Wrong Photo In Garbage - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/09/2005 02:48:15 PM · #1

ok, i come on to check the forums, and there it is... my garbage entry :( I couldn't belive it, i had entered the wrong photo, and it is doing dismoly, 4.4 rite now, any way, my question is, is there any way to take a photo out of a contest, and not have it count against my average?

DrAchoo

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5

11/09/2005 02:50:30 PM · #2

There seem to be nebulous rules about self-DQ'ing. It has been done before, but I'm never sure when and why it can be done. Talk to a SC person, they can help.

gaurawa

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/09/2005 03:04:37 PM · #3

I believe you can ask for a self-DQ

idnic

Canon EOS-60D

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

11/09/2005 03:28:44 PM · #4

If it helps in the future, I always rename my file when I resize it for DPC with "DPC" at the end of the filename. That way I can't accidently grab the wrong one. If I revise the file and save again, I delete the first with DPC so only my entry has that name.

I know there are a billion ways to sort files, that's just one. Sorry about your mix-up.

Bear_Music

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Sony 24-70mm F4 Vario-Tessar T* FE OSS

11/09/2005 03:32:50 PM · #5

Originally posted by idnic:

I do the opposite: I START the filename with "DPC" 'cuz my filenames get pretty long and I can't always see the whole name. Plus I have a separate folder for each challenge...

R.

idnic

Canon EOS-60D

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

11/09/2005 03:36:38 PM · #6

Originally posted by bear_music:

I do the opposite: I START the filename with "DPC" 'cuz my filenames get pretty long and I can't always see the whole name. Plus I have a separate folder for each challenge...

R.

I also use seperat folders for each challenge and I put the date of shot on both the folder and the file. my filenames look a bit like this: 9Nov05FreeStudy(last 3 digits of original filename)_03DPC Is a bit lengthy, but works :)

strangeghost

Canon EOS-7D

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

11/09/2005 03:38:42 PM · #7

I believe requesting a self-DQ is as easy as asking, but you have to keep in mind that there are consequences for multiple DQs, so if one of your upcoming images is DQ'd for other reasons, you could be barred from participating in challenges for awhile. (I forget the exact rules).

hanneke

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

11/09/2005 05:03:21 PM · #8

yup, seperate folder per challenge over here too. I name the photo itself something like "garbage_final.jpg" so I'm always sure I post the right one.

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

11/09/2005 05:17:19 PM · #9

If you decide that you really do want to remove it, just click the "Request Admin Note" and put in that you'd like to self-DQ as the reason, and it will be done. As Strangeghost posted, a self-DQ counts as any other DQ, so if you are DQ'd within your next 25 submissions, you will be subject to a penalty, probably a short suspension.

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

11/09/2005 05:18:15 PM · #10

thanks everyone... I am really thinking about it now... it's not the worst photo ever, but this is the first out take of the bunch, and the lighting is pretty bad, and there is a bit of harsh shaddow... I'm really not sure what i should do...

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

11/09/2005 05:23:38 PM · #11

It is a really tough decision... if it helps at all, your situation is one of the few in which I might consider a self-DQ.
Do take the advice offered by others regarding special folders, file naming, etc. to safeguard against that mistake in the future. In particular, having a folder for each challenge, containing a second copy of your original, your full-sized edit and your resized, web-ready "final submission" is really the way to go.

Art Roflmao

Canon EOS-6D Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/09/2005 06:30:01 PM · #12

Sucks but...
Let it ride - what are you losing anyway?

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

11/09/2005 06:41:58 PM · #13

a worsened Average... but what the heck... i doubt i'll get DQ'ed in the next 28, but i guess it's just a personal thing because i'm not happy with the photo

sfalice

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS

11/09/2005 07:04:14 PM · #14

Telephoto - by leaving it in you get a lower average,
but it also makes it easier next time to get your average higher!
;.)

GinaRothfels

Olympus 8mm f/1.8 M.Zuiko Digital ED Fisheye PRO Lens

11/09/2005 07:04:50 PM · #15

Don't forget that while it will no longer affect your average, it will still show on your profile as a DQ, and people who view it may not know why it was DQ'd.

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

11/09/2005 07:57:42 PM · #16

Originally posted by GinaRothfels:

Don't forget that while it will no longer affect your average, it will still show on your profile as a DQ, and people who view it may not know why it was DQ'd.

Actually, self-DQs are removed by default.

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

11/09/2005 08:06:12 PM · #17

Ya, got my first comment, actually, it was suprisingly nice compared to other comments i have recived on better photos in my opinion... just can't stop kickijng myself... atleast i am up .1 for the time being... at least until i press the normaly addictive update buttion, lol

GinaRothfels

Olympus 8mm f/1.8 M.Zuiko Digital ED Fisheye PRO Lens

11/09/2005 08:20:16 PM · #18

Originally posted by kirbic:

Actually, self-DQs are removed by default.

Well that certainly makes a difference.

I still wouldn't rush into it though - scores can change a lot from what they start at. And you might just get some useful constructive criticism by leaving it in. Learning is more important than your average.

deapee

Kodak V803

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

11/09/2005 08:22:39 PM · #19

Originally posted by kirbic:

Originally posted by GinaRothfels:
Don't forget that while it will no longer affect your average, it will still show on your profile as a DQ, and people who view it may not know why it was DQ'd.

Actually, self-DQs are removed by default.

Can I have my self-DQ removed then, please?