What Photography Gear Are You Carrying in Your Camera Bag?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

My gear

Camera

Nikon D800 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0076AYNXM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0076AYNXM&linkCode=as2&tag=zhpcom-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0076AYNXM)
Nikon D700 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001BTCSI6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B001BTCSI6)

Lenses

Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VDCTCI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B000VDCTCI)
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VDCT3C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B000VDCT3C)
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JCSV8U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B002JCSV8U)
Nikon 35mm f/1.8G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001S2PPT0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001S2PPT0)
Nikon 50mm f/1.4G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GNBLN0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001GNBLN0)
Nikon 85mm f/1.4G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZSHNE0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B003ZSHNE0)
Nikon 105mm f/2.8G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EOSHGQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000EOSHGQ)


Filters

77mm Tiffen CPL (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004ZCI3/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B00004ZCI3)
58mm Tiffen CPL (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007LA0T/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B00007LA0T)
Lee Filter SW150 kit (http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-4193730-10784043)

Other

Manfrotto 190XPROB (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N7VPRW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000N7VPRW)
Manfrotto 322RC2 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JLK5PK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000JLK5PK)
Nikon MC-36 remote (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BY9CUY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B000BY9CUY)
Sandisk Extreme 16GB (2) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002O3MVYO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B002O3MVYO)
Lowepro Pro Runner 350 AW Camera Bag (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CBLYVG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B000CBLYVG)
Nikon MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Grip (for D700) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VDF5RO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B000VDF5RO)
Nikon MB-D12 Battery Grip (for Nikon D800) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0076UXKDG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0076UXKDG&linkCode=as2&tag=zhpcom-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0076UXKDG)

Post-production

Photoshop Lightroom 4.1 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007BG9VLK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B007BG9VLK&linkCode=as2&tag=zhpcom-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B007BG9VLK)

[M0nk3y]

Complete Noob here:

Base:
Nikon D3100 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZYF3LO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B003ZYF3LO)

Lens:
Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (kit)

Future:
I want to get a Nikon 70-200 in a f-stop <3.5 I need a fast lens for motorsports but I don't have the money to support it :(

[ecrabb]

Uh oh, Marcus... You said you weren't going to get into photography, and now buying and looking at some pretty expensive glass... 85/1.4... Ouch. 70-200/2.8... Double-ouch.

Here's my kit:
Nikon D7000 w/grip (replaced my D300)

Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (everyday lens)
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR
Nikon 105mm f/2.8 AF-D
Nikon 50mm f/1.8G
Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX

Nikon SB-400
Nikon SB-600

I don't shoot sports or wildlife professionally, so I don't need pro tele glass. I'd still love to have a 70-200 f/2.8... I've shot with it a few times, and it's an awesome lens... It's just too damn expensive for casual hobby use, imho. Even an older used 70-200 f/2.8 is double the price of my cheap 70-300, and the fact is that the 70-300 works great if you're not a working pro... Hell, I've shot a couple of air shows with the 70-300, and I got really, really excellent results. I'd have to use a 1.6x TC with the 70-200 to get the same reach as the 70-300, so now we're talking 4-5x the price. I'd rather put the money towards the ZHP. ;)

SC

[gr330zhp]

Fairly new to photography here, I love it though!

My bag, has a Nikon D3100

55mm lens
200mm lens w/shade

:dunno had a lot of fun with it so far

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Steve, tell me about it. I blame Casey for introducing me to prime lenses. The 50mm f/1.4 is a beast. Now I'm spoiled with the fast glass.

And I am in love with this D7000. I think it's a steal at roughly $1200. It's a great DX camera. Very solid. Casey recommended it to me, since I am not looking to turn pro anytime soon (as in never). :biggrin

[ecrabb]

The 85/1.4 is hard to go wrong with... A little spendy, but an awesome lens with lots of creative application - I'd sure like one.

But, the 70-200... What would you mainly use it for?

Yeah, the D7000 is a lot of camera for the money. It's actually pretty amazing to me the quality of gear we all have access to at this point.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Steve, if I EVER got the 70-200 it would be for sports. Think outdoor sports, including San Diego Padres, Chargers, etc.

But I got the 55-200 because it gives me similar focal lengths without me having to spend all that money. I'm checking to see just how often I REALLY shoot that kind of stuff.

And, yep, I agree with you on the cameras we have access to. It's crazy. It's a great time to be alive. :biggrin

[C Withers Media]

Body:
Nikon D700 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001BTCSI6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B001BTCSI6)
Vertical Grip

Lenses:
Nikon 35 1.8 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001S2PPT0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001S2PPT0)
Nikon 50 1.4 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GCVA0U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001GCVA0U)
Tamron 28-75 2.8 (currently for sale $425)
Nikon 80-200 mm (currently for sale at $900) SOLD
*Buy them both for $1200 and I will throw in a Tiffen ND8 filter that fits the Tamron absolutely free.

Lighting
2x Alienbee 800
2x cybersync receivers
1x cybersync trigger

Modifiers:
1x 24" soft box
1x 48" soft box
1x 30* small grid
2x mini dish
1x 40" reflector gold/white
1x homemade beauty dish
1x rainbow gel pack

Accessories:
Various filters, batteries, CF cards, External hard drives, lense cases, gear bags.........



On a side note.... I see a lot of talk about the elusive 70-200 in this thread, however, I would like to say with confidence that the 80-200 rivals that lense in every way at a fraction of the cost. Better build quality, 80% of the focus speed, razor sharp, and rich colors. The high aperture capabilities of this lens are incredible and you can save a large portion of the cost, if you are willing to sacrifice 10mm on the short end of the lense.

[kayger12]

I'll step in as the lone Canon owner...

Camera
Canon EOS 50D with battery grip

Lenses
EF 28-135mm IS f/3.5-5.6 (kit)
EFS 10-22mm IS f/3.5-4.5
EF 50mm f/1.8
EF 70-200mm IS f/2.8L

[Jon D]

And from a non SLR point of view

Olympus PEN E-PL2 micro 4/3rds camera with

M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm f3.5-5.6 II - [28-84 full frame equivalent]

M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 -[80-300 equivalent]

VF 2 Electronic Viewfinder

misc filters/hoods etc.

Want

M.Zuiko Digital ED 75-300mm f4.8-6.7 [150-600 equivalent]

M. Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f2.0 [24 equivalent]

Underwater Housing (PT-EP03)

and at some point will need better flash for land use.. have good underwater flash already.

[wsmeyer]

Another Canon shooter here:

Canon 5DII
24-70 2.8
70-200 2.8 II
580EXII Flash

That's what I ended up with after buying and selling several bodies and a ridiculous number of lenses on eBay.

William.

[e34slt]

Current gear:
Canon 5D2
Canon T2i
Canon 50/1.2L
Leica R 28/2.8
Leica R 90/2AA
Adobe Lightroom + CS4 for processing.
Have owned most of Canon's bodies + lenses at one time or another (up to 300mm).
Like to experiment with alt lenses...and have used Nikon, Zeiss + Leica lenses adapted to Canon bodies.
Favorite camera forums are:
'FredMiranda.com'
'LuminousLandscape.com'
'DigLLoyd.com' *Also a GREAT source of info relating to Macs.

[UdubBadger]

I'm with ya homie...

Body:
Canon 5D MkII
BG-E6 Battery Grip

Canon 40D (FOR SALE OR TRADE FOR A T2i)


Lenses:
Canon 16-35mm 2.8 L
Canon 24-70mm 2.8 L
Canon 50mm 1.4
Canon 70-200mm 2.8 L IS
Canon 1.6xTC

Lighting:
Alienbee B800
Alienbee B400
Norman 200C
Speedlight 430EX
Cybersync transmitter & triggers
2x 250w Tungsten Lighting set (for video)


Modifiers:
32"x40" soft box
10"x36" soft box
30* honeycomb grid
36" reflector
18" reflector
LOTS of umbrellas

Tripods:
Manfrotto Horizontal Grip Action Ball Head
Manfrotto 3-Way Aluminum Photo Video Head
2x Dolca Aluminum Alloy Proline Tripod
JibONE Slider Dolly (video)
Delkin Fat Gecko Dual Suction Cup Mount (car mount)
Filmtools Teenie Weenie Triangulation Kit (car mount)

Cases:
Pelican 1300
Lowepro Stealth Reporter 650AW
Lowepro Flipside 400AW
Tamrac System 6



This list grows by the day it seems...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Scott, thanks for adding that information about favorite camera forums.

I visit two sites quite a bit. They're both Nikon-centric.

http://froknowsphoto.com/

Jared Polin, who lives in PA (about 10 miles west of Trenton, NJ), is an accomplished photographer who operates a very educational and entertaining site.


http://mansurovs.com/

This is an excellent site for photographs, gear review, and education. The site is run by Lola and Nasim Mansurov. It has a very clean layout and it's a joy to navigate.

[UdubBadger]

I'm a member on both FredMiranda.com and Photography-on-the.net (Canon forums).

Also a friend tried starting his own site www.autophotog.com
it didn't pick up much steam though and he got busy. :(

[e34slt]

Scott, thanks for adding that information about favorite camera forums.

I visit two sites quite a bit. They're both Nikon-centric.

http://froknowsphoto.com/


Jared Polin, who lives in PA (about 10 miles west of Trenton, NJ), is an accomplished photographer who operates a very educational and entertaining site.


http://mansurovs.com/

This is an excellent site for photographs, gear review, and education. The site is run by Lola and Nasim Mansurov. It has a very clean layout and it's a joy to navigate.

Nice sites Marcus - thanks! There sure are a lot of photography forums to choose from these days, and a lot of nice gear :-)
PS: FredMiranda.com (FM) has something for everyone...including a Nikon forum that is quite active...and an excellent buy + sell forum.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I'm a member on both FredMiranda.com and Photography-on-the.net (Canon forums).

Also a friend tried starting his own site www.autophotog.com
it didn't pick up much steam though and he got busy. :(

Too bad that forum never worked out. It looks promising.

[UdubBadger]

yeah it was fun for about 6 months but then died.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Really, too bad the entire site didn't work out. It's the kind of site I would have visited.

[UdubBadger]

I think if a few more dedicated pros had been part of the launch it could have been more successful.

[edlvrt]

Nikon D90 with grip
Nikon 50 1.8D
Nikon 24-85 3.5-4.5G
Nikon 80-200D



Body:
.... I see a lot of talk about the elusive 70-200 in this thread, however, I would like to say with confidence that the 80-200 rivals that lense in every way at a fraction of the cost. Better build quality, 80% of the focus speed, razor sharp, and rich colors. The high aperture capabilities of this lens are incredible and you can save a large portion of the cost, if you are willing to sacrifice 10mm on the short end of the lense.

+1

I find that it focuses plenty fast enough on my D90. You can find them used for significantly less than either of the 70-200s, and the lens is lighter and smaller than the 70-200s. I don't have the need for VR as I use the lens with high shutter speeds for sports/daylight shooting. One thing that I will disagree is the comment about better build quality. It is indeed great, but the 70-200s have weather sealing (for what it is worth) and don't have the A/M focus ring that I have heard sometimes breaks.

[UdubBadger]

Not to blow this thread up from it's original purpose... but since there are so many Nikon shooters in there, what made you guys choose Nikon over Canon (or others I suppose)? Was it those clever and witty TV spots Ashton Kutcher does for them?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

For me it had a lot to do with Casey living in San Diego. He is helping me learn photography. He shoots with Nikon. He vouched for Nikon. I didn't see many commercials for Canon or Nikon. I figure they're both excellent companies. Can't go wrong with either. The fact that Casey shoots Nikon was the difference for me.

[UdubBadger]

I've found personal recommendations are usually how it goes for people who take it seriously (or want to at least).

[C Withers Media]

I have and always will say, go with the camera that feels best in your hands. Go to a camera store and touch equipment, navigate menus, and handle the tool. This is a precision tool, if it does not "feel" good in your hands, you will be less likely to use it.

[M0nk3y]

I have and always will say, go with the camera that feels best in your hands. Go to a camera store and touch equipment, navigate menus, and handle the tool. This is a precision tool, if it does not "feel" good in your hands, you will be less likely to use it.

This is what made me go nikon. I couldn't navigate canon easy at all. Nikon felt over simplified for me. For a starting photographer going straight to manual. That's something I needed

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[Gheybe]

Body:
- Canon 5Dmk2

Lenses:
- Canon 50 1.4
- Canon 24-105L 4.0

Waiting for:
- 135L 2.0
- 85L 1.2
- 24-70L 2.8

Other:
- Indislider
- Indirail
- rig
- light painting equipment (homemade and set up)
- filters
- 2 tripods

Want:
- battery grip
- mounted flash or LED ring
- ND filters (graduated)
- Macro glass

[Gheybe]

On me going Canon:
Felt right when I used it.

[Gordo_GT]

I have my super duper 8MP dual flash Droid X lol.

On a more serious note, I hope to have a Nikon or Canon (~$900) in the near future.

[Gheybe]

I have my super duper 8MP dual flash Droid X lol.

On a more serious note, I hope to have a Nikon or Canon (~$900) in the near future.

T3i is perfect in that range.

[C Withers Media]

I have my super duper 8MP dual flash Droid X lol.

On a more serious note, I hope to have a Nikon or Canon (~$900) in the near future.


"The best camera is the one you have with you." - Chase Jarvis

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Body:
- Canon 5Dmk2

Lenses:
- Canon 50 1.4
- Canon 24-105L 4.0

Waiting for:
- 135L 2.0
- 85L 1.2
- 24-70L 2.8

Other:
- Indislider
- Indirail
- rig
- light painting equipment (homemade and set up)
- filters
- 2 tripods

Want:
- battery grip
- mounted flash or LED ring
- ND filters (graduated)
- Macro glass

I'm such a newbie that I actually had to look up a good amount of the stuff in your "other" category, Gabe.

I'm feeling very old school with my bag. :biggrin

[johnrando]

I used to have everything in my bag, now I don't even have a DSLR. :crying Living vicariously through you all.

[az3579]

Canon EOS Rebel T2i

I only have the lens that came with it:
EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

I plan on buying a nicer piece of higher quality glass, hopefully something with decent zoom. I'm starting to post process my pictures with Lightroom 3, and will move some photos up to Photoshop CS5 (have the software, don't use it yet) when I learn how to properly use PS.

Other plans include a bag (no, I don't have one!). I currently throw my camera into my backback along with my other PC-fixing tools. :(
I also want to get a traditional tripod for those shots that just can't take with only my hands...

[UdubBadger]

This is what made me go nikon. I couldn't navigate canon easy at all. Nikon felt over simplified for me. For a starting photographer going straight to manual. That's something I needed

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Thats strange because when I started, Canon felt so much easier to operate than Nikon did. I won't lie that Canon's glass also swayed me a bit.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

BP, I bought a bag through Amazon. It was about $34. It was a knock off of a Canon bag. :biggrin

If you're interested, here is the link. It's great for my gear. I have four lenses and my camera in it. I also carry my iPad in it too. Plenty of room.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002VPE1WK

[az3579]

Nice, thanks Mark. I'll keep that in mind for when I'm ready to buy a bag.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

No problem. Glad to help.

[Gheybe]

BP, I bought a bag through Amazon. It was about $34. It was a knock off of a Canon bag. :biggrin

If you're interested, here is the link. It's great for my gear. I have four lenses and my camera in it. I also carry my iPad in it too. Plenty of room.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002VPE1WK

That's the bag I have. But I have the actual Canon one. Probably the same exact thing lol.

[C Withers Media]

I too have the Canon bag and it is the exact same bag without the branding... I actually prefer the Canon bag because I like to keep the wolf dressed in a sheeps clothing. :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

That's the bag I have. But I have the actual Canon one. Probably the same exact thing lol.

Yep. About $5 cheaper without the Canon branding. Exact same bag. With or without the Canon name on it, it's a nice and useful bag.

[Gheybe]

I'm glad I got rid of the other one. It was one of those that crosses your chest and goes over the shoulder ones. SO freaking annoying.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Yes. The one that we have now is a backpack. I just throw it on one of my shoulders and off I go.

Anyhow, getting back on topic, I ordered my 85mm f/1.4 lens. Really looking forward to shooting portraits with it.

[C Withers Media]

I ordered my 85mm f/1.4 lens. Really looking forward to shooting portraits with it.

Nice pickup.

I just added : Custom ankle/hip harness.

[billschusteriv]

Camera

Canon Powershot S2 IS (5.0MP digital camera, non-DSLR)

Accessories

Canon Pixma IP90 Printer
Backpack Camera Bag

Tripods/Mounts
Tripod
Gorillapod
Panavise 809 Suction cup mount

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Just got my Nikon 85mm f/1.4G lens. Can't wait to shoot with this.

My shots may suck but the cream machine will at least make my backgrounds melt. Woot woot.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Follow up: just put the new lens on my camera body. Wow. This thing has some heft. This is no wimpy lens.

Thanks to Casey in particular for recommending this lens to me.

[wsmeyer]

If it's anything like Canon's 85mm 1.2 you're going to love it.

Let's see some pics!

William.

[wsmeyer]

Roger’s Take: They say the main reason Santa is so jolly is because he knows where all the bad girls live. I’m so jolly because I know where all the good lenses live. I’ve been limited to shooting with this around the shop but have had my hands on it enough to make some pretty strong initial impressions (I’m not one to let a lack of knowledge keep me from having a strong opinion). This one is a home run! That’s it. Get it. Buy it or rent it, but get it.

Its autofocus is quick, its sharp corner to corner by f/2.8 and nearly so wide open. It has almost no distortion. Its flare resistant, and it has little aberration, it doesn’t have focus shift, it really is just about perfect. If you look at my review of the old Nikon 85 f/1.4 D I said that lens was badly in need of a makeover. It got it. This one is just about perfect.

It's not often that Roger get's that excited about lenses.

src: http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/nikon/lenses/normal-range/nikon-85mm-f1.4g-af-s

William.

[C Withers Media]

That is one thing I really like about Mark. He understands the value of good glass, he doesn't cut corners and he isn't trying to jump the shark with a bunch of unnecessary garbage. He is like John Stockton. Not as flashy as Magic Johnson at point guard, but so fundamentally sound that he was unstoppable. He is going to be as good at dribbling with his left as he is with his right. Definitely not terminal. Good pick up Mark. Me, well.....I'll stick to the same old crappy lenses I have been using, it ain't the shoes that make you a playa.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

William, thanks for the link. If Roger's happy, I'm happy. :biggrin

[Marcus-SanDiego]

That is one thing I really like about Mark. He understands the value of good glass, he doesn't cut corners and he isn't trying to jump the shark with a bunch of unnecessary garbage. He is like John Stockton. Not as flashy as Magic Johnson at point guard, but so fundamentally sound that he was unstoppable. He is going to be as good at dribbling with his left as he is with his right. Definitely not terminal. Good pick up Mark. Me, well.....I'll stick to the same old crappy lenses I have been using, it ain't the shoes that make you a playa.

Thanks, Casey.

I'm lucky that you pointed me in the right direction early. Not a lot of wasted (or bad) purchases in my bag.

As for the fundamentals, that's me. There is simply no way that I can get to where I want to get without knowing the essentials. It all starts with the fundamentals. I figure when I master those, then I can start playing around with more advanced techniques.

Look at some of the photographers in this thread. I guarantee each and everyone of them got really good at the basics before they started trying crazy stuff.

I can point to William's picture of the pier. That's a thing of beauty to me. Great eye.

And Neil, man. He's knocking it out of the park with the rig shots. Bet he didn't start using a rig, though, until he was technically sound with everyday pictures.

Casey, I know about your Coke can (and how many shots of that can you've taken). Enough said.

Safe to say that I won't be shooting sky hooks and doing dunks until I learn how to shoot free throws.

Just pleased that I've got a lot of very good examples to follow right here on this forum.

[wsmeyer]

That is one thing I really like about Mark. He understands the value of good glass, he doesn't cut corners and he isn't trying to jump the shark with a bunch of unnecessary garbage. He is like John Stockton. Not as flashy as Magic Johnson at point guard, but so fundamentally sound that he was unstoppable. He is going to be as good at dribbling with his left as he is with his right. Definitely not terminal. Good pick up Mark. Me, well.....I'll stick to the same old crappy lenses I have been using, it ain't the shoes that make you a playa.

Does that mean I can't unload my Fong Dong on him?

Crap...

William.

[wsmeyer]

Photography porn:

1973

William.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

William, no, you cannot unload the Fong. hehe.

[y0aimee_]

Nikon D60
Nikon 18-55mm f3.5- 5.6
Nikon 35mm f1.8
Nikon SB600

[C Withers Media]

Nikon D60
Nikon 18-55mm f3.5- 5.6
Nikon 35mm f1.8
Nikon SB600

Welcome yoAimee, great to see one of San Diego's rising stars making our acquaintance.


Meeza Bejebo.

[UdubBadger]

Just picked up my T2i (replacing my backup 40D). Very nice... I'm excited to use it more for 24fps video!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Congrats, Seth. Looking forward to seeing more pictures.

[Gheybe]

Just picked up my T2i (replacing my backup 40D). Very nice... I'm excited to use it more for 24fps video!

The video with that camera is flawless.
That camera is flawless. I still miss mine.

[UdubBadger]

yeah it easily rivals the video on my 5Dmkii only because of the 24fps mode. I don't like the crop factor on my L lenses cuz it throws me off (my nifty fifty 1.4 is now a nifty 85 1.4) but I'm sure it'll do.

[wsmeyer]

yeah it easily rivals the video on my 5Dmkii only because of the 24fps mode. I don't like the crop factor on my L lenses cuz it throws me off (my nifty fifty 1.4 is now a nifty 85 1.4) but I'm sure it'll do.

You've got the firmware on your 5DII for 24fps right?

Also wondering if you've ever played around with the Magic Lantern Firmware:

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki

William.

[e34slt]

Just picked up my T2i (replacing my backup 40D). Very nice... I'm excited to use it more for 24fps video!

I'm using a T2i as my primary camera while in Lima Peru...as I prefer to use a relatively low-profile, low-cost rig when traveling light and in questionable areas (from a security viewpoint). Coupled with the 50/1.2L...it's my go-to, walkaround, 'point + shoot'. I believe that the T2i,T3i, and 7D have pretty much the same sensor (of course, the sensor is only part of the entire image system)...and it's really not bad. Not quite up there with the 5D2 and 1-series bodies...but really respectable - especially considering the price point. With good technique and good glass...I'm getting some really nice results. With the 50L and taking the crop factor into effect, it's like using a 80mm focal length, which is great for portraits. I am very happy with the portraits and street shots that I'm taking. I'm also getting excellent results with the T2i on a tripod using an adapted Leica-R 28/2.8 for interior shots and stitched interior panos (I'm helping a friend with fotos of their rental apartments). No extra pano gear needed...just a ballhead that rotates.
Did I mention that the T2i/50L was a nice combo for portraits? :-) :-)
IMHO, It's almost in the same league (for casual use) as a 5D2/1DS3 coupled with an 85L.
Try it - you'll like it. Cheers,
Scott

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Scott, we need to see some of your pictures!

[MafiaAmor]

I have a D3100 but i am still learning how to use it. I want something better. I heard a lot about the D7000, I think I should learn the basics of the 3100 before moving up. You guys have some really nice equipment.

[Gheybe]

You've got the firmware on your 5DII for 24fps right?

Also wondering if you've ever played around with the Magic Lantern Firmware:

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Magic_Lantern_Firmware_Wiki

William.

This is relevant to my interests.

I just got mine right now. Do I need that?

[wsmeyer]

This is relevant to my interests.

I just got mine right now. Do I need that?

The 24fps was added with firmware 2.03. It's up to 2.09 now so if you just bought your camera it should already be on there. If not you can DL from canon's website.

The Magic Lantern firmware is a 3rd party hacked firmware that adds very powerful video features. I know that sounds scary but it does NOT flash the firmware to the camera. It is stored on the CF card and somehow tricks the camera into loading it from there instead of the camera on startup.

Check out the focus control feature:

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Focus

I'm uber noobie at video on the 5DII. The image quality of the video's I have taken with it are amazing but I'm just not really good at the manual focusing part.

I recently bought one of these:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/677008-REG/LCD_Viewfinder_LCDVF_LCDVF_Digital_SLR_Viewfinder. html

and it does make it much easier.

William.

[Gheybe]

The 24fps was added with firmware 2.03. It's up to 2.09 now so if you just bought your camera it should already be on there. If not you can DL from canon's website.

The Magic Lantern firmware is a 3rd party hacked firmware that adds very powerful video features. I know that sounds scary but it does NOT flash the firmware to the camera. It is stored on the CF card and somehow tricks the camera into loading it from there instead of the camera on startup.

Check out the focus control feature:

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Focus

I'm uber noobie at video on the 5DII. The image quality of the video's I have taken with it are amazing but I'm just not really good at the manual focusing part.

I recently bought one of these:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/677008-REG/LCD_Viewfinder_LCDVF_LCDVF_Digital_SLR_Viewfinder. html

and it does make it much easier.

William.

I just checked. I knew I had 2.09, but I checked anyways and yes, I have it.

I just opened up the link you gave me. I'm gonna read up on that and make sure I like it before I download it.

Thanks.

[UdubBadger]

The 24fps was added with firmware 2.03. It's up to 2.09 now so if you just bought your camera it should already be on there. If not you can DL from canon's website.

The Magic Lantern firmware is a 3rd party hacked firmware that adds very powerful video features. I know that sounds scary but it does NOT flash the firmware to the camera. It is stored on the CF card and somehow tricks the camera into loading it from there instead of the camera on startup.

Check out the focus control feature:

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Focus

I'm uber noobie at video on the 5DII. The image quality of the video's I have taken with it are amazing but I'm just not really good at the manual focusing part.

I recently bought one of these:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/677008-REG/LCD_Viewfinder_LCDVF_LCDVF_Digital_SLR_Viewfinder. html

and it does make it much easier.

William.

wow had no idea... i should do that.

[wsmeyer]

This is interesting:

http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/15/canon-plans-hollywood-event-ready-to-roll-out-the-red-carpet-on/

Considering it's in Hollywood makes me think some sort of pro video gear, but what?

William.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Returning the 55-200mm lens ($187). After a month of shooting with my camera, I realize that I won't have much use for this lens.

[C Withers Media]

Returning the 55-200mm lens ($187). After a month of shooting with my camera, I realize that I won't have much use for this lens.

Your arsenal is too heavy to be worrying about a lense like that, I am sure you notice the significant difference in the quality of glass. NOT surprised by this move at all.

[dinanm3atl]

Grip'd 40D
Grip'd 40D
Canon 17-40 f4L
Canon 70-200 f/2.8L IS
Canon 400 f/5.6L
Canon 50 f/1.8
Canon 100 f/2.8 Macro
Tokina 12-24 f/4

Bag is filled with batteries, filters, cleaning supplies and the like. I have to be fully functional from the side of the track so my bag is huge and I carry a lot of stuff.

[wsmeyer]

Returning the 55-200mm lens ($187). After a month of shooting with my camera, I realize that I won't have much use for this lens.

Was it the focal length or the lens itself you didn't like?

William.


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I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=33.855562,-118.398153

[Marcus-SanDiego]

The focal length. Just not using it.

Also, does anyone think I'm making a mistake? Should I keep this in my bag just in case?

[kayger12]

I think it's a good decision.

For most of the photography you'll do, you make up for the lack of a >200mm by simply getting closer to your subject.

I didn't get a 200 until the need justified the purchase, which in my case was my daughter's gymnastics (distance and typically low light).

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[C Withers Media]

I think it's a good decision.

For most of the photography you'll do, you make up for the lack of a >200mm by simply getting closer to your subject.

I didn't get a 200 until the need justified the purchase, which in my case was my daughter's gymnastics (distance and typically low light).

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

THis.^

Plus, the 55-200 doesn't even give you the benefits of low light capability.

[dinanm3atl]

The focal length. Just not using it.

Also, does anyone think I'm making a mistake? Should I keep this in my bag just in case?


If you don't need the reach no reason to have it. My bag has gotten longer and longer because it is simply what I am shooting. Sounds like you have made the right decision.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

True on the low-light performance. But I have only used the lens once. And that was because you invited me to a soccer game, CW. Otherwise, I would not have used it at all.

My main reason is for non use.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

If you don't need the reach no reason to have it. My bag has gotten longer and longer because it is simply what I am shooting. Sounds like you have made the right decision.

Halston, of course, I have not even been shooting for a month. So, what the heck do I know?? Haha.

Still, if I ever do get the bug to shoot at longer lengths, I know I can buy a lens.

Thanks, guys.

[wsmeyer]

You guys got me curious so I used Exif Stats to analyze the useage of my two lenses over the last three months:

Stats for Lens...
-----------------------------------
24.0 - 70.0mm, Count: 1021
70.0 - 200.0mm, Count: 769

Stats for ISO...
-----------------------------------
100, Count: 797
200, Count: 169
400, Count: 382
800, Count: 171
1600, Count: 97
3200, Count: 173
6400, Count: 165

It gives a readout of focal lengths as well but there's too many to be useful. It would be nice if there was a tool that would group them.

http://www.thezeal.com/blog/exif-stats/

William.

[danewilson77]

Pulling string today. Heading over to to Ritz camera here in town after football game. :danehappy

Will it be NIKON? Canon? Or something entirely different.

This post is a teaser, a bump, and a placeholder for my goods.

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[C Withers Media]

Ever notice how only Canon guys care that you get a Canon? Enjoy your purchase Dane!

[Ryans323i]

Here's the list.

Here's our equipment:
His:
Canon Rebel XT 6.3MP
Canon EFS 18-55mm (The one that came on the camera)
Canon zoom lens EF 100-400mm 1:4.5-5.6 L IS ultrasonic
Sigma 150mm 1:2.8 APO MACRO DG HSM
And an assortment of filters, including polarizing, that will fit the 18-55mm lens.

Her's/mine:
Nikon Coolpix p90 12.0MP
Olumpus Tough TG610 14.0MP

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm142/aprilsmom04/photo2-2.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm142/aprilsmom04/photo.jpg

[danewilson77]

Ever notice how only Canon guys care that you get a Canon? Enjoy your purchase Dane!

I did notice that. While others care that I get a camera that fits me...lol. I do appreciate everyone's advice.

I Spose I will be a bit loyal once I get, what I get.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good luck finding the right camera, DW.

Canon or Nikon, you really can't go wrong. Both solid.

[danewilson77]

Good luck finding the right camera, DW.

Canon or Nikon, you really can't go wrong. Both solid.

Will do. Thanks Buoss.

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[danewilson77]

Done.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG0811.jpg

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[C Withers Media]

Dane, now all you need is a Canon bag to keep that wolf dressed in a sheep's clothing.

[Ryans323i]

Nice purchase Dane. Ready, set, shoot!

[danewilson77]

Dane, now all you need is a Canon bag to keep that wolf dressed in a sheep's clothing.

Lol....

Went w/ D5100, kit lens ($50), and a AF-S VR zoom Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G IF ED lens. It was the best glass they had. Tripod, bag, and 32Gb fast card.

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[M0nk3y]

Nice Dane!

Still contemplating on pulling the trigger on a Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G

[C Withers Media]

Nice Dane!

Still contemplating on pulling the trigger on a Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G

No brainer....Do it. One of my favorite lenses. Neil also recommends it among countless others. Very versatile.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Nice Dane!

Still contemplating on pulling the trigger on a Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G

I have it. Do it. Ridiculously priced (meaning a screaming bargain at $200).

Dane, congrats on the new camera and gear.

[danewilson77]

Thanks fellas. Batteries are charging.

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[Alphatek45]

Nice purchase. Looking forward to your images.

[kayger12]

Congrats, DW.

Welcome to your next obsession.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[wsmeyer]

I'd HIGHLY recommend Lightroom for postprocessing and organizing, but would be interested in what others are using.

William.

[C Withers Media]

Congrats, DW.

Welcome to your next obsession.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

hahaha. I can already hear it 2 weeks from now. No Dane, you do not need to change the vanos on your camera.


I'd HIGHLY recommend Lightroom for postprocessing and organizing, but would be interested in what others are using.

William.

I would never disagree with that. I use CS5.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I'd HIGHLY recommend Lightroom for postprocessing and organizing, but would be interested in what others are using.

William.

I use Lightroom. Really like it. I am a member of lynda.com. Did the 13-hour tutorial for Lightroom. Well worth the time to go through it.

[wsmeyer]

I use Lightroom. Really like it. I am a member of lynda.com. Did the 13-hour tutorial for Lightroom. Well worth the time to go through it.

There's definitely a learning curve and for a few years I just stuck to Canon's software but once I made the jump I've never looked back.


I'm now shooting exclusively in RAW and AWB and converting to DNG on import. I've also limited my camera to native ISO's; 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 and then created default sharpening and noise reduction settings that are applied automatically on import to the different ISO's. I've tweaked them enough over time that most pictures don't get any additional PP.

William.

[danewilson77]

I have it. Do it. Ridiculously priced (meaning a screaming bargain at $200).

Dane, congrats on the new camera and gear.

Where is this bargain Marcus?

How much and where do I download lightroom?

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[M0nk3y]

Where is this bargain Marcus?

How much and where do I download lightroom?

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Dane that lens is regular price

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[danewilson77]

Dane that lens is regular price

Sent from my DROID X2 using Tapatalk

Ok...so prettyuch anywhere its $200 or <. Got it.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

I got lightroom at amazon. $149.

Could not download. Had to get disk. At that price I could not complain.


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[M0nk3y]

Ok...so prettyuch anywhere its $200 or <. Got it.

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Yes sir. Im pretty sure 190 was the lowest I saw...but it was from a shady site

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[Alphatek45]

I got lightroom at amazon. $149.

Could not download. Had to get disk. At that price I could not complain.


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How? Student discount?
It's 299.00 everywhere I look.

[wsmeyer]

How much and where do I download lightroom?HTC Thunderbolt+TT

You can download a trial from Adobe:

https://www.adobe.com/cfusion/tdrc/index.cfm?product=photoshop_lightroom

It's good for 30 days and when you buy a copy you just enter in the SN - no need to re-install.

William.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

William, how does that work? I'd download from adobe and then, in the meantime, buy from amazon at half price? Then I'd use the key I get from amazon?


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[Hermes]

No Dane, you do not need to change the vanos on your camera.

hahahahaha...

[wsmeyer]

William, how does that work? I'd download from adobe and then, in the meantime, buy from amazon at half price? Then I'd use the key I get from amazon?

Yup, simple as that. Every time you open it it will as you to enter a serial number or click "continue trial". After the 30 days the continue button disappears.


William.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Damn. Good information. Thanks, sir.


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[danewilson77]

Thanks guys for the info on Lightroom, and the lense.

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[danewilson77]

Yes sir. Im pretty sure 190 was the lowest I saw...but it was from a shady site

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Why is it $139.50 here?

http://www.electronic-supercenter.com/products.php?product=Nikon-35mm-f%7B47%7D1.8G-AF%252dS-DX-Lens-for-Nikon-Digital-SLR-Cameras-%252d%252d-3JXOO001F2CCG001%0D%0A

Looks a bit shady though. It won't even let me attempt to buy it.

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[wsmeyer]

Why is it $139.50 here?

http://www.electronic-supercenter.com/products.php?product=Nikon-35mm-f%7B47%7D1.8G-AF%252dS-DX-Lens-for-Nikon-Digital-SLR-Cameras-%252d%252d-3JXOO001F2CCG001%0D%0A

Looks a bit shady though. It won't even let me attempt to buy it.

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their home page returns a server error:

http://www.electronic-supercenter.com/

William.

[danewilson77]

their home page returns a server error:

http://www.electronic-supercenter.com/

William.

Yup. Saw it.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

No idea. But when I see it that cheap I immediately think refurb or gray market.

[danewilson77]

No idea. But when I see it that cheap I immediately think refurb or gray market.

Ok. Got it. I'm looking for one of these as well....on recommendation.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Amazon is selling them for $198. No tax and no shipping charge if you have Prime.

[neil1138]

Body:
Nikon D90

Lenses:
Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G
Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D
Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6

Filters:
B+W 77mm ND 1.8
B+W 77mm Kaesemann CPL
Nikon 77mm NC

Lighting:
Nikon SB-24 Speedlight
2x Pocket Wizard Plus IIs

Tripod/Support:
Manfrotto 190CX3 tripod
Manfrotto 486RC2 ballhead
Manfrotto 5001B light stand
5x Avenger F1000s
7x Manfrotto Superclamps
Automotive Rig+

Other:
Nikon ML-L3 remote
Pocket Wizard shutter release
2x Sandisk Ultra II 8GB

[danewilson77]

Amazon is selling them for $198. No tax and no shipping charge if you have Prime.

I do have prime. Word.

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[johnrando]

I have lightroom, need to learn how to use it. Nice that they have "filters" for easy mods of P&S pics.

[Alphatek45]

I have lightroom, need to learn how to use it. Nice that they have "filters" for easy mods of P&S pics.

Lynda.com

Problem solved.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Lynda.com

Problem solved.

Agree. Lightroom tutorial is outstanding.

[wsmeyer]

Just got an email from B&H, Lightroom $149 through Oct 4th

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/AD125794/Ntt/AD125794/N/0

William.

[M0nk3y]

Just got an email from B&H, Lightroom $149 through Oct 4th

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/AD125794/Ntt/AD125794/N/0

William.


So tempting...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good deal. I got mine through Amazon.com when it was $149. It's now $210 there.

[Alphatek45]

Just got an email from B&H, Lightroom $149 through Oct 4th

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/AD125794/Ntt/AD125794/N/0

William.

Thank you sir.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Adam, after that you can then head to lynda.com and do the tutorial.

[Alphatek45]

Adam, after that you can then head to lynda.com and do the tutorial.

I'm 7hrs in. Been using the LR3 Demo :) Just placed my order. Picked up a Gray Card too.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Cool. The best part of the tutorial is about 9 hours in.

[UdubBadger]

Add this to the roster...

http://images.instagram.com/media/2011/10/12/2237f1cd91d949cdb01bb192b248ce14_7.jpg

[Marcus-SanDiego]

FYI, Adobe Lightroom 3 is on sale again at Amazon.com. $149.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003739DVY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399369&creativeASIN=B003739DVY

[UdubBadger]

nice find.... whoever is getting a DSLR needs a copy of this!

[danewilson77]

nice find.... whoever is getting a DSLR needs a copy of this!

Concur.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

nice find.... whoever is getting a DSLR needs a copy of this!

Definitely. It's a great program. I use it every day.

[Smilez]

My kit:
Nikon D60

Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (everyday lens)
Nikon 50mm f/1.8
Nikon 105mm f/2.8 AF-D
Nikon 50mm f/1.8G

Nikon SB-600
(softbox/tripod)

[jreyes19]

It is now official as of today I am a proud owner of a
Nikon D5100
18-55mm

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/d5100/DSC_0096.jpg

[danewilson77]

We got the same camera.

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[jreyes19]

oh really!?
I love all the pictures you have been taking :drool
you guys are going to have to mentor me lol

or you guys should start a photography for beginners, or just for those willing to learn Thread
between all of you guys here there is a vast knowledge not just in cars but many other things like photography

[johnrando]

Me too! D5100, with an 18-55 and a 55-300 as of this afternoon. Not that I'm excited about the kit lens, but at least it's a start.

[jreyes19]

Lol thats great, me too (bought it on my lunch break :) )
how is the 55-300mm lens ?
i am looking to buy the 70-300mm, since mine came with only the 18-55mm lens (which works just fine for me at the moment, everyday use kind of thing)

[johnrando]

Lol thats great, me too (bought it on my lunch break :) )
how is the 55-300mm lens ?
i am looking to buy the 70-300mm, since mine came with only the 18-55mm lens (which works just fine for me at the moment, everyday use kind of thing)

I'll let you know after this weekend, I haven't had a chance to use it yet. Frankly, I'd rather have an F2 or below lens, so these big lenses don't necessarily do it for me, but Nikon glass is good so I hoping it will be fine. I really kinda view it as a stop gap, and an easy way to get those long shots of the kids activities that I hadn't been able to get.

[jreyes19]

Lol i am sure you will love it, post pictures you take with that lens and a review too :)

[C Withers Media]

oh really!?
I love all the pictures you have been taking :drool
you guys are going to have to mentor me lol

or you guys should start a photography for beginners, or just for those willing to learn Thread
between all of you guys here there is a vast knowledge not just in cars but many other things like photography

A new thread is not necessary. All that does is dilute the talent pool. You want to be in here with everybody else, take some spankings, absorb the info, and get back out there and make adjustments.

[UdubBadger]

A new thread is not necessary. All that does is dilute the talent pool. You want to be in here with everybody else, take some spankings, absorb the info, and get back out there and make adjustments.

This.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

A new thread is not necessary. All that does is dilute the talent pool. You want to be in here with everybody else, take some spankings, absorb the info, and get back out there and make adjustments.

Yep. That's what I did and continue to do. Josh, just post your material in the common threads. Take the good and the bad; learn from it; come back stronger. Everyone is courteous here, so the comments are always constructive.

[imola red zhp]

Just got my Canon Rebel T2i 18-55mm kit lens
Hoya 58mm HMC UV filter
50mm f1.8
Tiffen 52 mm UV filter

[danewilson77]

^Congrats!!!!!

[imola red zhp]

^^Thanks Dane hope to contribute soon and start taking photo shots like you all....

[danewilson77]

In for pics. Be selective in what you post. Take your time. Stick with the basics. I am trying to abide by these.

[imola red zhp]

Yes I will try to abide by the basics, charging battery now and reading manual first then watch CD "baby steps"

[UdubBadger]

In for pics. Be selective in what you post. Take your time. Stick with the basics. I am trying to abide by these.

Good advice

[MafiaAmor]

I recently sold all my Nikons....I'm not a very big fan of Nikon shots and the way there cameras handle and the AF on majority of them is awful, plus I'm not the person to use AF in majority of pictures.


I have a Canon Rebel EOS XT 350D, that's just my play cam with the 18-55mm.

I recently bought the Canon EOS Rebel T3i 600D, I love the camera, great quality. It came with the 18-55mm.

Lenses:

EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

I use a SunPak Tripod with the 3 beam balancers and pistol grip.

My next purchases:
Camera:
EOS-1D Mark IV
Lens:
EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM


Collecting little by little.

[danewilson77]

I recently sold all my Nikons....I'm not a very big fan of Nikon shots and the way there cameras handle and the AF on majority of them is awful, plus I'm not the person to use AF in majority of pictures.


I have a Canon Rebel EOS XT 350D, that's just my play cam with the 18-55mm.

I recently bought the Canon EOS Rebel T3i 600D, I love the camera, great quality. It came with the 18-55mm.

Lenses:

EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye
EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

I use a SunPak Tripod with the 3 beam balancers and pistol grip.

My next purchases:
Camera:
EOS-1D Mark IV
Lens:
EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM


Collecting little by little.

Looking forward to seeing some of your work in the photgraphy subforum.....

[UdubBadger]

hahaha

1DmkIV from a Rebel XT... BIG JUMP. :)

[C Withers Media]

Forget what gear I carry, after this last weekend I just have to say Mark and Albert panned out to be invaluable. I got the whole team on my back.

"It's already in motion. You can't stop it now." - Sent using Tapatalk

[MafiaAmor]

Looking forward to seeing some of your work in the photgraphy subforum.....


Didn't know there were a photography forum, but well I'm on Deviantart.com if any of your guys are let me know I'll find ya.

I also will be more than happy to aid in photoshopping, been doing it for years and years now.(yes I used to be the 13 year old fat kid staring at photoshop day and night, past is past lol.)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

If anyone has been looking for the Nikon 400mm f/2.8 to get reasonably priced, this might be the time to pounce. Normally $10,700. Now "just" $8,999.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VDF5JC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000VDF5JC

[kpro]

Looking at the D5100...wondering which lens or lenses I should get with it, can you guys shoot me a recommendation?

[danewilson77]

Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VDCT3C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B000VDCT3C)
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JCSV8U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B002JCSV8U)
Nikon 50mm f/1.4G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GNBLN0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001GNBLN0)

***Copied and pasted from Bosses post on page 1. Should get you started.

[johnrando]

I got the D5100 with two kit lenses - 8-55mm 3.5 - 5.6, and a 55-300mm 4.5 - 5.6. Added to that are my existing Nikon lenses that work with the camera, but are not AF compatible:

24mm macro
28mm 2.8
35-70mm 3.3 - 4.5 (kit)
28-105mm 3.5 - 4.5
70-210mm 4 - 5.6

A 50mm 1.4 would be nice.

[wsmeyer]

I got the D5100 with two kit lenses - 8-55mm 3.5 - 5.6, and a 55-300mm 1.4 - 5.6. Added to that are my existing Nikon lenses that work with the camera, but are not AF compatible:

24mm macro
28mm 2.8
35-70mm 3.3 - 4.5 (kit)
28-105mm 3.5 - 4.5
70-210mm 4 - 5.6

A 50mm 1.4 would be nice.


Nice setup but "55-300mm 1.4 - 5.6" - is that a typo?

William.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

And the 50mm is not that expensive. It's a great lens that I use all the time.

Nikon 50mm f/1.4G (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GNBLN0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B001GNBLN0)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Nice setup but "55-300mm 1.4 - 5.6" - is that a typo?

William.

I don't believe there is a f1/4.

[wsmeyer]

I don't believe there is a f1/4.

We can dream can't we?

[johnrando]

Typo. Fixed original post.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

We can dream can't we?

:like

[Hermes]

So recently my cousin was cleaning out his house and gave me his dad's old camera. Cannonette QL17

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/other%20stuff/ql17.jpg

[Sockethead]

I got the D5100 with two kit lenses - 8-55mm 3.5 - 5.6, and a 55-300mm 4.5 - 5.6. Added to that are my existing Nikon lenses that work with the camera, but are not AF compatible:

24mm macro
28mm 2.8
35-70mm 3.3 - 4.5 (kit)
28-105mm 3.5 - 4.5
70-210mm 4 - 5.6

A 50mm 1.4 would be nice.
Do you know if the focusing motor is in the camera body or the lens of the D5100?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Do you know if the focusing motor is in the camera body or the lens of the D5100?

The D5100 requires an AF-S lens. The motor is in the lens, not the body. Otherwise, you will have to manually focus.

[Sockethead]

The D5100 requires an AF-S lens. The motor is in the lens, not the body. Otherwise, you will have to manually focus.
Ok thanks... Kris is thinking of getting the D5100 and I want to make sure she can use my lens from D3100...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Are you guys familiar with the ZHPMafia.com store at Amazon.com?

http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20?_encoding=UTF8&node=41

[kpro]

^ was not aware. I will pick up lightroom and that 50mm lens you guys recommended above from the link Marcus. I just dont want a VR lens with my camera...I don't know why that is soooooo hard to find. I also have no idea which lens' are what and what the numbers mean. I think I need to learn more before I pull the trigger on any of the package deals. My canon rebel I used to have was easy and I had 2 lens' for it, I put one on for far away shots and the other for portrait type things...as you see I have lots of learning to do. I also have nothing but time the rest of this month :)

Since the D5100 is DX format do you think that I should get this http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20/detail/B001S2PPT0 or should I get this for the FX format that I will have to manually focus? http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20/detail/B001GCVA0U

Thanks for the help guys :)

*edit again* I bought the damn camera through the link and the 50mm lens, a remote. Tried to buy lightroom but the price jacks up when you add it to the cart so I will wait on that. I should have my camera Monday :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Kristen, the 50mm lens has a built in motor (for focusing), so you won't have to manually focus regardless of which body you got. Ditto the 35mm lens that you provided a link for. Both are AF-S lenses.

Just remember this: your D5100 does not have an autofocus motor built into the body. That means you'll need to find lenses that have the motor instead. Otherwise, you will have to manually focus. You're looking for Nikon lenses that have the AF-S.

Regarding FX v. DX lenses, don't let that confuse you. I use the 50mm f/1.4 lens on my full frame camera. I also use the 35mm f/1.8 DX lens on my full frame camera. They both work. However, the 35mm f/1.8 lens was optimized and designed for cropped sensor cameras (like the D3100, D5100, etc.). When I use it on the full frame body, I get some vignetting, which means I end up cropping my pictures. It's not so bad when I am shooting close (and wide open), though. When I stop down, that's when the vignetting is more pronounced (stopping down means that I am making the aperture smaller).

As for the 50mm lens on your cropped sensor body, it just means that, instead of getting a 50mm angle of view when you shoot, you're getting 75mm. (That's because the crop factor is 1.5 times the focal length of the lens. Therefore, 50mm x 1.5 = 75mm.) Same goes for the 35mm lens. Your effective angle of view is 52mm (35 x 1.5 = 52mm).

In the end, both lenses work for you on your body.

Good acquisitions for you. You're going to enjoy the 50mm lens (and its ability to shoot at f/1.4).

[kpro]

Thanks for the explanation Mark. I figured if I didn't like the 50mm there is a pretty healthy market for those used and I could always get the 35mm on the cheap. Amazon must have thought I was nuts, they called me this morning to make sure I made the purchase, lol. I can't wait :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Kristen, do what I've done. Read everything you can about photography. Read your manuals when you get them. Understand your gear and your hobby inside and out. You'll maximize what you own that way.

[Sockethead]

I have a Nikon 300mm zoom lens that was originally for 35mm but works great on my 3100... I also have the the 18-55mm and the 55-200mm VR lens and two close up adapters. between all of that we should be pretty well setup... a speed light is the only other thing I can think of right now that we could use.
You should get a UV filter or something like that to protect the lens though....

[Marcus-SanDiego]

:like

[M0nk3y]

Figured id update my small bag

Nikon D3100
18-55mm VR f/3.5-5.6
55-200mm VR f/4-5.6

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[johnrando]

Are you guys familiar with the ZHPMafia.com store at Amazon.com?

http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20?_encoding=UTF8&node=41

I wasn't aware. So, how does this work kinda, meaning, where does the gear come from? Do you get credit, is the mafia officially a "reseller"?

[johnrando]

^ was not aware. I will pick up lightroom and that 50mm lens you guys recommended above from the link Marcus. I just dont want a VR lens with my camera...I don't know why that is soooooo hard to find. I also have no idea which lens' are what and what the numbers mean. I think I need to learn more before I pull the trigger on any of the package deals. My canon rebel I used to have was easy and I had 2 lens' for it, I put one on for far away shots and the other for portrait type things...as you see I have lots of learning to do. I also have nothing but time the rest of this month :)

Since the D5100 is DX format do you think that I should get this http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20/detail/B001S2PPT0 or should I get this for the FX format that I will have to manually focus? http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20/detail/B001GCVA0U

Thanks for the help guys :)

*edit again* I bought the damn camera through the link and the 50mm lens, a remote. Tried to buy lightroom but the price jacks up when you add it to the cart so I will wait on that. I should have my camera Monday :)

Kris, what's the issue with a VR lens, as on mine you can just turn the VR off or on?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I wasn't aware. So, how does this work kinda, meaning, where does the gear come from? Do you get credit, is the mafia officially a "reseller"?

It's a Amazon.com store. All Amazon products. It's the same affiliate arrangement. The only thing is that it's a ZHP Mafia store housed inside of Amazon.com. We are not a reseller. Amazon.com does everything. We still get a commission if you buy through the ZHP Mafia store.

[johnrando]

It's a Amazon.com store. All Amazon products. It's the same affiliate arrangement. The only thing is that it's a ZHP Mafia store housed inside of Amazon.com. We are not a reseller. Amazon.com does everything. We still get a commission if you buy through the ZHP Mafia store.

Thanks. How are the products picked?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Thanks. How are the products picked?

I throw them in there. I just started building it yesterday.

If you want a particular product, let me know. I can throw it in the store.

[kpro]

^lol really? Good thing you said something yesterday I almost purchased from Best Buy. I have a personal vendetta for amazon. I truely don't like them, due to a christmas debacle and not getting anything on time a few years back...but that was years ago that things went south so I decided to give it another try when I bought my stuff last night.

John, I've been told by a few not to get the VR if I can help it...so I was just going with the flow. Didn't realize that with the VR lens there was an option to use it or not...good to know :)

[M0nk3y]

^lol really? Good thing you said something yesterday I almost purchased from Best Buy. I have a personal vendetta for amazon. I truely don't like them, due to a christmas debacle and not getting anything on time a few years back...but that was years ago that things went south so I decided to give it another try when I bought my stuff last night.

John, I've been told by a few not to get the VR if I can help it...so I was just going with the flow. Didn't realize that with the VR lens there was an option to use it or not...good to know :)

Who told you? IMO unless you're shooting with a tripod at night all the time...Turn it on. And it's always a switch (Just like AF/M) to turn on, off

[danewilson77]

I thought I read in another thread (Casey may have said it), that VR affects pic quality in some fashion...

[UdubBadger]

^lol really? Good thing you said something yesterday I almost purchased from Best Buy. I have a personal vendetta for amazon. I truely don't like them, due to a christmas debacle and not getting anything on time a few years back...but that was years ago that things went south so I decided to give it another try when I bought my stuff last night.

John, I've been told by a few not to get the VR if I can help it...so I was just going with the flow. Didn't realize that with the VR lens there was an option to use it or not...good to know :)
thats funny cuz I have a personal vendetta with Best Buy...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Best Buy is also an affiliate of our site, so, Seth, you have an affiliate you get to dislike, too. I try to keep it fair around here. :biggrin

[johnrando]

I thought I read in another thread (Casey may have said it), that VR affects pic quality in some fashion...

I believe I've heard that too, but I'm not sure. But, the fact that you can turn it off or on diffuses that (see, I just used a photography light term) :-)

[Sockethead]

John, I've been told by a few not to get the VR if I can help it...so I was just going with the flow. Didn't realize that with the VR lens there was an option to use it or not...good to know :)


Who told you? IMO unless you're shooting with a tripod at night all the time...Turn it on. And it's always a switch (Just like AF/M) to turn on, off

I told her that for one.... I noticed that the picture quality with my D3100 isn't as good as it was with my D40... I blame it on the VR lens. The switch didn't make a difference in quality. Plus it seems to be a waste on a short lens where stability isn't an issue...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Lightroom 3 currently for sale at $123 at Amazon.com.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003739DVY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003739DVY

[C Withers Media]

Who told you? IMO unless you're shooting with a tripod at night all the time...Turn it on. And it's always a switch (Just like AF/M) to turn on, off

^ This.

[C Withers Media]

I told her that for one.... I noticed that the picture quality with my D3100 isn't as good as it was with my D40... I blame it on the VR lens. The switch didn't make a difference in quality. Plus it seems to be a waste on a short lens where stability isn't an issue...

^ Also valid.

[UdubBadger]

I carry the only tool any photographer would ever need.


full frame

[M0nk3y]

I carry the only tool any photographer would ever need.


full frame

Ugh.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Added new tripod and joystick.

[wsmeyer]

What's a 'joystick' ??

William.

[UdubBadger]

It's the style of "head" of a tripod. Tripod is technically just considered the legs.

What'd you go with Marcus?

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Manfrotto 190XPROB (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N7VPRW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000N7VPRW)
Manfrotto 322RC2 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JLK5PK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000JLK5PK)

[UdubBadger]

nice, did you get to use mine at all when I was there? I don't remember.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

No. Did not use yours. You have the same setup?

[UdubBadger]

same head, different tripod.

maybe it was casey who was grabbing my joystick in envy ;)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Haha. Might have been. Sounds like him. He's always messing around with gear.

[C Withers Media]

I may have, but I am pretty respectful of not touching people's stuff unless they want me to.

[UdubBadger]

who said I didn't want you to? :jawdrop

[SureShot434]

who said I didn't want you to? :jawdrop

That's what she said :mwah

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Get a room, you two (Casey and Seth)! :biggrin

[Marcus-SanDiego]

It's funny looking at some of my silly comments from the early days. haha.

[UdubBadger]

well we are humorous people.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

True dat.


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[johnrando]

Bump

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[slater]

ill play along. in the bag:

nikon D3100 w/ nikon 35mm 1.8 - i LOVE this lens. so fast, so sharp, awesome in low light.

nikon 18-55mm VR-II kit lens

extra battery + charger, UV filter, etc.


i'm more of a landscape and detail shot guy, my wife is excellent with taking pictures of people. i just can't do it.

peter

[ELCID86]

Bump



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[johnrando]

oooh, like that GIF!

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[3ZHP]

Since this is the hot topic of the day, I didn't add anything to the bag but picked up a great book last week. This looks to be a great resource, having read it for the first time already.

Understanding Exposure 3rd edition by Bryan Peterson


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[danewilson77]

Good deal Guy.

[ELCID86]

Since this is the hot topic of the day, I didn't add anything to the bag but picked up a great book last week. This looks to be a great resource, having read it for the first time already.

Understanding Exposure 3rd edition by Bryan Peterson


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Good book.

[KevinC]

nikon D3100 w/ nikon 35mm 1.8 - i LOVE this lens. so fast, so sharp, awesome in low light.

nikon 18-55mm VR-II kit lens



EXACTLY what I'm now packing, as of a couple of weeks ago. Bought a factory refurb 3100 for $349, a SMOKIN' deal. Added the 35mm 1.8 lens for about $200. I may never use the kit lens, the 35mm is so versatile and awesome.

I also have a Canon S95 as my pocketable camera. Truly awesome for its size. And the camera in the iPhone 5s is always at the ready, and is pretty damn good.

[UdubBadger]

Since this is the hot topic of the day, I didn't add anything to the bag but picked up a great book last week. This looks to be a great resource, having read it for the first time already.

Understanding Exposure 3rd edition by Bryan Peterson


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An educated eye is better than any gear you can pack in a bag


Goin' HAM mobile

[Marcus-SanDiego]

:thumbsup