Posts for: rwinch
Dec 22, 2014 13:50:28 #
brucewells wrote:
The 80-200 that I had never indicated any slop in focusing. However, I did have reason to send it in to Nikon for repair, as the Auto/Manual selection ring cracked. Later, it stopped auto-focusing altogether. They completely replaced the auto-focusing mechanism and refurbed the lens for about $250.00. Might be something to think about. It was a fine lens. Some of my best shots came through that lens.
KEH has a much lower flat rate than what you said Nikon costs. I am thinking that if "slop" is an issue, it is simply worn bushings, as the lenses themselves seem almost pristine!
Dec 22, 2014 13:48:19 #
cjc2 wrote:
Just a guess, but if BOTH lenses have the same &qu... (show quote)
I was thinking the same thing about the "slop", but they are both older lenses, and wear might cause this. Good idea about talking to Nikon Tech....hoping maybe one was on the forum!
Dec 21, 2014 20:19:34 #
romanticf16 wrote:
Auto focus usually functions by moving thru the focus point, then back, same as if you focus manually. I'd do a test to see if it is a consistent front or back focus issue. The D90 may have the ability to adjust for this? My D300 does. Read your Manual for Focus-fine tuning and see if your camera has the adjustment in software.
Thanks for the reply, but this question is in regard to the lenses, not the camera. BTW, the D90 does not have fine focus adjustment in camera.
If what you say is true, with regard to moving back and forth thru the focus, then I have to believe if the mechanism has too much slop, it would affect focus.
Dec 21, 2014 13:04:58 #
Hello all,
If you look at my sig below, you will see that I have two very nice older D series AF Nikkor lenses. They utilize in-body camera focusing, and thus they have the small slotted focusing screw on their base to mate with the in-body focusing drive pin on the Nikon cameras.
I bought these used earlier this year, and they seem to work OK, however, I have always thought they were a bit "soft" focusing. I just tried a test whereby I used a small screwdriver to test for "play" in the lens focusing mechanism, and found (to my surprise) that it seemed more loose than I would have expected. Somewhere around 20-30 degrees of play was seem in both lenses.
So, the question is: Is this normal?
I suppose some amount of play is expected in the screw drive mechanism, and both lenses seem to have the same amount, but I can see if there is too much slop, this would effect focusing!
If someone on this forum has experience with this, please let me know. I have no problem sending to ex. KEH for repair, but I would like some idea if it is warranted prior to doing so.
Thanks in advance - and Happy Holidays!!
If you look at my sig below, you will see that I have two very nice older D series AF Nikkor lenses. They utilize in-body camera focusing, and thus they have the small slotted focusing screw on their base to mate with the in-body focusing drive pin on the Nikon cameras.
I bought these used earlier this year, and they seem to work OK, however, I have always thought they were a bit "soft" focusing. I just tried a test whereby I used a small screwdriver to test for "play" in the lens focusing mechanism, and found (to my surprise) that it seemed more loose than I would have expected. Somewhere around 20-30 degrees of play was seem in both lenses.
So, the question is: Is this normal?
I suppose some amount of play is expected in the screw drive mechanism, and both lenses seem to have the same amount, but I can see if there is too much slop, this would effect focusing!
If someone on this forum has experience with this, please let me know. I have no problem sending to ex. KEH for repair, but I would like some idea if it is warranted prior to doing so.
Thanks in advance - and Happy Holidays!!
Dec 17, 2014 18:11:37 #
TDixon wrote:
Just getting started with new D7100 and bought this lense new. Used it to test out 1-2 fotos. Anyway, simply not needed as I have two zooms to cover. Paid $500 on eBay - would take $400 . Perfect condition! Tom 603-682-1014 / twd1979@comcast.net
Can you post some pics...I may be interested!
Oct 7, 2014 12:18:51 #
Photolady2014 wrote:
Just trying to figure out the best composition. Always appreciate comments & if you would like to rework a photo, please feel free.
Thanks!
Thanks!
I too think #3 is the best composition. The vertical aspect emphasizes the vastness of the area and gives height to the mountains in the background. I wonder if bringing more of the blue sky in and less of the ground would also help with the effect...i.e. man (the tee pees) lower in the picture with all of natures vastness elevating up.
Sep 19, 2014 12:17:44 #
The issue with using lenses that are not specifically made for Nikon i.e. with an adapter, will turn them into macro lenses. Because of the unique focal plane on the Nikons (a smidge further back than others), once you put on an adapter, you will not be able to get focus to infinity. They do make adapters with internal lenses to correct for this, but actually they are not great glass..so the pics suffer. I learned all this by other posts on this forum as well as trying to adapt some great Pentax Super Takmur lenses onto my D90.
Sep 17, 2014 12:00:55 #
What I saw when watching the Orioles Division celebrations (thinking Beltway Series already!!!) was that the photogs were simply using clear plastic bags around the camera and flash units...with only the front of the lens sticking out! Funny as heck to see this!In this situation, one certainly needs something more than rain gear for their equipment...'cause there was a flood of beer and champagne going everywhere in those clubhouses!
Sep 13, 2014 11:24:15 #
Thanks guys! Appreciate the Kudos. Actually, I am not much of a city person...living in the countryside, but Pittsburgh is really a beautiful city! You can see more of my Pittsburgh pics under landscapes at my photography website rwinch.smugmug.com.
Sep 12, 2014 09:50:59 #
In Pittsburgh on biz, and taking the opportunity to take pictures of this very nice city.
This caught my eye, and thought it a fitting picture to take for 9-11. Flag at half-staff at Point State Park with the church in the background.......
This caught my eye, and thought it a fitting picture to take for 9-11. Flag at half-staff at Point State Park with the church in the background.......
Sep 3, 2014 10:51:46 #
Series of shots this morning showing the sunrise progression - love the way the pre-dawn clouds show off the reds & orange of the soon to be rising sun, then as the sun continues to rise, the blues come out, and then the explosion as the sun crests.
Still experimenting with sunrises - I generally don't like to get up this early when I am on vacation 8-).
Please critique the series - they have been PP in Lightroom.
Still experimenting with sunrises - I generally don't like to get up this early when I am on vacation 8-).
Please critique the series - they have been PP in Lightroom.
Sep 1, 2014 11:39:01 #
Day one of a week on Ocracoke Island, NC. Hope to post a bunch of great shots at this wonderful vacation spot.
Here are some Pelicans and Gulls.
Sorry...I do not have a circular polarizer yet for this lens which I know is important for water shots...looking to get one for this big lens and then use step down rings so it fills all....any suggestions..so many to choose from!
Here are some Pelicans and Gulls.
Sorry...I do not have a circular polarizer yet for this lens which I know is important for water shots...looking to get one for this big lens and then use step down rings so it fills all....any suggestions..so many to choose from!
Aug 19, 2014 06:59:17 #
Aug 19, 2014 06:58:20 #
Andrewrz01 wrote:
You can imagine the garlic breath on him...good shots.
Thanks! Suppose it's a good thing it's not Spring time.
Aug 18, 2014 18:47:57 #
We put out stale bread every now and then for the critters instead of throwing it away. This guy decided he wanted it all by himself. Funny watching him try to get it up the tree to begin with, but once up there, he had a feast - a good crunchy garlic loaf!
