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Feb 27, 2016 20:49:20   #
Very impressive. I like your photos. good job.
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Feb 27, 2016 06:10:46   #
jradose wrote:
I was wondering, as we increase megapixels in a DX camera, is there a corresponding loss of sharpness. In other words, will a camera with 16 MP (like a Nikon D5100) take sharper pictures than a 24 MP camera (like a D7200)?


For me, the high pixel count allows me to crop the image and still keep the sharpness.
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Feb 27, 2016 06:04:58   #
Gobuster wrote:
Ever since shooting my friends D810, I've been on the lookout for a good deal on one. Was tempted by gray market but worried that with such a complex device, service might be an issue. Well, happened to be perusing Nikon's site on President's day weekend and saw they had refurbished D810's for 10% off regular price plus free shipping. This brought the price down to that of a gray market (new) but would have a 90 day Nikon warranty and be supported by Nikon thereafter. Sounded good so I ordered one! The camera came today and other than being in a white box, it appeared as new. Of course, the first thing I did was to shoot a frame and check the shutter count. Expecting at least a few hundred or even a few thousand clicks, I was surprised to see the count was only 16! This was probably a camera used at a show or demo site and never used but not able to be sold as new. At any rate, I'm happy to have it and am looking forward to shooting this weekend!
Ever since shooting my friends D810, I've been on ... (show quote)


Congratulations! Refurb is a good way to get a good price. The D810 is an excellent camera. Enjoy learning.
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Feb 27, 2016 06:01:25   #
Wingpilot wrote:
I just picked up a new D7100 and have noticed a couple things that got my attention as possible problems. Or could it be that that's just how the camera operates.
1.) It seems to take a long time for the camera to focus when aimed at different points. Seems that this could potentially lead to losing a shot due to slow AF. My A6000 was near instantaneous. this seems to casually focus in on a subject.
2.) When pushing the button to review images, it seems to take a long time--1-3 seconds for the images to show up on the rear monitor. Is this normal?
I just picked up a new D7100 and have noticed a co... (show quote)


Depends on the lens and your expectations. For reviewing images, if you haven't done so, format the memory card in the camera. See if that makes a difference.
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Feb 1, 2016 19:59:06   #
Dbez1 wrote:
This is probably an easy one...I have had my D7100 for almost two years now and I know how to get the most out of it except for one little thing; how do I select which card you view while reviewing in camera? In my reading, I have missed that detail and have been getting around it by popping the other card out. I know there must be an easier way. Thanks.


During playback, press and hold the BKT button and the up arrow on the selector. (Page 186 in manual)
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Jan 30, 2016 10:47:21   #
Manglesphoto wrote:
For someone that has used both cameras, Please.
Do you feel its worth the $600 plus price difference between a used D800 and a D810 Both having equal cond. ratings.
I do know the differences between the cameras.


If I already had the D800, I wouldn't upgrade. In my case, I purchased a refurbished D810 as my first FX DSLR.

The features that swayed me to the D810.
1) no OLPF
2) ISO 64 (low 32)
3) Electronic front curtain shutter

You will not find these on the D800.

I've used the Electronic front curtain shutter many times for the best blur control for zoomed, long exposure shots where I wanted as little vibration as possible. That feature in conjunction with ISO 64 and no OLPF delivers awesome photos.

I don't do video but there is zebra stripping that is useful for a cinematographers.

Is it worth the extra money? That's a personal decision.
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Jan 10, 2016 08:14:39   #
sethro84 wrote:
I am looking to buy a waterproof camera after I killed my last camera when I flipped my kayak last summer. I've been reading reviews but I was hoping for some first hand knowledge. It'll be used mostly to photograph wildlife and landscapes. Documenting my adventures down Iowas many beautiful waterways and back roads.


I looked at the Olympus TG-4 and the Nikon AW130. Both very good P&S cameras. I wanted something durable for an upcoming beach vacation that would hold up in sand, water and accidental drops. I ended up with the AW130. I liked the weight and feel of it much better than the Olympus.

The Olympus has a known problem with the ring that is screwed in around the lens coming off. It doesn't hurt the integrity of the waterproofing, just a bad design. It is meant to be taken off to attach an optional macro light.

Both cameras have a excellent macro mode where you can lay the camera on the lens and still focus, if you have enough light.

I can't speak to what the Best waterproof camera is as that means different things to different people.

Here are a few samples that I tested in our hot tub.

HotTub 1


HotTub 2


HotTub 3

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Jan 9, 2016 04:45:28   #
Edmund Dworakowski wrote:
I cannot believe that Nikon In it's infinite wisdom has released a $2000 camera WITHOUT a POP UP FLASH and will fully expect us SHEEP to spend an additional $600 on their new WIFI controlled flash ! WHAT A LOAD OF BS !
Why a pop up ? BECAUSE MANY of us purchased NIKON for their CLS (CREATIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM) that allows us to trigger off camera speed lights, which of course many of us have invested many hundreds of dollars on ! I've waited almost 6 years to upgrade my D300s, and have made the jump to FX with a D800, and D800e, and I honestly hoped for a NIKON DX upgrade to that matched or exceeded my FUJI X100s and XT1 crop sensors... IF Nikon keeps pissing on the feet of their loyal customers, Nikon's bubble is going to burst... Some say it already has !
I cannot believe that Nikon In it's infinite wisdo... (show quote)


The specs say the D500 supports CLS.
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Jan 6, 2016 04:11:40   #
MT Shooter wrote:
They were setting up a "Learning Center" at CES tonight, hoping to get some actual shots with one tomorrow. Sure wish I had brought a CF card with me!!!!


Awesome specs. Slip in a couple of 2TB XQD cards and never run out of space. lol.
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Dec 18, 2015 07:40:27   #
jerryc41 wrote:
I never even considered the D800 series, mainly because of the price, but also because it uses both SD and CF cards. I don't want to have to stock both kinds. Also, it doesn't have a receptor for a wireless flash. Right now I am very happy with the D750, and I find that the flip screen comes in handy. People who do reviews and comparisons do that all the time, so you can pretty much rely on their comments. If you want to read more comparisons, take a look at the links below.

http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
http://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/compare/
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I use the SB700 Flash wirelessly on my D810 using the CMS system built into the camera.
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Dec 17, 2015 07:23:08   #
boberic wrote:
Can anyone please tell my why Canon uses TV and AV instead of simply S or A ? Shouldn't they want to make it easier for the new users t understand the settings. They don't use unique nomenclature on their lenses.


Canon and Nikon are both great camera manufacturer's. I'm not going to bias my reply either way. Having said that, I found the Av and Tv nomenclatures confusing as a neophyte. Yes, it took me a few seconds to look it up and viola, I understood it.

I've researched this a bit on the web and this forum. There is much talk about the exposure triangle; ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed. Most books and articles refer to the "shutter speed" as a way to control the action of a shot. I don't see much, if any, discussion about the Time of an exposure. Unless you are using Bulb mode and "timing" the shot takes on a different meaning.

It really makes no difference to me what they call it. But seriously folks, who here would ask what Time you have your camera set to? If I were asked that question, I would be looking up the clock settings not the shutter speed.
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Dec 12, 2015 12:52:16   #
Wrangler wrote:
Please tell me how to get the shutter count on a Canon EOS 70D.


If you have a Mac OS X, then right click the image and select Open with, and then select Preview.app.

When the photo appears, press Command I. You'll see several tabs. Since I have a Nikon, I have a Nikon tab. For Canon, I would presume that there would be a Canon tab. Select the tab and you should see the shutter count.
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Dec 9, 2015 18:01:38   #
BobT wrote:
I see many folks use back-button focusing. So what's the big advantage of focusing in this manner? I seem quite content with my use of a center focus point and 1/2 press, and recompose, then shoot.
Try and sell me on the BB technique.

Thanks


For me, because it's a dedicated button on the back of my camera.
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Dec 6, 2015 08:46:29   #
peter911sc wrote:
Hi, Pete here. Retired journalist; mostly the word side but lots of pictures over the years. Started out in the B&W 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 era, migrated to 35mm then DSLR. Am not into the cellphone explosion.


Welcome to the forum.
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Dec 5, 2015 12:34:42   #
I think it best to go to a camera shop and see how the camera feels in your hands. I had one manufacture model in mind, but ended up purchasing something totally different because of the feel and button positions.
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