Need help for retirement photography
Dec 12, 2020 17:59:41 #
Tay wrote:
I have a Nikon D40 camera with the original lens k... (show quote)
Getting tack sharp landscapes most times does not involve setting focus on infinity. You will need to use hyperfocal focusing instead. Look for this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0uMnU1Jpf0
Dec 12, 2020 18:06:42 #
Photec wrote:
Getting tack sharp landscapes most times does not involve setting focus on infinity. You will need to use hyperfocal focusing instead. Look for this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0uMnU1Jpf0
Dec 12, 2020 22:17:46 #
OleMe
Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
Smsller aperature, better depth of field.
Wide angle lens, same.
With modern cameras you can stop doepwn to a smaller aperature and the canera willadjust shuttervspeescand ISO. Try it
Wide angle lens, same.
With modern cameras you can stop doepwn to a smaller aperature and the canera willadjust shuttervspeescand ISO. Try it
Dec 12, 2020 22:55:30 #
OleMe wrote:
Smsller aperature, better depth of field.
Wide angle lens, same.
With modern cameras you can stop doepwn to a smaller aperature and the canera willadjust shuttervspeescand ISO. Try it
Wide angle lens, same.
With modern cameras you can stop doepwn to a smaller aperature and the canera willadjust shuttervspeescand ISO. Try it
Wouldn't you have to have iso set to auto for it to change.
Dec 13, 2020 08:47:17 #
Keep the body you already have and invest it in better lenses. Also a couple of filters. Polarizer, neutral density.
Dec 13, 2020 09:57:41 #
I will add that good glass makes a difference. The f2.8 24-70 and 70 to 200 lenses produce sharper images than the 28-300 on my D850
learn where to focus. too slow a shutter speed ruins a lot of photos. Camera movement gets more noticeable with long lenses and distance shots. Use a tripod; buy a carbon fiber if you can afford it ; figure on spending over $300
try this website. https://www.outdoorphotographyschool.com/videos/
Steve Perry has lots of info: Backcountry gallery
learn where to focus. too slow a shutter speed ruins a lot of photos. Camera movement gets more noticeable with long lenses and distance shots. Use a tripod; buy a carbon fiber if you can afford it ; figure on spending over $300
try this website. https://www.outdoorphotographyschool.com/videos/
Steve Perry has lots of info: Backcountry gallery
Dec 13, 2020 14:09:50 #
The D40 was/is a fine camera. But, digital camera processors (like all ‘computers’) and other features have advanced considerably since then. So, I would suggest you talk a reputable camera store (Roberts, KEH, B&H, Adorama) about a more recent used Nikon model with, among other things, higher resolution/megapixels. (Resolution can be important in landscape photography.). I don’t know what lens you’re currently using, so think about that. Obviously, if travel and budget are high on the priority list, size and cost are important. But, the good news is that one doesn’t have to break the bank for a very good, slightly older, excellent condition used camera (including one that was a very ‘highly rated’ choice in its day). Welcome to the Hog!
(PS — Also consider “reconditioned” cameras either from the above stores, or directly from Nikon. Check their site.)
(PS — Also consider “reconditioned” cameras either from the above stores, or directly from Nikon. Check their site.)
Dec 13, 2020 23:04:49 #
Tay wrote:
I have a Nikon D40 camera with the original lens k... (show quote)
I think you should rethink whether you need to buy anything. Is there something about your current gear that fails to achieve your gaols?
Dec 14, 2020 12:51:05 #
My suggestion would also be to use a tripod
I have also enjoyed using both the Tamron 16 to 300 and the 18-400mm as walk around,travel lens for my crop sensor Canon the 18-400mm is on my 7D2 99% of the time since I added the Sony a7iii to my arsenal .
Also if your camera allows it ,fine tune the autofocus
I have also enjoyed using both the Tamron 16 to 300 and the 18-400mm as walk around,travel lens for my crop sensor Canon the 18-400mm is on my 7D2 99% of the time since I added the Sony a7iii to my arsenal .
Also if your camera allows it ,fine tune the autofocus
Dec 14, 2020 14:42:47 #
Dec 14, 2020 17:11:08 #
I agree, it is time to upgrade your camera. Nikon 3xxx or 5xxx series would be a good start. The 7xxx series is better. whatever you have to spend will determine where you go. You can look for refurbished or used. Just ask the right questions if getting used. check KEH, B&H, or Roberts Photo.
Lenses don't have to be expensive, your existing lens is good, but you might want to upgrade to a lens with IS, to help steady the lens. You can look for some older lenses again on KEH, B&H, or Roberts Photo.
You can also find good equipment on eBay, but make sure that they are good.
If you find that you are taking photos at the best times of the day, sunrise and sunset, you may need to get a good tripod. It never stops, like any good hobby.
Lenses don't have to be expensive, your existing lens is good, but you might want to upgrade to a lens with IS, to help steady the lens. You can look for some older lenses again on KEH, B&H, or Roberts Photo.
You can also find good equipment on eBay, but make sure that they are good.
If you find that you are taking photos at the best times of the day, sunrise and sunset, you may need to get a good tripod. It never stops, like any good hobby.
Dec 14, 2020 17:17:10 #
rfmaude41
Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)
CHG_CANON wrote:
Your D40 is fine, but you might be interested in j... (show quote)
Also look at Amazon, Robert's (usedphotopro.com); there are many, many sites that specialize, including a whole bunch in Japan (be sure to look at their ratings though, should be 99+). I have dealt with some of the Japanese sites and NEVER got burned by them; usually a bit cheeper than here in the US, but downside is the delivery takes longer.
Dec 14, 2020 22:22:36 #
I started with a D60, which has a few more pixels, but the same three point focusing. I now have a D5500 and D5600. My suggestion would be a D5600 body and then a used 18-140mm DX from mpb.com. They may even have some good deals on D5500 or D5600 bodies.
I prefer the D5xxx series over the D7xxx cameras. Having started with an Olympus OM 35mm system, the D7xxx series seems overly large. I have no idea why the full frame digital cameras are so large. After a D40, you will find the D5xxx cameras a big step up.
I prefer the D5xxx series over the D7xxx cameras. Having started with an Olympus OM 35mm system, the D7xxx series seems overly large. I have no idea why the full frame digital cameras are so large. After a D40, you will find the D5xxx cameras a big step up.
Dec 18, 2020 00:13:29 #
dougbev3
Loc: Pueblo, Colorado
If you should decide to try another camera, you might take a look at used cameras ( as well as lens). KEH, Adormara, B&H, MPB as well as a few more can get you into a newer camera without breaking the bank.
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