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Jul 10, 2014 12:17:21   #
Donld
 
Gobuster wrote:
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sensor (CX 2.7 crop factor) camera with 18mp. It comes with a detachable EVF, detachable grip, 10-30mm lens (27-81mm equiv.) and, best of all, an adapter that allows you to use AF-S Nikkor DSLR lenses. So, with this little body, you could still use the AF-S lenses you may have for the D300. From the images I've seen on line, the IQ looks good, and, if you don't print large, should work well for you. When using the adapter with AF-S lenses, all the functions of the camera work, AF, AE and VR in the lens if so equipped. This is the only compact camera I could find that could use Nikon DSLR lenses without loss of AF or AE. Nikon also has a nice range of light compact lenses for the V3 that would substantially reduce size and weight of a flexible system.

In conclusion, you might want to take a look, especially if you have a collection of AF-S lenses for the D300 and want to continue to use them. Another camera well worth a look is the Sony RX10.
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sen... (show quote)


Very helpful. Thank you.

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Jul 10, 2014 12:17:55   #
craggycrossers Loc: Robin Hood Country, UK
 
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Goofy: Would you be willing to post some of your Europe photos, including some taken indoor/low-light using the Fuji X E1?

<In another thread if necessary....>

Thanks,


I've also got the X-E1 + 18-55 lens ....... would be happy to let you have some examples, if you'd like, even by email.

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Jul 10, 2014 13:18:45   #
caljr Loc: Indiana
 
In my studio at home I shoot a nikon D700 but it is a tank so on vacations and around town I also use a Fujifilm X-E1 and have had great results with it and you have a nice choice of lenses for the Fuji as well.

Image taken with my Fuji X-E1
Image taken with my Fuji X-E1...

X-E1 using panoramic mode
X-E1 using panoramic mode...

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Jul 10, 2014 13:29:06   #
Donld
 
Gobuster wrote:
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sensor (CX 2.7 crop factor) camera with 18mp. It comes with a detachable EVF, detachable grip, 10-30mm lens (27-81mm equiv.) and, best of all, an adapter that allows you to use AF-S Nikkor DSLR lenses. So, with this little body, you could still use the AF-S lenses you may have for the D300. From the images I've seen on line, the IQ looks good, and, if you don't print large, should work well for you. When using the adapter with AF-S lenses, all the functions of the camera work, AF, AE and VR in the lens if so equipped. This is the only compact camera I could find that could use Nikon DSLR lenses without loss of AF or AE. Nikon also has a nice range of light compact lenses for the V3 that would substantially reduce size and weight of a flexible system.

In conclusion, you might want to take a look, especially if you have a collection of AF-S lenses for the D300 and want to continue to use them. Another camera well worth a look is the Sony RX10.
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sen... (show quote)


Nikons have been good to me through the years. I'll look at the V3. Thanks.

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Jul 10, 2014 13:33:40   #
Donld
 
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Goofy: Would you be willing to post some of your Europe photos, including some taken indoor/low-light using the Fuji X E1?

<In another thread if necessary....>

Thanks,


Will look at Fuji. Had a Fuji "Texas Leica" years ago and the lens quality was stunning. Thanks

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Jul 10, 2014 13:37:16   #
shutterbob Loc: Tucson
 
I would recommend the D7100. As previously stated, it is a bit lighter than your D300 and all of your lenses will work just fine with it. It is also smaller in size and to me at least, feels even lighter than it really is. I used to shoot a 300 and the difference between the two is noticeable.

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Jul 10, 2014 16:24:49   #
Donld
 
caljr wrote:
In my studio at home I shoot a nikon D700 but it is a tank so on vacations and around town I also use a Fujifilm X-E1 and have had great results with it and you have a nice choice of lenses for the Fuji as well.


Nice shots. Thank you.

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Jul 10, 2014 16:43:42   #
GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City
 
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Goofy: Would you be willing to post some of your Europe photos, including some taken indoor/low-light using the Fuji X E1?

<In another thread if necessary....>

Thanks,

Since Donld didn't object to others posting photos- the first are straight out of camera (but downsized) straight out of the Fuji and downloadable. The last two were massaged in Photoshop and Photomatix.

BTW, Donld: Along with their Texas Leicas, Fuji GX680 and other interesting cameras, Fuji made the XPan for Hasselblad and some excellent large format lenses. They make good stuff!!!

ISO 800
ISO 800...
(Download)

ISO 800
ISO 800...
(Download)

ISO 200
ISO 200...
(Download)

ISO 6400 1/12sec hand held
ISO 6400 1/12sec hand held...
(Download)

ISO 500
ISO 500...
(Download)

ISO 400 (HDR)
ISO 400 (HDR)...

ISO 1000 (Not SOOC)
ISO 1000 (Not SOOC)...

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Jul 10, 2014 18:33:33   #
Donld
 
Picdude wrote:
Tripod is a good suggestion. Another thing to think about is a Monopod. It doesn't have the rock-solid stability of a Tripod, but does have more flexibility in terms of set-up and portability. Also, you can use a Monopod many places (crowds) where a Tripod is disallowed.


Have, and use, tripod and monopod. Increasingly I find scenes when I can carry little gear, and moments of opportunity when there's no time for setup. Thanks .

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Jul 10, 2014 18:37:33   #
Donld
 
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Since Donld didn't object to others posting photos- the first are straight out of camera (but downsized) straight out of the Fuji and downloadable. The last two were massaged in Photoshop and Photomatix.

BTW, Donld: Along with their Texas Leicas, Fuji GX680 and other interesting cameras, Fuji made the XPan for Hasselblad and some excellent large format lenses. They make good stuff!!!


Impressive shots. "Strateguiqe (sp?) breathtaking. Thanks.

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Jul 10, 2014 18:43:03   #
Donld
 
craggycrossers wrote:
I've also got the X-E1 + 18-55 lens ....... would be happy to let you have some examples, if you'd like, even by email.


Thanks. Would like to see samples. (dondeleski@q.com)

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Jul 10, 2014 18:45:00   #
Donld
 
GoofyNewfie wrote:
:thumbup: :thumbup:
I normally shoot with a Nikon D800 and the good (heavy) glass.
When I went to Europe recently, all I took was my Fuji X-E1 and the 18-55.
It took me a bit to get used to the electronic viewfinder but I got over it and don't regret my choice at all.
I couldn't work without the eyelevel finder and you can review photos in that instead of the LCD- great when it's sunny.
Good luck doing THAT with a DLSR!
Lightweight, small, great build quality.

Fuji sounding better and better. Too many great cameras out there. What a wealth of choices!
Great image quality- even jpegs sooc.
You can shoot with several Fuji film simulations.
If you shot film in the 70's and 80's, you'll really like the interface.
:thumbup: :thumbup: br I normally shoot with a N... (show quote)

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Jul 10, 2014 18:47:15   #
Donld
 
Gobuster wrote:
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sensor (CX 2.7 crop factor) camera with 18mp. It comes with a detachable EVF, detachable grip, 10-30mm lens (27-81mm equiv.) and, best of all, an adapter that allows you to use AF-S Nikkor DSLR lenses. So, with this little body, you could still use the AF-S lenses you may have for the D300. From the images I've seen on line, the IQ looks good, and, if you don't print large, should work well for you. When using the adapter with AF-S lenses, all the functions of the camera work, AF, AE and VR in the lens if so equipped. This is the only compact camera I could find that could use Nikon DSLR lenses without loss of AF or AE. Nikon also has a nice range of light compact lenses for the V3 that would substantially reduce size and weight of a flexible system.

In conclusion, you might want to take a look, especially if you have a collection of AF-S lenses for the D300 and want to continue to use them. Another camera well worth a look is the Sony RX10.
I've just ordered a Nikon 1 V3 a small 1" sen... (show quote)


You make the Nikon sound tempting. I'll look at it. Thanks.

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Jul 10, 2014 18:59:04   #
joer Loc: Colorado/Illinois
 
Donld wrote:
My Nikon D300 is getting a little heavy for my old hands. I would welcome suggestions for a high quality replacement, with price as a consideration but not determinant. I like landscapes, scenic, flowers, old barns, general and still lifes; do not need movies.


You should look at Micro Four Thirds cameras. Most are much lighter and less expensive considering the lenses.

The image quality and feature sets are very good.

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Jul 10, 2014 19:02:20   #
Donld
 
joer wrote:
You should look at Micro Four Thirds cameras. Most are much lighter and less expensive considering the lenses.

The image quality and feature sets are very good.


I have started. Looks like many good choices. Thank you.

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