Posts for: GoofyNewfie
Jul 5, 2022 05:17:58 #
fchretdet wrote:
You might look at the Nikon 10-20mm. it's $306 at B&H Photo. Inexpensive but pretty decent.
You might read previous posts on this old thread.
You could learn something.
That DX lens has been suggested and the OP had a Full_frame camera then.
Besides, the OP’s last post was in 2020.
May have already decided on something or left this site.
Jul 4, 2022 21:02:53 #
flip1948 wrote:
Back in the 70s Vivitar sold some very good lenses in their Series 1 line. Vivitar designed the lenses and had them manufactured by other lens companies. Some of the best were manufactured by Cosina and Kiron. Some of these lenses are still popular today.
I had a couple of those “Series One” lenses back in the. ‘70’s
The 70-210 was actually quite good!
And the higher end shoe-mount flashes were great.
Not what they used Rob for sure.
Jul 4, 2022 11:00:54 #
bobbydvideo wrote:
I also have a CANON R6 and have no problem with BOKEH on this camera.
I also have a CANON R6 and have no problem with BOKEH on this camera.
It's the lens, not the camera.
It's not that it's out of focus or how far it's out of focus, it's the quality of that out of focus area- most easily noticed in specular highlights.
Ways to describe the out of focus areas in a photo- or bokeh:
creamy, smooth, swirly, nervous, distracting, donut shaped (as with mirror lenses)...
https://photographylife.com/what-is-bokeh
Jun 30, 2022 23:48:27 #
JD750 wrote:
https://www.nataliemorawski.com/
This must be her she was at Melbourne Polytechnic 2017-2018. Beautiful work! In my experience this simple minimalist kind of work is anything but simple to produce!
This must be her she was at Melbourne Polytechnic 2017-2018. Beautiful work! In my experience this simple minimalist kind of work is anything but simple to produce!
Some nice work.
Very clean!
Jun 30, 2022 18:08:41 #
Wow!
Great deal!
Great deal!
Jun 29, 2022 14:51:37 #
CPR wrote:
Notice he has his modern camera hanging on his neck, probably just playing a bit. No problem getting the shot if he wanted.
Saw that.
Hard to tell with the low resolution, but it looks like a Nikon film camera and an older 105mm f2.5 P with the hood reversed.
Jun 29, 2022 09:51:45 #
LFingar wrote:
And then there is this guy. I have no idea what the camera is but I didn't envy him lugging it around in the hot Texas sun. Taken at the 2017 F1 race in Austin. Apparently this is his regular thing according to an article I read on a website or in a magazine. Don't remember any details though. Heck, most days I can't remember if I had breakfast! 
Looks like a Graflex RB Super D
A 4x5 SLR.
Watch the video for some interesting features.
Reminds me of my Mamiya RB 67, only a lot bigger!
Jun 28, 2022 18:37:54 #
Dan' de Bourgogne wrote:
Hello GoofyNewfie! You are making here an interest... (show quote)
Ah Ha! meaning amazing.
17mm x 3 =51.....51mm vs 55mm isn't that much of a difference.
General rule of thumb- look at Nikon and Canon's "Trilogy" of their best FX lenses.
Nothing over 3x.
14-24
24-70 (Canon's 24-105 is a pretty good one though)
70-200
Nikon's 28-300 is a really handy lens, but too soft on the long end for my tastes.
Technique has a lot to do with getting sharp images, sometimes more than the lenses you're using.
Jun 28, 2022 12:40:54 #
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
Why not/ There are some serious professional phot... (show quote)
Jun 27, 2022 14:52:54 #
My “aha” moment with a zoom lens was when I tried the 17-55 2.8.
The only pro quality DX zoom lens Nikon made before they had a full-frame camera.
Same build quality as the current full-frame DSLR pro lenses. Still use it on my D300.
Noticeably better than any other DX zoom lens.
Negatives: Heavier, more expensive and it’s pre-vr.
Typically, zoom lenses with over a 3x zoom range have bigger compromises.
The only pro quality DX zoom lens Nikon made before they had a full-frame camera.
Same build quality as the current full-frame DSLR pro lenses. Still use it on my D300.
Noticeably better than any other DX zoom lens.
Negatives: Heavier, more expensive and it’s pre-vr.
Typically, zoom lenses with over a 3x zoom range have bigger compromises.
Jun 24, 2022 23:51:32 #
SueScott wrote:
The IBIS on the Z6 is great and has allowed me to get many sharp images from a moving car or bus.
I’m really looking forward to the IBIS (in body image stabilization) on a lot of mirrorless cameras but I’m referring to the BSI sensor, Back Side Illuminated sensor. Supposed to help with image quality at lower light levels.
The Z5 does not have that. Rumors are that it’s the same sensor as the D750, which is not a slouch. I rarely go above 3200 ISO. .
Jun 24, 2022 15:54:35 #
Depends on your needs, but I recommend something with some power.
Using it inside, once you learn to bounce, you’ll need more than the small toy flashes can put out and the results will be much better.
For fill flash outside, more power can’t hurt either, especially if you want to use high speed sync
For a low budget, I recommend a used Nikon SB-800.
Possibly the best speedlight Nikon made.
https://www.keh.com/shop/nikon-speedlight-sb-800-af-flash-light-223740.html
Or
One of these Flashpoint units from Adorama:
https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmznkii.html
Using it inside, once you learn to bounce, you’ll need more than the small toy flashes can put out and the results will be much better.
For fill flash outside, more power can’t hurt either, especially if you want to use high speed sync
For a low budget, I recommend a used Nikon SB-800.
Possibly the best speedlight Nikon made.
https://www.keh.com/shop/nikon-speedlight-sb-800-af-flash-light-223740.html
Or
One of these Flashpoint units from Adorama:
https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmznkii.html
Jun 24, 2022 14:20:32 #
Did any of you consider the Z5 an an alternative?
I’m looking to go mirrorless and it ticks a lot boxes for me.
Seems packed with a lot of features I’m looking for.
Video capabilities aren’t important to me and I don’t need high fps rate.
Dual SD card slots, vs more expensive QXD card.
Is the BSI sensor that much better?
Read that it gives maybe a one-stop improvement in IQ.
Thanks for your thoughts.
I’m looking to go mirrorless and it ticks a lot boxes for me.
Seems packed with a lot of features I’m looking for.
Video capabilities aren’t important to me and I don’t need high fps rate.
Dual SD card slots, vs more expensive QXD card.
Is the BSI sensor that much better?
Read that it gives maybe a one-stop improvement in IQ.
Thanks for your thoughts.
Jun 23, 2022 10:47:53 #
mvetrano2 wrote:
Paul, br br It was a great camera that gave me mu... (show quote)
$150 sounds like a great deal.
Good luck on your next decision!
Jun 22, 2022 18:24:58 #
mvetrano2 wrote:
Ok, but what should I do with it? Anyone interested in buying this camera for parts only, make me an offer!
Don't ruin is until you find out if it can be fixed cheaply.
r1ch wrote:
If it only a spring missing on the shutter it may be an inexpensive fix. Instant message RedFarmer and ask him it cost for him to repair his camera.
Otherwise, some repair places may want to buy it for parts.