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Alucard · 07-29-2012, 03:32 AM

You need a better camera!

eastx · 07-29-2012, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alucard

You need a better camera!

The low quality of that picture is actually a result of someone accidentally turning the speed settings knob when I handed it to him. I didn't notice until the next day, so the pics I took after that kinda sucked. But I am buying a new camera and camcorder next month, as both of mine (while decent) are pretty old.

Alucard · 07-29-2012, 04:31 AM

Got your eyes set on anything specific?

eastx · 07-29-2012, 05:02 AM

This is the still camera I want:

Canon SX40 HS

It's basically the evolution of the one I already have (which dates back to 2005!) Digital SLR is also very appealing, but I don't have the time to learn about different lenses and stuff, so this one should get the job done.

Still need to pick a digital camcorder. Basically it needs massive optical zoom, stereo mic, great battery life, and no major downfalls. Will probably spend about the same amount as on the still camera.

Alucard · 07-29-2012, 08:00 AM

Nice camera. Although I absolutely suck with SLRs. Had the panasonic G2, even after a year of screwing with it my brain just wouldnt click.

eastx · 07-31-2012, 01:53 AM

Signal Studios visit and interview (makers of the awesome Ascend: New Gods and Toy Soldiers series)

PopCap developer interview

Alucard · 07-31-2012, 02:38 AM

Useless bastard! They havent even done anything on a sequel for plants! Dont worry though, we'll still get 400 sequels of bejewelled.

eastx · 07-31-2012, 02:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alucard

Useless bastard! They havent even done anything on a sequel for plants! Dont worry though, we'll still get 400 sequels of bejewelled.

It took them a year just to port Zuma's Revenge from PC to XBLA - imagine how long it takes them to make a new and fully-featured game like PvZ! I'm 100% sure they're already working on it but don't want to announce it too early (not that I was told this).

He did also mention that they try new ideas all the time and scrap ones that don't work - basically, 4 out of 5 prototypes they develop end up getting tossed because they're not special enough in action. It's a good idea that I think a lot of developers couldn't really afford to do.

Also, Ben got me into a VIP lunch for panelists with super nice food and wine, and then all of us received free backpacks filled with goodies afterward. So that was pretty rad.

Alucard · 07-31-2012, 03:13 AM

You're only defending them because of a free lunch and free stuff. Your opinions are biased! I call sellout! Give me free things!

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07-29-2012, 03:32 AM	#16
Alucard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 32,641	You need a better camera!

07-29-2012, 04:31 AM	#18
Alucard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 32,641	Got your eyes set on anything specific?

07-29-2012, 05:02 AM	#19
eastx The Fighting Bomber Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Lake Jackson, TX USA Posts: 4,570	This is the still camera I want: Canon SX40 HS It's basically the evolution of the one I already have (which dates back to 2005!) Digital SLR is also very appealing, but I don't have the time to learn about different lenses and stuff, so this one should get the job done. Still need to pick a digital camcorder. Basically it needs massive optical zoom, stereo mic, great battery life, and no major downfalls. Will probably spend about the same amount as on the still camera.

07-29-2012, 08:00 AM	#20
Alucard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 32,641	Nice camera. Although I absolutely suck with SLRs. Had the panasonic G2, even after a year of screwing with it my brain just wouldnt click.

07-31-2012, 01:53 AM	#21
eastx The Fighting Bomber Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Lake Jackson, TX USA Posts: 4,570	Signal Studios visit and interview (makers of the awesome Ascend: New Gods and Toy Soldiers series) PopCap developer interview

07-31-2012, 02:38 AM	#22
Alucard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 32,641	Useless bastard! They havent even done anything on a sequel for plants! Dont worry though, we'll still get 400 sequels of bejewelled.

07-31-2012, 03:13 AM	#24
Alucard Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 32,641	You're only defending them because of a free lunch and free stuff. Your opinions are biased! I call sellout! Give me free things!