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    Cleaning Rear Lens; What to use?

    I have recently purchased a used lens, and I see a spot on the rear lens that I can't seem to blow off with my rocket. So I'm not sure what type of cleaner to use on it. Is the rear lens a different construction from the front? I don't want to scratch the lens or coating. Any suggestions would...
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    Puchasing a used lens, what to look for?

    Besides the cosmetics of the lens, fungus, filter threads, what else should I look for. Is there any on camera tests I can do? Older lens, to go on my D90, it is a nikkor 70-210mm F4. Any suggestions would be appreciated;). Michael
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    Nikkor 70-210mm F4 1:4 , Your personal review?

    I have a chance to purchase a Nikkor 70-210mm F4 1:4 zoom lens. Looking for any personal reviews of the lens and and picks would help. Looking for pro's, con's etc. Thanks Michael:confused:
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    Flash Bracket for D90

    Looking for a flash bracket for my D90, that I may also attach to my tripod. Straight arm preferably. Grip optional. Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Michael
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    Shadows in your compositions?

    Is there ever a right time for a shadow in your pictures? Can you uses them to lead your eyes? Or are they a distraction? Say for instance a lone tree in a farmers field in winter, the sun is casting a shadow of the tree, so you position yourself so that the shadow starts from the top left hand...
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    The 12 Days of Photography Christmas.

    On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a Nikon D90 under the tree. Michael Please feel free to continue.
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    Photography Book Ideas?

    Looking for a few photography books to read. I've read Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson, twice, Creative Nature & Outdoor Photography by Branda Tharp, twice, "GREAT BOOK". Nikon D90 by Corey Hilz, Scott Kellby`s, The Digital Photography book 1, and Petersons Big Book of Photography...
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    Have you been naughty or nice this year?

    Was wondering what was on your list to Santa this year? Now I realize that we have people from all around the world on here, some of whom do not celebrate Christmas. So to those, what is on your wish list? Michael
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    Winter coat for my camea. What do you think?

    What do you think of the idea and the product?Rainproof & Warm Protector Cover for 35mm (D)SLR Camera | Bags, Cases & Straps | Camera Accessories | Photography | LinkDelight Limited Michael
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    DOF Chart for Cellphone?

    Looking for a good D.O.F chart that I can download to my cellphone. All I seem to be able to find is for I PHONE. I have a Samsung Wave. Any help would be muchly appreciated. Thanks, Michael
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    Sweet spot?

    Does each telephoto lens have a sweet spot? If so, is there a way one can test them to find out what that focal length is? Thanks Michael
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    Color Space: sRGB or Adobe RGB?

    Looking for a general census as to what most of you set your color space to. If I understand correctly, Adobe RGB has a wider range (gamut) color than sRGB. So if I where to just post or print a picture sRGB would be recomended? And if I where to enhance a photo with software, Adobe RGB would be...
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    Black and White Photography.

    What makes a good black and white photo? The simpler the composition the better? Say a lone flower for example? A photo that has to many colours in it, may be better off in black and white? Are there any rules of thumb? Michael
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    Winter coat for D90?

    With the colder tempatures around the corner, is there , or does anyone make a winter pouch, (coat) for the D90 and a telephoto lens. Have tried internet, but to no success. All I can find is rain coats. Thanks Michael
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    R7 Error?

    Camera wont take a shot. It seems auto focus wont work. Do my contacts need to be cleaned, on the lens or the camera. Have went to manual mode and then been able to take the shot. Does not always happen though. Just on my 55-200 mm VR. If contacts need to be cleaned, what should one use? Soft...
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    Depth of field scale for the D90, confused.

    :confused: Would someone be so kind as to explain the scale. I have tried several sites, and all I end up with is :confused:. Or head me in the right direction to a site that is not so technical. I know it has to do with the lens, and maybe the sensor on my D90 and the type of lens that I may be...
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    Nikon Picture Control (just not satisfied).

    Is there anyone else like myself, just not satisfied with the preprogramed picture control settings? Have you tweeked any of there individual settings to your liking? Any suggestions? Planning on spending a weekend playing around until I can come up with likable setting for each, (landscape...
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    Sigma APO 70-200 F 2.8 EX HMS II Macro

    Looking at purchasing one, but would like to know if anyone has had any personal experience with this lens. Pros and Cons. Thanks Michael
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    What would be the thing to do?

    Your out for the day shooting, you come along a house, or a barn etc. You find it appealing. Should one approach the owner, introduce yourself and ask for permission to take a photo? Or just take the shot? What should one do? Michael [ O ]
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    Exposure Compensation / D90

    Has anyone found a consistant, spesific situation where the D90 has not (for lack of a better word) metered the seen properly, and have had to use the Exposure Compensation. Prior to shooting knowing that it will need to be done. Michael.
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