tacomadm18

April 30, 2013

you could check out the Phottix Strato II's - They seem to be good - and if you want TTl the Phottix Odin's work -

April 21, 2013

I'm a little confused and want to ensure I'm on the right track - It I'm using the st-e2 along with one off camera flash lets say a (270 exII) Is the ratio function on the st-e2 itself the only way to control the flash power -

I understand it's not the same as using a better flash from 1/128 to 1/1 - I just want to be able to control the output from the camera -

thanks

March 16, 2013

So I've been on the fence about the D600 -

* I'm using the D7000 and like the camera, but was thinking of moving to the D600 -

* One of my big concerns is the Sensor, Dust, Oil, etc , etc - I know people who have had it returned more than once, and or have had it cleaned by local camera shops - and it continues do have issues -

* My concern is, is there a bigger problem that Nikon is not addressing - I do not want to deal with a camera that is in and out of repair -

* I'm also not looking at a D800 or the older D700 -

* For me it's, stay with the D7000 or move to the D600 -

thoughts - thanks

December 30, 2012

Besides reading about them I was wondering what thoughts people have on the two cameras in the real world - No specific shooting - JUst an all around camera used for general shooting -

* image quality -

* focus speed

* will mostly shoot in jped mode

* flash, etc, etc

thanks

June 16, 2012

I think I found the problem, I had the flash set to red eye - no more delay

question - on the (e1 setting) should I use 1/250th or the (1/250 auto fp)

I'm going to have to take an online flash course - - -

thanks

June 16, 2012

I deleted all the pic's - what would i be looking for if I take another pic as a test

June 16, 2012

Got a question for you flash guys and gals...

So I'm really just starting to use a flash - I'm using a D700 and a SB700.

I was at an indoor event today and was using my Nikon AFS 60mm (not macro shots, just generic shots)- I had the flash set on TTl, but when I took a look at the pic's tonight in LR, they were all blurry. After I thought about it, I do remember pushing the shutter buttom and a delay before the pic was taken (anbd a delay before the flash went off). I guess I had a wrong setting. I was shooting (S) at 250..

I'm sure the delay is what caused the blurry pics, what did I do wrong and what would be a good setting to start working on my flash shots -

thanks

May 11, 2012

I have been thinking for awhile of letting the full frame go and moving into a more compact Nex 7. I shoot just for fun and usually don't print anything bigger than 8X10. My thinking is I will take the camera more places. If I do move to the Nex 7 I will not keep the full frame, just don't need two cameras. I'm not to worried about low light shooting, I do shoot some macro, but I can get a macro lens and the rest is just general shooting. The one thing I worry about is image quality as the full frame Nikon gives me great IQ. thoughts

thanks

March 22, 2012

I was doing more reading tonight:

** Sigma 150-500mm OS might also fit the bill - it had some good reviews

** Sigma - 120-400 OS - seems the IQ is not as good as the 150-500

** the nikon 80-400mm VR - they say the auto-focus is very slow

I don't know, but at this very minute it seems the sigma 150-500 or the Nikon 300 AF-S f4 are on top of the list and around the same cost. (new)

thoughts

March 22, 2012

Nikon 300mm Prime lenses: ?

I've been looking at the Nikon Telephoto AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4D ED-IF Autofocus Lens and the older one I guess the non- AF-S - the one with the smaller tripod collar.

I used a friends older version and it seemed O.K and the auto-focus was O.K, but haven't gotten the chance to try the newer model. I was wondering what people think about either or both. I read that the newer version does a better job at auto-foucs - not sure it's worth the extra monies.

The one thing that jumps out is cost - I can get the older version at a local shop for around $450.00 The newer one is a lot more - B&H has it for around $1300.00 With that said I'm not sure the newer one is worth it.

I should mentioin that I shoot full frame and my main lens in the Nikon 24-70mm. I just like to shoot some wildlife, some R/C stuff and need to reach out.. I don't think "IS" is really needed as I can use my tripod or shoot at 1/1000.

My other thoughts were:

* Sigma - 70-200 2.8 non OS - I've just read where they have some focus issues and I don't want to have to deal with it or try and find one that does not have that issue. Not sure 200mm is enough.

* Nikon 70-200 2.8 VR VI - the thing is I think I would mostly shoot at the long end. Again, not sure 200mm is enough.

* I also thought about the Nikon 70-300mm VR, but is some of the articles they say it is soft. If I'm going to invest I would like a sharp lens.

* I'm open to other brands - they just need to be quick on the auto-focus.

* If I went with the nikon 300mm at some point I would probably get the TC1.4 for it.

thoughts ? ?

thanks,

February 19, 2012

My question is this - what is the best way to manage a flash (sb700) when using an older lens mentioned above. I'll be using the flash on a D700. thanks

February 4, 2012

So I have to think about the 3100/5100 option - when you say the 35mm are you talking about the DX version -

I also just read about the Fuji X10 - seems to do a nice job -

The Pro X 1 - Seems like one should save up and just get a Leica

February 4, 2012

After thinking about it I would need a view finder, I think not having one would be an issue after a wihile. With that said I went out today and held a Nikon V1 - I like the way it felt, the view finder looked O.K - it didn't have the feel of a full frame, but it couldn't - I will say the one thing that would keep me from that camera would be the lack of easy controls to set the ISO, Shutter, etc, etc - Maybe I missed somthing, but you have to enter into the menu system to change these settings - seems that this would be an issue long term.

I guess I could consider the 3100 or thte 5100 - but then you add the wieght of a quality lens and what am I really gaining.

The Nex-5n is out - I don't think I want a camera I have to add the view finder to -

The EP3 is out - no view finder

The V1 looks like it is out - no easy access to the ISO, etc, etc

I understand that getting the same IQ as a full frame is not going to happen, but I still

think I should be able to something in the ball park.

I'm very confused on what to do -

February 4, 2012

Q: What subjects do you want to capture?

A: I like to shoot what catches my eye - a lot of landscape, Car Shows, Objects that catch my eye if I'm out and about - that could be me taking a walk or in the car and something cathces my attention - I also shoot some macro - I would say more Close-Up stuff

Q:Are you looking for size savings;

A; Yes, th nikon full frame is heavy - great camera and lens just big

Q: How important is a viewfinder vs. LCD screen to you?

Q:How important is fast autofocus? How important is the ability to switch lenses?

A: I would say it is important, as an example I think the Leica X1 has a very slow autofocus. I would like to be able to switch lenses

A: That is a good question; I've been looking at the V!, it seems to have everything I need, I'm not sure I would use the viewfinder, I'm sure I would use it sometimes, but not all the time.

Q:Do you have lenses you want to continue using?

A: No - I would retire my full frame

After reading a lot of threads, etc, I don't think there is a 4/3's type of camera that will meet all my need so I guess I would have to setting in some areas - Right now the Pen EP-3 and the Nike V1 are on the top of my list.

thoughts and thanks

February 3, 2012

I wouldn't say street, I shoot everthing anywhere I go...

One thing that concerns me is the talk about the out of focus issues on th X100

February 3, 2012

I'm not a pixel peeper, but Image Quality is very important - I mean very important - I would not print anything over 11x14 - I shoot RAW and use lightroom 3.6 -

February 3, 2012

I've been reading a lot on the 4/3's cameras & compact type like the X100, etc, etc,,,

I've had a few issues with my neck, shoulder, arm areas and have been thinking of switching to a lighter camera solution. I'm coming from the Nikon full frame school -

The Pen EP-3 looks good to me. It seems like it would be easier to hold, can still change lenses, has good IQ, etc. I also like the X100, but not sure about the 50mm fixed.

I've done some reading on the Nex-5n and the Nex-7, but I'm not sure I want to go down the Sony road.

Anyone have any real world thoughts - not just quoting specs - I've also had a thought about moving down to a smaller DSLR body, but don't really think there is that much of a difference.

thanks

November 2, 2011

I looked at this post today and noticed that some of my original post was cut off - (don't know why) anyway I've been on both sides of the house (used only primes and used only zooms) the thing is when I use zooms I feel like I just want to use primes - I'm not sure why that is - I'm not a pro and just shoot shots because I like to shoot - (anything and everything) I don't like to do alot of post prodcution just a couple simple tweaks - It also seems that when I have used zooms most of the time I end up shooting at either end of the lens - I just thought I'd see what other people had to say - I don't think there is a right or wrong answer - but I do think my heart tell me to use Primes - that's just me -

November 1, 2011

The age old quest

October 27, 2011

couple other questions -

* the metz wireless ring flash looks nice - anyone using these or are they a waste of money

* how about using a 1.4 extender with the nikon 2.8 D -

thanks

October 27, 2011

So if you were thnking of a marco lens which of the 3 lenses would you choose and why - I'd like to keep the list to these three; Bugs and flowers would not be the number 1 reason for the lens - more for objects and things - with a few flowers here and there -

** Nikon 105mm 2.8 D (non VR)

** Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR

** Sigma 150mm HSM OS

thoughts and thanks

October 26, 2011

I've heard some good things about the metz ring flash - it's also wireless if your camera supports that.

October 5, 2011

I was wondering if anyone has ever taken the online courses that Bryan Peterson and

others teach at <a href="http://www.ppsop.com/index.aspx">http://www.ppsop.com/index.aspx</a>

If so what were your thoughts - It seems courses run from $195 and up.

thanks

October 5, 2011

So I've been getting into macro and was looking into a better lighting solution.

I've been shooting more objects than bugs or flowers -

It seems to me the R1 solution would be a better solution based on some of the things I've read.

I'd like to stay away from the DIY stuff - it aslo seems the R1 would be better for more advanced shooting.

thoughts, thanks

September 9, 2011

I've been getting more and more into macro shooting, not just flowers, insects, etc, but just any object that catches my eye. With that said, I'm using a nikkor 60mm 2.8 d macro lens and a corded off camera flash (sb800). It can be a pain with the corded flash getting in the way, et, etc, but the results can be good. I have a chance to get the Sigma 140dg ring flash, and was wondering if it will make that much of a diference.

thoughts

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