Proof of Photo and Sidecar File - DPChallenge Forums

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro for Canon

01/24/2007 09:33:45 AM · #1

If proof of a photo is requested, in addition to the processing steps taken, should the sidecar file (the XMP) be included as well?

Tranquil

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

01/24/2007 09:54:04 AM · #2

Nope, just sending in the CRW or RAW original will suffice!

- Lee

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

01/24/2007 09:57:54 AM · #3

AFAIK, no one's ever asked that question before! Since you mention it's an XMP file, I assume yoiu're referring to Photoshop's sidecar file that gets written during RAW conversion.
If your final outcome depends heavily on specific RAW processing settings, it might be easier/faster to include the XMP file than to detail the settings.
You could do so by including them together in a .zip file.

01/24/2007 10:19:10 AM · #4

Thanks...that's good to know.

Although I try to make sure I document each edit, I may forget one. This way, the XMP file shows all the settings for that image and can be compared to the original in ACR.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II

01/24/2007 11:33:09 PM · #5

I think I'm in trouble. :-(

According to Basic Editing rules, "No 'effects' filters may be applied to your image, with the exception of Noise and Gaussian Blur."

Does that include a vignette filter? It doesn't act on a selection, but on the whole image.

Message edited by author 2007-01-24 23:33:23.

chimericvisions

Canon EOS-60D

01/24/2007 11:45:33 PM · #6

Right. No filters at all, except those mentioned.

Judi

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

01/25/2007 12:03:31 AM · #7

There was a DQ based on vignetting during RAW processing on a Basic Challenge. So no it probably wouldn't pass but if you are unsure how about submitting a verification note to SC via the Contact Page.