Posts for: billnikon
Oct 22, 2019 09:08:56 #
denis.fr wrote:
Bonjour, je vais au Carnaval depuis une quinzaine ... (show quote)
OH, where is my translator software when I need it.
Oct 22, 2019 09:06:13 #
OnDSnap wrote:
With the D6 coming in 2020 there's going to be many D5's (US) available I would imagine, mine included.... maybe.
The D6 is being kept well under wraps. Something MIGHT be up, like maybe a mirrorless, mirror hybrid or something like the Sony A99II with a translucent mirror, allowing it to act as a mirrorless with the advantages of mirrorless only with a mirror.
Life is interesting.
Oct 22, 2019 09:02:21 #
wdross wrote:
Both the Olympus E-M1mkII and E-M1X will shoot 35 ... (show quote)
Back in the day when photographers knew what they were doing they only needed ONE exposure to get it right.
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Oct 22, 2019 08:43:31 #
Indylp wrote:
I know someone that has a used D-5 and a no VR 24-... (show quote)
Yours is a Gray market, I would stay away.
I got mine off ebay, new, 0 shutter count, battery, camera only, no charger, US version, $3200. Got to keep looking, the deals are out there.
Oct 22, 2019 08:40:54 #
dancraw85 wrote:
Hello my name is Dan. My question is how are the n... (show quote)
My D5 can capture easily 12500 ISO with no noise, also at 25000 ISO with noise I can eliminate easily in post.
What do you think of 1/250 sec. at f5.6 in a dark church. And the result looks like it's daylight.
ISO has come a long way baby and it will not stop any time soon.
And Why are you shooting at f8? With today's wonderful 70-200 2.8 lenses you can easily shoot wide open with great results.
Oct 22, 2019 08:36:32 #
WDCash wrote:
A couple days ago I was bouncing around from "... (show quote)
Sony a7R IV
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1494679-REG/sony_ilce7rm4_b_alpha_a7r_iv_mirrorless.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
Oct 22, 2019 08:28:15 #
rmalarz wrote:
Occasionally, I've seen articles about someone in England who is developing a back for the Nikon F that is digital. I've never seen anything past the article, which included a photograph of the prototype of the back. This was probably 15 years, or so, ago.
--Bob
--Bob
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodak_DCS_100
Oct 22, 2019 08:25:32 #
scubadoc wrote:
Back in the day when Kodak announced the first digital camera, there was a move to produce camera backs for film cameras that placed a sensor in the place of the film plane. I think Hasselblad may have produced some extremely expensive versions. Whatever happened to this idea? I would still love to use my decades old Canon New F1-N as well as my beloved EOS 3.
You answered your own question, and I quote you, "extremely expensive versions".
Steven Sasson invented the world's first digital camera while working at Eastman Kodak in 1975. It weighed around 8 pounds (3.6kg) and shot a mere 0.01MP. It's crazy to think how far we've come since those early days. We've gone from 30 images on a delicate cassette to thousands on something as small as a fingernail.
Want to see it,
https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS869US869&q=first+digital+camera+kodak+1975&tbm=isch&source=univ&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjN5tfy7a_lAhUQi6wKHY-ZDekQsAR6BAgEEAE&biw=1476&bih=706
Oct 22, 2019 08:19:15 #
dyximan wrote:
I am Planning a trip this Feb for Carnival in Veni... (show quote)
Venice is one of the cities in the world that has become too congested with PEOPLE. It is very difficult to get around, not like back in the day. With Carnival they will drop off a couple thousand at a time into the city alone with several other cruise lines on a daily basis. Gondola rides are still nice IF they take you on some narrow back canals.
I look for the back canals, the narrow side streets, I like to ride the Water Taxi, (cheap and you get to see a lot of the city and be about normal Venetians going about their daily commute). Note all of the specialty boats, private taxis, police, fire, water, sewer, freight, etc. etc.
My favorite camera again is my pocket Sony HX90, now the HX99, it has a 24-750 mm Zeiss lens, with pop up viewfinder, that I have in a belt pouch so it is always ready to shoot. Be aware of what is around you, when riding the water taxi I noticed a bride and groom in a gondola, I raised my HX90, zoomed out for all it was worth and got the shot below. Also be aware of all of the love locks on the bridges and the churches are also worth a visit.
Oct 22, 2019 08:07:47 #
The Villages wrote:
As I read through the daily digests from day-to-da... (show quote)
If you like the "GOOD OLD DAYS", then go you would love NO SEAT BELTS, No anti-lock breaks, no pollution devices, rear wheel drive, no navigation, no cell phones (only land line phones in your home), no apps on your phone, no labels telling you what is in a product, etc. etc. etc.
Thanks but no thanks.
Oct 21, 2019 20:11:25 #
Ched49 wrote:
The poster states they both shoot Nikon, since they are familiar with Nikon's feature set, wouldn't it be better if they stick with Nikon rather than change brands?
Basically ALL camera's are the same. All have controls for shutter speed, aperture, ISO. These three form the basis of all photography.
That said I have been a Nikon guy most of my adult life. And I believe that the mirrorless camera's are the way to go, especially for this young lady who is going into professional photography. Mirrorless has many advantages over DSLR.
I also believe that Sony has the advantage in mirrorless at this time. Sony has Zeiss lenses that are auto focus for their camera's and a line of G lenses that are outstanding.
Yes, for her to stay with Nikon would be easy, but since the basic controls of a camera are universal, I believe it is time for her to switch to a camera company that is the leader in mirrorless auto focus systems.
Oct 21, 2019 08:38:50 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
Don't get overly hung up on DxO test results as they are done on an optical bench with the camera firmly secured. Almost impossible to replicate that in "real world" shooting. Plus small differences in numerical results may be almost imperceptible to the naked eye...The technique is what will give you the results you desire in many cases. Beware also as the "sharpest" lens may not excel in other areas of measurement....
I agree, DxO scores are nice, but it has always been and will continue to be the photographer that makes the difference.
Oct 21, 2019 08:36:21 #
xptom wrote:
I am considering one of the European Viking Cruises. I have limited mobility and have to use a walker. Is there one (or several) of the cruises you would recommend that would be worth while for good photography.
Which of the pre/post additions would also be feasible.
Which of the pre/post additions would also be feasible.
So, far we have gone on the Rhine and Danube. We are doing Paris, and Spain next year. All afford photographic opportunities for a decent photographer. A good photographer can make any scene interesting. On the Rhine there is an afternoon of sailing while looking out over the French and German river sides. You can just site there and shoot, buses take you every where but there is some walking involved, we like to leave the bus behind and walk to pre viewed interesting locations. We do not always go with the group.
Below is a shot taken on that afternoon with a pocket Sony HX90.
Oct 21, 2019 08:27:43 #
trapper1 wrote:
I am looking into buying a telephoto lens for my Nikon D5600 and it appears that there is a bewildering array of choices between Nikon and aftermarket lens of that nature. I am concerned about being able to hand-hold the longer of two types, 200mm and 300mm. Both will need to have VR but aside from that , how much steadier is it to use a 200 mm than a 300mm for casual shots?
Try this one on for size, and it won't break the bank.
The difference between the 200 and 300 for casual shots is that you will have to shoot at a higher shutter speed with the 300 to get good results.
The minimum shutter speed to hand hold any lens used to be 1/focal length of the lens.
So, a 200 mm would be a minimum of 1/200 sec. and for the 300mm it would be 1/300 sec. Now with VR that is no longer the case as you are SUPPOSED to be able to shoot slower than these mentioned minimums. But for me, I still go by the old rule and have not been disappointed yet.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1365789-REG/nikon_20062b_af_p_dx_nikkor_70_300mm.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
Oct 21, 2019 08:23:07 #