Posts for: rangel28
Apr 25, 2024 11:12:31 #
jim quist wrote:
First of all I have lost count of how much money I... (show quote)
With the Payboo card, you can either pay off your purchase over 12 months and not pay interest, OR not pay sales tax. Chances are you didn't pay sales tax on your $6,000 purchase, so to avoid interest on your purchase you have to pay off what you owe. It's one or the other with the Payboo card; either 12 monthly payments interst-free or no sales tax.
Apr 23, 2024 11:26:23 #
I have found that today's Nikon mirrorless cameras (and to an extent the newer DSLR cameras) handle higher ISOs much better than they did in years past. It all depends on what you think is too much noise, but I have used ISOs of 20,000 with very acceptable results.
Apr 10, 2024 12:08:42 #
It looks to me like the photos are out of focus and overexposed. May I ask what kind of solar filter you used? Here in Nothern California, we were well out of the path of the total eclipse but did see the moon cover about 40 percent of the sun. I had to use a solar filter the entire time as the sun was never really blocked. My settings for this photo were SS 1/20, f13, ISO 100 (on a tripod) with a 100mm-400mm lens. I used a smaller aperture (f13) to hopefully get more detail of the sun.
Mar 31, 2024 11:43:08 #
jcwall396 wrote:
For you SmugMug users, can you add captions to individual photos? Or password protect any of your galleries?
Yes, you can add captions and password protect galleries and photos.
Here is an example of a captioned photo.
https://www.smugmug.com/app/organize/Birds/i-XWmb5G3
Mar 30, 2024 17:26:38 #
kvanhook wrote:
I have had an account with Zenfolio for several ye... (show quote)
As others have pointed out flickr and SmugMug are now owned by the same company (SmugMug bought flickr). I use both but primarily use SmugMug to store and show my photos. They have unlimited storage and building a website it pretty easy, although not all that intuitive. They also have a very responsive Customer Service team that answers questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you care to look, here is my site.
https://richardangeloni.smugmug.com/
Mar 28, 2024 12:15:47 #
Canisdirus wrote:
Matt Grainer was comparing it to the Nikon 24-200mm f/4-6.3.
Well yeah...who is buying a 200mm f/6.3 anyways?
One meh lens looks good next to another meh lens...must be the marketing play here.
Well yeah...who is buying a 200mm f/6.3 anyways?
One meh lens looks good next to another meh lens...must be the marketing play here.
I bought the 24mm-200mm Z lens when it first came out. Great travel lens.
Mar 14, 2024 15:38:39 #
bhapke wrote:
I like eating children and not using commas.
Mar 12, 2024 10:39:23 #
IF the Z90 is the "flagship" DX camera for Nikon, I would expect it to be priced a bit higher than the D500 when it first came out about 8 years ago. That price was $2,000, so I would expect between $2,500 and $3,000. Of course, the Z90 may be the next iteration of the Z50, with fewer features, dropping the price considerably. At this point it's all rumors. The Z6 III should be the next camera released, and most people believe a DX camera will come later this year.
Mar 10, 2024 20:21:59 #
bobforman wrote:
There hasn't been much discussion lately about true pocket cameras. (Ones you can actually slip into a front pocket or cargo pants side pocket.) I know cell phones have encroached in this domain, but I curious if hoggers have a preference as to currently offered models and which one is the best.
I have and like very much both the Canon G7X Mark II and the Panasonic ZS100. I would give the image sharpness edge to the Canon but the Panasonic has more zoom and bells and features.
A word about the Canon. Apparently, some influencers on TikTok or Instagram are using the Canon G7X Mark II, and it's become very popular and hard to find.
Mar 8, 2024 11:24:39 #
The megapixels are very, very, very tiny in cell phones, especially phones that have 200 mp. Cell phone manufacturers also use pixel binning, which clusters the megapixels to make them bigger but hurts resolution. Finally, they use lots of AI and other technologies to improve the final look of the jpeg. Great for sharing on social media and when viewing on a phone screen but not as good for printing.
200 mp sounds good, however, when marketing the phone.
200 mp sounds good, however, when marketing the phone.
Feb 28, 2024 11:25:00 #
b top gun wrote:
Anyone have personal experience with both of these lenses; am considering my options for a Nikon mirrorless. I have seen the 100-400 at a local camera store; I like its overall weight and would pair it with a 1.4x TC when needed. On the other hand the 180-600 is supposed to be internal focus, and costs less. I would have to get a few new filters IF I got the 180-600; my 77mm filters already fit the 100-400.
I have the Z 100mm-400mm and have used it with both the 1.4 teleconverter and the 2.0 teleconveter. In good light, the 1.4 teleconverter delivers fantastic results. I chose this lens for the size and weight, as I like to take along a long lens like this on hikes. I had the Sigma 150mm-600mm a few years back and, while a very nice lens, especially for the price, it starts to become heavy when hiking for two or so hours. I bought the Z 100mm-400mm and immediately sold the Sigma once I saw the size and weight and how well it handled in my Z cameras.
The 180mm-600mm will certainly give you more reach and costs considerably less, but it's larger and heavier. That may be something to consider if you are planning on hiking or traveling with this lens.
Feb 27, 2024 20:20:24 #
sanhuberto wrote:
Wanting to get back to my life time hobby, I have been repeatedly perusing the Nikon USA webpage and the Zf caught my eye. It takes me back to the days of the Nikkormat, the FE, the FM, when cameras were simpler. The Zf seems a little bit more more analog than digital, does anyone out there has any comments or feedback on this camera that wants to share?
Much appreciated.
Claude
Much appreciated.
Claude
Here is a very detailed review from dpreview.com. At this point, the Zf is the third best Nikon mirrorless, behind the much more expensive Z9 and Z8. This may be my next camera, depending on what the Z6III looks like, so I have been reading lots of reviews. One of my dislikes of the Zf is the lack of a grip, but a number of third party grips are available that will make it much easier to hold, especially with larger lenses.
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-zf-full-frame-mirrorless-camera-review
Feb 25, 2024 16:27:26 #
niteman3d wrote:
Nope, I don't need no stinkin' mirrorless camera a... (show quote)
Get ready to part with some more money once you use Z mount lenses and see how nice they are.
Feb 22, 2024 11:39:57 #
I was driving with my dogs when I noticed a turkey vulture circling above relatively low to the ground and low and behold, there was a opossum in the road. The turkey vulture was joined by a few of his friends a few minutes later. These guys are easy to photograph when they are low to the ground and circling.
Nikon Z50 and Z 50mm-250mm lens.
Nikon Z50 and Z 50mm-250mm lens.
Feb 17, 2024 16:35:14 #
Real Nikon Lover wrote:
Recently I talked to my good friend who just purch... (show quote)
Thats a great story. Your friend should let Vic's boss know what a great job he did, and that he went above and beyond. That kind of service is rare these days.