Recent content by Melbourne_James

a deserving winner and a really great shot too :-)

Banksia Pod

Welcome :-)

There are several good images in this month but I have to say this is quite spectacular - well done!

Keep in mind that you probably have crop sensor lenses with your D3100 (they will have a "DX" on them). Whilst you can use them on Nikon full frame F mount and even mirrorless Z mount cameras (with the FTZ adapter) you will not be taking full advantage of the sensor of a full frame body. Some -...

At least I am in the top 5!

I agree. First thing I do with any new camera is ditch the strap and replace it with something unbranded and more comfortable. If they want me to advertise their product, they can pay me! Also, I didn't want to broadcast "Hey, here is my new $xxx camera - come and stalk me!"

(chop and cinnamon) sticks and stone (fruit):

I should also mention the reason I added the image is that if you look closely you can see the sand zipping by as it was quite windy

Am impressed with my Z8 as well. In fact, I went through the same beach-phobia as you did but now willingly lie down in the sand to take bird shots. I still am touching buttons and changing settings inadvertently but it is a wonder, if highly complex, instrument and I am really enjoying the...

Thanks everyone! I have to admit there are not only many aspects to learn but there is also #1 - yes, I saw that too but when I look at it on the home computer screen, it looks straight (am on the work computer at the moment) I am starting to think that screen might have a bias due to it...