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Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club.

 

Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Cub Scout Pack 966 Awards Banquet formal photos photographed Saturday, March 11, 2017 at the Medallion Club. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017.

 

The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

The Rack Room Shoes, Lodi Outlet Mall photographed Friday, March 10, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

 

Rack Room Shoes and Rack Room Shoes Clearance Outlet have merged to bring a bigger, better selection to Ohio Station Outlets.

Rack Room Shoes offers the latest fashions for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual and athletic categories; now at even further discounted prices. https://www.rackroomshoes.com/

Ohio Station Outlet Mall Unit #500

330-948-9202

Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Shoes for men, women and children in comfort, dress, casual, and athletic categories make Rack Room Shoes the family footwear retailer of choice. The company offers a wide selection of nationally recognized brands known for their quality. Rack Room Shoes also offers an assortment of exclusive private brands commissioned from the best manufacturers in the business. Their private brands offer customers great styles and outstanding values, which translates into satisfied, loyal, repeat customers.

The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017.

 

The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Ashland photographed Thursday, March 9, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

A relaxing hotel near Ashland University.

Stay in the heart of the rolling Ohio countryside at the contemporary new Hampton Inn & Suites Ashland hotel. Located just off of I-71 at State Route 250, our hotel offers easy access to Mohican State Park and the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Choose one of our guest rooms or studio suites and enjoy free WiFi, free hot breakfast and our clean and fresh Hampton beds®.

You’ll feel right at home with a microwave and mini-fridge in every room. Connect to free WiFi and surf the web or watch your favorite shows on the 50-inch HDTV. Upgrade your room selection for extra space and a sofa bed, or choose a suite for even more space and a mini bar. Their contemporary rooms are available with one king-sized bed or two queen-sized beds.

Take a dip in our heated indoor pool or enjoy an invigorating workout in our 24-hour fitness center. If you’re traveling for work, you’ll find their business center handy with access to computers, printing and faxing capabilities. Their Suite Shop is open 24 hours a day, offering snacks drinks and travel essentials. With 1,200 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, their Ashland hotel can accommodate up to 125 guests for your next business event or social gathering.

The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017.

 

The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

The SpringHill Suites Dayton North photographed Wednesday, March 8, 2017. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

 

Infuse your trip with innovation and inspiration at the SpringHill Suites Dayton North. Our state-of-the-art hotel offers an unparalleled location just moments away from the Dayton International Airport (DAY), University of Dayton, Wright Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), the I-70/I-75 Interchange, Historic Oregon District and Downtown Dayton. After an unforgettable day exploring the Birthplace of Aviation grab a signature cocktail in their lounge and unwind by the outdoor fire pit. Sleep soundly with plush bedding and wake up with help from their complimentary breakfast buffet offering healthy and hearty choices for every taste. They’ll even enable you to stay fit with our modern fitness center featuring a variety of cardio equipment and free weights. You can also indulge in an invigorating splash in their indoor pool. Their spacious suites offer complimentary Wi-Fi which is also available throughout their lobby and meeting spaces.

The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed “Back to the 80’s” and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live.

The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366) The Glass Axis Glassierade photographed Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Glass Axis in Columbus, Ohio. The groups 30th anniversary annual fund raiser was themed "Back to the 80’s" and featured glass blowing demonstrations, a raffle of goodies, the Melty Crue food truck, custom drinks from Karate Cowboy and The Reaganomics playing live. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

James DeCamp Photography has been honored to be a proud sponsor of the Komen Race for the Cure® in Columbus, Ohio since 2010 and a sponsor of the Athens Komen Race for the Cure® since its inception in 2015.

We are sponsors to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures.

By sponsoring we are investing in the lives of the people closest to us — the people of our community — our families, colleagues, neighbors and friends.

In 2013-2014,the Susan G. Komen Columbus® Afilliate invested more than $1,000,000 into the Central Ohio area community by awarding grants in a 30 county area to provide free breast cancer resources and funding breast cancer research. Through their community grants program, the following has been achieved:

Susan G. Komen Columbus® continues to fund one of Ohio’s largest program of free breast cancer treatments, services and support. Susan G. Komen Columbus® has played a critical role in every major advancement in the fight against breast cancer since 1993. They have transformed how the world talks about and addresses this disease, helping turn millions of breast cancer patients into breast cancer survivors. As the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network of survivors and activists, they work to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with decision makers and community leaders.

They have made major progress over the years, but there is still more work to be done.

Local sponsorship is critical to our being able to support local breast cancer programs and national research grants. Sponsor gifts help underwrite Race expenses and, along with entry fees and donations from Race participants, go directly toward funding breast cancer services and research.

Susan G. Komen Columbus® began in 1993 by a group of motivated and hardworking volunteers. That same passion, carried on throughout the years by thousands of volunteers and dedicated board and staff members, has sustained Komen Columbus and enabled us to raise more than $27 million; $16 million of that has been granted to support local programs, $280,000 in targeted small grants, and $5 million has supported global research.

Through events like the Komen Columbus Race for the Cure®, Komen Columbus invests 75 percent of its net income to support vital local breast health services in our 30-county service area, and dedicates the remaining net income – 25 percent – to national research to find the cures.

The 2nd Annual Komen Athens Race for the Cure® photographed Sunday, October 23, 2016 on the Ohio University Campus. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Komen Columbus Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace.

 

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Spare Nothing for the Cure photographed Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace. (© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

(© James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

 

 

Why do we fundraise for breast cancer cures?

  • Because 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.
  • Because every 19 seconds, somewhere in the world, a case of breast cancer is diagnosed in a woman.
  • Because every 60 seconds, somewhere in the world, someone dies from breast cancer; every 13 minutes, one woman in the U.S. will lose her life to breast cancer.
  • Because breast cancer knows no boundaries. It affects people of every age, gender, socio-economic status and location.
  • Because at the current rate, 13 million breast cancer deaths will occur around the world in the next 25 years.
  • Because it’s time to go beyond breast cancer awareness. It’s time to take action!

Take Action

We can fight these statistics together. Join the breast cancer movement by fundraising for Race for the Cure®.

Your fundraising has the power to make a true impact. Just consider how far we have come, thanks in part to supporters like you:

  • Race for the Cure® has raised more than $2 billion to help fund research, education, screening and treatment.
  • In 1980, the 5-year relative survival rate for women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer was about 74 percent. Today, that number is 99 percent.
  • Since our founding in 1982, Susan G. Komen’s national research program has invested in cutting-edge research that has helped make major breakthroughs possible.
  • Funding for discoveries in genetics and biology has led to personalized, less-invasive breast cancer treatments to replace the less-effective “one-treatment-fits-all” approach.

Race for the Cure® is your opportunity to turn your support for the breast cancer movement into action. Prove that you are More Than Pink™, and help us end breast cancer forever.

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I will admit that I am a Canon bigot – I love Canon and have exclusively used their cameras and lenses for more than 30 years. I have always bought Canon lenses rather than other brands, partly because of loyalty, but also because their products are awesome and they have always fit my needs, namely fast glass.

A quick rundown of my equipment list (HERE) shows how I love prime lenses, bokeh and fast glass, to that end, I am VERY excited about the new lenses announced by Sigma this week. I have used Sigma art series lenses before while doing contract work for zulily and was very impressed with them Their all metal construction and heavy feel is very reassuring.

 

First up is the Sigma 14mm ƒ/1.8 DG HSM Art which is touted as the worlds first ƒ/1.8 prime lens at the 14mm focal length. I love, love, love my Canon EF 14mm ƒ/2.8L II USM, but I’m really looking forward to getting my hands on this lens and experimenting with the bokeh it can create.

SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art

“The SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art is the true high-speed ultra-wide-angle lens for which so many photographers have been waiting. Although some zoom lenses are available that can cover 14mm, the large diameter delivering F1.8 brightness is a singular advantage. Going beyond fast shutter speed, this lens can capture a swarm of fireflies with crystal clarity, a beautiful bokeh effect, and outstanding control of light streaking.” – Sigma

This fast wide prime features the same large aspherical element used in the Sigma 12-24mm F4 Art to control distortion and create stunning imagery. An updated Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM) provides fast and accurate autofocus while 3 Premium FLD and 4 SLD glass elements control chromatic aberration and sagittal comma flare. Building on the highly reputable Art line, the Sigma 14mm ƒ/1.8 DG HSM Art is designed to resolve the latest high megapixel DSLR sensors. Like each and every Global Vision Lens, the Sigma 14mm ƒ/1.8 DG HSM Art is handcrafted at our single factory in Aizu, Japan and undergoes individual evaluation before leaving Sigma’s facility.


 

 

Next up is the Sigma 20mm ƒ/1.4 DG HSM Art which is said to be a state of the art wide-angle prime lens designed for Full Frame cameras but will work with APS-C sensors as well

I loved my Canon FD version of the 20mm circa 1987. It was tack sharp, but the EOS version of this lens was introduced in 1992 and this is a focal length that Canon has been sadly lacking in updates for decades now.
About 15 years ago I bought a Canon EF 20mm ƒ/2.8 USM and returned it about two weeks later. It was, simply put, a terrible lens. It wasn’t very sharp wide open, was terrible in the corners and had an unacceptable amount of distortion to it. Thinking I maybe got a runt of the litter, I borrowed two other lenses over time and found they all had the same shortfalls. That Canon has let this focal length be neglected for more than 30 years is a shame.

So when Sigma announced a REALLY fast 20mm I was in love, and the reviews seem to be in line with other Sigma glass – Outstanding!

 

Sigma 20mm ƒ/1.4 DG HSM Art

 

Using over 50 years of lens making experience, particularly the knowledge gained from the 35mm ƒ/1.4 Art and the 24mm ƒ/1.4 Art, the 20mm ƒ/1.4 Art is the widest large aperture Art lens to date. The latest optical design allows for the utmost in image quality with careful attention paid to edge to edge performance. Through decades of experience in lens design and Sigma Global Vision lens manufacturing, the 20mm incorporates both “F” Low Dispersion (FLD) glass, and five Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass in a design of 15 elements in 11 groups. The combination of advanced optics and optimized lens power distribution minimizes spherical aberration, axial chromatic aberration and field curvature, producing outstanding image quality. With class leading performance, this lens is ideal for landscape photography, videography, astrophotography, lowlight/indoor photography and event photography.

As with all Global Vision lines, the 20mm will be tested using the proprietary “A1” measuring system ensuring the highest standard of operation. The Sigma 20mm Art is compatible with the USB dock to update and customize and is also compatible with the Mount Conversion Service. A staple procedure for the Global Vision lines, every lens will be tested using the proprietary “A1” measuring system.


 

 

I love my Canon 135mm ƒ/2.0 and will probably keep it around, but I am excited about the new Sigma 135mm 1.8 DG HSM Art which is a medium telephoto prime lens designed for modern high megapixel DSLRs. Yes, that extra light is worth spending a bucket for, and I’m sure I will be adding this to my stable soon.  Thats the reason I have a Canon 50mm ƒ/1.0 instead of the ƒ/1.2 and a 200mm ƒ/1.8 instead of the ƒ/2.0.

Okay, well maybe THIS has something to do with it too :-0

 

Sigma 135mm 1.8 DG HSM Art

“With resolution so crystal-clear that individual hairs can be discerned in a portrait, this large-diameter lens also delivers a beautiful bokeh effect, giving photographers everything they need. It is ideal for close-ups and full-body shots, with subjects standing out against a pleasantly blurred background.” – Sigma

A new large Hyper Sonic Motor produces significant torque to the focusing group for better speed while the acceleration sensor detects the position of the lens and compensates for such factors as gravity to help aid in focusing performance. This state-of-the-art prime lens touts a dust and splash proof construction for guaranteed performance in any condition and its large 1.8 Fstop allows for more creative control over imagery. A stunning compression effect make the Sigma 135mm ƒ/1.8 Art the ideal portrait lens while its large aperture help with event photography and much more. Like each and every Global Vision Lens, the Sigma 135mm ƒ/1.8 DG HSM Art is handcrafted at our single factory in Aizu, Japan and undergoes individual evaluation before leaving Sigma’s facility.

Josh Begley has created a number of wonderful and informative videos in the last couple of years. Titling himself as a ‘Data Artist’, he has taken public documents and made them into moving art, literally.  This installment in his portfolio is no different and simply shows the front page of the New York Times through its 164 year history.

With five rows of nine newspapers, viewers travel at high velocity through the last 164 years of America’s news. The New York Times published its first issue on September 18, 1851 when the paper is all text, the video quickly advances to the first use of pictures, while the first photos published by the paper appeared in a Sunday magazine in 1896, May 29, 1910 marks the first front page photographed published by the Times.  The video continues with larger black-and-white photos taking over the page, and finally today’s predominantly color photo-oriented front pages (The first color photograph appeared on the front page in 1997).

What’s striking about the piece is that it captures the inevitability of change, with what must have been huge news items flashing perpetually across the screen, framed by the constancy of institutions, as much as the world morphs and evolves across the page, the masthead up top remains unbroken.

His previous videos have included Google street views of every officer involved shooting in 2016 (LINK HERE) and a voyage across the US-Mexico border, stitched together from 200,000 satellite images  (LINK HERE).

 

Every NYT front page since 1852 from Josh Begley on Vimeo.

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School.  Radio legend the Torg with former Buckeye Football stars Zach Boren and Matt Finkes broadcast on EBSN as they irreverently break down the latest in the world of sports and pop culture.

 

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)

Two Jocks & A Sniffer photographed Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Ohio Media School. (James D. DeCamp | http://JamesDeCamp.com | 614-367-6366)