Did you get or gift anything photography related for Christmas?

[RowdyRay]

Even if you bought it for yourself. Lol.

Got the usual stuff. Can't wait to try out the 6 pack of hot sauces from the adult exchange. My boys gave me a Corsair Strafe RGB gaming keyboard. Really awesome. Already have the Corsair M65 mouse.

I hinted about the photography stuff. No go. Got a small Christmas bonus, so I bought myself a Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT. Being a cheapskate doesn't mean buying cheap things. Prefer to buy quality items at a good price. Did a lot of research. Got it for 66.00 on Ebay. Came today. This thing is a tank. Didn't buy a ball head for a reason. Want to see how stable this is. Then go from there. May have some questions.

https://www.vanguardworld.us/photo_video_us/alta-pro-263at.html

 

[webestang6430]

I got one of those camera lens mugs.....it says Caniam on it....LOL

 

[Vtec44]

I bought my self a new home thermostat. The one I have now is broke so my home furnace won't turn on. . Nothing fancy but it should get the job done.

 

[RowdyRay]

I got one of those camera lens mugs.....it says Caniam on it....LOL

Ha! Have one of those. Thought I found the thrift store bargain of the century. Had it behind the counter with the good stuff. My heart did a little pitter patter. Looks real from a distance. Nope, just a mug. Had to buy it for 1.95. Lol.

 

[katsrevenge]

My fiance gave my this funny little thing. It looks like a lot of fun. Need some decent weather to properly play with it.

 

[BananaRepublic]

No

 

[Fred von den Berg]

I got a book from my wife and daughter with week-for-week creative photo projects and tasks. It's a very interesting read and I'm looking forward to putting it into practice.

 

[SquarePeg1]

Gifted myself two lenses: Fuji 23mm f2 and Fuji 35mm f2. Thank you self Santa!

Photography related... my sister-in-law made one of those photo calendars for my mom and 11 of the family photos of the grandchildren that she used were mine. Had she asked me, I would have sent her the full res versions. Instead she pulled them from Facebook and the quality is terrible!

 

[Designer]

I bought myself two (2) new (old) lenses; a Nikon 200mm f/4 (excellent condition), and a Nikon 135 f/3.5 in junk condition, but it looks useable. Other than a quick couple of shots to verify function, I haven't actually used them. I've got several new (old) lenses that I need to put through their paces when I get time.

My dear sweet wife bought me a pair of walking sticks that I plan to use as a make-shift bipod when out walking. Haven't used them yet.

I bought and gifted a (used) Nikon D5000 to my son and DIL. She squealed with delight when she opened it. Mission accomplished.

 

[terri58 1]

Gifted myself two lenses: Fuji 23mm f2 and Fuji 35mm f2. Thank you self Santa!

Photography related... my sister-in-law made one of those photo calendars for my mom and 11 of the family photos of the grandchildren that she used were mine. Had she asked me, I would have sent her the full res versions. Instead she pulled them from Facebook and the quality is terrible!

Wow. That's a no-win situation, eh? I don't guess there's any way to get those points across without making her feel badly about it. Likely she thought you'd be flattered.

 

[Destin]

I bought myself a bunch a few months ago and called it an early Christmas gift.

Just ordered a couple new wired shutter releases since I dropped my last one in a puddle of salt water at Acadia.. you could call that a Christmas gift.

No actual photography related gifts for Christmas, but lots of stuff I’ll use while on adventures taking photos: Casio G Shock watch, Oakley Sunglasses, some new flannel shirts, north face sweaters, etc. Between my sister, parents, and girlfriend I had an excellent Christmas.

 

[Destin]

My fiance gave my this funny little thing. It looks like a lot of fun. Need some decent weather to properly play with it.
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What the heck is it?

 

[acparsons]

A 32 inch monitor, but I haven't had much time to do any photography.

 

[SquarePeg1]

Gifted myself two lenses: Fuji 23mm f2 and Fuji 35mm f2. Thank you self Santa!

Photography related... my sister-in-law made one of those photo calendars for my mom and 11 of the family photos of the grandchildren that she used were mine. Had she asked me, I would have sent her the full res versions. Instead she pulled them from Facebook and the quality is terrible!

Wow. That's a no-win situation, eh? I don't guess there's any way to get those points across without making her feel badly about it. Likely she thought you'd be flattered.

I’m totally ok with her using the photos and yes a little flattered but horrified that anyone would see it and know those low res noisy looking photos are mine! You nailed it that it’s no win. there’s no way to say anything without sounding assy.

 

[Destin]

Gifted myself two lenses: Fuji 23mm f2 and Fuji 35mm f2. Thank you self Santa!

Photography related... my sister-in-law made one of those photo calendars for my mom and 11 of the family photos of the grandchildren that she used were mine. Had she asked me, I would have sent her the full res versions. Instead she pulled them from Facebook and the quality is terrible!

Wow. That's a no-win situation, eh? I don't guess there's any way to get those points across without making her feel badly about it. Likely she thought you'd be flattered.

I’m totally ok with her using the photos and yes a little flattered but horrified that anyone would see it and know those low res noisy looking photos are mine! You nailed it that it’s no win. there’s no way to say anything without sounding assy.

You’re much more politically correct than I ever could be and I applaud that.

My family knows that I’m an @$$hole and has come to expect it, so I’d say something with my usual sarcastic tone. But then, I’m the guy who’s currently reading a book titled, “The subtle art of not giving a F$%#.”