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I've been looking at ways to get to a 400mm focal length affordably and with decent IQ. While saving up for a big boy telephoto, I happened to realize that I had 2 TC-16As (one modified to work and autofocus on my D7100, and one unmodified) that could be stacked to get me that additional reach...

I succumbed to NAS and picked up a 80-200 f/2.8 AF-D push-pull for my D7100, and was wondering if a Kenko Pro 300 2x DGX may be a feasible way to get to 400mm for BIF or static bird shots, while preserving AF. I know it will work in theory, but am hoping to get some real-world feedback from...

I'd been having problems getting sharp shots with my 105 f/2.5 Nikkor-P (Sonnar type) (http://nikonites.com/prime/33627-random-blurry-images-manual-105-f-2-5-nikkor-p-d3300.html#axzz4B7iDlggL), so I ended up returning it and purchased the 105 f/2.5 AI-s instead, hoping it was a better copy. I...

Our backyard in Houston is thinly bordered by flower beds with some flowering and non-flowering plants, with a pool smack dab in the middle. I recently picked up a macro lens which led me to explore and discover a host of interesting critters despite the limited opportunity, such as dragonflies...

My recently acquired and AI'd 55 f/3.5 P.C has been spending a lot of time lately on my D7100 for shooting backyard critters. Today, I had a bit of an epiphany when I took it down to the neighborhood park with the fam. While I had my PK-13 and 200 f/4 Q.C in tow for extreme closeups and bird...

@salukfan111: thanks for the pointers and the heads up on the Tamron 70-200 f/2.8. I ended up passing on the 80-200 f/2.8D for now, mainly due to the weight (although it's at the lighter end of the 2.8 zooms in this range), duplication in the 105-180mm range, and lack of AF on the D3300. It was...

Thanks for the tip, @FredKingston! I was wondering how others were getting all of the insect in focus. A related question on insects: what does it take to resolve the compound eyes of dragonflies, as in this photo? Is it even possible with my intended rig? https://flic.kr/p/6A1daK Sent from...

I finally AI'd my recently-acquired 55 f3.5 Micro Nikkor-P.C so I can venture into the world of macrophotography on my D7100! Until now, I've dabbled very minimally with macrophotography, mainly handheld close-ups with my 18-55 VRII on my D3300, and even briefer dabbling with manual 28F3.5...

@aroy: your post reminded me of this technical article I came across recently. It discusses the performance & limitations of the 70-300 AF non-ED Nikkor that you may find interesting. In particular, the author remarks ... "Its performance is inadequate for 20+ Megapixel bodies, although samples...

I'm eyeing an 80-200 2.8D push-pull screw-drive AF that's priced right (under $300), but was a bit confused on whether it belonged in my kit (D3300 and D7100, with 55-200 VR & VRII, as well as manual fast primes (105f2.5, 135f2.8, and 180f2.8) that cover the range). I expect to use it mainly for...

@480sparky: thanks for your tip on using the 28 f2.8 in reverse! Chris@sabor: good points, although I'd say there's more that underpins the lust for better gear than just pixel peeping (although I'm personally guilty of that from time to time [emoji28]). At least for me, improving my keeper...

My current kit consists of two DX cameras (D3300 & D7100) and an assortment of DX and older (mostly vintage manual and some non AF-S) FX lenses listed in my signature. I started thinking about acquiring an FX body on realizing that I was not getting the best out of the wider end of my FX lenses...

@Jonahex2099: thanks for posting. The D500 pics seem warmer and darker than the D7100. There appear to be minor differences in grain level (e.g. in the column in the background), but I wouldn't call them earth shattering. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just pulled the trigger on a used SB700 off fleabay. Given that I'm completely new to external flashes, thought I'd pick your collective brains on what I should check for, both from a mechanical standpoint, as well as performance. To be specific: - Are there any common mechanical / hardware...

@Woodyg3: Thanks for the detailed advice! I did a little research after posting (prior to seeing your response) and your summary is perfect! Good points on VR being unnecessary, 9-point AF, and getting down on one knee to get a good angle. When you say continuous mode, I presume you mean burst...

Great input, @salukfan111. I've been watching 300 ed-if's on the bay and looks like the word is out because it's hard getting one under $300 anymore. I did miss out on a beater 400 Ed-if that went for $160 or so. Wish I'd bid more aggressively [emoji22] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks for the insights, @salukfan111! I did recently get an 180 f/2.8 P AI'd and have been using it with the modified TC-16a. Good to know that it's superior to the 70-300 VR G. Guess I'll stick with my current rig until I win the lottery on a 300 f/4.5 ed if or 400 f/5.6 ed if. On a separate...

I'll be photographing some friends during a day / night running event and needed your advice on setting up the cameras to take the best shots handheld. My plans are below - be great if you can critique them. - The D3300 will be used by a friend with no prior Nikon DSLR experience. My instinct...

@Marcel, I performed your test as suggested with a few manual and AF-S lenses and found that the histogram more or less stayed put on stopping down. However, when using these lenses with the modified TC-16a, the histogram did move appreciably to the right, between 1/3 upto 1EV per aperture...

Thanks @Marcel! Brilliant suggestion, wouldn't have even thought of trying that. I did do the side-by-side test with the D7100 and D3300 with 18-55 VRs (one older and one VR II) in aperture priority and while the results weren't identical, they were generally close enough to conclude that there...