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D610 . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D5100 Testing the 200-500 on the D610 vs D5100 to see what difference it might make to have the D7100 ... as far as 'reach' goes. Both of these shot from the same spot...

So - I see a D7100 on sale for under $900 CDN - and I'm tempted. I have a D90 - D5100 & D610 ... "need" is not the issue. I'm wondering if shooting birds and while taking other long shots whether the D7100 would be worth it? It would take all of my lenses not just the AFS newer ones. And...

Calgary Skyline

Picked up a new flash diffuser - i like it

So I have this "Zoner 18" photoshopping program - used it sparingly when I had downloaded it for free - having invested a few dollars in the latest upgrade decided to see what it can do. Lots of interesting ways to play with pictures. Here is a sample and after some experimental picture...

see panoramic images for the cropped version

Okotoks - Big Rock - natural glacial erratic

Finally found the French Press Coffee pot I wanted - ... and oh ya, a Hoya CPL for my 24-70 lens. Need to get a 82-77 step down to make it fit several other of my lenses.

+ Love the Lilly

Been using the a free version that I picked up through "Giveaway of the Day" promotional site - but they made me an offer at 75% off that I decided would be a good program for my laptop.

+ The Kenko 1.4 will be with my 200-500 most of the time. Yes it works on others but I get the best shots with the 200-500+1.4. May be times when it makes sense on other lenses, but the most benefit seems to be on the long lens.

Used a Nikkor 85mm 1.8 + a RAYNOX DCR-250 magnifying lens attachment. Have not tried that combination before - interesting.

A common sparrow - the "chirping' variety IMHO.

Some Pine Siskins in a pine tree