Speaking about being grouchy
Nov 30, 2019 16:19:13 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
Just to be a bit contrarian, it is interesting how we have come to expect sales and bargain prices.
Consider: when was the last time an employee decided to work for 10%, 15% or more to help make a product more affordable? Probably not very often.
Consider: when was the last time an employee decided to work for 10%, 15% or more to help make a product more affordable? Probably not very often.
Nov 30, 2019 18:31:10 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
ssiretire wrote:
Is the FX 50mm f1.8g the lens I would want for shooting portraits with a blurred background using a Nikon D3400?
A blurry background can be achieved by a fast prime lens such as the 50mm f18G.
Nov 30, 2019 20:04:08 #
Markag wrote:
Correct me cause I'm often wrong but Nikon dosen't seem to give a whit about Black Friday?
No they don't. They don't have to.
Nov 30, 2019 21:16:11 #
Nov 30, 2019 21:41:49 #
—Bob
Curmudgeon wrote:
Thanks for the "straight line" I just had to respond this way
When you sell the best you don't need to put it on sale
When you sell the best you don't need to put it on sale Nov 30, 2019 22:35:20 #
billnikon wrote:
Nikon is NOT cutting R&D, in fact, just the op... (show quote)
I do keep up. I just read their latest financials.
NOT good. Forecast to NOT make a profit for the first time ever next year.
That's a major red line for any business.
Dec 1, 2019 00:20:51 #
Canisdirus wrote:
I do keep up. I just read their latest financials.
NOT good. Forecast to NOT make a profit for the first time ever next year.
That's a major red line for any business.
NOT good. Forecast to NOT make a profit for the first time ever next year.
That's a major red line for any business.
Nikon in trouble? They seem to cater to the pros more every year.
Dec 1, 2019 01:10:00 #
azdustdevil wrote:
Nikon in trouble? They seem to cater to the pros more every year.
Yup ... in trouble.
Shrinking profit in a shrinking market. Those are the numbers.
I understand the emotion behind it all, but the math doesn't care about that.
Dec 1, 2019 01:20:22 #
Nikon as a manufacturer is in a prime position for selling retail, while the official Nikon dealers such as Adorama and B&H Photo in NY are outlets for the 'factory refurbished' cameras. They use only Nikon parts or Canon (For Canon products). Some great deals are available in the 'factory refurbished' areas, even ads on Ebay show 'factory refurbished' by Nikon. These are unusually offered for less than you will find them at NikonUsa web page.
Many factory refurbished items are available with a guarantee by a recognized Nikon dealer. Take a look to compare. I have never been disappointed but rather surprised at the cleanness and condition of cameras and lenses I've purchased from official Nikon shops like those mentioned above. A list of official dealers can be downloaded from Nikon USA's web page.
Many factory refurbished items are available with a guarantee by a recognized Nikon dealer. Take a look to compare. I have never been disappointed but rather surprised at the cleanness and condition of cameras and lenses I've purchased from official Nikon shops like those mentioned above. A list of official dealers can be downloaded from Nikon USA's web page.
Dec 1, 2019 04:21:03 #
skylinefirepest wrote:
In all honesty...I carry a Sony 24.3 A77 with an 18-250 lens...so I don't really even look at what Nikon offers!
And you had a burning desire to post that?
I use several camera brands none of them made by Sony. I occasionally look at what Sony offers but so far I see no reason to jump ship.
Dec 1, 2019 04:35:26 #
Canisdirus wrote:
Yup ... in trouble.
Shrinking profit in a shrinking market. Those are the numbers.
I understand the emotion behind it all, but the math doesn't care about that.
Shrinking profit in a shrinking market. Those are the numbers.
I understand the emotion behind it all, but the math doesn't care about that.
Yes a shrinking market is the reality of the high performance camera market today. All high performance camera manufacturers are in that market.
It would seem today’s market cannot support all the companies who are competing. Nikon seems to be doing what companies need to do to survive.
Perhaps your crystal ball is less foggy than mine because I cannot see who will win this competition. Given that, you would be wise to invest your spare $ in who you think will be the winners.
Good luck.
Dec 1, 2019 04:43:59 #
ssiretire wrote:
Is the FX 50mm f1.8g the lens I would want for shooting portraits with a blurred background using a Nikon D3400?
There is more to portraiture than blurry backgrounds and there is more to bokeh than blurry but the short answer your question is yes.
Dec 1, 2019 05:35:03 #
Dec 1, 2019 07:25:02 #
If you purchase from Nikon you receive their offers via email. My box was full of Black Friday sales......
Dec 1, 2019 08:24:02 #
martinfisherphoto wrote:
If you purchase from Nikon you receive their offers via email. My box was full of Black Friday sales......
Yes, my box is full also but if you watch the prices they are the same as they were a month ago. I just think it would be good for Nikon to offer a couple of "real deals" even if for a day or two to excite their loyal followers. It gives the appearance of having a Christmas spirit and would only make people appreciate the brand more.
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