Posts: FiddleMaker | Ugly Hedgehog

On-camera flash advice wanted

photog11 wrote:

I own both a Nikon D5000 and a D7000. Indoors I us... (show quote)

photog11, I also have the D7000 and the Nikon SB700 flash and I find it perfect for the type of indoor photos I take (mostly family get-togethers).

Jan 6, 2015 05:51:39 #

I have a question?

mwsilvers wrote:

PLEASE , PLEASE make your topic names meaningful. Most people will not even bother looking at a thread entitled "I have a question?". A better title might have been something like "Comparison of a Nikon D5200 to a D7100. People generally don't look at threads if the subject doesn't interest them. A properly named thread will target the people that can best help you.

Out of curiosity I went directly to the title: "I have a question". I would have passed over this article it the title read something about comparing the D5200 to a D7100.
The title "I have a question" was an eye-catcher in my opinion.

Dec 24, 2014 05:42:00 #

Whether to upgrade D7000 to Full Frame Nikon or Cannon

Ishootcanon wrote:

An even better full frame camera would be the 1Dx. On record as the best camera in the world. The high ISO is amazing. Let me know if you want more info on the 1Dx or the 5D Mark III.

But keep in mind the Canon 1DX is approx. $6,800 body only. That's a Big difference between the Nikon D750 or the 5D Mark III.

Dec 19, 2014 18:59:01 #

New to UHH - Nikon D750 RAW to DNG?

lindaherrera1 wrote:

I was told that Lightroom just cannot convert from RAW with the D750. so I am using JPEG until they get up to speed...Got that from a few folks and the camera store. I love this camera!

lindaherrera1, try a live chat with the Nikon techs. They should be able to give you some advice.
I presently own the D7000 but I am toying with the idea of upgrading to the D750. I am in my 70s so I need to do this soon - before I end up as a little pile as ashes. -FiddleMaker

Dec 19, 2014 05:38:39 #

New to UHH - Nikon D750 RAW to DNG?

Charlieled wrote:

Howdy, Nikon guy from the '70s just upgraded to a D750. I am frustrated to learn I cannot get RAW files easily converted to DNG for use in LightRoom. Unfortunately I am running Windows Vista and the Adobe DNG Converter for the 750 only works with Windows 7 or later. Any suggestions to get RAW to work in my current setup without changing my computer operating system and moving to the latest LightRoom? The 750 is a great camera by the way, still learning how to use it to full advantage.

Charliedled, do yourself a favor and upgrade your OS to Windows 7 or 8. I cannot understand why you are using Vista. It is horrible. Much better off with Windows XP but XP is no longer supported by Microsoft. Also, upgrade to LR5. -FiddleMaker

A regal-looking Bald Eagle.

Dec 17, 2014 06:29:27 #

(Photo Gallery)

Regis wrote:

I took this photo yesterday in slightly foggy conditions and I got a nice pose from this beautiful Eagle. The distance was about 100-125 feet at 600mm.

Regis, can I assume this pix was hand-held - no mono or tripod?? excellent if hand-held.

Dec 15, 2014 03:40:11 #

Searcher wrote:

A good test of raw/Lightroom capabilities would be to deliberately under expose an image, import the raw and jpg into your preferred software and see if the raw can be salvaged easier or better than the jpg.

I say under exposed, because there would be nothing that can be done to get details from blown out images.

OK, I will give this a try.

Dec 14, 2014 18:20:32 #

Searcher wrote:

Not a simple answer, with most software programs y... (show quote)

Searcher, thanks much for your explanation.
After I have edited my JPGs with ViewNX2, they look pretty good. I don't see how I could make them much better if I were to use the RAW(NEF) corresponding images and some PP software such as Coral or Adobe. When I get real bored, perhaps I should try a trial editing software and see for myself. -FiddleMaker

Dec 14, 2014 10:14:39 #

DaveO wrote:

I believe that we actually are viewing an embedded JPEG file when we look at most RAW files in NX2. I'm sure someone can clarify.

DaveO, if I view my RAW (NEF) images directly with "Windows Photo View" OR "PictureViewer" and by-pass View NX2 altogether, I still can see really nice images - as good as the JPG counterpart. I told my camera that I want RAW(NEF) images to be stored in Slot #1 and JPG images to be sent to the card in Slot #2. But I have no way of checking to see if this is really happening. And I am a real dunce when it comes to all this technology stuff.
-FiddleMaker

Dec 14, 2014 06:15:09 #

jsmangis wrote:

When I received my Nikon D80 six years ago, it cam... (show quote)

jsmangis, I have a downloaded version of Nikon's View NX2 and I use it for all of my JPG files (from card slot #2). I find that I need to edit all of my JPGs, especially the sharpen function. My D7000 keeps the RAW files in card slot #1 but I haven't figured out how to edit these using View NX2. To be honest I see absolutely no difference when viewing the RAW pics versus the corresponding JPG. I notice that the RAW file size is much larger than the corresponding JPG but that's all. When I download the RAW files onto my computer, I expected to see images that are not totally viewable but I don't. They look fine.

Nov 25, 2014 13:26:11 #

Micro Lens for Nikon D7100

a2000c wrote:

I've have the nikkor 40mm micro 2.8 and the nikkor 85mm micro. Both yield good results and are a low cost solution.

I agree with a2000c.
-FiddleMaker

Nov 25, 2014 05:39:44 #

Micro Lens for Nikon D7100

Triggerhappy wrote:

What is a good Micro lens for my Nikon D7100? I need something good without breaking my bank account.

In April of 2012 when I purchased my Nikon D7000, I also purchased the AF-S Micro Nikkor 40mm DX for $280. I use it mainly for violin making. It is an OK lens but is certainly not Nikon's top-of-the line lens for doing close-up work.
-FiddleMaker

Nov 7, 2014 19:19:45 #

Nikon d750 or d810

And if your hard drive starts to fill up you can always move your large file photos over to high capacity flash drive or an external hard drive.
Storage is relatively inexpensive these days.
FiddleMaker.

Jul 18, 2014 09:57:45 #

Ansel Adams exhibit inspirational

Papa Joe wrote:

Wow! You boys talk like you're OLD. Heck, I saw FDR in office and all the Presidents who followed him, so if you're old, I guess that makes me 'ancient':o) Enjoy your youth while you still have it, that's what I'm still doing with mine! :)

Gee Papa Joe, you must be older than dirt!!! just kidding. You must be hovering around 90 or so. Yes??

Jul 18, 2014 06:28:06 #

Ansel Adams exhibit inspirational

lone ranger wrote:

well, its nice to find, another old time photograper out there,
I"m leaving on my cruise vacation, next month, and I will be doing some diving, as so ,I will be useing my Nikon 1 AW1 Waterproof camera, and as a back upi, I"m also taking my Nikon Coolpix 120 waterproof camera as a back up, I hope to shoot alot of great photo"s which I will post, once I return...........

Looking forward to viewing your pics. will keep an eye out. -FiddleMaker