Ugly Hedgehog - Photography Forum
Home Active Topics Newest Pictures Search Login Register
Main Photography Discussion
Advice on Nikon DSLRs
Page <prev 2 of 3 next>
Oct 7, 2011 15:01:14   #
RParker Loc: Orlando
 
TOM WAITS
"Step Right Up" or "What the Nikon D7000 can do for YOU"!

Step right up, step right up, step right up,
Everyone's a winner, bargains galore
That's right, you too can be the proud owner
Of the quality goes in before the name goes on
One-tenth of a dollar, one-tenth of a dollar, we got service after sales
You need perfume? we got perfume, how 'bout an engagement ring?
Something for the little lady, something for the little lady,
Something for the little lady, hmm
Three for a dollar
We got a year-end clearance, we got a white sale
And a smoke-damaged furniture, you can drive it away today
Act now, act now, and receive as our gift, our gift to you
They come in all colors, one size fits all
No muss, no fuss, no spills, you're tired of kitchen drudgery
Everything must go, going out of business, going out of business
Going out of business sale
Fifty percent off original retail price, skip the middle man
Don't settle for less
How do we do it? how do we do it? volume, volume, turn up the volume
Now you've heard it advertised, don't hesitate
Don't be caught with your drawers down,
Don't be caught with your drawers down
You can step right up, step right up

That's right, it filets, it chops, it dices, slices,
Never stops, lasts a lifetime, mows your lawn
And it mows your lawn and it picks up the kids from school
It gets rid of unwanted facial hair, it gets rid of embarrassing age spots,
It delivers a pizza, and it lengthens, and it strengthens
And it finds that slipper that's been at large
under the chaise lounge for several weeks
And it plays a mean Rhythm Master,
It makes excuses for unwanted lipstick on your collar
And it's only a dollar, step right up, it's only a dollar, step right up

'Cause it forges your signature
If not completely satisfied, mail back unused portion of product
For complete refund of price of purchase
Step right up
Please allow thirty days for delivery, don't be fooled by cheap imitations
You can live in it, live in it, laugh in it, love in it
Swim in it, sleep in it,
Live in it, swim in it, laugh in it, love in it
Removes embarrassing stains from contour sheets, that's right
And it entertains visiting relatives, it turns a sandwich into a banquet
Tired of being the life of the party?
Change your shorts, change your life, change your life
Change into a nine-year-old Hindu boy, get rid of your wife,
And it walks your dog, and it doubles on sax
Doubles on sax, you can jump back Jack, see you later alligator
See you later alligator
And it steals your car
It gets rid of your gambling debts, it quits smoking
It's a friend, and it's a companion,
And it's the only product you will ever need
Follow these easy assembly instructions it never needs ironing
Well it takes weights off hips, bust, thighs, chin, midriff,
Gives you dandruff, and it finds you a job, it is a job
And it strips the phone company free take ten for five exchange,
And it gives you denture breath
And you know it's a friend, and it's a companion
And it gets rid of your traveler's checks
It's new, it's improved, it's old-fashioned
Well it takes care of business, never needs winding,
Never needs winding, never needs winding
Gets rid of blackheads, the heartbreak of psoriasis,
Christ, you don't know the meaning of heartbreak, buddy,
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon
'Cause it's effective, it's defective, it creates household odors,
It disinfects, it sanitizes for your protection
It gives you an erection, it wins the election
Why put up with painful corns any longer?
It's a redeemable coupon, no obligation, no salesman will visit your home
We got a jackpot, jackpot, jackpot, prizes, prizes, prizes, all work guaranteed
How do we do it, how do we do it, how do we do it, how do we do it
We need your business, we're going out of business
We'll give you the business
Get on the business end of our going-out-of-business sale
Receive our free brochure, free brochure
Read the easy-to-follow assembly instructions, batteries not included
Send before midnight tomorrow, terms available,
Step right up, step right up, step right up
You got it buddy: the large print giveth, and the small print taketh away
Step right up, you can step right up, you can step right up
C'mon step right up
(Get away from me kid, you bother me...)
Step right up, step right up, step right up, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon
Step right up, you can step right up, c'mon and step right up,
C'mon and step right up

Reply
Oct 7, 2011 15:19:41   #
KJGregor Loc: Montana
 
I LOVE my D3000 takes great photos, it awesome for beginners, its my first DSLR, and I am very happy with it... I got the kit with the 18- 55mm and have also purchased a 55mm-200mm lens... IMO as a newbie, its a wonderful camera...

Reply
Oct 7, 2011 15:30:17   #
RParker Loc: Orlando
 
...AND, KJGregor, you can take GREAT pics with it! I still have my D40- and still grin when I pick it up> The 18-55mm is a bunch of fun, I like being able to get 4" away from stuff, I still use it on a D90, let me find a pic...this was with the 18-55- I stuck it in his face and let it AF and started snapping! your 55-200 is a killer, bang for the buck lens too- WEAR THEM SUCKERS OUT HOMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Reply
 
 
Oct 7, 2011 16:17:20   #
KJGregor Loc: Montana
 
RParker wrote:
...AND, KJGregor, you can take GREAT pics with it! I still have my D40- and still grin when I pick it up> The 18-55mm is a bunch of fun, I like being able to get 4" away from stuff, I still use it on a D90, let me find a pic...this was with the 18-55- I stuck it in his face and let it AF and started snapping! your 55-200 is a killer, bang for the buck lens too- WEAR THEM SUCKERS OUT HOMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Yes I can... and thanks for your comments... I appreciate them...

Reply
Oct 7, 2011 16:18:39   #
KJGregor Loc: Montana
 
simontam wrote:
GET A LIFE LAST THING A FORUM NEEDS IS A COURT JESTER IF YOU HAVE NOTHING NICE OR USEFUL TO SAY. YOUR SILENCE WOULD BE APPRECIATED


O be nice.... :lol:

Reply
Oct 7, 2011 18:00:16   #
RParker Loc: Orlando
 
Wow, some folks take themselves real serious like. :thumbdown:

Take a chill pill, DILL.

Reply
Oct 7, 2011 19:04:39   #
simontam Loc: Cincinnati Ohio
 
Your the ranting and raving practice what you preach!

Reply
 
 
Oct 8, 2011 20:09:51   #
marcomarks Loc: Ft. Myers, FL
 
simontam wrote:
the d7000 also has a focusing motor in the body the d5100 does not so you have the option of using d series lenses with 100% compatability with the d7000. the are some incredible deal on d series pro glass for example i just purchased a 80 to 200 2.8 d series lens which buy the is still made to this day my lenns in like new condition cost 1000.00 dollars a new 70 to 200 mm 2.8 afs lens is priced at 2299.00 dollars the d5100 has no focus motor in the body and will require the more expensive afs lens and the d7000 has the 2012 pixel RGB color sensor even the d3s at 7900.00 bucks only has the 1008 pixel sensor so you can see there is quite a difference between the 7000 and the 5100
the d7000 also has a focusing motor in the body th... (show quote)


Ok then. I knew somebody would chime in and have the real scoop. So... now does the person buy a D3000 or a D5100 to be the most satisfied for the long haul? I suspect they wouldn't like the D7000 price.

Reply
Oct 9, 2011 07:58:20   #
Frank'sPhotography Loc: Terre Haute, Indiana
 
Personally I use a Nikon D90 and D7000. The D7000 is as advanced as I will ever need, but both take equally good pictures no matter what lens are used. I found that if there is a difficulty it is me not camera or lens.

Reply
Oct 9, 2011 07:59:51   #
Frank'sPhotography Loc: Terre Haute, Indiana
 
RParker wrote:
TOM WAITS
"Step Right Up" or "What the Nikon D7000 can do for YOU"!

Step right up, step right up, step right up,
Everyone's a winner, bargains galore
That's right, you too can be the proud owner
Of the quality goes in before the name goes on
One-tenth of a dollar, one-tenth of a dollar, we got service after sales
You need perfume? we got perfume, how 'bout an engagement ring?
Something for the little lady, something for the little lady,
Something for the little lady, hmm
Three for a dollar
We got a year-end clearance, we got a white sale
And a smoke-damaged furniture, you can drive it away today
Act now, act now, and receive as our gift, our gift to you
They come in all colors, one size fits all
No muss, no fuss, no spills, you're tired of kitchen drudgery
Everything must go, going out of business, going out of business
Going out of business sale
Fifty percent off original retail price, skip the middle man
Don't settle for less
How do we do it? how do we do it? volume, volume, turn up the volume
Now you've heard it advertised, don't hesitate
Don't be caught with your drawers down,
Don't be caught with your drawers down
You can step right up, step right up

That's right, it filets, it chops, it dices, slices,
Never stops, lasts a lifetime, mows your lawn
And it mows your lawn and it picks up the kids from school
It gets rid of unwanted facial hair, it gets rid of embarrassing age spots,
It delivers a pizza, and it lengthens, and it strengthens
And it finds that slipper that's been at large
under the chaise lounge for several weeks
And it plays a mean Rhythm Master,
It makes excuses for unwanted lipstick on your collar
And it's only a dollar, step right up, it's only a dollar, step right up

'Cause it forges your signature
If not completely satisfied, mail back unused portion of product
For complete refund of price of purchase
Step right up
Please allow thirty days for delivery, don't be fooled by cheap imitations
You can live in it, live in it, laugh in it, love in it
Swim in it, sleep in it,
Live in it, swim in it, laugh in it, love in it
Removes embarrassing stains from contour sheets, that's right
And it entertains visiting relatives, it turns a sandwich into a banquet
Tired of being the life of the party?
Change your shorts, change your life, change your life
Change into a nine-year-old Hindu boy, get rid of your wife,
And it walks your dog, and it doubles on sax
Doubles on sax, you can jump back Jack, see you later alligator
See you later alligator
And it steals your car
It gets rid of your gambling debts, it quits smoking
It's a friend, and it's a companion,
And it's the only product you will ever need
Follow these easy assembly instructions it never needs ironing
Well it takes weights off hips, bust, thighs, chin, midriff,
Gives you dandruff, and it finds you a job, it is a job
And it strips the phone company free take ten for five exchange,
And it gives you denture breath
And you know it's a friend, and it's a companion
And it gets rid of your traveler's checks
It's new, it's improved, it's old-fashioned
Well it takes care of business, never needs winding,
Never needs winding, never needs winding
Gets rid of blackheads, the heartbreak of psoriasis,
Christ, you don't know the meaning of heartbreak, buddy,
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon
'Cause it's effective, it's defective, it creates household odors,
It disinfects, it sanitizes for your protection
It gives you an erection, it wins the election
Why put up with painful corns any longer?
It's a redeemable coupon, no obligation, no salesman will visit your home
We got a jackpot, jackpot, jackpot, prizes, prizes, prizes, all work guaranteed
How do we do it, how do we do it, how do we do it, how do we do it
We need your business, we're going out of business
We'll give you the business
Get on the business end of our going-out-of-business sale
Receive our free brochure, free brochure
Read the easy-to-follow assembly instructions, batteries not included
Send before midnight tomorrow, terms available,
Step right up, step right up, step right up
You got it buddy: the large print giveth, and the small print taketh away
Step right up, you can step right up, you can step right up
C'mon step right up
(Get away from me kid, you bother me...)
Step right up, step right up, step right up, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon
Step right up, you can step right up, c'mon and step right up,
C'mon and step right up
TOM WAITS br "Step Right Up" or "W... (show quote)


I do not think your comments are too appreciated.

Reply
Oct 9, 2011 12:22:19   #
RParker Loc: Orlando
 
Frank'sPhotography- You know, I was trying to make a point that was apparently lost on some folks- there will always be a latest and greatest bit o' kit that does it all and makes everything that came before it null and void- and that if YOU buy it- YOU will be the best photog because YOU own it!

Don't be a hater, tater. :-D

ps; Thanks for showing Toms song again- wish you could hear it!

Reply
 
 
Jan 17, 2012 19:58:37   #
serrota65
 
Larry,
I'm also looking at the d5100 kit with the same lenses you got. Costco had stacks of them a couple of weeks ago, but none right now.
So, are you happy with the 55-300? After seeing Rockwell's review, I was thinking of the 70-300. "Faster focus for action shots" which I think would be good for birds in flight and other wildlife. Bit more money though.

lleach wrote:
Hi, Donna

I bought the D5100 from Costco about a month ago. My daughter-in-law bought the D3100 at the same time. We both bought them in kits with two zoom lenses. Mine are 18-55 mm and 55-300mm. Her short lens is the same but her telephoto is only up to 200 mm. Her kit was about $750 and mine $1,000.

I found this website great for comparing options: http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-T3i-vs-Canon_EOS_Rebel_T2i

You can put in any cameras you want. It rated the D5100 at 95 and the D3100 and Canon T3i at around 70. But you may not agree with the criteria. I do not see that much difference between the Nikon D3100 and D5100.

We are both delighted with our purchases. I start a class next week so have been diving into the instructions and playing with it...a lot.

The main differences I see, other than the lens options in the kits, are that the D5100 has a rotatable screen and the D3100 has a "Guide" mode that gives helpful instructions. There are other minor technical differences; e.g. sensor size and ISO range that I don't think matter much. She has less experience than I and thus really appreciates the Guide mode. I would have found it wastefull afer initial orientation. I am pretty sure most people would be equally happy with either camera...or the equivalent Canons.

I have been taking pictures a long time with many different cameras. I still have my old 35mm which I now realize was a simple manual-only camera. All it has electronic is a built in light meter that you had to set things to get a needle horizontal...usually by twisting the f-stop ring. The things you can do with these new cameras are amazing.

Its going to take me several years to learn how to exploit the incredible options on this machine. I have already been taking far better pictures than I have for the last forty years. I am really excited about it.

I also have a relatively new "point and shoot"...Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. Interestingly it has many of the same features so I am learning more about it as I learn how to operate the D5100. It of course is much smaller and lighter and thus more suitable for some situations. It has a gps which is really cool...but there are $50 non-Nikon GPS options to plug a gps into the D5100/3100. I have one on my list.

So I already have this list of options to add on to the D5100, including the above. The first one I will get is a flash. (Well, second...I have a remote release on its way...$13). I have already found that there are a mind-boggeling array of options for just the flash. Its like buying a flat screen TV. ;-( I don't plan to spend the money Nikon wants for theirs. I'd appreciate any input on that.

Next will be a polarizing filter.

Anyhow, hope these thoughts may help in your decision some small way.

Regards,
Larry Leach
Hi, Donna br br I bought the D5100 from Costco ab... (show quote)

Reply
Jan 17, 2012 21:11:50   #
photomatt Loc: Colorado
 
nikon d 3100.... love mine

Reply
Jan 17, 2012 21:32:50   #
Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA
 
I use a D90 for macro-photography, and a D5000 with kit lenses for general photography. Both work to my absolute satisfaction. If I were in the market for a new, single camera, I would strongly consider the D7000 as first choice, and the D5100 as second choice, both with kit lenses.

Reply
Jan 17, 2012 22:12:38   #
KenOrr Loc: East Bethel, MN
 
My son and I both have the D3000 and could not be happier.

Sure, if we had unlimited funds we may have gotten a D7000, but for what we shoot, this is more than enough camera.

Reply
Page <prev 2 of 3 next>
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.
Main Photography Discussion
UglyHedgehog.com - Forum
Copyright 2011-2024 Ugly Hedgehog, Inc.