What programs are you using to clean JPEGs of the cameras EXIF data? I used a program called jpeg cleaner and it rendered the jpeg unopenable by Windows XP explorer, no thumbnails, preview, slideshow etc.. It seems only CS3 could open them, even internet explorer and MS paint said the file was invalid.
I'd like to clear the info when giving clients files.
ericevans wrote:
I shoot with manual lenses so they get nothing from me .
I would not expect this kind of answer in the Pro Forum but I guess FM is losing its touch. Even with manual lenses there is exif data. I just tried jstripper and it seems to do the trick.
davekone wrote:
I would not expect this kind of answer in the Pro Forum but I guess FM is losing its touch. Even with manual lenses there is exif data. I just tried jstripper and it seems to do the trick.
When you shoot manual there is nothing more than exposure and iso which are not relevant when you composite several images together . They may think they have something but they don't . Shooting manual focus lenses on a medium format digital system equals no usable exif data when multiple images are layered together . I used to worry abut useless crap like this but I just make images now . No need to download more software when the information in my exif file is only part of the information .
ericevans wrote:
When you shoot manual there is nothing more than exposure and iso which are not relevant when you composite several images together . They may think they have something but they don't . Shooting manual focus lenses on a medium format digital system equals no usable exif data when multiple images are layered together . I used to worry abut useless crap like this but I just make images now . No need to download more software when the information in my exif file is only part of the information .
I asked what software you are using to strip EXIF data, not a SMART answer about using a manual lens to get rid of some of the EXIF data. I wish not to share any EXIF data. Your first answer said they get nothing, now they get ISO and exposure. Your answer was off topic, kinda flip and not in line with what I asked.
If you're a Lightroom user, try exporting with "minimal EXIF data" or something like that (can't remember the exact name for it right now.) Seems to work...
A sure way to get rid of any information in the picture is to open it in (for instance) PS, select all, copy, paste to new and "Save as". Drawback: you may lose a bit of IQ.
I'm suprised that StripExif has not been mentioned.
A script that can be added to batch functions within PS. Very small footprint, no need for running another app, will not require conversion to "Save for Web (jpg)" format.
but I guess FM is losing its touch. Even with manual lenses there is exif data. I just tried jstripper and it seems to do the trick.