panayotis_papadopoulos

<p>You have a very, very good camera to take with you. A camera that needs good glass to adjust it's superior resolution. Kit lenses are a compromise for this camera. Of course if you just shoot for fun or for web use then it doesn't matter that much. But if you're serious of getting pictures and want to take advantage of your camera, then a good wide, or even a ultra wide lens is a must (since as you said from macro and tele you're covered).<br /> If you don't want to buy a DX lens such a the Sigma 18-35 f/1.8, or UW like Tokina 11-16 f/2.8 which are superb for the use you're suggesting, then rent one. FX solutions are more expensive. Good luck!<br /> P.S. Shoot RAW + jpg Fine to take advantage of the Nikon D7100.</p>

<p>That's a very cool photo Robin, really liked it, Cheers!</p>

<p>Lots of very good advices so far...my two cent opinion<br> 1) Get a good and sturdy tripod.<br> 2) An aperture of f/8 to f/11 will give you the best results in most of the times for landscaping.<br> 3) Use your camera's self-timer to get the picture.<br> 4) Be sure to use the lowest possible ISO setting (depending on situation).<br> 5) Use a good polarizing filter if you are to shoot in a very bright condition, or prefer deep saturated colors.<br> 6) Use your camera's menu to increase color adjustment since you prefer more colorful pictures. Don't overdo it though. <br> 7) If money permits, get a good UW lens such as the <a href="http://www.tokinalens.com/tokina/products/atxpro/atx1228prodx/">Tokina 12-28 f/4</a><br> 8) Most of all, start experimenting and enjoy what you do! We all started from point zero.</p>

<p>John and Roberta, I am glad that you liked Bobbie's expression! :) Thank you! Love your shots as well! have a nice day! Panayotis</p>

<p>Hi everyone! Thanks for sharing your beautiful shots! Cheers! [Nikon D700 & tamron 90mm F/2.8]</p><div></div>

<p>Hi Opa,<br /> If you feel that the sales person for some reason was not sincere and straight with you and as you mentioned you're not in a hurry to get a new camera, then I think Shaun has a very good point:<br /> Shaun said: <em>Photokina will be held in September. Most likely, major camera companies, including Nikon, will have a series of new products to announce in July, August, and early September. There is a chance that the<strong> D800/D800E as well as the D7100 will be updated to newer versions with the new Expeed 4 processor.</strong></em><br /> I fully agree with the above and I would suggest you take this under very serious consideration, either you go for the successor of the D800, or a used D800, since prices will eventually come down. Which means that If I were in your shoes I would return the camera back and wait. Cheers!</p>

<p>Good morning everyone and a happy Wednesday for everyone! A recent, rather still life, photo. Love yours...keep them coming! Cheers!</p><div></div>