first started - my but your skills are growing. Must be all that time on the forums

Hi Phil,

Just had a little wonder through your PF Some really impressive work. Love the low light landscapes - the birds a damn impressive too!

Rgds,

Adam

I'm playing catchup Mari - some lovely additions since my last visit. Please excuse me not voting on each shot, but accept this as a collective thumbs up!

Rgds,

Adam

Stunning PF Paul. Your work keeps on getting better.

Adam

Still as fresh and as imaginative as ever - its been a while since I checked back here and your work still stands shoulders above much of the erotic portraiture uploaded here. Keep it up

Your PF goes from strength to strength. Boy I really must visit Finland. Rgds. Adam