david_king11 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Title pretty muchsays it all. I am getting asandisk extreme IV8GB card. Anything else that Iabsolutely need? I have all lensesand flashes I need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ_konrad Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 You should really get TWO compact flash cards - either for automatic backup of all your shots or automatic overflow. You can also shoot RAW on one card and JPEG on the other card. I have two 16GB cards in my D3 all the time - set to automatically backup every shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_king11 Posted June 17, 2008 Author Share Posted June 17, 2008 I do have three 2 GB cards to spare. I will use one in my D200 as a second camera and then another in the D# and then the 3rd as extra. Hmmm, so nothing mandatory? I just hate ordering and then a day later realizing I need something else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Davies Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 I have been using the RAW to one card and Jpeg to the other approach... after 4 months I seem to have got the jpegs looking quite nice straight out of the camera, probably good for 95%+ of what I do. It's still nice to have RAW as a backup though, especially when you are unsure of the images final use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliot1 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 A lens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliot1 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Opppps.. sorry, I missed that you had lenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_king11 Posted June 17, 2008 Author Share Posted June 17, 2008 Eventually I may swap out my 17-55 DX for a 24-70 I have the 105mm Macro I have the 50mm 1.8 I have the 70-200 VR I have the 10.5mm Fisheye...probably keep for those rare occasions I need it. I have (3) SB800s I should be set though. Order placing now.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trunfio Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Bag, Tripod, Monopod :) I use 8GB cards as main cards and 4G cards as backup/overflow. YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce_margolis Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 David, you will blow through those 2Gb cards in no time, even more so if you shoot RAW and much more so if you shoot RAW + JPEG. Load up one of them in the D3 and you will see how few shots you get on a card. I don't know what you mean by 'mandatory' but to me, that would include things like tripod, cable release, bag, appropriate insurance, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_king11 Posted June 17, 2008 Author Share Posted June 17, 2008 I actually got a 16GB card because I knew I would blow through an 8GB with the 9fps. Order has already been placed, but what I meant was like, let's say the camera came without a battery. I know it does, but something like that would be mandatory. I have been shooting for 4 years now and I have the bag, the tripod, the monopod, lights, stands, etc... If anything, I may get a shutter release or, actually, I think the D3 has a remote trigger? I think I am good with the 16GB card. My guess is, in JPEG fine mode, I should get about 2,500 shots. Or, in my terms, an entire wedding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil_parker Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Extra battery or 2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwight200 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Take one of the 2GB cards, insert it in slot 1, and save all your settings. Remove the card, mark it and toss it in your bag. That way you will have your settings saved on a card you don't use for anything else, so you won't accidentally format it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron_hiner2 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 You will need a 24-70 zoom. Your 50mm isn't going to cut it. My favorite lens ever for my D2x was the 17-55 -- and the closest you can get to that for a d3 is a 24-70. Unless you have a DX camera you are not telling us about, you don't need the 17-55 anymore. Then you need to buy some powerball tickets -- which (along with some luck) will lead to a 14-24 for the bag. You can then go from 14mm to 200mm at 2.8. That's all that just about anyone could ask for. Also, don't forget to get a nice gift for your significant other! UDMA card reader -- and UDMA cards. 200-400 F4 lens. A killer Gitzo and a RRS BH5 and a Wembery Sidekick, a few more SB-800's and Pocketwizards for all of them, an assistant to schlep it all. Well, that's my list. The start of it anyway. Ron p.s. it goes on... 85mm 1.4, 105 DC, 24 PC, Ellie Octabank, Ellie Strip bank, each along with Ranger packs and pocketwizards.... and more. Oh I wish it were Christmas season. These are all mandatory of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAPster Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 If the D3 is like the D300, then you need a case. Something to wrap around it and protect it from the cruel and cruddy outside world. If you are the type person that likes a good wrap-around case (something to protect the body and a "normal" lens), then swing by WALMART, and check out their C-ICON SLR wrap-around cases. They're nice, semi-glossy, black, artificial leather. Lots of padding inside, and they fit a D300 like they were custom fitted. They normally cost $15-$16, but if you are lucky they might have it on Clearance for $8.00 . I keep one on my D300 all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis_vener_photography Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Do you have a really good tripod and head? If not I suggest Gitzo legs and either a Really Right Stuff BH-55 or Arca-Swiss Z1 Monoball (but don't get a lever operated clamp) head . . Also a Really Right Stuff "L" bracket . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron_hiner2 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Alan -- I have an aversion to camera cases... the time it take to get a camera out of its case is the difference between capturing the moment and capturing something else. The D3 is built (excuse me) like a brick sh*thouse. You can hammer nails with it in the shower while you are not taking pictures. It don't need no stinkin' case. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_brown4 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 Arca plate and ball head for your tripod, and a remote release (think it's the MC-31 IIRXC). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_jordan3 Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 In addition to the tripod suggestions...I would say shop for a quality neck strap (such as UPstrap...Optech). If this is your first camera in this size/weight category, finding a comfortable way to carry larger gear can take some experimentation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis_vener_photography Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 definitely an UPstrap. The remote release cable is a fine idea too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jclaice Posted June 17, 2008 Share Posted June 17, 2008 I would suggest a sensor cleaning system. Nothing frustrates me more than dust bunnies. Joseph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lex_jenkins Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 How is the D3 set up for on-tripod use with mirror lockup for macro or other photography of stationary subjects? My D2H is a bit awkward in this regard without a wireless remote trigger. Depending on whether Nikon has responded to some of those issues (not really problems, just quirks) you might also want some way to conveniently trigger the tripod-mounted D3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig_gillette Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 The second battery is a must (staring at the flashing light on a charger is no fun). A remote that fits your needs, there were several different sorts, Nikon and 3rd party for the D200, but they may not be compatible. An "L" bracket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkka_nissila Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Sack the 17-55 and get the 24-70. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkka_nissila Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Also, you probably should trade in the 70-200 and get a prime, e.g. a 180/2.8. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_symington1 Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 As Ron and Ilkka have said - above all get the 24-70mm as soon as you can afford it. I you don't have a DX camera then sell the 17-55mm. If you do lots of landscape photography the 70-200mm has an issue with very poor corners on FX so the 180mm is a good suggestion or the the 2 ring 80-200mm that is still current. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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