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  1. hark

    New Nikon Announcement for D600???

    This link just showed up in my Facebook news feed. It says if the dust issues aren't resolved, they will replace the D600 with a different camera. Quote from the link below: With regard to the issue with which multiple granular black spots are reflected in images captured with the D600...
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    Refurbished D610 is now available

    According to Nikon Rumors, B&H has the D610 available as a refurbished model. I wonder what necessitated getting them refurbished. Refurbished Nikon D610 cameras now available for $1,749.95 | Nikon Rumors
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    Monitor Calibration

    I've been using the Spyder 4 Pro to calibrate my monitor, and it's been terrific. Unfortunately I let the calibration lapse and when re-configuring the settings, I am not able to get it calibrated correctly. It is an LCD monitor that only has Brightness and Contrast settings...no temperature...
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    Tokina 24-70mm f/2.8

    Sounds like Tokina will be getting into the game with a pro level 24-70mm zoom. I wonder how it will stack up against Nikon's and Tamron's 24-70mm zooms? New Tokina AT-X PRO 24-70mm f/2.8 SD (IF) FX lens spotted at CP+ | Photo Rumors
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    Nikon Lens Rebates are coming

    According to Nikon Rumors, Nikon is supposed to offer a lens only rebate similar to what they offered last February. No specific info is yet available. Good news: Nikon lens only rebates are coming back | Nikon Rumors
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    Quotes with photos

    @jdeg, after you finish everything from the server move, would you please consider looking into having all the quoted photos display as photos rather than as Attachment #####. Sometimes I have to go back a page or two to identify the photo that was quoted to understand why some of the replies...
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    LCD screen and cold temps

    Today I spent some time outside (cold temp no higher than 19° to 20°F) with my D610 and had 2 occasions where I didn't see an image display on the LCD immediately after taking a photo. Trying to walk to my destination at the first stop didn't yield any photos because it was way too icy and...
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    Some D600's getting replaced by D610's

    NikonRumors is reporting that some Europeans are getting their D600's replaced by Nikon with D610's for a small fee. Nikon is replacing some D600 cameras with new D610 models | Nikon Rumors
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    "Beautiful, Intimate Portrait of Bees" by National Geographic

    First let me say I'm not a fan of creepy, crawly, stinging things, but when this link showed up in my FB news feed, I couldn't resist the urge to take a peek. The US Army got involved using some of their technology to take macro shots of bees. Here are a couple of quotes from the article...
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    AF On button

    Nikon Rumors posted this video which explains using the AF On button on the back of the camera rather than holding down the shutter halfway then recomposing. The camera needs to be put into AF-C (continuous) for this to work. Plus the shutter release button has to be set so it no longer controls...
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    George Zimmerman stole photo

    George Zimmerman, who went to trial in the Travon Martin case, stole a photographer's photo and used it to create a painting. Zimmerman sells his own paintings. Here is the article if you want to read more: Trayvon Martin Shooter Zimmerman Accused of Stealing Photo - ABC News
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    Amazon Lightning Deal D600 with lens

    Amazon is offering a new D600 with a 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lens for $1899. Less than 30 minutes remain and it looks like 40% have already been claimed. Amazon.com: Nikon D600 24.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera with 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR AF-S Nikkor Lens: NIKON: Camera & Photo
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    Caesium to reduce file size

    Has anyone tried Caesium Image Compressor to reduce file size? After each theater production at the local high school, I make a 20"x30" poster to hang in their lobby. Since I know kids that age tend to like posters, I've tried to figure out ways on how to share these large @20MB files. Last...
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    Scott Kelby switches to Canon

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    Kenko vs. Vello extension tubes

    Someone recently mentioned that Vello makes an extension tube set which appears to be quite similar to the Kenko set (both are listed as Auto Sets). What benefits does the Kenko set offer over Vello? Both have good reviews although I'm sure the Kenko set is well known and trusted. Other than...
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    Were copyright settings changed?

    I uploaded a few photos as attachments but am not able to right-click and open them in a new tab. I don't have any settings enabled which prohibit copyrighted photos from being displayed this way, and it used to work for me. Have settings behind the scenes been changed? It used to be if you...
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    Frozen Michigan Lighthouse

    Some of these photos showing frozen water striking a lighthouse are going viral. They are really impressive! Michigan lighthouses transformed into giant icicle after freezing storm | Mail Online
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    Do you set hyperfocal or focus a different way?

    For those who use a wide angle lens for landscapes, how do you tend to focus? Do you set the lens to focus manually by setting it to hyperfocal or do you focus part way into the scene with auto focus or manual focus? And do you ever use f/16 or smaller apertures? (Yes, I know the smaller...
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    Observing others' rules when photographing

    Reading through a different thread, one of the OP's comments really struck me...he wanted a quiet shutter because he was requested not to photograph during a ceremony (wedding I think) but apparently wanted to take photos on the sly regardless of the church's rules. There is a photographer...
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    Canon Photo Printers

    After asking about a Lightscribe DVD burner, @BackdoorHippie mentioned there are some printers which can burn an image to the top of a DVD/CD. Epson makes some, but since I am quite happy with my current Canon printer, I am looking at getting another made by them. Is anyone familiar with...
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