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Feb 26, 2022 06:39:37   #
Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket
 
This is a very nice story. Thank you for sharing. So pleased to hear.

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Feb 26, 2022 17:05:40   #
Drbobcameraguy Loc: Eaton Ohio
 
PAR4DCR wrote:
The world still has some good, kind people!

Don


I believe most people are good people that will help others. The crap we see and hear on the news and social media is a very small percentage of people in the world.

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Feb 26, 2022 19:38:54   #
frjeff Loc: Mid-Michigan
 
Drbobcameraguy wrote:
I believe most people are good people that will help others. The crap we see and hear on the news and social media is a very small percentage of people in the world.


True!

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Feb 27, 2022 08:35:53   #
olemikey Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
 
Karma is a wonderful thing!! Great story and yes there are some mighty fine folks here!

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Feb 27, 2022 09:30:59   #
ppkwhat Loc: Gibsonton, FL
 
frjeff wrote:
I recently posted my desire to move from a crop sensor and bridge camera to a reasonably priced FX model. My post asked for help from fellow UHH’s as to models that were decent and would stay within my modest budget.
I had four pages of responses. All helpful and many highly and strongly varied.

Then I received a response wherein the UHH asked me to PM him. And I did so. He replied that he would be sending me a Nikon D700 no longer needed as he had more advanced bodies as well as a mirrorless. All he asked for was my address.

I was blown away and gushed my thanks!

Many had suggested that I save up additional funds and bump up to a D610, D750, etc. so that was my plan. However this generous gentleman has now allowed me to learn with a still sound body at no expense. I will buy a used lens and begin honing my skills. If I decide to move on to a later model FX, I shall pay forward this D700 and my FZ1000 bridge camera.

It is highly refreshing and heart lifting (in this time of such great divisiveness) to be a part of such a helpful and generous group of folks.

I have kept this donor’s identity to myself as I am thinking that would be his desire.
Kudos to all of you!
I recently posted my desire to move from a crop se... (show quote)


Your story made my day! I know this world of us has great and giving people but hearing of such a generous event made smile ear to ear; Kudos for whoever UHH person did this and thank you for sharing, Jeff.

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Feb 27, 2022 14:01:36   #
bwmarkus
 
With all the terrible events in the world today, it's wonderful to read about an act of such generosity. Thanks for the uplifting post

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Feb 27, 2022 16:21:54   #
Madecker Loc: Ciudad Cortés, Costa Rica
 
Like many others, I was reminded of the goodness that so many people display in their lives. I thank you for posting this especially when so much sadness exists in the world and I thank the generous photographer who helped me see the bright side of people!

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Feb 27, 2022 20:41:11   #
Blair Shaw Jr Loc: Dunnellon,Florida
 
Fantastic.......great to hear....good luck on your journey.

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Feb 28, 2022 08:42:57   #
Abo
 
frjeff wrote:
I recently posted my desire to move from a crop sensor and bridge camera to a reasonably priced FX model. My post asked for help from fellow UHH’s as to models that were decent and would stay within my modest budget.
I had four pages of responses. All helpful and many highly and strongly varied.

Then I received a response wherein the UHH asked me to PM him. And I did so. He replied that he would be sending me a Nikon D700 no longer needed as he had more advanced bodies as well as a mirrorless. All he asked for was my address.

I was blown away and gushed my thanks!

Many had suggested that I save up additional funds and bump up to a D610, D750, etc. so that was my plan. However this generous gentleman has now allowed me to learn with a still sound body at no expense. I will buy a used lens and begin honing my skills. If I decide to move on to a later model FX, I shall pay forward this D700 and my FZ1000 bridge camera.

It is highly refreshing and heart lifting (in this time of such great divisiveness) to be a part of such a helpful and generous group of folks.

I have kept this donor’s identity to myself as I am thinking that would be his desire.
Kudos to all of you!
I recently posted my desire to move from a crop se... (show quote)


The D700 is still an excellent unit... that I still use regularly... so excellent in fact that a
D610 would be a step backward imho as the D700 is a seriously robust unit with great,
smooth, positive controls.
A 1986 E class Merc versus a 1991 Hyundai is a fair metaphor.

If your budget is really tight a Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AF-D or 50mm 1.4 AF-D.
Both have very good build quality and sharp optics and can be had for
substancially less than $100.
They were actually designed for film cameras, so when used on
digital Nikons there can be an artifact that looks
like a slight violet cast around the centre of the image
if there is a large amount of intense light reflecting
of a white wall or silver directly into the lens. It can happen
also if you are shooting objects on a "light table"
at some angles. I've struck the syndrome about 4 times
out of thousands of frames with my 50mm f/1.4 AF-D.

If the possibility of that violet artifact is a deal breaker for you
the AF-S G versions of those lenses are made specifically
for Nikons digital units would be right up your ally at a higher cost but
still relatively inexpensive... they don't have the build quality
or the on lens aperture control of the earlier units though.

Shots taken with my D700 and 50mm f1.4 AF-D

I've processed the image of the Maserati 101 different ways
and they all look good.


(Download)

Moody Maserati
Moody Maserati...
(Download)

Bright And Beautiful Maserati
Bright And Beautiful Maserati...
(Download)

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Feb 28, 2022 11:14:12   #
frjeff Loc: Mid-Michigan
 
Abo wrote:
The D700 is still an excellent unit... that I still use regularly... so excellent in fact that a
D610 would be a step backward imho as the D700 is a seriously robust unit with great,
smooth, positive controls.
A 1986 E class Merc versus a 1991 Hyundai is a fair metaphor.

If your budget is really tight a Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AF-D or 50mm 1.4 AF-D.
Both have very good build quality and sharp optics and can be had for
substancially less than $100.
They were actually designed for film cameras, so when used on
digital Nikons there can be an artifact that looks
like a slight violet cast around the centre of the image
if there is a large amount of intense light reflecting
of a white wall or silver directly into the lens. It can happen
also if you are shooting objects on a "light table"
at some angles. I've struck the syndrome about 4 times
out of thousands of frames with my 50mm f/1.4 AF-D.

If the possibility of that violet artifact is a deal breaker for you
the AF-S G versions of those lenses are made specifically
for Nikons digital units would be right up your ally at a higher cost but
still relatively inexpensive... they don't have the build quality
or the on lens aperture control of the earlier units though.

Shots taken with my D700 and 50mm f1.4 AF-D

I've processed the image of the Maserati 101 different ways
and they all look good.
The D700 is still an excellent unit... that I stil... (show quote)


Awesome info and pics. I bought an 50mm f/1.8 D rates E+ at KEH. Looks like new. Camera not here yet so anxious to put this duo through its paces. Thanks.

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Feb 28, 2022 11:25:05   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
Excellent!

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Feb 28, 2022 11:55:42   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Abo wrote:
The D700 is still an excellent unit... that I still use regularly... so excellent in fact that a
D610 would be a step backward imho as the D700 is a seriously robust unit with great,
smooth, positive controls.
A 1986 E class Merc versus a 1991 Hyundai is a fair metaphor.

If your budget is really tight a Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AF-D or 50mm 1.4 AF-D.
Both have very good build quality and sharp optics and can be had for
substancially less than $100.
They were actually designed for film cameras, so when used on
digital Nikons there can be an artifact that looks
like a slight violet cast around the centre of the image
if there is a large amount of intense light reflecting
of a white wall or silver directly into the lens. It can happen
also if you are shooting objects on a "light table"
at some angles. I've struck the syndrome about 4 times
out of thousands of frames with my 50mm f/1.4 AF-D.

If the possibility of that violet artifact is a deal breaker for you
the AF-S G versions of those lenses are made specifically
for Nikons digital units would be right up your ally at a higher cost but
still relatively inexpensive... they don't have the build quality
or the on lens aperture control of the earlier units though.

Shots taken with my D700 and 50mm f1.4 AF-D

I've processed the image of the Maserati 101 different ways
and they all look good.
The D700 is still an excellent unit... that I stil... (show quote)


Stunningly beautiful images 💫💫💫💫💫

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Feb 28, 2022 12:42:14   #
Abo
 
joecichjr wrote:
Stunningly beautiful images 💫💫💫💫💫


The ol' D700 rocks.

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Feb 28, 2022 15:40:18   #
Dug E Pi
 
My first camera was given to me. Minolta X700, guess I'm old now. I have given away 4 cameras. I could have sold them or traded up for more gear. There is something about fostering a spark in someone else though that means more than that extra lens to me.

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Mar 3, 2022 14:45:03   #
frjeff Loc: Mid-Michigan
 
As an update to my post, the gifted D700 arrived today as shown in the pic. Appears to be in excellent condition. The 50mm lens I purchased for it is attached.
I am charging the batteries before I begin any settings and shooting.
I am blessed!





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