Noobie RVing to Alaska with a D5100 - need advice
Jun 1, 2012 11:13:03 #
davejann
Loc: Portland Oregon
JSandK wrote:
quote=jcontreras JSandK, you are going to love th... (show quote)
Hope you are going to carry extra tires. Dave
Jun 1, 2012 13:03:21 #
Looking into retrofitting huge reusable airbags that will auto inflate upon reentry landing. 33 feet RV and towed vehicle will definitely require really thick material and heavy duty stitching.
Jun 4, 2012 00:41:03 #
I'd add a tripod and the Nikon type remote release.
The latter is exceedingly valuable on the D5100 which has input ports front and rear and a fully articulated screen. You can use it with the tripod to compose and take pictures of yourself. You can use it as a remote release when using the tripod on wildlife. You can buy knock offs for as little as $4 on Amazon but I went for the actual Nikon one at $15.
The main accessory I enjoyed on my cruise to Alaska last month was a Sigma 150-500. Alas, it cost the same as the camera kit.
The latter is exceedingly valuable on the D5100 which has input ports front and rear and a fully articulated screen. You can use it with the tripod to compose and take pictures of yourself. You can use it as a remote release when using the tripod on wildlife. You can buy knock offs for as little as $4 on Amazon but I went for the actual Nikon one at $15.
The main accessory I enjoyed on my cruise to Alaska last month was a Sigma 150-500. Alas, it cost the same as the camera kit.
JSandK wrote:
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Example D5100/sigma 150-500 pic
Jun 4, 2012 01:07:37 #
Very nice shot of the whale tail. I wish I had more zoom than the 300, but alas, some limits to the camera cache. I do have the tripod (Manfrotto portable) and Nikon remote.
Jun 4, 2012 01:20:03 #
JSandK wrote:
Very nice shot of the whale tail. I wish I had more zoom than the 300, but alas, some limits to the camera cache. I do have the tripod (Manfrotto portable) and Nikon remote.
Seems to me you are good to go!
The Nikon 55-300mm is a fabulous lens. You'll do fine with it.
BTW, you might try using it with VR ON with the tripod. I found a Nikon write up that said it is "tripod aware" and adjusts the algorithm to make the VR work with a tripod. I never tested it systematically to assure that was true and my Sigma is quite clear about turning off OS when using a tripod.
Jun 4, 2012 02:15:33 #
Never heard of that, about the VR. Interesting. I am so new to it all, it seems it would be a bit strange to turn it off. What might it do that could be a problem if left on?
Jun 4, 2012 08:22:59 #
JSandK wrote:
Never heard of that, about the VR. Interesting. I am so new to it all, it seems it would be a bit strange to turn it off. What might it do that could be a problem if left on?
In older and other VR/IS/OS systems it can cause movement when there is none thus blurring your shots instead of clarifying them. The system is designed to sense movement and adjust the lens or sensor (not sure which in the 5100 but I think the lens) to correct for it. As with all such electronic systems it can respond to electronic noise as if it were actual movement. I also have read that it can interpret the small movement from the mirror and shutter as camera movement and adjust where none is needed.
Jun 4, 2012 09:19:39 #
Photog1
Loc: North America
Have fun. Enjoy. Just remember, if you're in the neighborhood of a grizzly bear, try not to look like a fish... :)
Jun 4, 2012 11:36:37 #
Ahh, thank you for that info on VR. Learning curve on this stuff is massive - but I WILL get it, mostly, in time, with patience, and the help of you folks. Thanks again.
Jun 4, 2012 11:40:28 #
Photog1,
Yes, we were forewarned by the guide we will be using on our 8 day float down the Goodnews River over on the Bering Sea coast - that Grizzlies have right away, which means you get outta the way right away. Cut your line if you have a fish on and call it an offering to the fishing gods.
Yes, we were forewarned by the guide we will be using on our 8 day float down the Goodnews River over on the Bering Sea coast - that Grizzlies have right away, which means you get outta the way right away. Cut your line if you have a fish on and call it an offering to the fishing gods.
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