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 to the relevant comments: @DesmondHume Your assessment of the A7 III being the biggest leap in Sony’s lineup is well-founded. The improvements in build quality, battery life, autofocus , and dual card slots make it a more future-proof option. Given the price difference in your market, the A7 III does seem like a no-brainer (obvious choice). @frogallic Market fluctuations are unpredictable, but if you’re set on getting a deal, keeping an eye on used markets or seasonal sales might help. @Mouxbar & @renepawlitzek7298 Manual vintage lenses on an A7 series camera offer a unique shooting experience. Fujinon and Contax Zeiss glass are excellent choices—some of the best in the legacy lens world. @POVwithRC Digital photo frames returning to relevance is indeed amusing. The resurgence of retro tech always seems cyclical. @EcclecticNerd Pentax users definitely have a different perspective on autofocus speed . Sony menus can be divisive, but adaptabilit...

Thirty years ago, Minolta and Agfa teamed up to make something strange. Two cameras came from it: the Minolta RD-175 and the Agfa Actioncam . Both launched in 1995. Both built on the Dynax 500si . 1.75MP sensor (1528x1146) . 2.0x crop factor . ISO 800, no more, no less . Price? $9,500 USD . Big sensors cost a fortune back then. Look at Kodak’s DCS line. Minolta and Agfa found another way. Three tiny 380,000-pixel CCDs (768x394) , split by a prism. The camera combined them into a final 1.75MP image . A wild idea. A bold experiment. Did it work? Here’s how it compares: Kodak EOS-1n DCS 3c (1995) vs. Agfa Actioncam (1995) Flickr album Agfa Actioncam (1995) vs. Kodak DCS 520 (1998) Flickr album Agfa Actioncam (1995) vs. Nikon D500 (2016) Flickr album Fujix DS-505 (1994) vs. Minolta RD-175 (1995) Flickr album Minolta RD-175 (1995) vs. Minolta RD-3000 (1999) Flickr album Minolta RD-175 (1995) vs. Lumix GF2 (2011) Flickr album What do you think? Ever used on...

 If your GoPro is creating multiple files per video , the additional files could serve different purposes. Here’s a breakdown of common extra files you might see: 1. MP4 Files (GXO####.MP4) – The Main Video Your video is likely split into multiple parts due to file size limitations, especially in high-resolution formats (4K/5K, high bitrate, or long recordings). You need to merge them in editing software to get the full video. 2. LRV Files (GXO####.LRV) – Low-Resolution Preview These are Low-Resolution Video (LRV) files used for faster playback on your GoPro app. If you're browsing on your GoPro or editing in the app , it uses these for smooth performance. Not needed if you're transferring full-quality files. 3. THM Files (GXO####.THM) – Thumbnail Images These are tiny thumbnail images used to display previews on your GoPro or app. Not part of the actual video. 4. WAV Files (Audio Separates in Some Modes) If enabled, GoPro might save separate audio tracks (for example, RA...

 \ Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Timeline VS Fashion Show Events World Events Notable Artists Year First VS Fashion Show at the Plaza Hotel in NYC. O.J. Simpson found not guilty. Models:  Stephanie Seymour, Veronica Webb.  Photographer:  Russell James. Nineteen Ninety-Five Show gains traction, still invite-only. Dolly the sheep is cloned. Models:  Tyra Banks, Karen Mulder.  Photographer:  Herb Ritts. Nineteen Ninety-Six Naomi Campbell walks for VS. Hong Kong returns to China. Models:  Naomi Campbell, Helena Christensen.  Art Dir.:  Edward Razek. Nineteen Ninety-Seven First Fantasy Bra worn by Tyra Banks. Google is founded. Models:  Tyra Banks, Heidi Klum.  Photographer:  Mario Testino. Nineteen Ninety-Eight First online broadcast crashes VS’s site. Y2K fears intensify. Models:  Heidi Klum, Laetitia Casta.  Creative Dir.:  Ed Razek. Nineteen Ninety-Nine Gisele wears the $15M Red Hot Fantasy Bra. Sydney hosts...

Time Lines and Victoria Secret Fashion Show

 Certainly! Here's the revised version of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Timeline without the year column, placing the year text in the "World Events" column and adding the "Notable Artists" column as per your request: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Timeline Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Events World Events Notable Artists (Models, Photographers, Art Directors, Designers, etc.) First Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show held at the Plaza Hotel in New York. O.J. Simpson found not guilty in his murder trial. (1995) Models: Stephanie Seymour, Veronica Webb. Photographer: Russell James. Show gains traction but remains a small, invite-only event. Dolly the sheep, the first cloned mammal, is born. (1996) Models: Tyra Banks, Karen Mulder. Photographer: Herb Ritts. Naomi Campbell walks in one of her first VS shows. Hong Kong returns to Chinese control. (1997) Models: Naomi Campbell, Helena Christensen. Art Director: Edward Razek. Victoria’...

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Timeline VS Fashion Show Events World Events Notable Artists First VS Fashion Show at the Plaza Hotel in NYC. O.J. Simpson found not guilty.  (1995) Tyra Banks, Claudia Schiffer Show gains traction, still invite-only. Dolly the sheep is cloned.  (1996) Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista Naomi Campbell walks for VS. Hong Kong returns to China.  (1997) Heidi Klum, Tyra Banks First Fantasy Bra worn by Tyra Banks. Google is founded.  (1998) Gisele Bündchen, Tyra Banks First online broadcast crashes VS’s site. Y2K fears intensify.  (1999) Tyra Banks, Stephanie Seymour Gisele wears the $15M Red Hot Fantasy Bra. Sydney hosts the Olympics.  (2000) Gisele Bündchen, Adriana Lima First TV broadcast on ABC. 9/11 attacks shake the world.  (2001) Heidi Klum, Tyra Banks Angel Wings become a signature. Euro currency is introduced.  (2002) Gisele Bündchen, Adriana Lima Show moves to CBS, expanding reach. Space Shuttle Columbia disaste...

  Fujifilm X-T4 vs. Sony A6700 & Other Sony APS-C Cameras Fujifilm’s X-T4 is often compared to Sony’s A6700 , as both are APS-C mirrorless cameras aimed at hybrid shooters . However, Sony’s autofocus system and video features are ahead , while Fujifilm offers superior ergonomics, color science, and in-camera aesthetics . 1. Fujifilm X-T4 vs. Sony A6700 (Direct Rival) Feature Fujifilm X-T4 Sony A6700 Sensor 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans IV 26MP APS-C BSI CMOS (better low-light) IBIS (Stabilization) ✅ 6.5 stops (stronger) ✅ 5 stops Autofocus Good, but not Sony-level Best-in-class AI autofocus (like Sony A7R V) Burst Shooting 15 fps (mech.), 20 fps (elec.) 11 fps (mech.), 120 fps (AI tracking mode) Video 4K 60fps, 10-bit 4:2:2 4K 120fps , 10-bit 4:2:2 (no crop) Color Science Excellent, film simulations Neutral, better for post-processing Ergonomics Classic dials, great feel Small grip, but good layout Battery Life 500-600 shots ~700 sho...

  Fujifilm X-T4 vs. Sony A6700 & Other Sony APS-C Cameras Fujifilm’s  X-T4  is often compared to  Sony’s A6700 , as both are  APS-C mirrorless cameras  aimed at  hybrid shooters . However,  Sony’s autofocus system and video features are ahead , while  Fujifilm offers superior ergonomics, color science, and in-camera aesthetics . 1. Fujifilm X-T4 vs. Sony A6700 (Direct Rival) Feature Fujifilm X-T4 Sony A6700 Sensor 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans IV 26MP APS-C BSI CMOS (better low-light) IBIS (Stabilization) ✅ 6.5 stops (stronger) ✅ 5 stops Autofocus Good, but  not Sony-level Best-in-class AI autofocus  (like Sony A7R V) Burst Shooting 15 fps (mech.), 20 fps (elec.) 11 fps (mech.), 120 fps (AI tracking mode) Video 4K 60fps, 10-bit 4:2:2 4K 120fps , 10-bit 4:2:2 (no crop) Color Science Excellent,  film simulations Neutral,  better for post-processing Ergonomics Classic dials, great feel Small grip, but good layout Battery Life 500-...

Here's the updated chart with RPG and Mathematics categories added where needed: Category Blog Name Photography Photography 647 Photography with Joe Web Development Websites Education (History & English) Teaching History and English Education (General) Teaching + Learning Specialists (rough draft) Pop Culture POP CULTURE Links & Resources Links2014 Notes & Drafts NOTES WORKING ON Tasks & Organization To Do list Obscure Words floccinaucinihilipilification honorificabilitudinitatibus Secret/Private Blogs Scholx GreatguyTV Secret Blog Fiction & Writing The-Adventures-of-Candice-1001 Legal Studies Law Schools, Notes Role-Playing Games (RPGs) GodsofRPG Spelljamming AD&D-Saga of the 1000 And One Heroes -- Tri-Worlds Campaign 2016 Dungeon Masters Secret Notes Future Oriek Reposts -AD&D prime - Links to other Sources Players Book - Saga AD&D - Dungeons and Dragons ...

Tony & Chelsea Northrup’s YouTube channel stands as an anomaly in the photography space—eschewing the vacuous platitudes of influencer culture in favor of substantive, empirically grounded discourse. Their content is predicated on rigorous technical scrutiny rather than the performative exuberance that saturates much of the genre. Tony’s analytical exactitude, informed by empirical testing and statistical methodology, juxtaposes well with Chelsea’s intuitive, aesthetic-driven approach, yielding a dialectic that is both intellectually and creatively stimulating. Their willingness to interrogate industry dogma—whether deconstructing brand mythology or scrutinizing the commercial viability of photography as a profession—imbues their content with a degree of integrity that is increasingly rare. Yet, for all their merits, the channel is not without its peccadilloes. Their increasing predilection for clickbait-adjacent titling introduces an unwarranted sensationalism that belies the rig...