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<p>Do you want a wired remote or wireless? The 810 accepts the 10 pin connector remotes and the I believe the 600 will work with IR and wired but not the 10 pin variety.</p> <p>Here is a <a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/en_US/IMG/Images/Learn-Explore/Camera-Technology/D-SLR/2013/Shooting-with-Remotes/Media/Nikon-remotes-compatibility-chart.pdf">chart</a> for easier reference.</p>

<p>Oregon Coast</p><div></div>

<p>Andrew - my statement applies to non-DF bodies. </p>

<p>Rodeo - totally agree. I think that would be a common sense addition to the ISO selections. Obviously, you still have to make your auto-ISO settings via menu, but it would be nice to easily switch in and out of auto-ISO with a button/scroll combo.</p>

<p>I think it is an either/or situation. I remember something similar when setting up my D200 Fn button. Here is a statement from the DF manual regarding Fn function:<br> "If the option selected for <strong>Press</strong> can not be used in combination with the option selected for <strong>Press + command dials,</strong> a message will be displayed an whichever of <strong>Press</strong> or <strong>Press + command dials</strong> was selected first will be set to <strong>None</strong>. </p>

<p>Whoa, whoa, whoa. Rodeo, I respect your photographic expertise but I have to hear more about why you favor a direct-screw head. Sure, it is simple and effective but also time consuming. Personally, I do not like repeated threading and unthreading with that kind of tripod head. I prefer an arca swiss system with dedicated body plate (the dedicated plate from RRS helps to minimize the cumbersome aspect of most universal plates). </p>

<p>Hey Greg, is your camera gear worth $6,000?? Cool!</p>

<p>Chuck - I think you make a good point about the used value of the old versions of the 85 (1.8) and 50 (1.4). I haven't used them, but the internet seems pretty clear about the D>G improvement. So I wonder why the old 85 seems to hold its value well. I never see a really cheap 85 on my local craigslist. I guess some still need an aperture ring. When I get an FX camera, I envision buying both of these lenses. I would not even consider the pre-G versions since the G versions are really not much more expensive.</p>

<p>I sympathize with the OP. As one accumulates camera gear, travel photography becomes a "mo money, mo problems" thing. Usually, travel involves limitations so tough choices must be made. One option is to go with a flexible zoom to easily capture images at popular focal length. Sometimes though, I might prefer to think the other way. Choose a favorite focal length or two (or three) and let the gear dictate the photography. It is especially hard though when you are traveling to a new place. When I am really struggling to choose gear, I try to think about photos I have printed. An overwhelming percentage of my prints come from the Sigma 30mm, so that's the one I never leave behind :)</p>

<p>Thanks guys - next time I'll have to go with more than just a winky face</p>

<p>Don't know why you guys are talking about small and light 2.8 versions - if you want small and light in a 24-70, Nikon has a version weighing in just a little over 6 ounces ;) <a href="http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/lens/ix/24-70mmf_35-56/">Compact 24-70 Nikkor</a></p>

<p>Rodeo, I thought at first there must be some mistake about the D7200. Sure enough, if you check Nikon USA pages for <a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Nikon-Products/Product/dslr-cameras/D7100.html">D7100</a> and <a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Nikon-Products/Product/dslr-cameras/D7200.html">D7200</a> you can click on the "What's in the Box" link. D7100 includes the BS-1 cap, D7200 doesn't. Weird.</p>

<p>Well the D810 can do rodeo :)</p> <p>Mine is Gas Works Park</p><div></div>

<p>[applause]</p>

<p>Chuck - I can't comment on the VR repair, but KEH sells first gen 24-120VR for just over $200 (Ex +). This lens has a poor reputation among internet commenters. The f/4 is well regarded but $$$.</p>

<p>Haha, Mary Norbert's posts are like poetry - the reader finds his or her own meaning :)</p> <p>And a vote of support for Shun's frank but professional moderating style (at least in my view)</p>

<p>Mary - B&H <em>estimates</em> availability 9/17/15. I hope when you get yours you will share some feedback :)</p>

<p>Norbert - sounds like you need to blow off some steam (and I sympathize). Maybe take a walk around the block with your 24-70 for a good workout :)</p>

<p>I hang out on one of the mirrorless forums, and it is remarkable to hear some of the users talk about "the future of cameras." It is borderline proselytizing. I keep hearing about the inevitability of DSLR death and mirrorless ascendence. Problem is, I have not seen good evidence this shift is actually happening. I think mirrorless is great. I just think it says more about people when the conversation turns into a zero-sum game (i.e. it must be one or the other).</p>

<p>Chuck, here are the arrangements for the <a href="http://cdn.audiencemedia.com/var/photoreview/storage/images/media/images/tamron_150-600mm_diagram/2093267-1-eng-GB/tamron_150-600mm_diagram.jpg">Tamron</a> and <a href="http://imgsv.imaging.nikon.com/lineup/lens/zoom/telephotozoom/af-s_200-500mmf_56e_ed_vr/img/lensonstruction.png">Nikkor</a> I don't know how similar or different they are. Certainly, they don't look identical.</p> <p>It is interesting to see the price difference with the 80-400. Of course, that is 5x zoom and the new 200-500 is just 2.5x. It would be nice if the 200-500 "outperforms" the price point. </p>

<p>Dieter, I really like the color in the first one.</p>

<p>I think this new 24mm will be a hit, because it has good appeal for both FX and DX. I am interested to see one in person to judge the size. 72mm filter is not real small but not huge either. I think Nikon deserves credit for getting this f/1.8 line fleshed out pretty quickly. The new lens set provides lots of options for new FX shooters. I hope to get an FX camera within a few years, as the prices are really coming down. My interest will be in the 1.8 primes.</p>

<p>Painted Hills in OR</p><div></div>

<blockquote> <p>a lens maker needs to release a lens that is designed to be impressive for its own sake</p> </blockquote> <p>I like your sentiment, but those kinds of products are usually ridiculed for being "out of touch." Look at the response to the Sigma 24-35. It is impressive in some ways (first of its kind), but most people on this forum were unimpressed.</p>

<blockquote> <p>With all the optical development in the last 40 years Nikon couldn't match its own aperture from 40 years ago.</p> </blockquote> <p>I have read very positive comments about the new 58mm. I don't mean to suggest the new 58mm is superior to the Noct. I just think it is unlikely Nikon will make another, faster 58mm.</p>