Forum for Olympus digital cameras

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera discussion. That way everyone who wants to only post the latest pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden, or talk about their recovery from drug addiction, or plans for Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue posting as before. But everyone who's only interested in discussing Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

That was the original intent of this forum. But what happens with these forums is that people become friends, and they share much more than pictures. Were you to start another forum, the same thing would happen, which would not be a bad thing. gc

GCam said:

That was the original intent of this forum. But what happens with
these forums is that people become friends, and they share much
more than pictures. Were you to start another forum, the same
thing would happen, which would not be a bad thing. gc

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Do you seriously think Phil would want to be make two seperate forums for each model of camera? Forgive me, but what the heck is so wrong about including a bit more than the technical aspects of things? It's easy enough to only click on the threads that sound pertinent to you.

And I take offense that you would mention a forum member's struggles as though it is an annoyance to you. Something that was probably incredibly difficult to share to begin with. Maybe some people buy a new camera just because of a new puppy or an addition to the family, and along the way they learn and improve as they share their latest efforts. I don't get riled very easily, but I sense some specific digs to people I consider friends and I don't care for it. There is more technical information here than you will find anywhere on the internet, and a very good search engine to weed out exactly what you are looking for and skip the humanity of it all.
Sue

Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on
dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like
we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera
discussion. That way everyone who wants to only post the latest
pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden,
or talk about their recovery from drug addiction, or plans for
Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue
posting as before. But everyone who's only interested in discussing
Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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GCam said:

That was the original intent of this forum. But what happens with
these forums is that people become friends, and they share much
more than pictures.

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It doesn't have to be that way, nor is it in any way close to the same degree as many other forums I visit.

GCam said:

Were you to start another forum, the same thing would happen

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Perhaps it could be moderated in some way or at least people encouraged more to stay on topic.

. . . to discuss using my Olympus non dSLR digital camera to take panoramas at sunset of my drug addicted puppy chasing an albino flying squirrel in my garden on a foggy holiday morning.

Maybe with some lightning or the aurora in the background.

Would I need a tripod?

Heheheh.

;-)

Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum . . .

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Artshot Sue said:

Do you seriously think Phil would want to be make two seperate
forums for each model of camera?

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I'm only talking about this forum. There's certainly no reason to try something like this on more than an as needed basis.

Artshot Sue said:

Forgive me, but what the heck is so wrong about including a bit more
than the technical aspects of things?

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There's nothing wrong at all per se, which is exactly why I was suggesting leaving the existing forum entirely alone so the existing discussion on it could continue undisturbed completely as before. What I'm suggesting is in addition to that existing forum, one that's only for camera discussion.

Interesting idea, Kim. I've only been registered here for about a week now, but have found a lot of discussions without photos. Because so many people have broadband connections now, those who live in areas that can't get it, or those who cannot afford it, are at a distinct disadvantage because some of the larger images take a long time to download. Also, some people may not have access to free web space with their Internet account, which makes it difficult, or may feel intimidated by the "technical" aspect of posting images. There are a lot of reasons.

The alternative would be to have anyone posting an image to the board use a symbol (don't know what that might be, perhaps a [P] or the like) in the subject line to let folks know which threads contain images beforehand.

My wife and I are also new to the "prosumer" market, having just got our C8080 under two weeks ago, with not a lot of time to play with it yet. We were still using an Oly point & shoot (a spectacularly good D-490Z -- I was simply amazed at the quality from 2.1 mp images) as our digital backup and were still relying on film cameras (nearly all of them Nikon) for our "serious" work. The new generation of digitals has changed our minds about that.

A previous poster suggested that while these forums start off with the best intentions of keeping on-topic and focused, relationships form and they turn into virtual communities. While I have not posted a single picture here, the temptation to share something I've shot is there, if only because the encouragement from the "community" is infectious. What holds me back is the tact that I've yet to take any pictures worth posting! (If you haven't noticed, some of these folks are very good!)

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Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on
dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like
we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera
discussion. That way everyone who wants to only post the latest
pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden,
or talk about their recovery from drug addiction, or plans for
Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue
posting as before. But everyone who's only interested in discussing
Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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I started following this forum when I began the process of upgrading my camera and was considering the 8080. (which I now own as of 4 days ago)I am quite green on the subject of cameras and photography. I came here to learn but I do know that the lighter stuff makes it easier to enjoy. This way it doesnt get so technical I am losing interest. The technecal is here and so is the human interest. I enjoy it the way it is. I can ask questions and get answers . I can read others questions and some of it is over my head and other parts I can follow.

Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on
dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like
we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera
discussion. That way everyone who wants to only post the latest
pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden,
or talk about their recovery from drug addiction, or plans for
Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue
posting as before. But everyone who's only interested in discussing
Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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I have to agree with both ArtShotSue and dubflub. There are other forums that are probably more focused on the technical side of using their digital cameras. I like that this forum is made up of a mix of people from all over the world with every level of experience. There are grandma's and grandpa's and retirees and young people, all sharing an interest in a wonderful hobby. Many have been here longer than you or me and most newcomers note that this is the nicest and friendliest forum on the web. You've been here 1.9 years, so I know you realize that. Why change a good thing that is working so well? I find some of your comments hurtful and uncalled for. Maybe you should have sent a request to Phil rather than stir this pot.

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Kim

I really enjoy this forum just the way it is and I find I learn and get inspired from the group of very talented people who visit here each day ...The technical stuff is here mixed with some very excellent photography information that I feel would help to round the experience of any person interested in photography with an Olympus camera.

I do take offence to your reference to drug addictions as just because someone has had some difficulty does not mean that they do not have something to give to this forum.

There are many books out there to read if you just want technical information and I suggest you pick a few of them up and get the technical information you desire and then come back here to learn and enjoy from the great bunch of photographers who frequent the OTF....

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Marvin Thomas said:

I have to agree with both ArtShotSue and dubflub. There are other
forums that are probably more focused on the technical side of
using their digital cameras. I like that this forum is made up of
a mix of people from all over the world with every level of
experience. There are grandma's and grandpa's and retirees and
young people, all sharing an interest in a wonderful hobby. Many
have been here longer than you or me and most newcomers note that
this is the nicest and friendliest forum on the web. You've been
here 1.9 years, so I know you realize that. Why change a good
thing that is working so well? I find some of your comments
hurtful and uncalled for. Maybe you should have sent a request to
Phil rather than stir this pot.

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Photos hosted by Photoshare at http://www.photoshare.co.nz
http://www.c5050andanuzi.MarvsFavourites.photoshare.co.nz

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Chasing the art of capturing light with a c8080!

Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on
dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like
we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera
discussion.

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I'm sorry, but it gets depressing reading about where people prefer the buttons to be on their cameras, or which side the flash should be on. Tell me where they are and I'll figure out if I like it there

That way everyone who wants to only post the latest

Kim Cameron said:

pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden,
or talk about their recovery from drug addiction, or plans for
Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue
posting as before.

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And miss CC's pics? I don't think so

But everyone who's only interested in discussing

Kim Cameron said:

Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

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That should wear thin pretty quick. It don't focus in the dark. End of forum

Kim Cameron said:

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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Kim while I certainly see your point, I think you'll will find yourself quicky becoming a part of this or any community. It is only human nature. I have seen other non-camera listing/forums that degrade into a bunch of name calling, childish, foul mouthed fools.

The group here is among the best. While I enjoy all the technical aspects, our photography innertwines into our lives. Impossible to keep out, not that I would want too. I have only been here about 6 months, and find myself here many days.Some times laughing at the posts. I find myself thinking about other cameras from time to time, and then think "What if I got a Nikon, could I still post in this forum?"

Give it a try, participate a bit. You'll find plenty to like.

Pear

Kim Cameron said:

But everyone who's only interested in discussing
Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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. . . then I think you should grab some forum software and start a website and go into competition with Phil. Who knows? Maybe it would go over.

But I don't think so.

There's so much more to online photography forums than just the technical aspects of a given chunk of hardware.

After all, it's all about using that hardware to produce the IMAGE, right?

Hell, if all I got out of photography was the technical aspect, I think I'd just sell my gear and take up something more exciting like statistical analysis instead.

Photography is an art form, and as such it's meaning is as diverse as every individual that trips a shutter or views the captured image.

It's all about stirring an emotion in someone with your image. That's what a lot of us are here to perfect, I think . . . the ability to use the hardware to capture the image . . .

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My suggestion solely concerns adding a forum. On Usenet, in fact, this happens all the time, usually with the new forum being a moderated one, though it need not be.

I really do not know how to resond, but to say most of what you have writen here is bull. You wish to have a forum to fit you and also wish to have it moderated for only your own desires. You come here to one of the best forums there is and poke folks with a stick, who have other desires and needs different then yours and who may be struggling up the hardest hill they have ever climbed.

I do not consider you writing at all "just a polite suggestion" and find no compasion in your comments.

The one suggestion you make about going to another forum and leaving this one is the only thing you write that makes sense to me. PLEASE do it!

I find your attack on my friends offensive and hope that what I have writen here is plain and direct enough for you to understand fully.

Kim Cameron said:

Hi!

I'm posting to see if there's interest in setting up a forum on
dpreview for Olympus non SLR digital cameras. I know it looks like
we already have one but I'm suggesting one only for camera
discussion. That way everyone who wants to only post the latest
pictures of their cute puppy dog, or the squirrel in their garden,
or talk about their recovery from drug addiction,or plans for
Christmas or whatever! will not have to do a thing but continue
posting as before. But everyone who's only interested in discussing
Olympus digital cameras will now have a forum to go to where that's
the only thing discussed.

Just a polite suggestion. Thanks!

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why you aren't at Usenet? I think I speak for many when I say we're happy here. If you're not, the world is your oyster.

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Kim Cameron said:

My suggestion solely concerns adding a forum. On Usenet, in fact,
this happens all the time, usually with the new forum being a
moderated one, though it need not be.

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Go for it... create a forum on Usenet... nobody here is stopping you from doing that... I don't think you'll find many of the people here following you over to Usenet.
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