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Post by Teddy Regpala on Sept 30, 2008 22:58:38 GMT
Everyone might have their own favorite image browsers, the one that tags, rates, or add keywords for the database. This is not about that. (Sorry, can't help not mentioning that )I've been using my smallish portable HD (80GB), to synch the files I have in between two computers (laptop and desktop). Until it suddenly won't copy files into it anymore as it's already filled up. Anyway, I was able to copy and sync my files eventually. (Which reminds me, I need to get a NAS soon for my network, been holding on that one too long).The thing is, I'm filling up flash cards (and harddrives) much faster recently, with images taken in raw and insane bursts. The question is, do you guys keep all the sharp images that are similar (from the same burst)? It's a given that if it's no good (like OOF, bad composition, wrong exposure, etc), you delete it. But what if it's all good but similar? Do you guys just keep one and delete the rest? Just want to hear how you guys are managing your images in terms of the volume of shots you keep.
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Post by Ding Carpio on Sept 30, 2008 23:23:04 GMT
In a burst, I just pick out the best or, if all the same, I usually just keep the middle two. I'm assuming the first one still had my finger-on-the-shuter button shake while the last one/s may be a bit shaky from hand fatigue. Why two? Just uncomfortable keeping just one.
BTW, on the NAS, some unsolicited advice. I use the DLink DNS323. Been happy with it for about two months now. I have two 750gb seagate drives in it in RAID0 configuration. The NAS serves as my backup for my main drives which is another pair of 750gb seagates in my PC, also in RAID0.
I keep the NAS in the basement while my PC is in the attic/loft. I guess that should be something like an "offsite" backup.
Got me also a stack of DVDs for really offsite backup (in my office 3 cities away) but haven't gotten around to burning everything yet.
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Post by Teddy Regpala on Oct 1, 2008 0:09:32 GMT
Good advice Ding. I just recently started learning to take shots in bursts, so I never had that problem before. And before I permanently delete some images, I want to hear some opinions from my dear comrades of the board. Are you an IT guy Ding? I am, from the Jurassic period though. I converted part of my home network to a gigabit a while back, with the NAS in mind. I should start re-evaluating the new NAS available. I read about the 323 before, but was not totally convinced. Good to know you're liking it. Thanks.
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Post by Jun Gregorio on Oct 1, 2008 0:22:10 GMT
In my opinion, gigabytes are cheap (I can get a 500GB for $50) therefore I never throw anything away. At the moment I haven't really found a reason to save space. Maybe if I get a 5D I may find a need for more diskspace ;D ;D ;D
I have two drives for my images but I do not RAID mine. The first drive I use as a working drive and the second one I bought an external enclosure and made it portable (it is strictly an archive drive). I copy the content of the CF card to both drives but archive drive only gets turned on whenever there's a new batch to copy.
Ding got a good point. Always make a backup on DVD and store it somewhere else other than your house.
Back to the topic: I'm starting to use Lightroom to manage my pictures. It is the quickest way for me to PP before posting my pictures (It's my poor excuse for not learning how to use PS properly) . I also use Bridge for renaming/renumbering my files.
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Post by Teddy Regpala on Oct 1, 2008 2:33:09 GMT
GB are indeed getting cheaper by the hour. But the point is getting them managed. There's no point in keeping bad ones, and maybe slightly different ones are ok, but how about those almost identical from a single burst ?
One thing I learned, we're told not to delete/format a CF card until there's a backup already (meaning two copies from different media). I haven't practiced that one yet. Maybe if I'm a pro. Backup was really emphasized.
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Post by Ding Carpio on Oct 1, 2008 3:06:25 GMT
Some good solid points you made here, gentlemen.
On the RAID0, it's really quick when doing some batch procesing on PS. But I wouldn't dare do it without backup.
On the 323, it's really the best and cheapest option I have here in the islands. The shop even offered it for 6-months zero interest on credit card so the payments don't dent. Just have to be careful with these installment lures as they could pile up to a substantial figure.
But if I had the moolah, I'd go for those 4 or 5-bay externals that connect via eSATA, then do a RAID5. That'll be rockin'! Problem with upping your online storage is you have to up your nearline and offline backups so expense is in multiples. Ahhh, expense in this hobby never ends.
Used to be an IT guy, Ted. But now I run construction for my company so moved from data network to pipe network. Wired my house myself and crimped the sockets and jacks. Lot of fun and challenges. Haven't bought a gigabit switch yet. I use the local network just for backup so speed is not yet critical. When local prices have gone down, I may try out these newfangled media server stuff.
On not deleting a CF card until there's a backup, completely agree. I carry around a Vosonic portable storage device when going on sorties. It's got a 160gb disk and a small screen that can playback even raw files. That way, I can quickly backup a CF card even on the trail.
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Post by Lydia Robledo on Oct 3, 2008 1:40:52 GMT
I am amused reading your posts even if I do not understand some jargons, and I probably will not reach that point in file management, I hope not . The good Lord Almighty loves me and will spare me (tee-hee) I just like to comment on Ding's avatar --- it's superb cropping, so sharp, I can see the rah-rah boys of Flor's farm. Your best avatar! lyd
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