[campbellcj]

Originally Posted by TimT

Thanks.... besides the HDR processing what else is done with the images? is that the total capture?

I applied some USM (sharpening) and cropped after the HDR processing.

any thoughts on this lens? thinking of adding it to my arsenal.. I recently got a 50mm F1.4 Pentax lens that is amazing

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/463426-REG/Sigma_581109_18_50mm_f_2_8_EX_DC.html

Yep you can't go wrong with a "fast 50". I don't know too much about Sigma lenses but I have one (the 50-500mm "Bigma") and have been happy with it. The EX series has a good reputation overall.

maybe we need a dedicated photo geek equipment thread.....

LOL, I am a certifiable gearhead but already spend way too much time on photography sites not to mention PPOT of course.