I've hiked to many different vantages around Mt. Sneffels, and I think I have found the best! This is a front-and-center view from Peak 12910 which is directly north of Sneffels.
This shot is from an Olympus E-420 @ 12mm (24mm equiv). I believe that my 4x5 shot will have a better comp as its tripod was higher and placed in the prime position, so the foreground rocks will get a little more separation from Sneffels. But anyways, it will be several weeks before I get my film developed, so I figured I'd post this one now.
Oh, p.s., you can also see part of the Snake Couloir, which Scott Borger climbed up and posted photos of several weeks ago. The couloir goes from the summit, diagonally down to the right, then doglegs back to the lookers left (you can't see the snow from here but you can see the deep cut where the couloir goes through).
A few moments later, looking in another direction. A nice thing about having a digital camera (in addition to the 4x5) is that I can get quick bonus shots like this!
Posted by Scott Borger on June 30, 2008 at 1:26 AM
That whole "in your face thing" wasn't very nice. Actually, I really like both comps. How are you liking that E-420?
Hey Scott, this was the first trip with the E-420 and I am really impressed with it. It's a tiny camera, and it looks funny because I put a big honkin lens on it, the 12-60mm. But all in all it weighs a mere 2.25 lbs. The lens is incredible, with ultra fast autofocus and great macro ability. But what I love most of all is the Oly's 4/3 image aspect ratio, which is more like 4x5.
Good perspective Jack. I think the higher point of view will definitely be an improvement for this vantage, so if your 4X5 got that, I think you'll be in good shape.
I can't wait to see your 4x5 of the top shot. It really does look like the best perspective on Sneffels. What a beautiful view of an amazing mountain! I really like it!
Sweet light and great position, both distance and orientation. Add some 4x5 detail, and that will be one smokin' print!
Yeah, especially shooting 4x5, but even with my DSLR, I'd always have my Olympus handy for those spontaneous shots. One of the factors that led me to sell the 4x5 was the number of "spontaneous" shots that were coming up keepers. Not so much a quality vs. quantity thing, but I get out so infrequently, I find myself wanting to shoot more comps as opposed to thoroughly working up a shot or two on the LF. Anyway... keep em' coming from both cameras!
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16 repliesThis shot is from an Olympus E-420 @ 12mm (24mm equiv). I believe that my 4x5 shot will have a better comp as its tripod was higher and placed in the prime position, so the foreground rocks will get a little more separation from Sneffels. But anyways, it will be several weeks before I get my film developed, so I figured I'd post this one now.
Oh, p.s., you can also see part of the Snake Couloir, which Scott Borger climbed up and posted photos of several weeks ago. The couloir goes from the summit, diagonally down to the right, then doglegs back to the lookers left (you can't see the snow from here but you can see the deep cut where the couloir goes through).
I'm glad you like the new 12-60 mm, because I'm going to buy it soon :-)
Mel-
Yeah, especially shooting 4x5, but even with my DSLR, I'd always have my Olympus handy for those spontaneous shots. One of the factors that led me to sell the 4x5 was the number of "spontaneous" shots that were coming up keepers. Not so much a quality vs. quantity thing, but I get out so infrequently, I find myself wanting to shoot more comps as opposed to thoroughly working up a shot or two on the LF. Anyway... keep em' coming from both cameras!
DOUBLE freakin' WOW!!! I know I'll never see this view from that vantage point. What great light!