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First post. When I knew I would be buying a car, I lurked for three years on the Edmunds auto web site. It didn't take long to learn that the Subaru owners were exceptionally intelligent, friendly and helpful. Whereas posters in other car forums were constantly arguing and playing ego games, the Subaru gang was consistently cooperative and affirmative. Even before I fully understood the virtues of Subarus, I was attracted to the people who owned them. I was proud to join them on the forum and by buying a used Outback.

It has happened again. I've been lurking here for months, checking out different digital photography forums. This Olympus forum is remarkable in just the same way my old Subaru site was. You folks are conspicuously informative and friendly. I love the images you have posted here, but the spirit of sharing and personal support is even more remarkable. You are my kind of people.

This afternoon or tomorrow, I'll receive shipment of an 8080. In a few months, I might be able to post an image. I know I'm going to be spending a lot of time here listening to you as I trudge up the steep slope of the learning curve. Thanks in advance for the support I know you will offer. You guys are great.
 
Welcome aboard Storyteller. Somehow Olympus people have a way of finding "their own kind" :o)

You might like to take direct your attention to:

http://www.pbase.com/otfchallenge/root

By now you will have heard/read all the literature out there extolling the virtues of the 8080. After a few days, if not hours, you will wonder how you ever managed without one! ;-)

Look forward to your contributions on the forum. All the best.

--
Digital: Olympus C-8080 WZ, C-750 UZ

Film: Olympus OM-10 & Olympus Trip-35



AH
 
I like this name. It looks that your pictures will tell the stories too, hehehe…

Welcome to the forum. I have to agree with you, this is the best forum with supportive, friendly, funny and the best people in the world. I’m sure you’ll feel like at home.

There is one very bad thing about this forum: it is very addictive. And the worst part is there is no known cure for that. Even if people change the camera brand, they can’t leave. So, don’t say I didn’t warn you :)…

Congrats on your purchase. 8080 is something special. I’ll suggest you to go through recent posts (you can search) and look for advices that the recent new owners got here. It could be very helpful.

Also, waiting a few months for your first pictures is out of the question. Not acceptable!!! :) The reason I’m saying this is because after the few hours you’ll be able to make pictures. Week later, you’ll be ready to post pictures here. By posting, you’ll get suggestions on how to improve your pictures (if necessary). That is the best way to learn.

Enjoy in your new toy and have fun. Come back here often…

Cheers,
Alex.

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Oly E-300 (ver. 1.2), C-8080 (ver. 75) & IS3.
Oly 14-45, Sigma 55-200, HLD-3 & FL-36.
OM 4/3 adapter, OM 50mm 1.8, EC-14 1.4x Teleconverter.

http://alekko.fotopic.net - C-8080 - Wowzie
http://alekk.fotopic.net - E-300 - Voltzie

 
Welcome to a great forum! And lots of fun with your new camera!

But I don´t think it will take you a few months until you post your first shots; digital photography is an addictive fun game and I am sure we will see some good shots much sooner!

Came here the same way as you did, lurking for several months and then about a year ago I got my first used ebay UZI. Meanwhile there are 3 UZIs plus TCONs and MCONs and hopefully a WCON within the next days.
But no Subaru so far, lol, just an old Mazda, reliable and affordable.
René
mnstoryteller said:
First post. When I knew I would be buying a car, I lurked for three
years on the Edmunds auto web site. It didn't take long to learn
that the Subaru owners were exceptionally intelligent, friendly and
helpful. Whereas posters in other car forums were constantly
arguing and playing ego games, the Subaru gang was consistently
cooperative and affirmative. Even before I fully understood the
virtues of Subarus, I was attracted to the people who owned them. I
was proud to join them on the forum and by buying a used Outback.
It has happened again. I've been lurking here for months, checking
out different digital photography forums. This Olympus forum is
remarkable in just the same way my old Subaru site was. You folks
are conspicuously informative and friendly. I love the images you
have posted here, but the spirit of sharing and personal support is
even more remarkable. You are my kind of people.
This afternoon or tomorrow, I'll receive shipment of an 8080. In a
few months, I might be able to post an image. I know I'm going to
be spending a lot of time here listening to you as I trudge up the
steep slope of the learning curve. Thanks in advance for the
support I know you will offer. You guys are great.
Click to expand...
 
we only roll out the red carpet after you have posted a picture and might even throw in a chaser.

Your profile states you are not new to photography so this will just be a piece of cake. Digital has added years to this old codger and I expect you will find the same addiction that so many of us have.

Looking forward to your pictures.

CC

A Hug is a great gift - one size fits all.

Canadian Club with a chaser.
3D and Frame Gallery.
http://www.pbase.com/otfchallenge/george_mocks_3d_frame_gallery.jpg

 
You have found the right place for learning and sharing. Congratulations on getting an 8080...I'm sure you're going to love it! We'll be looking forward to seeing some of your shots and welcome any questions! We learn together here on the Oly forum!
--
Lucy
U ZI owner!
Olympus C30-20Z
http://www.pbase.com/lucy
FCAS Member #98
'Photography is the art of seeing what others do not.'
 
Thanks gang! Gee, I feel I know some of you already, having admired your photos and smiled at the way you have shared tips.

Tough deadline, CC! I'm still charging up the battery!

As an incidental observation, I've been surprised at the low profile of Oly in the "most popular camera" by clicks thing. But just go to POTD sites, and Oly shots are just a tiny bit behind Canon and Nikon. That seems to me to say Oly fans are good photographers.

Thanks for the welcome.
 
If there's is one point I must argue & I'd be adamant about...

It's that totally unacceptable month or more that you profess to have to wait to post a pic for us to see....
Sheesh!
Give us a break....
Please!?

Put the damn thing in 'P' on a sunny day And fire away on some of your favorite hangouts, subjects or whatever....
Christ! Even from behind the wheel on the way to or from work...

There'll be plenty of time to get deep into specifics but that isn't so neccessarry for us.. OOps sorry... Me.......

--



[email protected] http://www.pbase.com/rrawzz ****
 
Hi there Storyteller,

Welcome to the forum! As someone who used to A) live in MN (Burnsville), B) own a Subaru ('95 Imprezza), and C) own Olys (5050, C750, 8080), I have to say that I like you already.

Enjoy your new 8080. It is a fine camera and capable of making fantastic images.

Incidentally, as a Subaru person, you may enjoy looking at this. My younger brother is a WRX fanatic, and has one of the nicest ones I've seen. This is no longer current, but it was still kind of nice even then:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=524991&perpage=25&pagenumber=1

Again, welcome to the Forum, and congrats!

Kind Regards,
Brian
mnstoryteller said:
First post. When I knew I would be buying a car, I lurked for three
years on the Edmunds auto web site. It didn't take long to learn
that the Subaru owners were exceptionally intelligent, friendly and
helpful. Whereas posters in other car forums were constantly
arguing and playing ego games, the Subaru gang was consistently
cooperative and affirmative. Even before I fully understood the
virtues of Subarus, I was attracted to the people who owned them. I
was proud to join them on the forum and by buying a used Outback.

It has happened again. I've been lurking here for months, checking
out different digital photography forums. This Olympus forum is
remarkable in just the same way my old Subaru site was. You folks
are conspicuously informative and friendly. I love the images you
have posted here, but the spirit of sharing and personal support is
even more remarkable. You are my kind of people.

This afternoon or tomorrow, I'll receive shipment of an 8080. In a
few months, I might be able to post an image. I know I'm going to
be spending a lot of time here listening to you as I trudge up the
steep slope of the learning curve. Thanks in advance for the
support I know you will offer. You guys are great.
Click to expand...
--
Brian



Digital Image Gallery:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/spiritmist/Brian_G_Digital_Image_Gallery/index.htm
 
Hi again Storyteller,

I had meant to put this in the last message in case you are into these kinds of things:

That WRX is his daily driver. He also fabricates and sells some custom parts, such as his shift knob adapter.

I don't have a current mod list (and it's changed quite a bit since this one) , but here's the last one I do have;

Motor/Tranny:

APS SR30/15 trim turbo
APS DR/500 FMIC
APS BOV
APS Up-Pipe
APS 3" Turbo Back
APS Cold Air Induction w/ K & N filter
APS Lightened Flywheel (12.5 lbs)
Cobb Tuning Pro Street Clutch
STI 565cc injectors
Walboro fuel pump
Unichip Engine Control with Boost Mapping
Manifold powder coated to match IC piping
Fluidyne Radiator
Zerosports Thermostat
STI radiator cap
Samco radiator hoses
STI Group N Motor Mounts
STI Group N Pitch Mount
Mobil 1 synthetic oil
HKS Circle Earth System
Optima Yellow-Top Battery
STI Group N Tranny mount
Cobb Tuning double adjustable short throw shifter w/ hardened bushings
Red Line gear oil

Suspension/Chassis/Brakes:

H&R Coilovers
Cusco front sway bar
Cusco rear adustable sway bar
Cusco 40mm rear strut tower brace
Cusco Exhaust hangers
Kartboy end links
Performance 4 wheel alignment
18" Prodrive P1 wheels
Kumho MX tires - 225/40/18's
Endless brake pads - NA-S up front, NA-Y out back
Stoptech SS brake lines
ATE Super Blue brake fluid

Interior:

Defi Gauge Pod
Greddy Gauges - Boost, Oil Temp, Oil Pressure
Momo Air Race shift knob with my adapter

Exterior/Bodywork:

WRC wing (NeoDesigns)
WRC hood vent (Gimmie Gears)
WRC front grill (Orciari) molded into front bumper
WRC headlights (Orciari)
Leading edge of hood cut to match WRC car/grill
Lester fog light covers
Lester air intakes (replaces side markers)
Prodrive front lip
Subaru OEM Painted Side Skirts

I wasn't sure the extent to which you're into your Subaru, so you may not give a d@mn, but that's ok too. :)

Kind Regards,
Brian
Brian G. said:
Welcome to the forum! As someone who used to A) live in MN
(Burnsville), B) own a Subaru ('95 Imprezza), and C) own Olys
(5050, C750, 8080), I have to say that I like you already.

Enjoy your new 8080. It is a fine camera and capable of making
fantastic images.

Incidentally, as a Subaru person, you may enjoy looking at this.
My younger brother is a WRX fanatic, and has one of the nicest ones
I've seen. This is no longer current, but it was still kind of
nice even then:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=524991&perpage=25&pagenumber=1

Again, welcome to the Forum, and congrats!

Kind Regards,
Brian
mnstoryteller said:
First post. When I knew I would be buying a car, I lurked for three
years on the Edmunds auto web site. It didn't take long to learn
that the Subaru owners were exceptionally intelligent, friendly and
helpful. Whereas posters in other car forums were constantly
arguing and playing ego games, the Subaru gang was consistently
cooperative and affirmative. Even before I fully understood the
virtues of Subarus, I was attracted to the people who owned them. I
was proud to join them on the forum and by buying a used Outback.

It has happened again. I've been lurking here for months, checking
out different digital photography forums. This Olympus forum is
remarkable in just the same way my old Subaru site was. You folks
are conspicuously informative and friendly. I love the images you
have posted here, but the spirit of sharing and personal support is
even more remarkable. You are my kind of people.

This afternoon or tomorrow, I'll receive shipment of an 8080. In a
few months, I might be able to post an image. I know I'm going to
be spending a lot of time here listening to you as I trudge up the
steep slope of the learning curve. Thanks in advance for the
support I know you will offer. You guys are great.
Click to expand...
--
Brian



Digital Image Gallery:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/spiritmist/Brian_G_Digital_Image_Gallery/index.htm
Click to expand...
--
Brian



Digital Image Gallery:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/spiritmist/Brian_G_Digital_Image_Gallery/index.htm
 
Hi and welcome to the Oly forum.

Yes, there are loads of friendly folk here and they're all eager to lend a hand getting the best from anyone's camera - not just Oly! LOL!

Talking of which - "Oly fans are good photographers" is true in most cases, but with such good cameras (Oly, of course) how can anyone go wrong?
:-)

Cheers,
Dave.
mnstoryteller said:
As an incidental observation, I've been surprised at the low
profile of Oly in the "most popular camera" by clicks thing. But
just go to POTD sites, and Oly shots are just a tiny bit behind
Canon and Nikon. That seems to me to say Oly fans are good
photographers.

Thanks for the welcome.
Click to expand...
 
....it took me 4 years to finally post here!! And once I did it is great fun! Like Alekko said though, it is addicting!! Thats for sure....so welcome to the neighborhood and look forward to seeing your shots!

Tammie
 
To just buy an STI? :-)
Brian G. said:
I had meant to put this in the last message in case you are into
these kinds of things:

That WRX is his daily driver. He also fabricates and sells some
custom parts, such as his shift knob adapter.

I don't have a current mod list (and it's changed quite a bit since
this one) , but here's the last one I do have;

Motor/Tranny:

APS SR30/15 trim turbo
APS DR/500 FMIC
APS BOV
APS Up-Pipe
APS 3" Turbo Back
APS Cold Air Induction w/ K & N filter
APS Lightened Flywheel (12.5 lbs)
Cobb Tuning Pro Street Clutch
STI 565cc injectors
Walboro fuel pump
Unichip Engine Control with Boost Mapping
Manifold powder coated to match IC piping
Fluidyne Radiator
Zerosports Thermostat
STI radiator cap
Samco radiator hoses
STI Group N Motor Mounts
STI Group N Pitch Mount
Mobil 1 synthetic oil
HKS Circle Earth System
Optima Yellow-Top Battery
STI Group N Tranny mount
Cobb Tuning double adjustable short throw shifter w/ hardened bushings
Red Line gear oil

Suspension/Chassis/Brakes:

H&R Coilovers
Cusco front sway bar
Cusco rear adustable sway bar
Cusco 40mm rear strut tower brace
Cusco Exhaust hangers
Kartboy end links
Performance 4 wheel alignment
18" Prodrive P1 wheels
Kumho MX tires - 225/40/18's
Endless brake pads - NA-S up front, NA-Y out back
Stoptech SS brake lines
ATE Super Blue brake fluid

Interior:

Defi Gauge Pod
Greddy Gauges - Boost, Oil Temp, Oil Pressure
Momo Air Race shift knob with my adapter

Exterior/Bodywork:

WRC wing (NeoDesigns)
WRC hood vent (Gimmie Gears)
WRC front grill (Orciari) molded into front bumper
WRC headlights (Orciari)
Leading edge of hood cut to match WRC car/grill
Lester fog light covers
Lester air intakes (replaces side markers)
Prodrive front lip
Subaru OEM Painted Side Skirts

I wasn't sure the extent to which you're into your Subaru, so you
may not give a d@mn, but that's ok too. :)

Kind Regards,
Brian
Brian G. said:
Welcome to the forum! As someone who used to A) live in MN
(Burnsville), B) own a Subaru ('95 Imprezza), and C) own Olys
(5050, C750, 8080), I have to say that I like you already.

Enjoy your new 8080. It is a fine camera and capable of making
fantastic images.

Incidentally, as a Subaru person, you may enjoy looking at this.
My younger brother is a WRX fanatic, and has one of the nicest ones
I've seen. This is no longer current, but it was still kind of
nice even then:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=524991&perpage=25&pagenumber=1

Again, welcome to the Forum, and congrats!

Kind Regards,
Brian
mnstoryteller said:
First post. When I knew I would be buying a car, I lurked for three
years on the Edmunds auto web site. It didn't take long to learn
that the Subaru owners were exceptionally intelligent, friendly and
helpful. Whereas posters in other car forums were constantly
arguing and playing ego games, the Subaru gang was consistently
cooperative and affirmative. Even before I fully understood the
virtues of Subarus, I was attracted to the people who owned them. I
was proud to join them on the forum and by buying a used Outback.

It has happened again. I've been lurking here for months, checking
out different digital photography forums. This Olympus forum is
remarkable in just the same way my old Subaru site was. You folks
are conspicuously informative and friendly. I love the images you
have posted here, but the spirit of sharing and personal support is
even more remarkable. You are my kind of people.

This afternoon or tomorrow, I'll receive shipment of an 8080. In a
few months, I might be able to post an image. I know I'm going to
be spending a lot of time here listening to you as I trudge up the
steep slope of the learning curve. Thanks in advance for the
support I know you will offer. You guys are great.
Click to expand...
--
Brian



Digital Image Gallery:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/spiritmist/Brian_G_Digital_Image_Gallery/index.htm
Click to expand...
--
Brian



Digital Image Gallery:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/spiritmist/Brian_G_Digital_Image_Gallery/index.htm
Click to expand...
 
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