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Does Nikon ever discount lenses? I have seen rebates, but only when buying a body with it. Buying online seems to be the cheapest way, but I notice the prices never seem to fluctuate much (at least never downwards!). Just curious, usually things go on sale the day after I buy them. Thanks

For hiking I use a form fitting camera case for the D3100 and 18-55 attached. I carry the 55-200 in a Tamrac lens case which has a belt loop. The lens case has a velco and snap closure for wearing on a belt or attached to another backpack (I also have the small Tamrac backpack which it can...

I can't swing $299 on software right now, whats the next best program?

Has anyone been experimenting with these? I took a few test shots below to evaluate the "Vivid" mode. I find shots in the natural "standard" mode to be a little bland when printed. Below are shots in this order- "standard", "vivid" and the third is "vivid"+1. The diffences are subtle, but...

I am considering the 10-24 as my first substantial lens investment (currently have the 18-55 VR kit lens and the 55-200 VR) . We are traveling to DC and Gettysburg for vacation this summer and I'm looking for a wide angle for inside museums, architecture and landscapes. I'll have the 55-200...

I hope to pick up the Nikon 55-300mm 4.5 soon. My dilema is should I hold onto the 55-200 VR 4.0? I could trade it in at the local shop and get $100 off another lens, I paid $149 for it when I bought my D3100 a few months ago. I can't decide if I should keep it or not. The money really isn't an...

Same pic using the retouch skylight filter effect built into the D3100. Gives it a blue hue

Shot this one tonight also, I think it's time for a dedicated moon shot thread!

Last fall I built a new family room and installed a Garden (more like greenhouse) window. It stands out about 18 inches, three sides glass including the roof. Over the course of the winter it's been a fun staging area for shooting in natural light. I took the below shot today, the back window...

Shot this pic after work, at about 5pm. Unfortunately in my rush I forgot to change to RAW and shot at only 8mp jpeg. First moon shot with my D3100, tried in vain many times with point and shoots over the years. Used my 55-200mm, really need to upgrade to the 55-300!

Here is a single jpeg using DP's simulated HDR

Played around with the trial version of Dynamic Photo HDR 5 tonight. Limited to indoor test shots due to weather. I think the results would be more dramatic outside in natural light. At any rate the first is the middle "correct" exposure and the second is the HDR. Fun program to work with and...

How do I post pics without them being huge in the post? I have compressed them. Ok, figured it out, now how do you delete a Post?

When taking photos at 3 different exposures: Can you use the exposure compensation button/control (D3100) or do you have to adjust speed/aperature for each shot? Is the exposure compensation control actually changing speed/aperature or is it SIMULATING a change?

Anyone know of any way to archive negatives into an electronic format which could then be viewed on a computer (as a positive image)? I know I could scan photos in, but is there a process to deal with large quantities of negatives? My dad was an avid photographer for over 60 years and I have...

Looking at getting a CPL filter and would appreciate any input. -Is the nikon worth the premium for the name? (or is it priced right for the level of quality?) -What do you folks recommend as far as the best quality for under $100 Thanks!

After getting back "into" photography recently, I was suprised to see plastic lens mounts on the lenses for my D3100 (my last new camera was a pentax k1000, so I've been out of touch for a few decades!). I hope they hold up! Anyone have issues with them?

I have the sensor cleaning set for every time on and off, which is the default. Does that seem too often?. Wondering if all the vibration would someday wear it down. Any thoughts on frequency?