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Post by shyamwestwind on Oct 23, 2008 17:53:02 GMT
    Guys and Girls, We came back after an enjoyable trip to Kodaikanal, another beautiful hill station in South India, It was monsoon time and we had really heavy rains. There were waterfalls all over and most of the time there was heavy mist and fog, but we did get lucky at times when the sun came through for a few minutes each day. I hope these pics are of the right size and I trust you'll enjoy them as much as we did. 1. A picture of the luscious rice ields at the foothills 2. The old boat houe at the Kodaikanal Lake 3. A view of the Kodaikanal Lake 4. A picture of my relation !!!!!!!!!! |
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 23, 2008 18:16:36 GMT
Excellent photos, Shyam.
Might I ask what camera you used?
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Post by shyamwestwind on Oct 23, 2008 18:33:02 GMT
Its a Canon Power Shot A 640, Pat. Its pretty good and I'm still learning and experimenting with it . Its fun, though. Glad you liked the pictures.
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 23, 2008 18:46:46 GMT
Thanks, Shyam. Is it expensive? I only ask as we are currently on the hunt for a decent camera at them moment. By the way, if those shots are experimenting ones then what will you produce when you have mastered the camera  |
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Post by shyamwestwind on Oct 24, 2008 6:42:19 GMT
Gosh Pat, there are so many things I have to learn and I have already started looking thro the manual. Its a pretty decent camera but not too professional, but I guess its more than what we amateurs need. Please link to this link for a review in Steve's Digicams and you'll have a lot of answers www.steves-digicams.com/2006_reviews/a640.htmlThe variangle lcd display is really very useful. I think its priced at around Rs.14000/- here which should work out to about 150 pound sterling, maybe less. Its good, Pat and you'll find a good friend in it. |
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 24, 2008 6:52:32 GMT
Thanks again, Shyam. I appreciate the link and advice. I will look more into this and maybe I will have a nice Christmas present |
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Post by shyamwestwind on Oct 24, 2008 8:40:54 GMT
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Post by JohnG on Oct 24, 2008 12:38:02 GMT
Cor, Shyam, am I envious. That looks SO beautiful. It's just 6.5 C here today and I'm cold! Brrrrr! Send us some sunshine I need it. I'm down with a swine of a virus at the mo'.  Boo hoo, why don't I live somewhere warm?  JohnG. P.S. Does that mean we're related? P.P.S. Piccie sizes are "spot on". I did say sorry! |
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 24, 2008 12:59:27 GMT
John, mate, if we go back far enough we are all related Interestingly, my wife's uncle was born in India. Neither of us has been but it's on the wish list |
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 24, 2008 13:00:05 GMT
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Post by shyamwestwind on Oct 24, 2008 21:00:36 GMT
As I said earlier, and I repeat now, all of you are welcome to stay with me ...... honest !!!!! Dont land up all together - thats all I ask .
JohnG, I hope you're feeling better - the crazy new viruses around are getting more and more vicious. Do take care and keep yourself warm.
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Post by Emerald Midi on Oct 24, 2008 21:15:07 GMT
As I said earlier, and I repeat now, all of you are welcome to stay with me ...... honest !!!!! Dont land up all together - thats all I ask . That's a wonderful offer, Shyam. And likewise I extend the same kindness to you and your good wife if you ever come to Ireland. |
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