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Sadhu at Pashupatinath, Nepal shot on z6ii and 24-70
13:23 UTC
Nikon s4300
Hi everyone! My nikon s4300 has been acting weird recently. It hasnt been turning on and when its plugged in, it doesnt have the blinking light that it used to have. The screen only turns on when the camera is plugged in, and you remove the battery from the camera. After removing the battery from the camera it will open and show “Battery is exhausted”. Ive tried everything even buying a new battery. While plugged in the yellow light does blink randomly once in a while but that it. Thanks everyone
12:23 UTC
A pic from my first portrait shoot in over a decade - D610, 35mm, with off-camera flash.
12:11 UTC
Soft Images with 18-300 f/3.5-6.3
Hi everyone,
I recently went to the Philippines and brought my Nikon 18-300mm as a good choice for an all-rounder travel lens. I've had this lens for about 2.5 years and haven't noticed any issues with it. I noticed that some pictures during this trip looked a little soft or had some sort of 'ghosting' effect, especially noticeable in these two pictures.
I understand there's compromise with lenses with such large focal ranges, and I don't know if it's always been like this and just only noticing it now. Do you guys have any experience with this lens? Do these look normal? Is there something wrong with my settings here?
I posted the settings for each picture as well, and I am pretty sure I had VR turned on.
Thanks all!
11:56 UTC
Budget FF set for just everything ...
Hi,
friend of mine asked me what I would suggest as the most budget friendly FX second hand set for shooting primarily landscapes and travel photography ++ some family photos (indoor kids and so on) .. Set that would be also light and that would allow him to shoot almost anything ..
My suggestion after fair thinking that through is
- Nikon D750
- Nikon 16-35/4 VR
- Nikon 70-200/4 VR
- Nikon's light nifty fifty - 50mm af-s f/1.4 or f/1.8
Rationale:
This is based upon my experience .. Original requirement was to have a reasonably small and light set that can easily fit into the `messenger bag' and that would provide enough IQ and general coverage for my friend's primary genres that are landscapes and his family .. There are always a trade-offs .. Above set can fit into the f-stop medium ICU with some additional gear like filters and some maintenance kit .. I know that everybody has a different style but I think that 16-35+70-200 is what landscape photographer needs in 95% cases .. Stabilized 16-35/4 is not the pinnacle of wide angle lenses but it can hold filters and is just good universal lens (my the most favourite fixed focal lengths for street photography and traveling in general are 28mm and 20mm for architecture) .. Fast nifty-fifty is for indoors and portraits .. My the most used lens over the years for photographing people .. Also there is huge second hand market for a nikon-f lenses so over the time he could be able to relatively cheaply expand his lens portfolio ...
Based on the actual prices everything should fit safely below 2000 euros (600+400+600+200) for particular items in mint condition ..
Any thoughts welcome ..
cheers !!
11:25 UTC
Just found out the Panasonic Lumix S9 is FULL FRAME and compact... fuuuuuck, man.
I've just been sitting here looking at my f/z lenses thinking for the last half hour.
10:46 UTC
Cardinal - Nikon Z6 II | 500PF w/ TCIII 1.4x
10:45 UTC
Help me get my first prime lens
Hey everyone,
I recently got a Nikon Z50 and have been using the kit lens (16-50mm f/3.5-6.3). While I like the versatility, I’ve noticed that indoor shots without flash tend to be too dark due to the slow aperture of the kit lens.
I’m looking to buy my first prime lens, and I can’t decide what will be best for me.
I’m considering the Viltrox 56mm f/1.4, mainly for portraits, dogs, and general shooting both indoors and outdoors. However, I’m worried that the 56mm (~85mm equivalent on my Z50) might be too tight for indoor use in smaller rooms. Would the Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 (~50mm equivalent) be a better option?
Ideally, my go-to lens would be the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S, but it’s too expensive for my budget right now, so I’m looking for a more budget-friendly alternative that still performs well.
I mainly shoot portraits and landscapes for fun—I’m not a professional and don’t make money from photography; it’s just a hobby.
TL;DR – Which budget-friendly prime lens should I get first for my Nikon Z50?
Viltrox 56mm f/1.4 or something else?
Would love to hear your thoughts, especially if you’ve used either of these on a Z50! Thanks in advance.
10:32 UTC
Nikon d610 shot of this Arco
09:35 UTC
What is real?
D750, 25-120mm
09:13 UTC
Does anybody have some experience with the Nikon ZF with a grip together with the Peak Design Capture Plate?
Hi,
I am considering buying the ZF, but I had it in my hands and I think I am gonna need the grip for it. However, especially during hikes, outdoor activities and when travelling I am using the Peak Design Capture Plate on my backpack strap.
Does anybody of you have experience regarding the handling of the Nikon ZF with an additional grip in combination with the Peak Design Capture Plate? I looked for reviews or tests, but could not find good insight.
Thanks.
08:51 UTC
D850 and AF-S 200-500 + TC 1.4
08:43 UTC
Goldfinch | Z9 | 180-600mm
06:17 UTC
Asian Woolly-Necked Stork. Taken with Nikon ZF and 300 MM F4 AF-D Lens.
04:52 UTC
Full recharged Battery dies suddenly. What could be the possible reason?
I charged my battery overnight and when I insert it into camera the battery drains in seconds. Watch video for reference. I clicked around 40-50 photos yesterday without problem and suddenly today this is happening. When I recharge battery a minute and insert it in camera, shows battery full for second and within few seconds it dies.
What could be the reason? Battery or battery connections? Or something else. Would appreciate your help.
04:49 UTC
Car meet: Nikon Z6 with 35mm 1.8 S
I’ve been having tons of fun with my new (to me) first gen Z 6. I’m also very open to feedback or questions. I consider myself a hobbiest who still has a lot to learn about photography so I love hearing suggestions for improvement
03:46 UTC
New camera; debating lenses
Just upgraded to Nikon Z 7II and bought it with the 28-70mm lens. I shoot Aviation and Motorsport so will need a larger lens. My previous camera was a d3200, and I used a 70-300mm. I am thinking about buying either another 70-300mm (tamron) or a 24-400mm (NIKKOR). I am still fairly new to photography and frequently use autofocus. Any advice appreciated, and open to other options.
(Eventually I will buy a dedicated aviation lens 600mm+, but right now I really want a lens that is relatively easy to travel with and still has some power.)
04:09 UTC
You can only keep one.
You can only have one camera and lens it can be any nikon camera and any nikon lens and cost as much or as little as you want you then have to use that camera for whatever you usually use your camera for. What camera and lens are you picking and why?
04:03 UTC
"There is nothing here to photograph"
Every now and then time is too short to bike to the surroundings of the city and I have to use what is rather close. Those trips feel dragging, trying out quite a bit, but few photos work out.
Do you experience this as well? Weather is good enough for a random hike but you are out of ideas, and don't have the time to get to any fancy locations. But there is a desire to take some photos.
Sometimes I get a couple of pics which want to share. Just trying to catch some late-afternoon Sunday mood. A mundane neighborhood in Nuremberg.
Z50 II, 26 mm 2.8, Raw images edited in LrC.
03:54 UTC
Bird photography
I want to start getting into bird photography. Most of my photography is portraits and some street photography. I have a Z8 and a 300PF f4 + 1.4 TC. Should I splurge on the 400mm Z f4.5, or stick to what I have? Thanks!
03:10 UTC
New lens day! 20mm f/1.8g + D810
End of the sunset was something else tonight. Shot on one of my more recent acquisitions. 20mm at f/8. ISO 64. 15 sec shutter.
03:05 UTC
OJ documentary, gear?
Looks like a Nikon lens, and body, helicopter reporter/ news.
02:59 UTC
Nikon 1 users?
Anybody in here shooting on any Nikon 1 systems? What are your thoughts?
I recently picked up a Nikon 1 s1 in red with a 10-30mm lens. Just curious if anyone is still using these outdated mirrorless systems.
02:58 UTC
Best camere bags?
I'm newbie and looking for a camera bag for travel and outdoor trips.
I need something that can:
- Fit a mirrorless camera, three small to medium lenses, and a 15.6-inch laptop
- Hold a tripod securely on the outside
- Budget of around $150-200
I’d appreciate any recommendations and would love to hear what camera bag you’re using. Thanks in advance
02:13 UTC