The "Whoo! I just got new gear!" thread

**Kym** · 10-07-2009, 8:16pm

Originally Posted by Analog6

Yesterday the magazine and remote release for the Blad 553ELX arrived. I held off buying a magazine as I hummed and hahed between a polaroid or ordinary back ,and watched the shops, auctions etc. I finally got an A16S magazine. And I think I have an old roll of film bought for the TLR somewhere, it's just for a test run so age won't matter.

Odille... Congratulations on the 1000 post to this thread!

**Jimbo** · 11-07-2009, 12:37am

Got my 5DmkII this week. Some initial nerves that my copy had the dreaded AF problem turned out to be good ol' camera shake

Should get a workout tomorrow at Mt Field Nat Pk

**nathanvale** · 11-07-2009, 11:49am

I think it very funny that so many people feel like they need to show off their new gear. Just get out there are take photos with it!

**Lani** · 11-07-2009, 1:22pm

Originally Posted by nathanvale

I think it very funny that so many people feel like they need to show off their new gear. Just get out there are take photos with it!

People show off their new babies don't they?

It is handy to see what gear people are getting/ have gotten, especially if you are interested in it yourself, you can then ask them how they are finding it and get some real world feedback.
Not to mention, finding out about products you might not have seen before.

Also gives you something to do while you are waiting for the batteries to charge.

**bigdazzler** · 12-07-2009, 10:31pm

Originally Posted by nathanvale

I think it very funny that so many people feel like they need to show off their new gear. Just get out there are take photos with it!

if youre not interested why are you posting in the thread ??

**Kym** · 12-07-2009, 11:34pm

Originally Posted by nathanvale

I think it very funny that so many people feel like they need to show off their new gear. Just get out there are take photos with it!

New car? New house? New baby? New 'puter?

We all like to share our new toys - its one of the fun social aspects of life and the site - sharing with friends.
Plus if someone gets a new gadget we want to know how it performs etc.

**jdreamer** · 13-07-2009, 8:21am

Just enjoy others' new purchase.

**J.davis** · 13-07-2009, 11:14pm

Back to camera gear - In the post today was a set of Cokin ND's, ND grad. and an adapter plus mount .

**trigger** · 14-07-2009, 10:41pm

Old Canon 28-70mm 2.8L + EOS3.....

dads' already "owned" the EOS3 before i could even take a photo of it.

**MarkChap** · 15-07-2009, 12:02pm

84cm (33") Shoot through Umbrella and strobist bracket
Should be here tomorrow with any luck.

Just need a PC - PC sync cable now

**Kym** · 15-07-2009, 12:16pm

Got my new Manfrotto 055XproB legs - replacing my 190XproB (for sale in classifieds)
I'm tall and the 055 works better for me.

**bigdazzler** · 15-07-2009, 1:25pm

got my new flash today ..

**habro** · 16-07-2009, 10:15pm

After some Customs issues, my Sigma 70-200 /2.8 II USM XYZ arrived today. Didn't get to open it til tonight but cannot wait until Saturday to head to the zoo. Am already amazed by USM cos I'm so used to my kit 70-300 keeping me awake at night while trying to focus

**MBPhoto** · 17-07-2009, 10:03am

Just getting back into the site after a 6 month absence due to work. Went and did some shopping last night and picked up a new lens and bag. Had to get a bag to accommodate the new lens.

The bag now holds:

Canon 5D
24-105mm f/4L
70-200mm f/4L
50mm f/1.8
28mm f/2.8
100mm f/2.8
Canon 420ex Speedlite
Canon 580ex II Speedlite

**Lani** · 17-07-2009, 12:14pm

Nice collection there now Mark, welcome back.

**MarkChap** · 17-07-2009, 1:01pm

Just when I was cursing Australia Post in walks the postie with my umbrella and bracket.

Photography club this evening so hopefully might get a test then

**Analog6** · 17-07-2009, 4:02pm

Received my new Gimbal head tripod mount - it's lovely but does not have one line of instructions with it! Guess I'll just have to work it out! I bought it on eBay for $US180.00 ibnvl postage, and it came with it's own little bag and all. I'll have a play with it at the weekend.

Details: Fancier® FT 9706 by Weifeng®

Rugged and solid, all metal construction.
Adjustable vertical carriage.
Safety lock on QR plate
Includes one QR plate & padded nylon case

Weight: 3lb 12 oz (1.7kg)
Max Load 6.6lb (3kg)

Compatible QR Plates

1/4" to 3/8" Adapters available here

**brownie79** · 17-07-2009, 4:40pm

Went shopping in my lunch break and got a Sony 70-300mm F/4.5-5.6 and the lowepro Primus Minimus bag.

Now to find time to get and and shoot!

**jev** · 17-07-2009, 6:25pm

Originally Posted by Analog6

Received my new Gimbal head tripod mount

Wow, that is a serious head! Is it smooth enough for filming from?

**Analog6** · 18-07-2009, 7:37am

I haven't tried it yet, this weekend is the test. I was inspired by Allan's Wimberley head, but they are over $1,000 - I decided to get this and try it for a while and see how I like it. It will get the real test when my 100-400 lens arrives (end July).

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