Newbie
Sep 12, 2016 10:08:38 #
Hi all, I am new to this site and enjoying reading the posts and looking at your photos. Since I am new to photography, I am learning a lot by many of the discussions. I have taken a photo 1 class and plan to take a photo 2 class this fall. This is a new hobby for me in my recent retirement. I currently shoot with a Nikon D3200 and use mostly the 55-300 lens as I love photographing birds and nature. However, I would LOVE to get more reach, around 500-600 mm....maybe someday. I am finding this can be an expensive hobby. Right now I am just working with what I have and enjoying being out exploring and taking photos in my local area. I have attached a couple of my most recent photos of a great blue heron that takes residence down the street from where I live. Also a couple from the sunflower pics from the down street. That will be it for today. Very little post processing has been done on these as I have not learned lightroom, just cropped a bit and a little color enhancement.
Sep 12, 2016 10:12:44 #
Sep 12, 2016 10:13:25 #
Sep 12, 2016 10:15:52 #
Welcome to a wonderful hobby!
For greater reach, without digging too deep into your wallet, why not get a set of extension tubes? I got a set of "Xit XTETN Auto Focus Macro Extension Tube Set for Nikon SLR Cameras" from Amazon for $43.
For greater reach, without digging too deep into your wallet, why not get a set of extension tubes? I got a set of "Xit XTETN Auto Focus Macro Extension Tube Set for Nikon SLR Cameras" from Amazon for $43.
Sep 12, 2016 11:10:29 #
Welcome to UHH Sue, and to retirement and photography.
Very nice photographs, I especially like #2 and #3. Catching the bees in #3 is a nice touch.
If you are looking for a longer lens consider the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR. Recently bought one and though I have only been out with it a couple of times, I am very happy with it. Also, the cost is very reasonable.
Very nice photographs, I especially like #2 and #3. Catching the bees in #3 is a nice touch.
If you are looking for a longer lens consider the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR. Recently bought one and though I have only been out with it a couple of times, I am very happy with it. Also, the cost is very reasonable.
Sep 12, 2016 11:27:54 #
I did not know this was an option. Will look into it. Does it affect the clarity of the pictures?
Sep 12, 2016 11:31:16 #
I have looked into this lens, however, it is a bit expensive for me, over $1,000, on my SS budget. That being said it is on my wish list as I have heard lots of good things about this lens. I will start saving my pennies. Thanks for the reply.
Sep 12, 2016 14:21:33 #
Sep 12, 2016 18:26:46 #
Welcome to the forum and the hobby. It will definitely keep you occupied!
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Sep 13, 2016 07:59:07 #
SueB65 wrote:
Hi all, I am new to this site and enjoying reading... (show quote)
Welcome to our forum!
Nice shots.
Sep 13, 2016 08:29:20 #
Welcome. Yes, photography on a budget can be accomplished, but it is hard at times. Glass, bodies, and accessories are expensive. While a really inexpensive item that can really make your photos stand out from the crowd is "composition".
Looking forward to seeing more of your work. Again, welcome.
Looking forward to seeing more of your work. Again, welcome.
Sep 13, 2016 10:41:42 #
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