Posts for: leenso52
Aug 21, 2018 06:55:00 #
Aug 21, 2018 06:52:53 #
Beautiful! I have lens envy!
MikeBl wrote:
Prothonotary warbler (Protonotaria citrea)
W. Kentucky, USA - 8/20/2018
1/200 sec - f/5.6 - ISO 500
Note the pink beak of a juvenile. Adults would be black.
Interesting Tidbit: The Prothonotary Warbler is the only cavity nesting eastern warbler.
It especially likes abandoned Downy Woodpecker holes but will use the holes of other
woodpeckers, natural cavities, and will readily accept artificial nest boxes.
~Tennessee Watchable Wildlife~
W. Kentucky, USA - 8/20/2018
1/200 sec - f/5.6 - ISO 500
Note the pink beak of a juvenile. Adults would be black.
Interesting Tidbit: The Prothonotary Warbler is the only cavity nesting eastern warbler.
It especially likes abandoned Downy Woodpecker holes but will use the holes of other
woodpeckers, natural cavities, and will readily accept artificial nest boxes.
~Tennessee Watchable Wildlife~
Aug 21, 2018 06:47:46 #
Does this belong here?
Bunko.T wrote:
http://www.safeshare.tv/v/fJuNgBkloFE
I'm not sure if I posted this before, if so, I apologise, but some one considered it note worthy to make a video about it.
I don't think there would be the same level of ignorance in our society, about America, as they do about us.
They walk among us??
I'm not sure if I posted this before, if so, I apologise, but some one considered it note worthy to make a video about it.
I don't think there would be the same level of ignorance in our society, about America, as they do about us.
They walk among us??
Aug 20, 2018 11:39:47 #
Aug 20, 2018 11:35:44 #
I really appreciate the fast response, input and suggestions today!!! Since I just posted this am! I just checked with my home insurance people and I have a $500 deductable so that's out. She said if I'd made a schedule of items the coverage might have been better.
Definitely food for thought. I believe it is the first element, not a removable filter. The fact that the element didn't shatter hopefully prevented as much of a risk of scratching the next element.Some of the glass is stuck to the thread but otherwise thread seems to be intact. You are all very right, an 18-300 lens is not a birder's best friend! But for now I've been making do. It's why I take pleasure out of shooting pics of them at my 3 feeders right in front of my kitchen sink window. I loved this lens! Because I was no longer spending my time and stress limits on constantly changing my lenses, especially when traveling.
I'm going to enclose a couple more pics. (no, must do from cell. I have so much to learn...)Also, I did as suggested and took some shots at various focal lengths. All seem ok. But I would not think it wise to use as is. I'm hopeful that one of the first responders said the $375 computerized quote was worse case scenario and will be (much!) less! I think I will go ahead and send it, maybe wait another day for any convincing reasons to do otherwise... And hope I've learned my lesson. I can be too casual with my stuff. But I read with great interest how many of you cherish your equipment and give tlc to their care. I have learned so much from this site. And am thrilled the snarkyness level is barely a dull roar compared to before, say, last Christmas!
Thanks again!
Definitely food for thought. I believe it is the first element, not a removable filter. The fact that the element didn't shatter hopefully prevented as much of a risk of scratching the next element.Some of the glass is stuck to the thread but otherwise thread seems to be intact. You are all very right, an 18-300 lens is not a birder's best friend! But for now I've been making do. It's why I take pleasure out of shooting pics of them at my 3 feeders right in front of my kitchen sink window. I loved this lens! Because I was no longer spending my time and stress limits on constantly changing my lenses, especially when traveling.
I'm going to enclose a couple more pics. (no, must do from cell. I have so much to learn...)Also, I did as suggested and took some shots at various focal lengths. All seem ok. But I would not think it wise to use as is. I'm hopeful that one of the first responders said the $375 computerized quote was worse case scenario and will be (much!) less! I think I will go ahead and send it, maybe wait another day for any convincing reasons to do otherwise... And hope I've learned my lesson. I can be too casual with my stuff. But I read with great interest how many of you cherish your equipment and give tlc to their care. I have learned so much from this site. And am thrilled the snarkyness level is barely a dull roar compared to before, say, last Christmas!
Thanks again!
lamiaceae wrote:
It that actually the front element of the lens? I... (show quote)
Thus far I've never damaged any of my lenses from a drop. I once let an old metal constructed one drop about three foot on to carpeting with no effect - just the lens when I was swapping on a camera on a tripod. I do fear dropping any of my newer film or digital lenses. They seem to be made out of plastic and glass. My old ones were glass, steel, and brass, heavy and would destroy the flooring! After seeing your catastrophe I may not any longer leave my camera out on a tripod when the dogs are around! My tripods I don't worry about one would have to drive over a Gitzo to damage it. Aug 20, 2018 07:43:03 #
Hi everyone. Love this forum. I've commented but never asked for help. (intimidated??!!) But now I need it desperately! Last night I did the unthinkable.
I stupidly knocked over my new tripod which had my camera attached over onto my ceramic tile floor in my kitchen. Good news, my tripod was not damaged and it appears neither was my Nikon D5200. Yes, beginner's. I've had it five years. My floor was cracked. But much worse, my AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm
f/3.5-6.3G ED VR lens cracked around the rim of the outside glass. As far as I can tell the lens still functions, focuses, and camera still took a few test shots. It did not shatter, just some of the glass around the rim. I can't tell if this scratched the inner glass, does not seem so.
I went to the Nikon site and started the process of sending for repair. Obviously my five year warranty does not cover stupidity. But the estimate is $375! I paid $699.00 at Hunts in Melrose two plus years ago, trading in my two kit lenses. Now I only have my Nikkor 50mm lens and am going on vacation in less than 3 weeks. Money is definitely an issue as I am retired and presently not working at all. If I could afford it I would have upgraded my camera by now, bought a few desired lens (into birding now!) etc. But my photography means the world to me!
Do I send for repair or look into buying a used one? Refurbished? What would you do, in MY shoes? No snarky remarks if you can help it, like "I would have taken better care of my equipment!" I'm sure you all would! Was most regrettable. I had been photographing birds at my feeder, outside my kitchen window on and off all day. Was done for the night and should have put away. Instead I just moved the set up out of my way. So I thought. This on the same day I "broke" my grass trimmer AND chain saw!
Thanks ever so much! I need to decide quick. BTW, the process included me paying the $375 up front so it is on my charge card already. Am getting ready to send but await your feedback.
I stupidly knocked over my new tripod which had my camera attached over onto my ceramic tile floor in my kitchen. Good news, my tripod was not damaged and it appears neither was my Nikon D5200. Yes, beginner's. I've had it five years. My floor was cracked. But much worse, my AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm
f/3.5-6.3G ED VR lens cracked around the rim of the outside glass. As far as I can tell the lens still functions, focuses, and camera still took a few test shots. It did not shatter, just some of the glass around the rim. I can't tell if this scratched the inner glass, does not seem so.
I went to the Nikon site and started the process of sending for repair. Obviously my five year warranty does not cover stupidity. But the estimate is $375! I paid $699.00 at Hunts in Melrose two plus years ago, trading in my two kit lenses. Now I only have my Nikkor 50mm lens and am going on vacation in less than 3 weeks. Money is definitely an issue as I am retired and presently not working at all. If I could afford it I would have upgraded my camera by now, bought a few desired lens (into birding now!) etc. But my photography means the world to me!
Do I send for repair or look into buying a used one? Refurbished? What would you do, in MY shoes? No snarky remarks if you can help it, like "I would have taken better care of my equipment!" I'm sure you all would! Was most regrettable. I had been photographing birds at my feeder, outside my kitchen window on and off all day. Was done for the night and should have put away. Instead I just moved the set up out of my way. So I thought. This on the same day I "broke" my grass trimmer AND chain saw!
Thanks ever so much! I need to decide quick. BTW, the process included me paying the $375 up front so it is on my charge card already. Am getting ready to send but await your feedback.
Jul 18, 2018 22:46:55 #
Maik723 wrote:
I point my camera at them, take a picture, view the picture then say,,,,,,,,,,,, NOT THAT TIME! 😂
I love it!!!
Jul 18, 2018 22:37:50 #
Awww! 😶
Mar 16, 2018 18:54:49 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
Marsha, you say your going with friends, anybody willing to use a tandem with you,an extra person to paddle while you shoot would solve some problems and probably keep you out of trouble if they are more experienced, BTW tandems are sometimes called 'divorce boats' you figure it out, Bob
Oh yes, I almost divorced my granddaughter!!
Mar 16, 2018 18:50:34 #
ppage wrote:
I kept my dslr in a drybag. It is a pain. I would rather use a pelican case so I can get to it easier. This Guy Galen Leeds seems to have written the book on the subject so to speak. He lays it all out on this beautiful site:
https://galenleeds.com/kayak-photography/ Try to pick a telephoto zoom that you can leave on. It is quite nerve wracking to change a lens on the water.
https://galenleeds.com/kayak-photography/ Try to pick a telephoto zoom that you can leave on. It is quite nerve wracking to change a lens on the water.
Fabulous information!! Thanks!!!
Mar 16, 2018 10:51:05 #
OH I
hadn't finished before it flew up to the site. I wrote more!
hadn't finished before it flew up to the site. I wrote more!
Mar 16, 2018 10:35:09 #
Pixel, I read replies quickly and did not see info about a plastic case that somehow fastens on top of the kayak right in front of the cockpit. I'm sorry that I have no info to share about it, other than several kayakers have them. I love kayaking and have a 15.5 foot Current Design. I love it, but it is very tippy and yes, the most "dangerous" times regarding falling in are when getting in and out. I finally have adapted a method that is not pretty, but works! Another topic for a different forum! So yes I have seen people bring their best gear, but they are the more experienced kayakers and they use this case.
I bring either my cell and/or $200 waterproof Fugi I bought years ago. If I could I would buy one of the better, much more expensive ones but I'm retired and can not. I leave my DSLR home! You will only get fair pics with that, not bad on things close up. Pretty good under water. My cell, by the way is a Samsung 7 Edge which is waterproof for 30 minutes under water and I "lost" it once before launching and about 20 minutes later luckily found it, UNDER my boat! Worked fine! Both my cell and and Fugi fit in one of my front pockets of my PFD. One thing I need to remember to bring this coming season is a cloth to wipe off the eye of the camera from the splashes!
I generally go with meetup groups and they are there mostly to kayak so if I stop too many times to get the camera out I am then in a race to catch up!! And I'm 66. So not easy. I'm trying to just enjoy the moment rather than journal it, as someone said, taking a National Geographic shot in a boat in motion is not likely anyway! But my photographer's eye sees everything through a lens, I'm sure people here would agree. This season I'm going to try and leave camera AND cell phone in my car and truly live in the beautiful moments only kayaking can bring. Kayaking and photography are my "passions" so it's hard to choose. That's the goal though this season. ENJOY!
I bring either my cell and/or $200 waterproof Fugi I bought years ago. If I could I would buy one of the better, much more expensive ones but I'm retired and can not. I leave my DSLR home! You will only get fair pics with that, not bad on things close up. Pretty good under water. My cell, by the way is a Samsung 7 Edge which is waterproof for 30 minutes under water and I "lost" it once before launching and about 20 minutes later luckily found it, UNDER my boat! Worked fine! Both my cell and and Fugi fit in one of my front pockets of my PFD. One thing I need to remember to bring this coming season is a cloth to wipe off the eye of the camera from the splashes!
I generally go with meetup groups and they are there mostly to kayak so if I stop too many times to get the camera out I am then in a race to catch up!! And I'm 66. So not easy. I'm trying to just enjoy the moment rather than journal it, as someone said, taking a National Geographic shot in a boat in motion is not likely anyway! But my photographer's eye sees everything through a lens, I'm sure people here would agree. This season I'm going to try and leave camera AND cell phone in my car and truly live in the beautiful moments only kayaking can bring. Kayaking and photography are my "passions" so it's hard to choose. That's the goal though this season. ENJOY!
Feb 6, 2018 15:44:55 #
Feb 6, 2018 15:34:13 #
To tamalama; Gorgeous photos from Arizona!! I especially love the second image. My first thought when I saw it was "brush fire..." though not in a negative way! So beautifully composed. This has been a great subject!
Feb 6, 2018 15:29:45 #
Gorgeous, Linda from Maine! leenso from Maine here!