How to transfer favorites from CamRanger to Lightroom

An AI depiction of favorites being transferred from CamRanger to Lightroom. In reality it does not look this neat but it is VERY cool.

CamRanger is an incredibly useful tool that allows photographers and their clients to view images in real time as they are being captured during a photo session. One of the most significant challenges we have encountered is when clients express a desire to favorite their images on set, asking us to work from that curated favorites list for their selection. In the past, we often found ourselves painstakingly copying down a favorites list by hand or inputting it into a spreadsheet; however, this method was not entirely reliable and proved to be quite time-consuming. To streamline this process, I dedicated time to develop a system where the favorites that CamRanger conveniently stores in the transmitter can be matched up to their corresponding RAW files. This allows for a much quicker selection process when determining which images need to be edited and delivered to the client.

Although the software is still currently in its beta phase, I am confident that a final version will be ready within just a few months. You can stay updated on the latest status and developments here.

Troubleshooting 3DMark Hanging at "Collecting System Info" [FIXED]

updated December 5th, 2024 | by Rob

If you’ve been running 3DMark to test your system’s performance and find it hanging at the “Collecting System Info” stage, don’t worry—you’re not alone. This is a common issue, and it’s often related to the Futuremark SystemInfo utility that 3DMark relies on to gather system details.

What Causes the Problem?

3DMark may be working fine until, seemingly out of nowhere, it stops at the “Collecting System Info” phase. A frequent culprit is an automatic update to the Futuremark SystemInfo component. While updates aim to improve compatibility and performance, they can occasionally introduce bugs or conflicts.

Quick Fix: Roll Back Futuremark SystemInfo

Here’s the easiest solution:

1. Check for Updates: Verify if Futuremark SystemInfo recently updated itself.

2. Download an Older Version: If it did, download a previous version of Futuremark SystemInfo from this link.

3. Uninstall the Current Version: Open your system's uninstall menu, remove the existing Futuremark SystemInfo, and reboot your computer.

4. Install the Previous Version: Run the installer for the older version you downloaded.

This process should resolve the hanging issue for most users.

Additional Tips

• If the issue persists, ensure your graphics drivers and 3DMark software are also up to date.

• Some users have reported success by temporarily disabling antivirus software during the test.

With these steps, your 3DMark benchmarks should run smoothly again. If you encounter other challenges, feel free to reach out to the 3DMark community for more troubleshooting tips!