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Replied in ?? D800 or D800E ?? for a "serious amateur"
Agreed. Tom
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Replied in ?? D800 or D800E ?? for a "serious amateur"
Thanks so much for the great responses suggesting ways to "frame" my thinking. To be honest, I was hesitant to post my question as being too simplistic, given the kind of responses I've seen in...
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Replied in ?? D800 or D800E ?? for a "serious amateur"
Thanks, Jeff. Appreciate hearing from a kindred spirit. What's pushing my decision is that at 125,000 "shutter clicks," my D300 may be approaching the end of its useful and dependable life.
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Created thread ?? D800 or D800E ?? for a "serious amateur"
I'm a "serious amateur" who's been blessed to have acquired good equipment (e.g., D300, the trio of Nikon F2.8 zooms, 105 macro). I use Photoshop CS 5.0. And over 4 years I think my skills have...
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Created thread Nikon D800/D800e
I will probably be purchasing a new Nikon D800 or D800E. I currently have Photoshop CS5 with my Nikon D300. This will be my first time getting a "new" camera with my "old" Photoshop. I'm...
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Replied in Low light capability D700 vs D800
Very thoughtful response and greatly appreciated. Unfortunately, I think my D300 is running out of steam and I need to buy a replacement - and it will be the D700 or D800(E). Tom
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Created thread "Quiet Shutter Release in D800/D4 - How quiet is quiet?
There are times when I'm very dissatisfied with how noisy the shutter is with my D300. In the specs for the D800 (as well as the D4), I noticed "Quiet Shutter Release" as one of the Shutter...
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Created thread Low light capability D700 vs D800
I currently have a D300 and intend to get either the D700 or D800. One of my primary needs is shooting in low light theater settings. From a standpoint of capturing low light, does the fact that...
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Replied in Rocket science - Dollar Store / Harbor Freight
I appreciate the ideas offered. Indeed, I considered carefully whether or not to submit my question to the "pro digital talk" forum. I decided to do because I think professional photographers can...
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Created thread Flashlight to carry - recommendations sought
I would like to purchase a very small flashlight (preferably LED) to carry for those times when I am shooting in the pitch black dark. My only idea so far is a Maglite Solitaire, upgraded to LED...
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Replied in POLL - D800xv:
D800s first choice
D800sv second choice.
I have no interest in video.
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Replied in Replacing shutter mechanism - when is it a smart move
I've had the camera about 3 years. Very smart advice! And much appreciated. Tom
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Replied in Monopod leg locking: levers vs. "locking grip"
I decided to buy the aluminum alloy Induro monopod rather than the carbon fiber version since, excect for a difference in weight of just 2 or 3 ounces, the specs are just about identical, and the...
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Created thread Replacing shutter mechanism - when is it a smart move
I currently own a Nikon D300 with about 115,000 shutter actuations & a Nikon estimation of life at about 150,000. At some point, I will purchase D700 or maybe whatever the replacement D800 will be...
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Replied in Monopod leg locking: levers vs. "locking grip"
Your information was very helpful in bringing up several things I had not thought about (and a good example of how valuable this discussion list is!). Given your recommendation about twist locks ....
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Created thread Monopod leg locking: levers vs. "locking grip"
In considering a monopod, what are the advantages and disadvantages of the two approaches to locking the leg sections: Levers (e.g., Manfrotto) or legs that screw tight (e.g., Induro "locking...
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Created thread Recommendations for carbon fiber monopod
I'm seeking recommendations (manufacturer and model number) for carbon fiber monopods that are somewhere between the very inexpensive and the expensive, like Manofratto or Velbon. Thanks. Tom
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Replied in Head for Monopod
Thanks you all for comments. Appreciated! Tom
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Created thread Head for Monopod
I'm interested in recommendations for a Manfrotto head to use with a Manfrotto carbon fiber monopod. I already have a good quality Manfrotto ball head for my tripod, and am looking for something...
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Created thread Seeking recommendations for table top tripod.
I'm seeking recommendations for a small table top tripod.
Sturdy more important to me than light weight, and the tripod would have to accommodate a heavy camera body (Nikon D300) and a heavy...
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