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Hello My name is Paolo but you probably guessed that by my user name. I live in Sydney and do most of my photography here.

I'm tired of using monikers on forums cause people never really identify with you unless your pseudonym is something spectacular in which case they might be a little dissappointed if they ever run into you because they've conjured up an image akin to a super hero or a shadowy creature of the night, so I'll just go with Paolo this time around cause that's my name and you can think what you like once you read what I have to say.

Anyhow, I have a passion for photography which seems to grow the more I immerse myself in it. It's a severe addiction I must confess that is not long in the making but I get through it by buying beat up old rangefinders and giving them CPR then putting a roll of film through them and thinking what an awesome camera fixerupperer I am. LOL.

Thanks goes out to Camera Labs reviews (Specifically, Gordon) where I learnt an incredible amount about the various models out there and also pointed friends here whenever I was asked to advise on cameras. I figured there was nothing I could impart to my friends that could not be done in better detail and more informed than here.

Currently I use a m4/3 Panasonic GF1 mostly with the 20mm pancake lens due to it's size and manual features on the body but also I collect old rangefinder film cameras and like nothing more than to go retro for a day and pack a couple of my old Yashica Electro 35's around for some fun street photography.

I am also currently gathering information about full frame DLSR's and hence why I finally decided to join the forum cause although I love a compact body camera I do beleive it is time for me to scratch that itch for low light, extreme definition, fast shutters, Shallow DOF and everything a semi-pro full frame DSLR can offer. This was part of the plan when I bought the GF1. It is a trustly little soldier and no doubt it will continue to serve me as a 'compact camera substitute' with grunt but it's time to bring out the big guns now cause I am pushing its capabilities and want more now. Probably will look at aquiring something by August 2011. I'm hoping for a new Nikon or Canon large sensor release. D800 or 5Dmkiii perhaps?

Anyhow, that's me.
Cheers,
Paolo

Welcome mate, nice intro!

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I take pictures so quickly, my highschool was "Continuous High".

Welcome onboard, mate

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Canon DSLRs: 5D Mark III, 7D
Canon lenses: 17-40/4L, 24-105/4L, 24/1.4L II, 50/1.4, 85/1.8, 100/2.8L Macro, 70-200/2.8L IS, 100-400L
Other stuff: Canon 580 EX II, Canon 430EX II, Velbon Sherpa 600R
Apple: MacBook Pro 15", iMac 27", iPad III, iPhone 4S, Apple TV

My deviantART

Welcome to the forum Paolo!

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Camera: Canon 550D with battery grip
Lenses: Canon 24-105mm f/4L, Canon 50mm f1.4, Canon 18-55mm, Tamron 70-300mm,
Accessories: Manfrotto 055XPROB with 808RC4 head, Canon 430ex II speedlite, Lowepro Nova 180AW and Lowepro Pro Runner 450AW

Oh that is so lame, every hot girl who can aim a camera thinks she’s a photographer -Stewie Griffin

Welcome on board Paolo! Hope you're enjoying your GF1 kit - it's a nice combo with that 20mm lens.

Thanks for the Welcome guys.

Gordon, I'm extremely happy with the GF1 kit. The 20mm lens is top notch.

A friendly welcome from this American

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Jason

Just a new guy learning his way

Film: Olympus XA2
Digital: Nikon D3100 w/SB-600: , Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G, Tokina 12-24MM F4 Pro II

My Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jkmcdonald/

My Blog: http://jmcdonaldphotography.tumblr.com/

Welcome to the forums, Paolo! I'm glad that you're enjoying your GF1, and hopefully you'll enjoy your full-frame camera when you upgrade!

-Evan

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-Evan

Gear: 7 Nikon Nikkor AI-S and AF-S lenses, SB-700 flash, Nikon D7000, Nikon FM, variety of accessories

"There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs."
- Ansel Adams

Again, thanks for the warm welcome everyone.