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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

08/06/2006 06:30:41 PM · #1

I'm looking into purchasing a gallery to post my photos on. I currently have a photobucket, but that is FAR from anything nice....basically just somewhere to store things.

I really like the looks of smugmug...just seems to be more professional, but I don't know a lot about these two sites.

Which one do you suggest?

Nikon D200

08/06/2006 06:32:45 PM · #2

Smugmug, definitely! Customization is incredible, and customer service can't be beat. If you do go Smugmug, feel free to use this discount code. :)

Seriously though, I've never been anything but pleased with Smugmug's service or their prints. Also, I've never had a client complain about the quality of their prints, which is phenomenal to say the least.

Good luck to you whatever you decide.

Message edited by author 2006-08-06 18:35:32.

ButterflySis

Canon EOS-50D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

08/06/2006 06:42:05 PM · #3

I love Smugmug. Love the unlimited space.

If anyone else needs a code mine is below.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

08/06/2006 06:45:49 PM · #4

thanks for the info...I think I'll be going with smugmug then, and use L2's code since she responded first...but what is that all about? If I sign up under your code, do you get something?

Nikon D200

08/06/2006 06:50:11 PM · #5

Originally posted by Mulder:

thanks for the info...I think I'll be going with smugmug then, and use L2's code since she responded first...but what is that all about? If I sign up under your code, do you get something?

The code gives you a $5 discount, and yes, if you use the code I will get credit for a referral.

But really, I'd have to recommend them no matter what. My own site isn't particularly customized, but some people have done some really awesome things with theirs. Konador and Rex both come to mind as people who could help you jazz it up once you get it going.

Mainly, though, the prints just rock. So whether you are going pro with Smugmug or are a basic user, you won't be sorry!

Cheers,

Laurie

TechnoShroom

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

08/06/2006 06:50:21 PM · #6

Originally posted by ButterflySis:

If anyone else needs a code mine is below.

Below what?

faidoi

Pentax K10D

Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF

08/06/2006 06:51:57 PM · #7

Smugmug seems a lot more customizable so I went with them. Even more if you upgrade to Pro.

08/06/2006 07:15:27 PM · #8

oooh, a $5 discount :) I'm always up for saving money. Thanks again for the info. Maybe I'll have to share a link or so when I get mine set up :)

Kevin

08/06/2006 07:21:51 PM · #9

Smugmug is very customizable. Check out my site.

//www.amstudiosonline.com

Message edited by author 2006-08-06 19:23:24.

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM Macro

08/06/2006 07:23:08 PM · #10

Originally posted by TechnoShroom:

Originally posted by ButterflySis:
If anyone else needs a code mine is below.

Below what?

Code is probably in the signature. Here in case you have sigs cut off:

Save $5 on Smugmug

TechnoShroom

Canon EOS-30D

08/06/2006 07:33:23 PM · #11

Originally posted by rex:

Code is probably in the signature. Here in case you have sigs cut off:

It was my roundabout way of telling her that a lot of people turn off signatures.

08/06/2006 07:39:52 PM · #12

Originally posted by rex:

Smugmug is very customizable. Check out my site.

//www.amstudiosonline.com

That's awesome...is your site one of the 'professional' ones? And how did you do that? does smugmug offer those changes, or was it done with html?

08/06/2006 08:12:15 PM · #13

Originally posted by Mulder:

Originally posted by rex:
Smugmug is very customizable. Check out my site.

//www.amstudiosonline.com

That's awesome...is your site one of the 'professional' ones? And how did you do that? does smugmug offer those changes, or was it done with html?

That is a pro account. They raised there prices last year and I went to pro to stay grandfathered in at the low price. Also all CSS and html coding. But with ease if done with the help from the pros at //www.dgrin.com. If you get an account let me know and I will help you as much as I can.

I won't be off work until Tuesday so if I am not quick to respond don't worry I will within two days.

Message edited by author 2006-08-06 20:16:34.