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Oct 16, 2017 08:56:04   #
Allie wrote:
Regarding the Wasabi charger--for the Sony A6000--can it be used overseas (Europe) with just a plug adapter...


Yes. Just use the adapter plug that was included with your charger.
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Oct 16, 2017 08:48:49   #
I use Wasabi batteries and chargers on 4 different cameras, including my A6000's. They have worked great. At one time I had one battery that didn't seem to hold a charge as long as the other ones. I sent them an email. They sent me a new battery and charger at no cost with no questions asked. I would rate their customer service as excellent.
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Oct 16, 2017 08:31:05   #
I paint all my Nikon lenses white and put large gray rubber bands around them. All of my friends are impressed and my photos are much better now.
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Oct 13, 2017 08:58:03   #
hookedupin2005 wrote:
As a newbie, I would like to know everyones opinion on the a6000, vs. the D3300. My interests lay in general family photography, landscape, and macro.


I have both cameras and am very well pleased with both of them. The Nikon D3300 is physically bigger and heavier than the A6000 and if that is important to you, I would get the A6000. I enjoy the D3300 when I'm shooting close to home. When traveling or doing street photography I will take the A6000 100% of the time. It is much more compact and less noticeable in the hand. The D3300 is older technology. The A6000 is newer technology and mirrorless is the wave of the future. You can buy a brand new D3300 with the 18-55 kit lens from B&H for $446. You can get the A6000 with the 16-50 kit lens for $648. from B&H. Both are EXCELLENT bargains. I doubt if you could tell the difference in photos from both cameras, but with the advanced technology and the smaller, more convenient size of the A6000, that would be my 1st choice, hands down. You really can't go wrong with either camera. It all boils down to what you are looking for in a camera. Photo quality from both are equally excellent.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1023353-REG/nikon_1532_d3300_dslr_camera_with.html

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1029860-REG/sony_ilce6000l_b_alpha_a6000_mirrorless_digital.html
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Oct 12, 2017 10:14:34   #
dpfoto wrote:
You wrote, "they will not honor the price and the camera will be returned on receipt.". That implies the camera has been shipped, and they want you to return it when you receive it?

If it were me, I would not return it. (1) They advertised it, (2) You ordered it. (3) They shipped it, (4) You receive it, (5) It's YOURS.



Bingo! There's the correct answer.
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Oct 12, 2017 09:54:00   #
jerryc41 wrote:
It continues to amaze me that people prefer to shoot in full manual. Auto everything is very fast and near perfect every time. Forty years ago, I had to focus manually and set exposure by matching a needle and a spot. There's no way I would want to go back to that system. My car starts with the push of a button, and it shifts up and down by itself. Why would I want to go back to crank starting and manual shifting?


Exactly! For those really important photos where you only have a moment to take a quick shot Auto Mode is a great choice. You paid for all of that fantastic technology in your camera...use it. Then when you are just casually shooting, experiment with Full Manual to learn how the various settings interact.
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Oct 12, 2017 09:39:46   #
I used a Nikon F and a Nikkormat in Vietnam and SE Asia over a 5 year period and if I were going back today, I would want a camera body that was weather-sealed. Tropical rains, high humidity, and fungus, etc. will be the enemy of your camera equipment. Enjoy your visit. It's a beautiful country.
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Oct 12, 2017 09:21:08   #
I use Wasabi batteries and chargers for Nikon, Sony, and Panasonic cameras and highly recommend them. If you have a problem with one they will replace it without any questions. They stand behind what they sell.
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Oct 11, 2017 09:54:43   #
In some states Small Claim Courts may offer a remedy.
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Oct 11, 2017 09:37:39   #
digit-up wrote:
lighten up. The hogg is PERSONAL politics...


You're right. As long as we're talking about scumbags and sexual predators, let's not forget to include Bill Clinton in that group.
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Oct 11, 2017 09:00:24   #
Could we keep our personal politics out of this thread. The thread is about Weinstein.
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Oct 10, 2017 10:21:48   #
sab2101 wrote:
This morning 10/09/2017 I saw the Sony 50mm lens, model sel5018 F/1.8 on Amazon for $209.30, regular price is $298.00. It might be a mistake or whatever. I went over to my local Best Buy, and they matched the price for me. That is a savings of almost $100.00. By the way this lens comes with Optical Image Stabilization so it is great on my A6000. I tested the lens out and it is really very sharp. I am writing this for anyone that has considered this lens but did not want to spend $300.00 on it. I am very happy with the lens and the price.
This morning 10/09/2017 I saw the Sony 50mm lens, ... (show quote)


That's an excellent price for an excellent Sony prime lens that gets very good reviews. I bought one from B&H, brand new, a few months ago for $248. I do a lot of low light photography and the 50/1.8 and the 35/1.8 both perform beautifully.
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Oct 10, 2017 08:50:13   #
It's a beautiful country. I lived there for 2 years in 1959-1961 when I was in the Air Force at Nouasseur AB, Morocco, just outside of Casablanca. I'm not sure about the safety of walking around the country in these modern times but Casablanca is a beautiful old city with French influence. The beaches were beautiful and there were always lots of European and Oriental tourists there. Fedala was also a beautiful resort city where our service men went for holidays. The Miramar hotel in Fedala was a very popular plush hotel back in the 70's. I would definitely try to tour the Atlas Mountains and visit with the Berber tribesmen who live there. You will be transported back to the 18th and 19th centuries if you get a chance to do that. Sitting around a campfire in the forest and eating monkey with some of the natives was one of my fondest memories. Enjoy your visit. Be sure you get all the necessary shots before going. I will be looking forward to seeing your photos of this old and beautiful country. Sorry I couldn't give you some more updated information on places to see that would be more relevant in these modern times. I had a German-made 35mm Agfa camera that I bought at the Base Exchange that I used to take hundreds of Kodachrome slides, most of which have been lost. I recently converted what was left to digitial photos for my own use. This is Abudabush. He was a Berber tribesman that took us on a day trip hiking through the forests in the Atlas mountains. He was very proud of his home and prepared a dinner of cush-cush for us to enjoy. It is a Moroccan stew-like dish with various meats in it. You dipped your hand in the big bowl that everyone shared and ate it with your fingers. It was really very good but I never found out what was in it.


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Oct 9, 2017 09:22:36   #
I shoot Nikon and Sony. Got tired of lugging the Nikon around so bought a Sony A6000. It's main advantage is light weight, compactness, has all the features previously mentioned in this thread, and produces wonderful photographs. I recently bought another A6000 and they are now used 95% of the time. The A6000 is probably the best value on the market today at around $650 with the excellent little 16-50 mm. kit lens that is packaged with it. Compare the features to determine if an upgrade to the 6300 or the 6500 is worth the extra bucks. For me, the A6000 does everything I need. I have several of the excellent little OSS Sony lenses plus a couple Sigma Art lenses and I love this package. I'm betting you would never be able to tell the difference between photos taken with the A6000 and the Nikon. I doubt if I'll ever buy another mirrowed DSLR after using the Sony platform.
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Oct 8, 2017 12:48:44   #
RWR wrote:
An advantage of brass is that, being harder than aluminum, the threads will not deform as easily, nor will the ring deform as easily when squeezed.


Everything I read says aluminum is harder than brass. Not being a metallurgist, I'm not an expert on metals.

"In general aluminum is slightly harder than brass. However, aluminum alloys can be softer that some brasses. The general Brinell hardness (BHN) range from 50 to 110 for both alloys.
Source: https://ca.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080102182855AA7l0dt

From the B&W website:

"Not all mounts are created equal. B+W has invested decades in perfecting the ideal design, materials and craftsmanship to maintain the industry’s respect. Made of quality brass, each mount is machined, then a black coating is applied to eliminate reflections."

"Why does B+W use brass rings?

Aluminum rings will often bind to the aluminum housing of the lens. Brass will minimize this binding, making it the superior choice for filters."
https://www.schneideroptics.com/info/faq/bw.htm#qu3
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