Posts for: BHamp00
May 3, 2018 04:25:45 #
Be very careful... I started with the Sony A6000 and a few lenses when it first came out... since then I progressively added an A6300, A7II, A7RIII and dozen or so lenses. Although I am also heavily invested in Nikon gear, I find myself going to the Sony stuff much more frequently. The Zeiss and Sony/Zeiss lenses will spoil you but then again I just picked up a Sigma 16mm f1.4 APC that is a wonderful performer. I've stayed away from the larger 2.8 Sony Zooms as I already have the Nikon versions. I've also used my Nikon 300mm f4D and Nikon 200mm f4D Micro lenses with a simple adapter in Manual focus and have been pleased with the result, however, the full feature adapters for Nikon seemingly have not worked as well as the their Canon counterparts. The Sony gear can become very addictive and may cause a little stress over what to do with your other systems once you take the step over to the dark side.
Apr 28, 2018 13:56:05 #
I had the same issue with my D810 until I figured out that there was a discrete OK button on the left bottom of the camera.
Apr 28, 2018 13:51:19 #
rappar wrote:
I have the new Sony A7iii and am learning more about it each day. At present, I have a card in both slots. I save to both jpeg and raw.
When I take a picture, there is a wait of a second or two before the camera permits me to take another picture. Is this due to the speed of the SD cards I am using or is there something else I should do/change. Holding down the shutter button to take multiple images quickly is just not possible now.
Thanks,
Ron
When I take a picture, there is a wait of a second or two before the camera permits me to take another picture. Is this due to the speed of the SD cards I am using or is there something else I should do/change. Holding down the shutter button to take multiple images quickly is just not possible now.
Thanks,
Ron
You may want to take a look at your auto review setting. I keep the setting turned off on my A7II and A7RIII.
Apr 13, 2018 13:21:31 #
Laura72568 wrote:
I have my first pop-up show in a small local art gallery! I don’t feel worthy and I’m probably not. Of course, I am nervous that someone will walk in, look at my work and say “I could have done that!” But it is what it is. I am patting myself on the back just because I had the nerve to put myself out there! :)
Congratulations... and feel good about the recognition...
Apr 8, 2018 12:50:24 #
Judging from the comments to the leading post, it appears to me that there are many folks that are die hard FF DSLR users that will never go to FF Mirrorless. I have been a Nikon user since 1971 and currently have 3 FF Nikons (D810 D750 & DF) and dozens of Nikon lenses. I also have 2 FF Sony's (A7II & A7RIII) with half a dozen or so lenses that are mostly Zeiss or Sony/Zeiss. The Zoom lenses I chose for the FF Sony's were constant aperture f4's over the f2.8's to maintain a smaller handling package. If I have a need for longer reach lenses (200-500) or say a 24-70 or 70-200 f2.8, I'll go to the Nikons. I also love my crop sensor Nikons (D500's) and Sony's (A6000 & A6300). The A6300 with a Sony/Zeiss 16-70 f4 is a great handling package that I go to quite often. I will likely use the FF Sony's more often as I become more comfortable with their characteristics, however, I don't see myself selling my Nikon gear. BTW the Zeiss lenses have provided some spectacular results. I'm not a pro but an advanced armature that reads to much and has way too much GAS.
Mar 20, 2018 18:26:15 #
Tom Daniels wrote:
I see so many scenics and birds and animals that are pretty good images.
No people and kids and scenes cant be shot because the rules of approval?
No people and kids and scenes cant be shot because the rules of approval?
Well maybe its time to break the rules... here's a snapshot of my wife a couple of years ago when she was 66...
Mar 18, 2018 13:16:59 #
clemente21 wrote:
Recently, Nikon released firmware upgrade LD 2.017. I have a D500 and a Tokina 11-16 F2.8 DXII. I heard from another UHH that his Sigma lens was no longer doing autofocus. All my other lenses are Nikon's and would like to apply the upgrade, but I would not want my wide angle to stop working. Has anyone applying this upgrade has this Tokina lens? If so, have you noticed any adverse reaction afterwards? -Thanks.
After reading your post I downloaded the update and installed it on both my D500's. My Tokina SD 12-28 F4 (IF) DX ATX-Pro, Tokina 100 F2.8D ATX-Pro, and SIGMA DC 17-50 1:2.8EX HSM lenses continue to autofocus and there are no loss of other functions. These are the only 3rd party Nikon mount lenses I have. There is a note on Nikon's download page to remove any lens from the camera before installing the software.
Mar 5, 2018 10:02:35 #
dulcina79 wrote:
What is the best settings or ways to do head shots... (show quote)
YouTube has many videos that can provide great insights into portrait photography... aside from viewing videos and perhaps supplementing your equipment, you will need lots of practice to become proficient.
Feb 14, 2018 11:17:15 #
MikeMc wrote:
I'm narrowing down my camera choice to FF Mirrorle... (show quote)
I picked up a Sony A7RIII shortly after they became available and went with the Sony/Zeiss 24-70mm f:4. I have not been disappointed by its performance... my lens is sharp with great color. I also picked up the Sony/Zeiss 16-35mm f:4, Sony/Zeiss 55mm f:1.8 and Sony 85mm f:1.8 shortly thereafter. These lenses are not too large for the camera body and maintain the smaller full frame characteristics I was looking for. I'm thinking about the Sony 70-200mm f:4 and the Zeiss 35mm f:1.4, however, I'm not driven with having them. I'm not really interested in the f:2.8 Zooms as they are large and I already have their counterparts and much more for my Nikon DX and FF cameras.
I've included a photo I recently took at the Shelby Museum in Las Vegas using the 24-70mm f:4. The original image was reduced during LR export
Feb 11, 2018 22:11:55 #
A good place to try my new Sony A7RIII and Sony/Zeiss 24-70mm f:4... this is just of few of the many photos taken...
Feb 11, 2018 01:02:54 #
Feb 9, 2018 12:47:38 #
Rolk wrote:
Oops! 
Nice photo and great subject... UH could use a little more balance in the Photography Forum... maybe an equal split between birds and pets...
Jan 25, 2018 16:32:06 #
Jan 24, 2018 18:39:57 #
My wife and Lola all dressed and taking a break from shopping...
Jan 15, 2018 13:50:57 #
Royce Moss wrote:
Hey guys just need to vent a little about my 7100. The little door to the battery compartment came off and I lost it. This is the 2nd time on this camera and I lost one on a 3200. It always has been snapped in place. Is it just me? Very frustrating !!! I guess the solution would be to put a battery grip on. Am I right? Never used a grip before
You can buy replacement battery compartment doors from Nikon... I keep spares for my camera bodies as all models are not always available from the Nikon Store at the same window in time... no big thing to snap a new replacement into place. I have Nikon grips for most of my Nikon bodies but seldom use them but they do look neat.