End of an era
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Topic: End of an era
Posted By: gpokluda
Subject: End of an era
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2022 at 7:25pm
This isn't even RV related, but is probably something many RV'ers do: Pack their DSLR or SLR film camera for some good old fashion photography of the non-smartphone kind. Canon and Nikon both have announced they will no longer produce DSLR cameras in favor of producing the less expensive, mirrorless digital cameras. I for one will miss that characteristic clunk of the mirror and shutter. It was satisfying and fulfilling to know another masterpiece was in the works... maybe.
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Gpokluda
2017 Rpod 179(sold 2023)
2022 Escape 5.0TA
2022 Ford F150 4X4 3.5EB
Triumph T120
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 19 Jul 2022 at 10:18pm
The mirror was an artifact from the days of film. It has not been needed to produce great pictures for years. It just added weight, complexity, and cost to the cameras. I will be interested to see how they make the transition.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...
http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS
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Posted By: gpokluda
Date Posted: 24 Jul 2022 at 11:05am
No argument there, but it is one of those vestiges I hate to see go away just because of the memories. Much like holding a book instead of an e-reader. I do remember, frequently cursing the weight of my Yashica, and later Pentax K1000 during backpacking trips.
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Gpokluda
2017 Rpod 179(sold 2023)
2022 Escape 5.0TA
2022 Ford F150 4X4 3.5EB
Triumph T120
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Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 24 Jul 2022 at 4:11pm
I've used DSLR cameras (owned by someone else), and they are nice. I do think that the lenses are the key part. If they can keep the ability to switch lenses, then that would be a win-win situation.
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StephenH
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,...
http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods
Former RPod 179
Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS
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Posted By: poohbill
Date Posted: 24 Jul 2022 at 6:52pm
For more detail and an analysis from an expert in the industry, see: https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/5802261381/of-course-nikon-is-getting-out-of-dslrs-the-only-question-is-how-far-behind-is-canon - https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/5802261381/of-course-nikon-is-getting-out-of-dslrs-the-only-question-is-how-far-behind-is-canon
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2016 179 Gastropod
2017 Ridgeline
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Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 28 Jul 2022 at 3:16pm
Have to admit.. I gave up my A1 a decade ago, and don't miss it. The new digital cameras, and even the better phones take fantastic pictures for what most people need/want. I haven't blown anything up to poster size since I was a member of the Army A/V Photo Club in Kitengen FRG 40 years ago...
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