Recent content by Technospaz

If you're going to the peak, here's what I suggest: 1. Go on a weekday. It gets crowded over the weekend. 2. Try to get up around 6:30 (it gets darker earlier these days). 3. You may need to carry a bag to weigh your tripod down, especially if your tripod is light or flimsy. 4. Make sure you...

Better as a walkabout lens: 17-55 :)

Bro, here's my tip. I bought a cheaper tripod some time ago and it's great. However, it was heavy and while it worked budget-wise, I realized that the weight made it a hassle for me to carry around. In short, I saved $ but realized that I never used that tripod much because it was difficult to...

I don't have good things to say about Tin Cheung. See my post #202.

190CXPRO4 + 496RC2. I paid about S$530.

I was just in HK and picked up a Manfrotto CF tripod there... great prices :) As for the lens, I'd carry the 10-22 if you want UWA for cityscapes/shots from the peak etc. Alternatively, carry the 17-55 which is an awesome all-rounded lens. If you are keen to try but don't want to buy just...

J3:16 gives awesome customer service though their prices may not always be the most competitive. That said, I'd rather pay a little more and be treated with respect and honesty, rather than save some money and realize later that I got conned.

Ouch. I appreciate the heads-up from TS. That's unfortunate. These days, don't just buy anything at the suggestion of the salesperson. Yes, many offer good advice but you owe it to yourself to do some homework before coughing up the money, especially $1.5k. If you're not in any rush, take a...

17-55 f/2.8 without doubt. Or, go for the 10-22 if you enjoy landscape photography ;)

Thanks, Raydio :) Unfortunately, it'll be the west coast for me (SF) but I'll go scout around :)

I had the 10-22 on my 400D and still keep it on my 7D. Best UWA out there, IMHO :)

I use the 50mm f/1.4 (yes, Canon) and it's amazing. It's one of my all-time favorite lenses. That, and the 17-55 f/2.8 ;)

I'm kiasi so yes, I follow the 8-12 hours (or overnight) charging prior to use rule.

Having just returned from Hong Kong, I believe it's Hong Kong :) That said, I'm off to the US in 2 weeks so I'll go sniff around there too :)

I just got back from Hong Kong. I visited a few of the shops on the list. Here's my frank feedback: 1. Tin Cheung Camera (天祥攝影器材公司) – Mongkok branch I was dissapointed because I felt that they were not honest with their business. Their...