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  1. BF Hammer

    Whatbird.com

    I know the "site is not safe" message, I commonly get that logging into to the network interface of a copier because it does not use "https:" secure access. The entire internet is supposed to use TLS secure protocols now and your web browsers kind of demand it. It may be that the web server...
  2. BF Hammer

    Whatbird.com

    With some domain hosts, when payment is missed for hosting they will put a placeholder page in place and give a little time for the fees to be paid up. I expect it either starts to work again soon or disappears into the Internet Archive Wayback Machine. Then I started clicking on archive dates...
  3. BF Hammer

    A couple of interesting Z-mount adapters from Fotodiox

    As I sit home with some flu this weekend, I got to looking at what kind of lens adapters Fotodiox has for Z bodies. I found 2 that are interesting to adapt F-mount lenses to Z. Keep in mind, these are dumb adapters with no AF or electronic contacts for the lens. So no aperture control from the...
  4. BF Hammer

    Tripods for Z50

    Tripods are one of those items that price often equals quality. Right now about $150-$200 (USD) is a sweet spot to get a decent travel tripod. I know the Photography Online crew on Isle of Man love their Kingjoy tripods, but I have never seen one of those in the States. My travel tripod is a...
  5. BF Hammer

    The Pup and I are heading to the CNPA convention tomorrow.

    Break a leg! ...uh no, that's for a stage show. Knock 'em dead! ...hmm, too violent by today's standards. Do your best and you win the life experience! ...ehh, least likely to cause trouble. 😀
  6. BF Hammer

    Mirrorless in 2026, maybe!

    I had no doubts you would enjoy the upgrade. Just something like having constant live view you can use one the tilty screen changes how you look at taking photos. Duck a little off shore? Now you can hold the camera just above the water for a low angle that won't get you wet. It helps to...
  7. BF Hammer

    Hi everyone!

    You should format the SD card in the camera itself from the setup menu. But really, get a CF Express card and unlock the much greater write speed that comes with it in Slot 1. Use the SD card in Slot 2 as a safety backup.
  8. BF Hammer

    Weekly Challenge Jan 28th - Feb 3rd "Winter or Summer"

    I can't find where to launch the canoe. Nikon Z5 - 7Artisans 35mm f/5.6 manual lens - ISO 100 - 1/1000s - f/5.6
  9. BF Hammer

    Well, the snow has started!

    Throw snowballs at anybody who dares makes footprints in your photos. 😁
  10. BF Hammer

    Forum down intermittently

    Feels like the forum is working better this past day. (y)
  11. BF Hammer

    Post your favorite January 2026 shot

    I stopped here to see if any eagles were dumb enough to hang around today. If it's warm enough for the river to not be frozen over, this is supposed to be a spot. I could not let myself go the entire month of January without taking a photo, so here we go. The missing data in the exif is...
  12. BF Hammer

    Battery Warning

    I do not know where you are, is it very cold there this week? Li-ion batteries do not store well in freezing weather and discharge themselves. Also try testing them just 1 used at a time to find if one is faulty. Even better if you remove the grip and put the battery directly in the camera to...
  13. BF Hammer

    Apple Patents Camera with 20-Stops of Dynamic Range

    Wait and watch. Anybody remember Lytro? Pick your focus point in post.
  14. BF Hammer

    Viltrox compatibility

    I have exactly 1 Z-lens that is not Nikon, and that is a 7-Artisans 35mm pancake. It is fully manual focus with no electronics in the lens. A fixed f-stop of f/5.6, so I can only adjust shutter and ISO. It's purpose is to be a body cap that can be deployed quickly to take a photo. I bought it...
  15. BF Hammer

    Thinking about a camera harness system

    That sort of question is going to have an infinite number of answers, and all are valid. It's what you personally need and desire. I have gone through several straps. Right now I use a Peak Design Slide if I will be wearing across-body. I really like the anchor-link attachment system. Since I...
  16. BF Hammer

    Viltrox compatibility

    I think look to what Canon did to lock out 3rd party lenses as what can happen. I think Nikon's legal actions are taking place in China. I believe all that is at stake is electronic communication through the mount. Possible this is intended for pursuading Viltrox to pay up for licensing the Z...
  17. BF Hammer

    Aurora alert 1-19/20-2026 (first of the year)

    I like AuroraReach due to the unscientific use of user reports and photos to gauge activity. I have chased aurora too many times based on a favorable KP index and found nothing. The personal reports from other users in my area really is the way to waste time less. https://aurorareach.com/ And...
  18. BF Hammer

    releasing an extension ring from a lens - Solved

    The release is where Tonye says. Remember to twist a Nikon lens clockwise to release. That is the opposite way if you are used to other camera brands.
  19. BF Hammer

    Aurora alert 1-19/20-2026 (first of the year)

    Still time on West Coast to get something. Looks like I slept through a major event in the early morning.
  20. BF Hammer

    Aurora alert 1-19/20-2026 (first of the year)

    I see an AuroraReach photo post from 30 miles away from my home. I just stepped out and tried night vision mode on the phone. Nothing to see. That actually worked for me during the May 2024 event. So there is some off-on activity. I am not willing to be out in the sub-zero cold tonight.
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