What checks should I do on my new refurbished D7100 ? Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm...

Timberon Loc: Timberon NM

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I take the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

jethro779 Loc: Tucson, AZ

Timberon wrote:

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I rake the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

Charge the battery. You might also get a second battery.

Gifted One Loc: S. E. Idaho

Many places on the Net to look at setting the camera up and to familiarize yourself with it. Learn all functions. I am a Canon guy and did this with my 6D and was well pleased. make it your second skin. Learn to be fast and then slow down.

Good luck, it's a great body.

J. R.

CO

Are you going to be shooting in the RAW file format and processing later or using .jpeg files from the camera? Here's a tip if you're going to be using the .jpeg files from the camera. Nikon sets the default sharpening for the picture controls very low at level 3. Nikon expert, Ken Rockwell, recommends to increase the sharpening to level 6. Go through all of the picture controls - standard, neutral, vivid, monochrome, etc. and increase the sharpening. Level 9 is the highest but that can be too much.

I find the best way to learn about my cameras is to download the user's manual from the Nikon website. I'd much rather read the manual on my computer than the little book included with the camera.

dynoking Loc: New York

I found these helpful;

http://cameratico.com/articles/nikon-d7100-tips-and-tricks/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTTBp2ZyHWs

ABJanes Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia

I used his video to get up and running quickly.....http://www.michaelthemaven.com/?postID=2787&nikon-d7100-training-tutorial-video-manual-download. You can buy the download immediately and get the dvd later in the mail. Why don't you try some auto shots and see how they look.

Timberon wrote:

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I take the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

ABJanes Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia

This book is a must have so you can get the most out of your fine investment.....http://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Nikon-D7100-Darrell-Young/dp/193753832X.

Timberon wrote:

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I take the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

Marilyng Loc: Lorain,Oh.

Timberon wrote:

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I take the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

I also purchased a refurbished 7100 body awhile back & I love it,takes awesome photos.Take it out,take lots of practice shots & learn all the functions of this great camera.Enjoy!

ABJanes Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia

I would agree on the sharpening settings as well. I like shooting in Auto 2 and Cloudy WB.

CO wrote:

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Flipper2012 Loc: Alberta, Canada

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jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Take a look here - a bargain for $30.

http://www.creativelive.com/courses/nikon-d7100-dslr-fast-start-john-greengo

RKL349 Loc: Connecticut

Timberon wrote:

Just received it, I have not used the D7100 camera body yet. I already have: Sigma 70-300mm, F4-5,6DG OS, Nikon 55-200, Nikon35mm 1:1.8G, Nikon Kit 18-55mm 1:3.5G. Thought I would take my time and make sure this is up to snuff before I take the 4th of July shots for my fire department.

David Busch has some excellent books out that are instructional for the D7100. Invest the $25 or less and you will be able to navigate your D7100 easily.

ABJanes Loc: Jersey Boy now Virginia

Hope you feel better soon.

Flipper2012 wrote:

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boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

Flipper2012 wrote:

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There must be something wrong with me because I actually understand this.

Bram boy Loc: Vancouver Island B.C. Canada

CO wrote:

Are you going to be shooting in the RAW file forma... (show quote)

I wouldn't follow what Rockwell does . As you will have over everything over the top especially vivid . And you will have cartoons same as his .
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