Palm PDA for film notes

[donbarry]

I have heard photogs say they use something called "photolog" supposedly part of a "photographge 2.0" software package but I haven't been able to track it down. If anyone knows where to find it, I'd at least like to take a look at it. Meanwhile, I use a digital recorder.

 

[c6h6o3]

I "write" everything down in my Blackberry handheld. When I stick it in its cradle on my desktop the next morning all the info is transferred to my personal journal on the laptop.

My friends who own them like the Palms much more. I may get one when it's time to upgrade my phone. I'm getting sick of toting around all these different devices.

 

[atenlaugh]

I use chisel and stone. Very archival.

 

[bjorke]

Now that I replaced my old Palm with a Treo600, I can still use FotoTimer and GoPix -- and in a pinch I can take phone snaps of the shot setup AND THE CAMERA with settings.... but just having GoPix is pretty swell as ever

 

[gchpaco]

I use FotoTimer extensively (it is my darkroom clock). Since I work with at least four different films with three different developers at ambient temperature, I find it convenient that my most current timing data is always in FotoTimer (and due to the logging feature, I have examples of previous times as well). I have GoPix and try to use it for my 4x5 shots, but really don't find the process particularly valuable.

 

[modafoto]

I use a piece of paper (A4) with a table I made on my computer.
I have attached it here for you to see. The table is designed for 35 mm film (has room for details for 36 exposures).
I put the details into my negative binder with the negative sleeve, and then I can get the details quick.

I consider going the Palm way as I have the Palm already.

Morten

 

[roteague]

It may not help any, but I am in the process of writing a program of this type for the PocketPC (2002 or 2003SE). Sorry, but the Palm Pilot is a pain to write for (I don't have one anyway). It should be done in a couple of weeks.

 

[AllenR]

I wrote a field notes application for my pocketpc a couple of years ago. Besides all the normal things, it even had the ability to let you do a small sketch of the subject. I got it to the point where I could field test it and I have to say that, while it is a great idea, it is IMO a flop in actual use. The LCD screen isn't really bright enough to see well out in the sun, you have to carry yet another piece of gear with extra batteries, etc, and then figure out where to stow it amongst all of your other gear. After several weeks of pretty intense use, I chalked it up to a great idea but not all that practical. I reverted to the 3x5 notecards that I've been using for the past 25 years. They are smaller, faster, cheaper and I can stick them in the plastic bag with the holder.

That's my 2 cents....

Allen

 

[roteague]

I wrote a field notes application for my pocketpc a couple of years ago. Besides all the normal things, it even had the ability to let you do a small sketch of the subject. I got it to the point where I could field test it and I have to say that, while it is a great idea, it is IMO a flop in actual use.

Allen,

For short day trips, I couldn't agree more - most of the time I don't even take my PocketPC with me, I just use a notebook, or write on the film holders themselves (I use QuickLoads). But for trips where luggage space is a concern I find it valuable - like my upcoming trip to New Zealand. The program I am working on will replace my laptop, which gives me more room to carry film. So, there is a method to the madness.

 

[Bruce Osgood]

Does anyone use one of these Pocket things to carry DOF calculations or bellows extension, reciprocity adjustments, etc.?

If so, what would you suggest is a 'necessary' make and model? I'm not looking to schlept a lap top but maybe something that will fit in a 'pocket'.

 

[Gustavo_Castilla]

Can any one post a link for GoPix
Thanks

 

[Thane Bitter]

Here you go:



http://rlmsmw.home.isp-direct.com/

Just click on the "download" bar on the left - which will lead you to the file link.



Thane

 

[hortense]

I use it for data tables (e.g., reciprocity for different films, filter factors, hyper focal distances, star exposures, equipment serial numbers, potential site locations, etc.).

 

[James Bleifus]

I keep planning on throwing together a quick and dirty Filemaker database and then moving it to my Palm but I don't seem to ever have the time. Perhaps this weekend. I've tried writing notes on the Palm but, like others, I find writing on it tough so I want most of the information to populate through pull down menus.

Cheers, James

 

[bjorke]

I am sorry to say that GoPix CRASHES my newer Treeo 600 PDA/phone

So I am moving off of it, still have my Visor Platinum but nt for long. Not sure what I'll use.

FotoTimer still works like a champ though

 

[roteague]

Check out this page for other useful tools: http://www.xs4all.nl/~wiskerke/html/toollink.html