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12/23/2003 11:38:50 PM · #1

I just submitted for the on the edge challenge but have realised that my camera reset the date & time values! What should I do! How can I prove that I took it within the challenge deadlines?

Desparately need help! Went thru crazy trouble to get this shot! Don't want to loose it!

TooCool

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

12/23/2003 11:45:19 PM · #2

It's not an issue unless someone requests a DQ.

Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS

12/23/2003 11:46:10 PM · #3

Originally posted by TooCool:

It's not an issue unless someone requests a DQ.

But if they do, what can I do to prove I just took it. I mean I just got back from the city.

coolhar

12/23/2003 11:50:59 PM · #4

Nothing you can do about it now. Might as well relax and enjoy the challenge. It will probably turn out all right.

12/23/2003 11:52:06 PM · #5

Originally posted by coolhar:

Nothing you can do about it now. Might as well relax and enjoy the challenge. It will probably turn out all right.

You're right. I hope things work out bc I went crazy trying to get this shot tonight so it would just the way I wanted it to be!

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/23/2003 11:52:36 PM · #6

Originally posted by Rooster:

Originally posted by TooCool:
It's not an issue unless someone requests a DQ.

But if they do, what can I do to prove I just took it. I mean I just got back from the city.

Likely nothing you can do to prove it unless there's something in the photo which fixes the time (shot of a sporting event, for example). If the EXIF showed some "standard" date after the reset (like 2001-01-01, 00:00) there will be little doubt of the reset; you'll then have to offer some other convincing argument or beg for mercy.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

12/23/2003 11:52:47 PM · #7

Unfortunately, if you get a dq request, you are screwed :(

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

12/23/2003 11:55:20 PM · #8

Originally posted by jmsetzler:

Unfortunately, if you get a dq request, you are screwed :(

But I didnt even have my camera in 2002, whcih is the date that it reflects! I don't even think that the camera existed then? There must be some way.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

12/23/2003 11:56:52 PM · #9

Originally posted by Rooster:

Originally posted by jmsetzler:
Unfortunately, if you get a dq request, you are screwed :(

But I didnt even have my camera in 2002, whcih is the date that it reflects! I don't even think that the camera existed then? There must be some way.

The site council has disqualified photos in the past where the date of the image was not verifiable, but the request for dq came for some other reason. Your photo will be ok unless it gets a dq request or if it places in the top 5 or 10 in the challenge.

I know the question is gonna come up "what about cameras that don't record exif data" and I don't have an answer to that.

Shelley

Nikon D200

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

12/23/2003 11:58:20 PM · #10

You are right, I don't think they made that camera in 2002. That could be your defense if needed.

12/23/2003 11:59:42 PM · #11

Originally posted by Shelley:

You are right, I don't think they made that camera in 2002. That could be your defense if needed.

I have witnesses as well that I hop e will vouch for me. Plus, just in case, I didn't fix the date & time yet. Maybe I can take a shot fo the paper or something, Dunno.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/24/2003 12:01:22 AM · #12

I can at least assure you that producing the original with an explanation will serve you better than just giving up ... If you think that there is actually a high likelihood of a DQ request, I believe you can request an adminstrative note be added as soon as the challenge starts -- sort of like pre-verifying your own photo. That and this thread seem like plenty of pre-emptive action for now. At least you are happy with your photo!

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/24/2003 12:02:22 AM · #13

Originally posted by Shelley:

You are right, I don't think they made that camera in 2002. That could be your defense if needed.

Now why d'ya suppose they made the default date one which is impossible?

12/24/2003 12:09:47 AM · #14

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Originally posted by Shelley:
You are right, I don't think they made that camera in 2002. That could be your defense if needed.

Now why d'ya suppose they made the default date one which is impossible?

dunno. I guess I left batteries out for more than on hour & didnt realise it. How can I send an adminstrative note? I mean, Id ont think I'll win or anything, I just want to be sure.

12/24/2003 12:13:23 AM · #15

I'm less freaked out now then 20 mintues ago. Thanks for the quick replies everyone. Gonna let the dice roll & see what happens. And you guys are right, I did go crazy to get a shot that really pleased me. And at the end, no matter what happens, I am happy it!

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/24/2003 12:21:39 AM · #16

Originally posted by Rooster:

I don't know, I think you should go back to groveling ... and maybe send us some chocolate-chip cookies as an "insurance" premium ... :)

soup

Canon EOS-30D

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

12/24/2003 12:26:38 AM · #17

hehe

12/24/2003 12:27:10 AM · #18

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Originally posted by Rooster:
I'm less freaked out now then 20 mintues ago. Thanks for the quick replies everyone. Gonna let the dice roll & see what happens. And you guys are right, I did go crazy to get a shot that really pleased me. And at the end, no matter what happens, I am happy it!

I don't know, I think you should go back to groveling ... and maybe send us some chocolate-chip cookies as an "insurance" premium ... :)

Hey, that's not nice! Kinda funny though! :)
So where do I send the cookies?

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

12/24/2003 12:32:57 AM · #19

Sorry, I meant that completely jokingly, and was hoping to convey the idea that it was not so serious a problem as you first thought.

Your situation is actually quite opportune as we have another photo (from a previous challenge) in exactly the same predicament, so you will not be setting a precedent.

No point in sending cookies this time of year anyway ... maybe you can just post a photo of your favorite cookie. Then eat it and relax -- your photo will be fine.

12/24/2003 12:42:40 AM · #20

Originally posted by GeneralE:

My bad. I know you were joking. Thought I throw a joke of mine own out there as well.