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Samsung ST500,ST550 and ST1000

calvin_gsc — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:37:23 +0800

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Samsung has also released the ST550 and ST500, the world's first compact cameras with front and rear LCDs. The 3.5" touch screen LCD (1.2m dot resolution) of the ST550 and the 3.0" LCD (230k dot resolution) of the ST500, incorporate a Smart Gesture User Interface technology, enabling users to tap and browse through features. In addition both feature 1.5" 61k dot front LCDs for shooting challenges such as self-portraits. Both 12.2 MP cameras, which use the MicroSD memory format, sport optically stabilized wide-angle 4.6x optical zoom lenses starting at 27mm equivalent.

Source: Dpreview.com

More images here.

More info: PhotographyBLOG

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Samsung has released three compacts with a smattering of 'world's first' features. Top of the range is the ST1000, the first compact to offer a 3.5" touch screen LCD with 1.2 million dot (megadot?) resolution and multi-wireless connectivity. It features Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity allowing wirelessly connections to internet routers or DLNA compliant devices. Built-in GPS enables geo-tagging of images with location data. The camera, which uses MicroSD memory cards, also features built-in Intelli-Studio PC software to directly upload images online or e-mail them. The 12.1 MP camera also offers an optically stabilized 5x zoom lens (35-175mm equiv.) and HD video recording.

Source: Dpreview.com

More info: PhotographyBLOG

More images here.

Macro @ Rimba Kiara

calvin_gsc — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:32:01 +0800

Here are some of my selected shots from my macro shoot @ Rimba Kiara yesterday morning.

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KL Bird Park

calvin_gsc — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:20:56 +0800

Went to the KL Bird Park on Sunday morning. Here're some shots to share with you guys...

[WTS]Bracketron GPS Friction Dash Pad

calvin_gsc — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:21:50 +0800

Item(s): Bracketron UFM-100BL Nav-Mat GPS Friction Dash Pad

Product Description
The Nav-Mat is the most convenient mounting accessory for your portable GPS today. Using the physics of weight distribution along with high tech anti-skid materials, it creates a solid mounting base while turning your windshield mounted GPS into a dash mounted GPS. The Nav-Mat conforms to the contours of your dashboard, allowing it to work on uneven or textured surfaces while the anti-skid underside keeps the device from sliding. Designed to work with devices up to several pounds using the stock windshield suction mount sold with most popular GPS units, the Nav-Mat requires no tools for installation and can easily be moved from vehicle to vehicle or put out of sight when leaving the vehicle. Also works well with other Bracketron Windshield Mounts for mounting devices such as Satellite Radio, Cell Phones and MP3 Players.

Package includes: Bracketron UFM-100BL Nav-Mat GPS Friction Dash Pad

Price: RM60 firm

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD @ Sri Petaling/Bukit Jalil/OUG/

Contact method/details: Call/SMS 012.259.6115

Age of item: Brand new in box

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Item(s) conditions: Unopened box

Picture:

User Images from Amazon.com

Reason for sale: Not used.

[WTS]A-LEVELS BOOKS - Pre-U, Cambridge GCE

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 07:30:00 +0800

[WTS]A-LEVELS BOOKS - Pre-U, Cambridge GCE

calvin_gsc — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:18:40 +0800

Item(s):

Pure Mathematics 1 (International) (Cambridge International Examinations) (Paperback)
RM30

Economics: AS and A Level (Cambridge International Examinations) (Paperback)
RM45

Economics by John Sloman (Fourth Edition)
RM45

A-Level Economics 1980-2003 (by Cheryl Ng. S.H.) (photocopy)
-Multiple Choice Questions
-Data Response Questions
-Essay Questions
RM10

<Whole Economics Lot for RM100 with FREE Economics past year paper + marking scheme listed below>

Comprehensive Physics Vol 1 and 2 (photocopy)
RM10

Accessible Physics for A-Level: A Guided Coursebook (photocopy)
RM10

<Whole Physics Lot for RM30 with Physics past year papers listed below>

Collection of Past Year A-Levels paper (photocopy)
Physics Paper 1 (June 1994 - June 2005)
Physics Paper 2 (June 1996 - June 2005)
Mathematics (June 2000 - November 2004)
Economics Paper 1,2,3,4 (June 2000 - November 2004) + Marking Scheme
Thinking Skills Paper 1,2 (June 2001 - June 2005) + Marking Scheme

RM8 each, RM10 with marking scheme.

Dealing method: COD @ Sri Petaling/Bukit Jalil/OUG

Contact method/details: SMS/Call 012.259.6115
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Item(s) conditions: As pictured

Picture:

Reason for sale: Need to clear my book shelf

[WTS]Tamron SP AF Pro 2.0x Teleconverter

calvin_gsc — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 22:32:22 +0800

Item(s):Tamron SP AF Pro 2.0x Teleconverter (Nikon Mount)

Package includes: Tamron SP AF Pro 2.0x Teleconverter, Carrying pouch, back and front caps

Price: RM500 (Retails for RM660-690)

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD

Location of seller: Sri Petaling

Contact method/details: Call/SMS 012.259.6115

Age of item: A few months

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Item(s) conditions: 10/10 LNIB

Picture:

Reason for sale: I use my 1.4x TC more.

[WT-Offer]Laptop/Desktop Monitor Calibration

calvin_gsc — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:56:30 +0800

Item(s):Laptop LCD Monitor Calibration service using datacolor ColorVision Spyder 2 Pro

Package includes: One time monitor calibration

Price:

Laptop:

RM60 per calibration

If more than one device, RM50 for next laptop

Desktop Monitor (LCD/CRT):

RM80 per calibration (includes fuel surcharge)

Note: My Spyder 2 Pro only available for Windows Systems but I do have the Spyder 2 Express for Max OSX.

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD

Location of seller:

Evening/Night: Sri Petaling LRT station, KL. I can be at other places for an additional fee depending on how far you are.

Contact method/details: Call/SMS 012.259.6115 or MSN @ calvin_gsc@hotmail.com

Age of item: Nil

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Item(s) conditions: Nil

Picture:

Reason for sale:

Want to earn some side income.

This is most suitable for photographers and people who does a lot of post processing via Adobe Photoshop or any image processing software.

[WTS-Used] Canon PowerShot A570 IS <RM320 only>

calvin_gsc — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:23:20 +0800

Item(s): Canon PowerShot A570 IS

Package includes: Standard Accessories:

PowerShot A570 IS Body
AA-size Alkaline Battery (x2) (new)
MultiMediaCard-16M
Wrist Strap WS-800
Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
AV Cable AVC-DC300

Price: RM300

Warranty: None (applies only to USA)

Dealing method: COD/Poslaju (add Rm10)

Location of seller: Sri Petaling

Contact method/details: SMS/Call 012.259.6115

Age of item: 1 year +

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Item(s) conditions: 9/10

Picture:

Some clear scuffs can be seen at the front of the hand grip area

Reason for sale: Replaced it with a different P&S.

[WTS]SanDisk 2 GB Extreme IV CompactFlash Card

calvin_gsc — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:18:59 +0800

Item(s): SanDisk 2 GB Extreme IV CompactFlash Card with FireWire Reader ( SDCFRX4-2048-901 )

Package includes:

1 x SanDisk 2 GB Extreme IV CompactFlash Card
1 x SanDisk Extreme FireWire Reader

Price:

RRP: US$ 112.07 ~ RM390+

If bundled

My price: RM350 nego

Individual sale:
SanDisk 2 GB Extreme IV CompactFlash Card @ RM125
SanDisk Extreme FireWire Reader @ RM250

Warranty: Sandisk

Dealing method: COD/Postage via Poslaju (shipping paid by buyer)

Location of seller: Sri Petaling

Contact method/details: Call/SMS 012.259.6115

Age of item: Brand new

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Item(s) conditions: Sealed brand new in box

Picture:

Stock

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[COLLECTION]Hydrosorbent Silica Gel - 40 grams

calvin_gsc — Tue, 19 May 2009 12:58:57 +0800

[center]~~~BULK ENDED~~~

NOW: Collection Phase
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Some users in this thread in the Photography, Digital Imaging & Video Subforums are interested with this product. I decide to help bring this back from USA. Need at least 10 units for this bulk to succeed.

Mods, I am posting it here instead of Bulk Orders because I am catering this for photographers in mind. Thanks for your understanding.

Item(s): Hydrosorbent Silica Gel Desiccant 40 Gram (Protects 3 Cubic Feet) Aluminum Canister

Description:

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Provides a lifetime of protection for firearms, drawers, safes, cabinets, vaults and closets. Has a built in indicator that turns from blue to pink signaling the need for reactivation. Easy to reactivate in any oven by heating at 300 degrees for 3 hours.

# 4" Long by 2" Wide and 1/2" Tall
# Non-Toxic
# Protects three cubic feet of enclosed space
# Color coded (blue when active; pink when inactive)
# Can be reactivated easily in oven by heating to 300 degrees for 3 hours

http://www.dehumidify.com/HydrosorbentProducts.htm

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"Silica gel can adsorb about 40 percent of its weight in moisture and can take the relative humidity in a closed container down to about 40 percent."

Source:HowStuffWorks

Package includes: 1 x Hydrosorbent Silica Gel Desiccant 40 Gram (Protects 3 Cubic Feet) Aluminum Canister

MOQ: 30 units

Price: RM30 FIRM

Warranty: None

Dealing method: COD (I will be back June 30th from USA)

A non refundable deposit of RM15 for each unit is needed to make sure you don't back out.

Once I close the bulk, I will ask payment for deposit via maybank2u.

Location of seller: Sri Petaling/Bukit Jalil

Contact method/details: PM (for the moment) Please PM with quantity interested.

Picture:

Used with my Lowepro Computrekker.

Note: This listing is subject to changes. Please be aware.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900

calvin_gsc — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:34:03 +0800

I tried searching for T900 in the forums, but it seems like there are not may users out there.

Was wondering if T900 users can report in and provide us with some reviews or feedback about this camera.

I have used the T200 before and the low light capability is horrible. Even with flash, iso 400 is ok only. But the main thing that catches my attention is the 720p HD video with continuous AF during video.

Features:

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Nikon D5000

calvin_gsc — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:24:35 +0800

Nikon D5000 (RRP: with 18-55mm VR kit lens US$849.95 / body only US$729.95)

Released along with

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED

Winter Carnival 2009

calvin_gsc — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:15:58 +0800

Click above image for a simple slideshow.

I also made one for youtube with music.

[YOUTUBE]xCgzb19tRCs&fmt=22[/YOUTUBE]

For the best experience, please watch the HD version of this video.
Just click on the button below to be redirected (video will open in new window):

If this loads way too slow for you, go for the HQ version

here!

Preview:

[Tutorial]How to make Flickr a better experience?

calvin_gsc — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:58:17 +0800

How to make flickr a better experience?

I am sure a lot of us use flickr to host our photos online. So, this thread is to share how Flickr can be a better experience for everyone. These scripts allow for customization of your flickr with essential tools which I believe that most of us commonly use. Installing some of the scripts has helped me do specific tasks in a shorter time.

You will need the following:

~Firefox web browser (version 2/3)
~Greasemonkey Firefox Addon
~Greasemonkey Flickr userscripts.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

I'd assume you'd know how to install firefox.

To install the greasemonkey addon. Click on this

Once that had been installed and firefox restarted, follow the next step.

To install the flickr scripts below. Just click on INSTALL NOW which is located beneath each script description.

A window like this will pop up

Click INSTALL

and voila! You're done!

Start experiencing flickr like never before!

Below are my list of favorite scripts that make flickr better.

1.)Flickr Photo Page Enhancer

Script Summary:
Adds links to different sizes directly to a Flickr photo page, generates html code to easily copy'n paste thumbnail & description, and automatically loads your 20 most used tags when you click "Add Tag."

INSTALL NOW
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2.)Flickr Multi Group Sender

Script Summary:
It overrides the flickr "Send to Group" button above your photo/video and lets you send your Flickr image or video to multiple groups simultaneously

INSTALL NOW
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3.)Flickr AllSizes+

Script Summary:
Quickly access all sizes for a Flickr photo. Copy the photo's HTML (or BB Code), download the image sizes, and more. The script has customisable settings and auto-updates itself.

INSTALL NOW
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4.)Google Maps in Flickr

Script Summary:
Display Google Maps in flickr. Great for people who geotag their photo. Click on the "Gmap" button above your photo to activate.

INSTALL NOW
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5.)Flickr Auto Page

Script Summary:
Infinite Scrolling for Flickr: this greasemonkey script removes the need to go from pages to pages in Flickr by automatically expanding the display when you scroll. It works on discussion boards, photostream and etc. As long there are multiple pages in the Flickr page, it will load itself once you scroll down.

INSTALL NOW

Disclaimer:

I am not taking any credit for the scripts created. I am merely sharing them. The creators solely own the copyrights. Some photos are linked to the owner's link. This tutorial is also subject to updates and edits. If there are any errors, please report them to me. Thank you.

Some scripts might interfere with one another. So, it's a mix and match of the scripts that you want to use. They usually interfere with one another if the scripts provides the same function or uses a specific part of the flickr page. If you face a non working script. Disable all the scripts and enable them one by one to test.

Malacca

calvin_gsc — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:13:12 +0800

Was done in Malacca on Monday. Here are some of the shots from the trip.

[WTS]Spongebob - Authentic Nickelodeon Merchandise

calvin_gsc — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:02:09 +0800

All items listed here are purchased from Nickelodeon Merchandise store in Nickelodeon Universe in Mall of America,Minneapolis (USA)

All are genuine/original Nickelodeon Merchandise.

Item(s):

Key Chains

Model A1 (Qty Available: 4)

Model A2 (Qty Available: 3)

Lapel Pins

Model B1 (Qty Available: 8)

Model B2 (Qty Available: 4)

Back View
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v246/cal...8726640x480.jpg

Model B3 (Qty Available: 5)

Model B4 (Qty Available: 2)

Back View
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v246/cal...8759640x480.jpg

Button with Pin

Model C1 (Qty Available: 8)

Package includes: The item itself

Price:

Key Chains & Lapel Pins : RM15 with shipping via Poslaju

Button: RM10 with shipping via Poslaju

If you buy 3 or more, some slight discounts is possible.

Warranty: None

Dealing method:

COD: ONLY in Sri Petaling(near Bukit Jalil) area

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By Shipping and payment via Maybank2u. PM me for payment details.

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Contact method/details: SMS Calvin @ 012-2401191 or MSN Calvin @ calvin_gsc@hotmail.com
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Item(s) conditions: Brand new

Reason for sale: Side income

iPhone firmware 2.2

calvin_gsc — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:44:52 +0800

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/21/iphone-...-available-now/

Don't update unless you have legitimate unlocked iPhone from Apple.

RED's Digital Still and Motion Camera System

calvin_gsc — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 22:07:38 +0800

You could start of with something as simple as this...

Or configure it till it looks like this

View a whole series of information for the world's first DSMC (Digital Stills and Motion Camera) System.

http://www.red.com/epic_scarlet/

Configure the system as you want it

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How many MP do you need? (4.9MP-261MP) How many fps do you need? (25-120fps)

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You could even change the sensor size!

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Shoot 3D stills and motion

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Best of all, it supports interchangeable mounts. You could use Nikon or Canon lenses on this beast.

Fall Foliage

calvin_gsc — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:33:00 +0800

Shot by D300 all with Tokina 12-24mm and one with Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8 (shot with red leaves)