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<p><a href="http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=%22crumpler+industry+disgrace%22">Here is a google search</a> that will return a few options.</p>
<p>Some $25 options:</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.ephotocraft.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=843991000686">ephotocraft</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.adorama.com/Search-Results.tpl?page=searchresults&searchinfo=crumpler%20industry">adorama</a></li>
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<p><a href="http://www.crumplerbags.com/Lite/English/Products/Industry-Disgrace-ID02A.html">Crumpler web site</a>, camo is available from there but shipping costs are high.</p>
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Josh, I assume your last statement was directed at me. I have the Crumpler and love it. I ordered the camo colored one after finding it on the internet in stock. I wanted the black color but they are on backorder at most reasonably priced places. It is about $60 US from Crumpler. I have the black one backordered through adorama for $25 delivered and will keep the camo as a backup once it arrives.
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If you frequent the camera store, and request assistance and play with their toys, I would make my purchases there. Personally, I make my purchases at B&H and don't visit any stores. But I pay more than at some online stores, however B&H accepts my returns and is helpful when I need it. These things are more important to me than saving a buck. It's your money and your decision.
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Crumpler "Industry Disgrace" is great if you don't require or don't like quick release. Those that have it love it. They are in short supply right now, but can be acquired within a few weeks.
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I started with this tripod <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/131427-REG/Slik_615_315_700DX_Pro_Tripod.html" >Slik Pro 700DX Tripod with 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head (Quick Release) - Supports 15.00 lb (6.80 kg)</a>. It does not have the cult following of some of the other brands but those that buy it like it. With a light camera and a tripod that is not heavy you have to weight the tripod to avoid being effected by wind and minor vibrations. After a few years I've gone Gitzo but this is still in my collection of toys and is a great tripod.
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On my 50 1.4 and 85 1.4 I have to lock the ring at the tightest setting (apx f16) for this to work. Do you have the lens aperture locked when trying to control it from the camera?
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I've got a <a
href="http://reallyrightstuff.com/tripods/04.html" target="_blank">RRS MH-01-LR</a> on order and it seemed to be
the best solution I could find. At 8.8 oz for the head, and a rating of 75lbs it seems like a fantastic head for any
future lens I may purchase. I selected one with the lever plate, however it is available with no plate.
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I've currently got the 70-200 VR on a Nikon D3, but may move up in the future. Have GM3551 on order. Wondering if
the RRS MH-01-LR is appreciated by those that order it, or returned?
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Check quicktrip, I know they had lighters in a basket on the counter that were shaped like small cars, and a bowling pin. If you ask them, they may also have a lighter tripod.
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In answer to horse show questions, for me horse show = Miniature Horse. AMHA and AMHR shows. Typically halter & driving. Not quite as mocho as most that are interested in horse shows. But thats my hobby.
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Thank you for your thoughts. Regarding the D700 vs. D3 decision, I've found that I really enjoy using the grip on my
existing D200 since I have large hands and have never wanted to use the camera without it. So, the D700 with grip
is actually a larger camera than the D3 from what I have seen. I've read some reviews of the D700 grip and think I
would enjoy the D3s approach better if a grip is always going to be used. I actually like the voice recording feature of
the D3. I see the new 2.0 firmware provides some of the D700 like features. And with the price down $500 or so the
price difference is really not as large as when the D700 came out. Now we are looking at a $3250 vs. $4500
decision. Plus back to the marriage issue, I'll get in just as much caca buying either one, so I may as well go for it.
Regarding the lens I find that the existing 70-200 is never used at 200mm in DX for my use, So, I'm hoping... As
already mentioned, no LCD cover is provided on a D3. The 6 and 12 layer glass LCD covers look interesting but they
use
an adhesive instead of the mounting points that the Hoodman uses.
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Has anyone that owns the D3 ever had access to both the Kirk and the RRS L bracket? I'm curious what the
advantages are of one over the other. Thinking about the Markins M20 red with this.
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I'm looking at that $4500 price for a D3 and B&H and wondering if it is my civic duty to take one off their hands.
Don't want them to be stuck with palets full when the new models come out. The low light levels would help me a
great deal in my photography (primarily indoor horse shows). Looking at grabbing an additional en-el4a, bl-4, and
hoodman hoodcap. Anything else I should help B&H with on the order? Current inventory SB800, 70-200, 85mm
F1.4, 50mm F1.4. And a D200 that will have to visit eBay to make this work and have me remain married.
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Well I've decided to take the plunge and go for one of those D3s that they are discounting to clear out. Thought it
was about time to upgrade and make a final purchase on a serious head. I'm leaning towards the Markins M20 Red.
This will be my first ball head. Any reason not to go for the Markins M20? I thought the red finish looked nice, does
this rub off over time? For a D3 which plate would you suggest. At this point my thoughts are the RRS BD3-L...
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Thanks to each of you. I have not used ISO 3200 and am looking forward to playing. Elliot, I appreciate the time you put into your response I have looked at the different examples you have provided in great detail. I believe that if I choose to ago with the 85mm I will get the F1.4 to avoid the issue of ever wanting to replace it in the future.
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My current collection of playtoys includes a D200 and the Nikon 70-200 VR, along with the 50 F1.4 lenses. I'm
attempting to take pictures of horse shows indoor and still have some motion blur at ISO 1250, F2.8 with the 70-
200. I have been thinking about picking up the 85 F1.4 but wonder if I should be putting my money into a D300
instead. A D3 would be nice, but this is a hobby for me and that will be on the list for lottery winning expenditures.
Budget $2k.
What are your thoughts?
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I use <A
href="http://www.mahaenergy.com/store/viewitem.asp?idproduct=422">this
charger</A> and find that it is easy to charge 1 to 5 or 8 batteries as
required.
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<p>Take a look at a monitor like the <A
href="http://www.eizo.com/products/graphics/cg221/index.asp">Eizo ColorEdge
CG221</A> monitor that can reproduce the aRGB color space. I would doubt there would be much market for a monitor like this if a $400 monitor was as capable of reproducing aRGB.</p>
<p>An An <A
href="http://www.shootsmarter.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=151">article
by Will Crocket</A> sums things up these differences well. I had a chance to see one of his recent road shows and learned a great deal.</p>
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The <A
WT-3A Wireless Transmitter</A> is a fun toy to play with on the D200. If you already have the battery grip you will get to choose which one you prefer as you can't use both at the same time.
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Unless you have spent over $4k for your monitor and specifically chosen an aRGB monitor you will not be able to adequately view an aRGB photo. Which means when you get it back from the professional lab it may have a green or blue cast that you could not see. Unless they were nice enough to correct it for you.
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I'm looking at the
<A
1103 Background Stand</A> for use with a 7' x 8' flexout style
background. I'm
unclear of the type of attachment this stand has at the top for the
background. Has anyone else had experience with this product? What
similar products would you recommend? My usage would be indoor where kids
and wind are not a factor...
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I'm assuming you mean an item like this:
<A
<p>They can be used with a <a href=
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5166-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto_2915_2915_Super_Clamp_without.html">super clamp</a> or another base at the bottom. This would allow you to lock a camera or strobe to a pole, table top or base and trigger it remotely.
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See the comments on "Image #3" on this page:
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Do monopods work well without heads?
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<p>There is no reason why you can't use a monopod without a head. It will cause you to have to move the base of
the monopod more to point your lens at the target of choice. Personally I use the <a
href="http://reallyrightstuff.com/tripods/04.html">RRS MH-01-LR</a> on my GM5541 monopod. But it is more a
matter of personal preference. That head is rated at over 50 pounds.</p>