Posts: CraigFair | Ugly Hedgehog

Gene51 wrote:

Huge amount of color noise. Nice shot though.

The stars demand as fast a shot possible 15-20 sec. and high ISO. Even then I still get the star trails. The noise I induced by sharpening it.
Here it is without the noise. Not as dramatic.

Sep 14, 2014 17:55:08 #

asiafish wrote:

At low ISO the D600/610 are terrific. Df/D4 magic is at 3200 and up.

The lower resolution of the Df is also a great match for older lenses which might not have sufficient resolving power for 24 or 36 megapixels, but look fantastic with 16.

OK here's the D600 at 6400 ISO

ISO 6400

Sep 14, 2014 17:50:24 #

[quote=asiafish]I've read many similar stories and that is why I narrowed my choice to the D610 and Df. I ultimately went with the Df because of the sensor, and what a magnificent sensor it is.

Here is what a Nikon D600 sensor is capable of
Time 04:59 AM, no direct light, no flash only ambient city lighting. I could just see the shed and nothing on the far right side.
ISO 800
SS 15"
Lens 24mm
WB Auto

5 AM

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Sep 14, 2014 14:38:42 #

Razz wrote:

I have a D7100 and now want to expand to a Nikon F... (show quote)

It does not sound like the D8xx is what you're looking for at all.
The D610 & D750 at 24.3 MP have basically the same features as the D7100.
The D750 will have a couple of extra nice features from the D810.
You can pick up a D6xx and a couple or 3 nice Full Frame Lenses for the $3500 in the budget.
Just some alternatives.
Craig

Sep 13, 2014 21:30:00 #

What Lens to buy for Nikon D-5200

alemorkam wrote:

I am considering buying a Nikon D-5200 and cant afford multiple lenses right away. What order would you purchase lenses. Is it ok to buy lenses on Ebay?

Thanks

The Basic Lenses for Nikon D5200 are the 18-55mm and the 55-300. You'll get really good coverage for $350 or so. And yes I buy and sell on eBay all the time. I have always got and sold exactly what was stated in the ads. Good luck.
Craig

Sep 12, 2014 14:40:33 #

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Nikon D750

Nikon today announces a full frame camera D750, as an easier and cheaper alternative to the D810.
At the same time a smart flash with built-in video light and a bright wide angle.

NIKON D750
24 megapixel full frame
Captures 6.5 fps
Tilting screen
Built-in wifi
1080 / 50p video
51-point Multi-CAM 3500FX II AF autofocus works down to -3 EV
100-12800 ISO
Weather protection
755 grams

http://www.tu.no/t2/2014/09/12/nikon-frir-til-entusiastene

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Sep 11, 2014 21:24:15 #

Nikon D7000 Adaptor for Meade 125 ETX Telescope

redhogbill wrote:

I am new to astronomy photography!{just now starting to gear up} are ALL the telescope mounts for the camera a generic fit? adapter to telescope? i will be using the d800 and a d3200.
i have some very cheap models of telephoto lenses, and the have threads to screw the Nikon F mount to the lens, is this the standard thread?
any help would be helpful, i would like to not spend a fortune trying to figure this out!!

thank you

http://www.ebay.com/itm/250838677026
This the adapter for the 'Adaptall Screw on Lenses' to your Nikon Cameras $5.50
I just bought 2 more for other setups I have.
Craig

Sep 11, 2014 12:40:42 #

Albuqshutterbug wrote:

Pretty sure you didn't shoot this from inside LA.
I've been there and I know its as bad and worse than Albuquerque.

Nice shot though.

Yes, LA is 170 miles in the distance. Inside LA the only thing you can see is the Moon.
Craig

Sep 11, 2014 10:51:03 #

Albuqshutterbug wrote:

Not in a long time. I need to go up and shoot some shots of the Milky way over the canyon roads up high. So much light pollution from all the areas around it though.
Have to get far away from Albuquerque to be happy.
I really like shooting at the VLA.

Here's a shot with Los Angeles light pollution.

Los Angeles light pollution

Sep 11, 2014 09:52:24 #

Albuqshutterbug wrote:

I have posted a few on this forum.
I am slowly getting better and better at this astrophotography game.
Some of my best shots have been with this combination but I am getting good results through my 8" Celestron Ultima PEC 8 as well.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/albuqshutterbug/sets/72157633529382284/

From old to new the transition has been pretty steady.

I like your shots of Saturn, Jupiter & Stairway to Heaven , I've started shooting thru my Meade 8" I just got but Saturn and Mars are so low on the horizon, far away and sit right over a Shopping Center.
I am going to see if I can get some shoots of the moon tonight. Do you ever go up to Sandia?
Craig

Sep 11, 2014 09:29:55 #

Good camera for birding?

Cdouthitt wrote:

A refurb or used d7100 could be found for under $800. If I were a birder on a limited budget that's probably the body I'd start with.

I found my Crop Sensor D5300 would not give me the crisp clear shots I want at long range.
I moved to the D600 Full Frame with the same Lenses and got much improved clarity in my shots.
Nikon D610 24.3 MP $1400.00 and the Tamaron 150-600mm F/5-6.3 VC Di USD Lens $1100.00. Just $500.00 over budget.
Craig

Sep 11, 2014 08:48:14 #

Albuqshutterbug wrote:

Thank you,
It's a little bit off due to clouds.

I know what you mean I live on the Calif coast so I rarely get a good crisp clear shot.
Do you have more Astro Photos? That is a great Lens you have.
Craig

Sep 10, 2014 19:09:51 #

Albuqshutterbug wrote:

Canon 7D
Lens EF300mm f/4L IS USM +1.4x
Av(Aperture Value) 5.6
ISO 200
Tv(Shutter Speed) 1/800
Uncropped as shot

Nice, crisp and clear, good work
Craig

Sep 10, 2014 19:07:22 #

Nikon D7000 Adaptor for Meade 125 ETX Telescope

nervous2 wrote:

Thanks for the info Craig. BTW is the part that attaches to the Nikon a bayonet mount that I just put on the camera like a lens? Or does it attach some other way? When I went to the eBay link, it did not look like a bayonet mount. Thanks, nervous2

I did some more research and found the Meade part
http://www.ebay.com/itm/141250137262
And the Nikon Adapter. I just bought 2 more for my other setups.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/250838677026
And the You Tube Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2QIlFXJpiA
The first 3:38 is what you need to know. Don't worry about the eyepiece adapter.
This should be what you need if someone else knows something different Please setup!!!
Good luck and I too am looking forward to the Oct. Eclipse
Craig

Awesome even sitting still

Sep 10, 2014 16:53:04 #

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Robotfighter wrote:

Thank you. br The settings change with the speed o... (show quote)

Ah I see what you mean here's one I shot yesterday, it does look very static. Thank you and some awesome shooting.
Craig

1/500 sec.