Posts: Elliern | Ugly Hedgehog

I sold to them once and they deposited the money directly to my checking account. I also was concerned until it was explained that the account number is already printed on your checks. So that number is available to anyone who sees it. They cannot withdraw money nor inquire about balance, but they can deposit money to the account.
It worked perfectly.

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Dec 30, 2021 18:15:52 #

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My Backyard

Teacher22 wrote:

Taken with Sony a7riii and 24mm1.4 lens.

Beautiful! Looks peaceful

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Dec 11, 2021 22:23:36 #

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Some of my recent shots

Terrific shots!!!

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Dec 7, 2021 18:36:25 #

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Mpb

Krcouch wrote:

Do any of you Hoggers have experience buying a used lens from MPB.com?
How would you rate your experience with them? A friend of mine is looking for a Canon EF 400mm 4.5-5.6 prime lens he saw one advertised from them on Canon Price Watch.com

I have bought from them in the past and they were excellent to deal with. I actually returned that camera with the return window and had no problems.
Fast forward to today…
I sent them my Nikon D7500 this morning as a trade on a used Nikon D500. Once they establish the condition of the D7500 (I think it’s in excellent condition) they will then deduct that price quote from the D500 and I will pay the remainder.
I have also had excellent experience with KEH as well.

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Dec 5, 2021 20:43:19 #

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Nikon D3200

killroy wrote:

Have an opportunity to purchase a Nikon D3200 for pennies on the dollars. Would be used as a “when the kids want to borrow my stuff”, camera. Thoughts on pros, cons, quality? I am a Canon guy.

It was my first DSLR and at the time I was thrilled to have it. I was just starting my hobby of photography. I later gave it to a family member and as far as I know it is still being used. Go for it!

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Dec 5, 2021 13:20:11 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

CHG_CANON wrote:

We might save you even the cost of a rental. Post some problematic unedited JPEG examples of BIF issues, storing the file, and let's have a look at what you're seeing in your results.

I have no local store to rent one or I would try that. I also don’t know anyone who has the D500 to try. The results with my 7500 are “ok” but keeper rate is rather low. My thoughts were the faster focus and increased focus points would increase my keepers. Having said all that, of course I always can always improve. Just want to be able to shoot the best detailed BIF images. I shoot more BIFs than anything else but birds on water, at feeders and trees are close second.
Thanks for all your suggestions.

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Dec 5, 2021 11:37:21 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

CliffMcKenzie wrote:

Have we overlooked the obvious, the elephant in the room? What lenses are you using? I went from D7100 to D850 for many reasons, especially for low light. I have for some time built a library of FX lens owing only one DX18-300 kit lens. My goal was to move to a full frame camera. I love my D7100 as my in car, go anywhere camera. Are all your lenses DX? Are you moving toward full frame lenses?

No, I have several DX lenses. Not looking to go full frame.

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Dec 5, 2021 10:16:20 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

Thank you everyone for advice and suggestions.
I seldom use a tripod, and I primarily shoot BIFs or birds in trees. When I read comparisons of the 7500 vs the 500, the quick autofocus plus many more focus points always gives the advantage to the D500 for BIFs and it seems to focus more on the bird in trees and less on the leaves. This is making me lean towards the D500. I would buy used and can trade in or sell my D7500.
Both are weather sealed.
Image quality is the same or similar, but that quick autofocus might get me more keepers with good image quality.
For landscape they seem to be the same.
Thinking it over…but will “probably” get the D500.

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Dec 5, 2021 07:03:24 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

billnikon wrote:

Either camera can do the trip you plan. Personally I would take a waterproof pocket Nikon on the rafting tour.
As far as wildlife goes and birds in flight, the D500 is a perfect match. I have used mine for years using the Nikon 200-500 lens.
The dual focusing system in the D500 is also in the D850 and D5, it is not in the D7500. Also you get 10 fps with the D500 which is advantage ous for BIF to get just the wing positioning necessary, yes, fps is very important.

Just the information I wanted to hear Bill. Love your photo. I want to be ready for mating and nesting season.
Thanks for sharing your experience

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Dec 5, 2021 06:59:15 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

CO wrote:

I have two D500's, a D7500, and a D750. The D500 does have a superior autofocus system. I have noticed that my lenses focus just a little faster on the D500. The D500 also uses an XQD and an SD (UHS-II compatible) memory cards. The D500 and D7500 share the same sensor so images quality is equal.

Thanks! My thought was the faster autofocus would definitely be an advantage for wildlife and especially BIFs. I find BIFs challenging and love it when I get a great shot.

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Dec 5, 2021 06:54:44 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

cmc4214 wrote:

The only major advantage I can think of is speed, especially autofocus, and maybe build quality (if that is an issue for you)

Speed and autofocus were exactly what I was thinking of. But the downside is it’s slightly heavier.
Thanks

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Dec 5, 2021 06:52:15 #

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Another Nikon D500 question

DaveO wrote:

I recommend learning all you can regarding the settings on your current camera. Steve Perry’s has an excellent e-book, well reviewed here, on Nikon Autofocus Systems : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLmrut6MVUs

There is no magic bullet! We have the D7500, D500 and D850 and learning how to optimize whatever you have and practicing it is an excellent method of improving your skills.

Thanks. I am a fan of Steve Perry. Since you have those 3 ‘similar’ cameras, you must have thought was a difference worth investing in.

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