Posts for: BBurkett
Mar 19, 2017 09:59:49 #
If the drive is spinning and not making any unusual noises, there is a very good possibility that the drive is ok and only the interface is bad. I have seen this several times and in all cases was able to remove the drive from the housing, attach a USB drive adapter and successfully recover all files. In both cases I purchaesd generic USB drive enclosures and installed the drive in the new enclosure.
Dec 6, 2016 07:01:13 #
I've used El-co Color Labs several times with great results and service. Very good to deal with.
They have a poster "specials":
http://www.elcocolor.net/index.php/products-a-services/poster-special
They have a poster "specials":
http://www.elcocolor.net/index.php/products-a-services/poster-special
Dec 6, 2016 06:56:12 #
I recently dug out my old D70S, that had been stored (at normal room temps) for a couple years, and the grips on it were sticky. I used isopropyl alcohol on a cloth and with some rubbing was able to remove the sticky surface.
Dec 3, 2016 09:37:47 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
APS in Morton Grove IL will service it if you really want it serviced. They are an authorized Nikon service facility.
I have also used APS. Very competent and very fast turn around.
~Bob
Nov 22, 2016 19:56:52 #
BBurkett wrote:
To all who have offered advice and recommendations, thank you very much! All greatly appreciated.
After reading all the comments, I have decided to first have my 16-85 checked/calibrated/cleaned at a service center before moving on to a new lens.
If I do move on, I will be looking at something in the same zoom range as the 16-80 f2.8 or similar.
Again, thanks to all!
After reading all the comments, I have decided to first have my 16-85 checked/calibrated/cleaned at a service center before moving on to a new lens.
If I do move on, I will be looking at something in the same zoom range as the 16-80 f2.8 or similar.
Again, thanks to all!
Well I sent my lens to APS in Illinois and looks like my sharpness issue was due to mechanical problems! Needs lens barrel and zoom roller guide ring. Not sure how I did the damage but I guess that is my problem. Should get it back next week!
~Bob
Nov 20, 2016 10:06:01 #
Gene51 wrote:
I use, and have been using SyncBack Free since it's introduction in 2003. Great software, runs in the background, and once you set it up, it runs and verifies your backups. The best part is the price - 
I also vote for SyncBack. A lot of options for versatility local and network backup destinations.
Nov 17, 2016 07:11:44 #
To all who have offered advice and recommendations, thank you very much! All greatly appreciated.
After reading all the comments, I have decided to first have my 16-85 checked/calibrated/cleaned at a service center before moving on to a new lens.
If I do move on, I will be looking at something in the same zoom range as the 16-80 f2.8 or similar.
Again, thanks to all!
After reading all the comments, I have decided to first have my 16-85 checked/calibrated/cleaned at a service center before moving on to a new lens.
If I do move on, I will be looking at something in the same zoom range as the 16-80 f2.8 or similar.
Again, thanks to all!
Nov 16, 2016 09:23:34 #
Thanks to all for all the comments! Very much appreciated! Number of responses is great!
I think I need to clarify:
I am looking for other choices (Nikon or even perhaps non-Nikon) for a lens in the 16-85 zoom range as that is what works best for me most of the time.
I have an 80-200 f2.8 Nikon that fills in the top end of what I want.
PS - legs are not necessary on a walk-around lens for me as I have 2 good ones!
Thanks again!
I think I need to clarify:
I am looking for other choices (Nikon or even perhaps non-Nikon) for a lens in the 16-85 zoom range as that is what works best for me most of the time.
I have an 80-200 f2.8 Nikon that fills in the top end of what I want.
PS - legs are not necessary on a walk-around lens for me as I have 2 good ones!
Thanks again!
Nov 15, 2016 13:26:22 #
I can handle big and heavy if the results are worth it!
My 80-200 is also heavy, which I am sure you know, but it's results are worth it!
Does this 17-55 change length with zoom or focus? Or both internal?
My 80-200 is also heavy, which I am sure you know, but it's results are worth it!
Does this 17-55 change length with zoom or focus? Or both internal?
Nov 15, 2016 12:47:00 #
Probably my biggest issue is that the 16-85 I have is not as sharp as I expect, especially comparing to other lenses I have.
I have tried the lens fine tune adjustment and didn't find much of an error or change with a small correction.
I will look at the old 17-55
Thanks!
I have tried the lens fine tune adjustment and didn't find much of an error or change with a small correction.
I will look at the old 17-55
Thanks!
Nov 15, 2016 12:34:51 #
I do not expect to upgrade to FX, but one never knows. I do have several Nikon FX lenses, 50mm f1.8, 60mm f2.8 macro and 80-200 f2.8 all non-vr; the 80-200 definitely gives me the most satisfying results.
The biggest part of my shooting fits best to the 16-85 or so range.
I am curious about other's experience with non-Nikon lenses, in the 16-85 or so range, as I have always stayed with Nikon.
I very much appreciate your opinion.
The biggest part of my shooting fits best to the 16-85 or so range.
I am curious about other's experience with non-Nikon lenses, in the 16-85 or so range, as I have always stayed with Nikon.
I very much appreciate your opinion.
Nov 15, 2016 09:04:41 #
Hi all!
I currently have the AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR on my D7100 and not really pleased with the results I get with it.
What is your favorite everyday ro "walk around" lens?
Thanks,
Bob
I currently have the AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-85mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR on my D7100 and not really pleased with the results I get with it.
What is your favorite everyday ro "walk around" lens?
Thanks,
Bob