You indicate you found an excellent tutorial on layers, would you be kind enough to provide either a link or the name of the tutorial for those of us also struggling a bit?

It would be quite an accomplishment to take a picture of the lens with that same lens. 😃. And no, photos were taken with an old Sony, essentially a point and shoot as I did not want to break out the 850 for this type of work. But appreciate the comment regarding the quality of the photos and I completely agree.

Thanks. I did not realize that. Appreciate the tip.

I recently got back into photography after a long absence (Nikon F2's and Kodachrome 64) and bought a lot of new equipment. After purchasing the above lens last year, I decided I need a bit more light so I bought a 14 - 24 Sigma F 2.8 Art, so I no longer need the Tokina (purchased for $ 449.00, will sell for $ 345.00). I also do not need the 82 mm filters listed below. All items bought new from bhphotovideo.com. I have receipts if needed. I have the original boxes for all items and owner's manual for the lens. The lens is essentially a new lens, no marks of any kind, only mounted to camera for test purposes, this is a great lens value, see reviews at bhphotovideo.com or other on line review sources. When I got it I removed the lens cap and immediately put on a Hoya 82 mm UV Haze NXT HMC filter and it has never been removed. The filter cost, again from BH photo was $ 68.90, I will include it for an additional $ 30.00.

I also have the following 82 mm filters in like new unused condition for sale as follows:
SLR Magic Variable Neutral Density .4 to 1.8 Filter (1.2 to 6 stops), price new $ 189.00, offered here for $ 129.00.

B+W XS PRO (MC) Kaesemann HTC CPL, price new $124.95, now priced at $ 84.95.

All items available separately. Prices include shipping to the CONTUS. To avoid clutter on the site, please PM me with any questions. Pay Pal, personal check or money order will be acceptable forms of payment. Personal checks must clear prior to items being shipped. I wish this site allowed for feedback regarding sales. I have 100% rating on ebay as ahudina on 361 transactions. Thanks. Alan.

Thanks for your interest. Located in Tacoma, WA 98422.

I got back into photography very recently after being out since my Nikon F2 days and I over bought some items, this is one of them. Comes as pictured with original case, never used outside, basically never used period but at the time I thought I needed it. Bought new from B & H for their current price of $329.99. I have copies of the invoice if necessary. I will sell for $265.00 with shipping negotiable to CONUS only. Appears as new, not a mark on it. If interested, PM me so as not to clutter up the site. Suspect pay pal is easiest for all but open to suggestions. I have never sold on this site before but have on ebay as ahudina with 371 transactions and 100% positive feedback.

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I have that same lense, presuming it’s nikon and use it on my D 850. For tighter interiors I use a sigma art 14-24 f 2.8 or if really critical a 19mm NIKKOR f4 tilt shift. The sigma keeps the verticals really close to vertical and only requires minor if any post production. When doing interiors I usually have both with me and as noted if critical, the 19 mm.

In my opinion, for the information provided and price, these are some of the best values available. I have both and since I am a bit old school, I printed them and had them spiral bound at Office Depot so I could highlight and make notes in the margins. Great reference books. You will not be disappointed.

Noted and much appreciated. Thanks to all redponders.

Somewhere between the two. On the second perhaps a bit more water on the left side would keep you in the photo. Having land all the way to the left edge tends to lead me out of the picture but liked both.

READ THE POLICY, READ THE POLICY, READ THE POLICY. Some (not many)policies provide coverage for "wear and tear" in addition to covering manufacturing defects. If a policy only covers manufacturing defects and a part fails, what do you think the insurance company will say was the reason for the parts failure? If you guessed they will state it simply wore out (wear and tear and not covered), move to the head of the class. Additionally, the price for these policies (in Washington and I suspect most other states) is negotiable, just like the sticker price on the vehicle.

I purchased one that covered wear and tear for my Mercedes SL 500. The list price was $4500 and I purchased for around $3750. Over the life of the policy is saved me about $5000 over the $3750 (power steering pump $3200, hydraulic suspension failure new front struts $1750, rear main engine seal replacement $1575, numerous sensors and the labor to replace them made up the remaining balance.

The key is to read the policy, even after purchase you have 10 days (in Washington and I suspect other states) to return it for a full refund. Know you car and any known areas of potential failure and associated costs and make an informed decision. My decision was right for me but only you will know what is right for you but at least be as informed as you can possibly be. Another suggestion contact your state insurance commissioner's office for any complaints against any company with which you are considering doing business, extended warranty or otherwise.

Thanks. I will check out these resources. Thank you.

Thanks so much for your very thoughtful response. I totally agree the principles should remain regardless of whether film or digital is the medium. I will definitely review the suggested on line series. Thanks again.

Thanks. I’ll check it out. Appreciate the response.