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Post by Innermostphoto on Apr 9, 2007 21:45:58 GMT -5
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Post by Innermostphoto on Mar 12, 2007 21:58:34 GMT -5
Well, I haven't entirely switched to Olympus as I still use Canon DSLR's for paid shoots but what got me on Olympus was several reasons. Like the last thread the Olympus body is tougher than most other cameras and I like the superwide feature offered on the advanced level cameras. I used to carry a 19mm, 28mm, and a 105mm lens but now all I need is the one camera that does it all. Jonathan G. introduced me to the Olympus line while on a shoot and after looking at the functions, lens groups, and incredible battery life I was hooked. I ended up buying the C7070 and the C8080 to use specifically for cave photography. Neither are currently manufactured anymore. Typical fast moving technology huh? I still think Nikon makes the best glass for all manual film cameras back in the day and Canon's innovation with IS and USM lenses in today's market are superb. [BTW only buy Canon L lenses] Olympus has offered an inexpensive quality camera that I can take underground and is reasonably durable. Still, the electronics can't take this punishment forever and it too, will be destroyed by the cave. So far two digital cameras have been eaten by caves but luckily one was still in the warranty phase. If you don't want to run the risk of destroying your equipment then leave it outside...but it is awfully hard to take cave pictures that way! bob biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com>>It''s interesting that you have chosen Olympus equipment for cave photography. Would you mind sharing your experiences and reasons for this?>>
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Post by Innermostphoto on Mar 10, 2007 23:10:59 GMT -5
What? A Nikon 10.2mp camera that takes lousy photos? I think not!!! I can buy the most expensive paint brush in the world but that does not make me a better painter! bob biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Mar 10, 2007 23:06:18 GMT -5
Based on your described usage the Olympus should do just fine however, a good comparison camera would be a Canon Digital Rebel or whatever Nikon’s entry DSLR is. You can be sure the lens that comes with any of these entry level cameras are crap and you are better off buying body only and a quality lens separate. As a current user of Olympus equipment, I have been impressed with their camera bodies. I never dreamed a die hard Nikon user turned die hard Canon would end up with three Olympus cameras! I use them all underground but keep the Canon outside…. just too risky. The Nikon Coolpix series is considered to be an advanced level camera trapping the medium between SLR and PHD (push here dummy) cameras. I know Bunnell uses the Coolpix in some model form quite extensively. Advanced level cameras appear to be on their way out unfortunately as the market for them has been low. That price for the E-volt is wayyyy to high. You can get the body only through B and H for $424. www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=6222&A=details&Q=&sku=405344&is=REG&addedTroughType=categoryNavigation This is a reputable company to buy from out of NY but a word to the wise there are several rip off companies thriving out of NYC. bob biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jan 16, 2007 22:28:30 GMT -5
All it takes to set off a bulb (even the large ones) is three volts. Some flash units exhibit voltages up to 110v but nominal voltage is only three. You can make your own flash unit with any small project box from Radio Shack, a three volt power supply and a momentary contact switch / normally open. I have made several but there is so much cheap, obsolete, used camera gear out there that was specifically made for this purpose why spend time reinventing old equipment? The stuff is practically everywhere! Bob Biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jan 14, 2007 22:50:38 GMT -5
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Post by Innermostphoto on Oct 3, 2006 21:14:58 GMT -5
Yep. Taught him everything he knows! NOT! Actually it was the other way round. I served as his sherpa on many trips including Ellisons Cave. Stephen was one of my mentors while learning cave photography back SEVERAL years ago. He does excellent above ground too! Bob Biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Aug 14, 2006 21:19:23 GMT -5
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 23, 2006 21:15:25 GMT -5
Woo Hoo YEA! Yes, this is the Alph entrance to Xanadu Cave. Even though most of the known cave is in another entrance this one is the most photogenic. bob biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 22, 2006 22:19:08 GMT -5
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 21, 2006 21:01:36 GMT -5
It is a horrizontal multimile cave
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 21, 2006 15:43:56 GMT -5
All good guesses but not quite. Here's a clue. It is in Tennessee and often cavers make the through trip to a lower entrance. Also, this picturesque entrance is NOT the one most often used even though it is part of the main system. bob biddix Innermost Imagery innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 20, 2006 20:42:53 GMT -5
Here is another to guess where this cave is. No hints this time other than it is well known. Any guesses? bob biddix Innermost Imagery innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 20, 2006 20:37:03 GMT -5
You might be right Lynn. Matter of fact you are! Past Echo Hall and down to the lower borehole you will see this siphon hole. Past this are many nice formations and easy walking passage. Good job on identifying this area! bob biddix Innermost Imagery innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jul 19, 2006 21:57:14 GMT -5
Thought I would post a photo and see if anyone could guess where it is? It's a well known horizontal cave in Tennessee. This section is known to be near the "back" and is visited often. If you don't get it I will provide more clues. bob biddix Innermost Imagery innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Jun 21, 2006 21:29:19 GMT -5
Yes, that is a photo of Ray Nelson in an upstream portion. I used an underwater #5 B bulb with an electronic highlight shot on FILM (before my digital daze) Fuji Provia 100 I wanted to let everyone know this is the last week to see the photos at City Hall. They will be up for the remainder of this week during normal City Hall hours. Bob Biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on May 15, 2006 22:05:18 GMT -5
CORRECTION The date should read May 15 - June 26
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Post by Innermostphoto on May 14, 2006 21:30:47 GMT -5
Careful what you wish for. I may stay longer than you would like!!
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Post by Innermostphoto on May 12, 2006 21:54:22 GMT -5
Thanks for the welcome
This exhibit contains cave images from the TAG area and New Mexico. Perhaps I will have another gallery of photos for different topics at a later date. For now it is just caves.
Also, you might want to check out the new cave book of Big Bone Cave and Cumberland Caverns- author Larry E. Matthews as I have many photographs in that as well. These books are new releases at the NSS bookstore.
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Post by Innermostphoto on May 10, 2006 21:54:56 GMT -5
Several Cave images will be on display starting in mid May. Most are from the Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia area with a few from New Mexico. Results will be on display at the City Hall Rotunda, Murfreesboro Tennessee May 15 – April 24, with a Meet the Artist reception on Sunday, May 21, 2-4 p.m. Otherwise they are open for the viewing during regular business hours of City Hall 9 - 4 Monday through Friday. Click the link below for more information www.murfreesborotn.gov/news/rotundabios.htm If you haven't already, stop by and see the new images at my recently redesigned web site www.innermostimagery.com/ It contains many pictures never before published. Kindest regards, Bob Biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com/
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Post by Innermostphoto on Mar 13, 2007 21:52:54 GMT -5
Wow! Those are some excellent finds! I am sure there are more in the area as well. Good luck guys! Oh and what's that? Ray Pope is alive? HA! bob biddix Innermost Imagery www.innermostimagery.com
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Post by Innermostphoto on Mar 2, 2007 15:57:12 GMT -5
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