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    Instructions for RB67 Power Drive Film Holder

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    <p>Today I picked up a battery powered film folder for my RB67 for a decent price. However, I am confused by several of the controls. The top panel contains several switches and buttons including a three position switch that can be changed from a "square" to "LT" to "T/M. UP". A red "start" button can be depressed. The rest of the controls I'm familiar with.<br>

    At the bottom of the rear panel is the on/off switch, a button labelled "LR" and another button labelled "Ni-Cd". I'm presuming that "Ni-Cd" stands for nickel-cadmium.<br>

    Can anyone tell me what functions these various switches and buttons control?<br>

    And where I might be able to download a manual that explains this back.<br>

    Thanks, Leo</p>

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    D700 - Body joins oxidized?

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    <p>Erik, <br>

    We're pretty much covering the same part of the world and I've not experienced the "oxidation" you refer to. I've even had my D700 on a sea kayaking trip in southern Thailand shooting at kayak level and occasionally getting a bit damp. I've also spent some time with the D700 (and D300s) on the Mekong in northern Cambodia and southern Laos. I almost always wipe my cameras down with a cloth slightly dampened with fresh clean water after any shoots and perhaps this is the reason I've not seen any oxidation. Ciao, Leo. </p>

    Nikon store at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) (alternatively Vientiane or Yangon)

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    <p>There is no "Nikon" Store at the Bangkok Airport. That being said they do sell both Sony and Nikon DSLR's at the airport. In fact there are several different outlets. They don't offer the entire range of Nikon DSLRs. The last time I looked they offered two or three of the lower priced cameras, all in kit form. I'm not sure they sell lenses without the body. <br>

    I am not familiar with the Nikon market in Vientiane, however, I would imagine the selection will be better in Nong Khai, Thailand which is not far by road from Vientiane. There is a Tesco Lotus hypermarket in Nong Khai and usually the adjoining mall will have a camera store or two.<br>

    Good luck!</p>

    <p>Leo</p>

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    Bought a used D700 and 24-70 that needs repair. . . Thoughts?

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    <p>Between amzn and eby you can purchase this same combo in "like new" condition for 3300 USD. (Of course this is not a guarantee that the description is accurate.) With accessories. <br>

    I would stay away from the kit you've described become of the potential repair cost, regardless of an examination by a technician. Repair estimates are estimates until they open the lens. And there may be future issues currently unknown.<br>

    Even if the repair cost is only a "couple hundred" dollars", you're bumping against the price I quoted. FYI I dropped a different lens, an 85mm f/1.4 last year and it cost over 300 USD to repair. Of course, the required repair may be different. (And this lens still looks brand new. After repairing the lens you've bought, it will still look like a mess)<br>

    Second, if you intend to sell it someday, it may be difficult to get much money out of it. Most buyers will be put off by its appearance.</p>

     

    foreign version of D700

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    <p>hard to break the news to you but the D700 sells for significantly more in Japan than in the US. and as Matt noted, you will have a problem if the camera requires warranty service. for example, my first D700 died after two weeks and was replaced under warranty. </p>

    <p>stick with the US "version". </p>

     

    AF-D lenses do not work on D300S

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    <p>Thanks Dennis. The D300s is a backup for an upcoming trip up the Mekong from Vietnam into Laos. The D700 is primary.<br>

    By the way, I figured out the problem. For some unknown reason, f8 "Customize command dial", under Custom Setting Menu, was set to "Aperture ring". I changed it to "Sub-command dial", and everything is now ok. What's interesting is that the "restored" setting is "Aperture ring" and not "Sub-command dial". <br>

    Regards,</p>

    <p>Leo</p>

    AF-D lenses do not work on D300S

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    <p>A couple of weeks ago I bought a D300S as a backup for an upcoming trip. I have owned a D700 for about a year and have never had a problem with my AF-D lenses. Today I mounted my 85mm f/1.4 lens on the 300S. To my surprise, I could not adjust the f-stop with the command wheel. (I can manually adjust the f-stop and the change is displayed.) I tried my 16mm f/2.8 and 135mm f/2 and had the same problem. I checked each lens on my D700 with no problem. I had used the 85mm f/1.4 on the D300S a week ago and it did work without any problems. <br>

    I also rechecked my G lenses today and they are fine. I then restored the D300s to its original settings and that did not make a difference.<br>

    I've searched the web and user's manual for a solution and could not find one.<br>

    I did upgrade the firmware the other day and could not help by think that perhaps there is some connection. <br>

    Sorry if there's an answer already posted on Photonet. I couldn't find it.</p>

    <p>Leo</p>

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    Where to visit in India in January

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    <p>Five days give you plenty of time for you to wander Delhi and beyond. Agra is a fine destination. I would suggest that you spend some time in Delhi. Wander old Delhi near the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. It's chockful of photo ops what with colorful background and people. There are some very narrow alleyways that can be great opportunities for photos. I would recommend that you hire a rickshaw when you're in that area as it gives you a great vantage point and keeps you from being run over by all manners of traffic in these alleys. Old Delhi is a must see. <br>

    If you go to old Delhi, hire a car to take you there and then get your driver to hire a rickshaw. Have the driver wait for you. <br>

    Another destination can be India Gate, which is a monument to India's military. It's not that far from old Delhi. It's great around sunset.<br>

    I have other recommendations but that's enough for now. <br>

    Regarding hotels, if you've got a big budget, I recommend the Imperial Hotel, a quasi-colonial hotel that's located central Delhi. It's one of the world's great hotels with loads of atmosphere. </p>

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    Nikon Lenses

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    <p>No problem "J". No harm no foul. <br>

    Getting off the this topic just a bit. Sometimes prices for photo gear can be competitive in Thailand. You just have to know your prices pretty well. For example, I purchased a Nikkor 16mm f/2.8 fisheye today for about 100 USD less then the price at a well known NY-based web retailer in the US.<br>

    Same with returns. I returned my first D700 after the electronics broke down after a couple of weeks use. The dealer gave me a new one in fifteen minutes. Of course not all retailers are created equal so you have to know who you can trust. <br>

    Cheers, Leo</p>

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    Nikon Lenses

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    <p>Nik Thailand is the distributor for Nikon in Thailand and I have a hard time believing they are taking advantage of the OP.  I've bought from them and had cameras and lenses serviced by them for over a decade and have never ever experienced or heard such a story.  Believe something is lost in translation, like the currency conversion rate. <br>

    Cheers,<br>

    Leo<br>

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    buying camera equipment - Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur?

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    <p>I've lived in Bangkok for eleven years and have purchased photo equipment from most of the cities in Asia. Re your question, I've purchased gear in both Kl and Bangkok (and Hk and Singapore) and I find the prices in Bangkok better.  In addition, you will get a 7% VAT refund at the BKK airport upon departure.  That's cash in your hands.<br>

    HK is still the class leader in terms of price.  <br>

    There is no problem finding the filters that you mention at Fotofile at MBK Shopping Center in BKK.  There are three outlets at MBK so I recommend you take a look at each.  There is a large historical Canon display at the 5th Floor Fotofile.   It's worth a visit  Pretty good stock of tripods and cable and wireless releases.<br>

    I've also bought from Eddie at Camera Collection.  He sells mainly used equipment and his prices are ok. Last year I bought a wireless trigger that was significantly cheaper than other shops in Bangkok.<br>

    Good luck,<br>

    Leo<br>

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    Does it matter if a DSLR camera was made in Thailand and not in Japan?

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    <p>It doesn't matter one whit where the Nikon was manufactured. Nikon has been manufacturing cameras in Thailand since the early 90s and its production QA is on par with the Japanese manufactured cameras. By the way, the two D700s I had were both manufactured in Japan. The electronics of the first one failed two weeks after the purchase. The second suffers from most of the rubber peeling away from the body. </p>

    Camera Safety in Vietnam?

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    <p>I've lived in Southeast Asia for over a decade, currently living in Bangkok. I've taken countless trips to VN with multiple cameras and have never had a problem with crime there (or anywhere else for that matter). I do think you have to exercise some caution however. Wear the camera across the chest works for me. Same with camera bag. No dangling straps. And be aware when crossing the street as that's where you're vulnerable to a motorcycle snatch. Crime exists everywhere and I use the same precautions regardless of location. VN is a great venue. </p>

    Nikon WedNEsDAy PiC #37

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    <p>This is rainy season in Thailand and after a recent downpour, I spotted raindrops on the plants outside my front window. As I had just bought a new macro lens, I took a series of photos of the raindrops. This particular raindrop caught my attention as the house across the street from mine is visible in both drops. </p>

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    Carry-on dilemma -- what would you do?

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    <p>you're usually allowed a carry-on as you noted and a second small carry-on which is usually described as a purse, computer case or camera bag. i travel every other week in asia and beyond usually on star alliance airlines including singapore airlines and have never had a problem. my experience has been that its usually not the airlines but the security checkpoint in some airports like sydney and london that MAY inspect your carry-on. </p>
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