myvinyl333
No longer a newbie, moving up!
- Joined
- Feb 16, 2010
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- 535
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- Location
- Eastern Iowa
- Website
- www.livegigshots.com
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- Photos OK to edit
I am considered fully disabled via workman's compensation due to a back injury, had back surgery in January that resulted in nerve damage. I finally took my D800 and tried to do some outdoor shooting for 45 mins. I did most with a tripod and only a couple hand held. I can no longer steady myself or crouch down. The end result was 2 days of severe pain. Since then I have a cane I use to help my stability while standing. I have a concert photography business, Live Gig Shots. Luckily I have 5 shooters that submit photos and reviews which keep us active. I know I will never be able to shoot shows like I have and I will not be able to carry 2 bodies an large glass. I am thinking of options. A cheap one may be to use a monopod when possible and a grip less SRL with a 24X70 or smaller mounted somehow on my body that is not around neck or non my hips? I hold out hope I can compensate. If I had the money I would look to the new Fuji or Sony line. I held a Sony A7 and it was light... Feel free to give suggestions or if you know how people get around these inconveniences:er:.