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Re: [photo-3d] RE: RE: Loreo Thoughts


  • From: pd@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Subject: Re: [photo-3d] RE: RE: Loreo Thoughts
  • Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2000 16:29:18 -0500

Feldman, Jack (Jack) writes:
> Joseph Petrarca said "...most of us, even older folks and especially kids,
> are using highly sophisticated computers...."
> 
> The reason I like the Realist is that I need to use the most sophisticated
> computer of all...the brain. It is not that hard. 50 years ago, I bought my
> first camera, a folding job that had a 4.5 lens, no rangefinder, and no
> exposure meter. I learned to set the f-stop and distance without any aid
> other than my judgement. Eventually it was all down hill because cameras
> developed a mind of their own, and I gave up serious photography. 

The fact that automatic cameras have taken over the market is the same
reason that a fully manual 3D camera is not the best way to introduce
someone to stereo.  Quite frankly, most people don't want to bother.

> 
> Now I am back to using my brain when shooting, and it's great fun. I
> actually have to stop and think before shooting.

And, depending on your subject, you may miss the opportunity while
you're stopping and thinking.

-pd


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