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I really wanted to find some type of longer lens than what I have, but the problem always comes down to weight. Currently my longest is the 300mm f/4 PF coupled with a Nikon 1.4x teleconverter (focal length of 420mm). The super zooms are out simply due to weight. And even the Nikon 500mm f/5.6...

This information showed up on Facebook. Supposedly it is a world photography contest that will be held in Rome this year. 17 photographers will represent the USA. It's run by the PPA and the FEP. Has anyone ever heard of it? :confused: World Photographic Cup

According to Nikon, they make a D810A which is dedicated to astrophotography. Curious to hear if anyone has one and whether or not it takes star images better than a D810. :confused: https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/dslr-cameras/d810a.html

Flashpoint makes a case for the Flashpoint eVOLVE 200 Pro which should fit the Godox AD 200. Just curious if anyone has this case and whether or not there are better options for cases out there. https://www.adorama.com/fplfcev200p.html

Platypod announced a new ballhead design that will be launched on Kickstarter soon. There haven't been any details yet, but the link shows a pic. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/platyball/platyball-elite-and-ergo Their Facebook post says: Image from Kickstarter web site:

In December Steve Perry uploaded a wildlife presentation video from a seminar he did for a Chicago Photography School. For anyone who is new to wildlife photography, he explains and shows a variety of tips.

I'm still dealing with a knee/leg problem but felt I could walk a little today. So I went out looking for potential leaf images for the weekly challenge. Any leaves around here are brown and lifeless. When I saw this scene, it literally sucked the breath right out of me. It took me back to my...

I just read this in a Facebook group. The owner said he used the flash then stored it in his bag in the garage for 3 days. When he went to get his gear, the flash was melted and also partially melting another flash that was near it in the bag. People responding said they've never had any...

I still have (and continue to use) my D610. For an entry level FX body, it has always been reliable. Since Nikon will replace the D750 next year, I am guessing there won't be any other less expensive FX body offered...

PLEASE READ: Due to an error on my part, I deleted the first poll and started over. So even if you voted before, you need to vote again. My apologies to everyone! :o "Selective Color" Criteria for this week's challenge: Basically for this weeks challenge Selective Color is a B&W photo with a...

Umm...if you want to chuckle, please check out the winning entry in the Comedy Wildlife Photo Contest! The title of the pic is literally 'Grab life by the .....' There are a number of other excellent images, too...

PetaPixel article on the replacement for the D750. https://petapixel.com/2019/11/12/nikon-d750-replacement-coming-in-early-2020-with-24mp-sensor-better-af-and-more-report/

Pretty soon I will be entering the world of paid photography (part-time) and want to review everything required for a business. If you have any comments or suggestions regarding any of the following - or any other topics I may have missed - I'd appreciate your input. At this time, I won't be...

"Low Key" Criteria for this week's challenge: Low Key photography tends to be dark and moody. One great thing that Dangerspouse pointed out is everyone can choose their own subject for this weekly challenge. Please vote for your choice of this week's Weekly Photo Challenge theme. The...

"Eyeglasses" - (Needa's Choice) Anything that includes Eyeglasses. Wearing them. Seeing them being worn. A display of eyeglasses. Eyeglasses used in unusual ways. ​How will you present them? Let's see how creative you can be! Color, B&W, HDR...anything goes! This challenge is now underway. I...

When searching for info on ND filters, this one showed up as a search result. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1423195-REG/ice_ice_100k_77_77mm_nd100000_filter.html It's an ICE 16.5 stop ND filter. No reviews on B&H yet. I know solar filters are quite pricey. Around the time of the solar...

For those who are affected by daylight savings time, don't forget to reset the clock in your DSLR. This is especially important for those who participate in the challenges. :encouragement:

If you see a photography related item for a great price that might interest other forum members, please post it here. Unfortunately I missed a great sale on the Nikon D750 body that included a 4TB Seagate drive. It was only offered for a day or two.

"Backyard" Criteria for this weekly challenge: Your back yard is where you live and loosely defined. Let's see what you decide is your back yard. Let's see how creative you can be! Color, B&W, HDR...anything goes! Please vote for your choice of this week's Weekly Photo Challenge theme...

​"Low Key" (Dangerspouse's choice) Low Key photography tends to be dark and moody. One great thing that Dangerspouse pointed out is everyone can choose their own subject for this weekly challenge. Here is a link explaining a little about Low Key photography for those who might want some...