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  1. BF Hammer

    For all the staff dealing with the Russian spam lately, Thank-you!

    I am taking a minute so your job is not entirely thankless. :) (y)
  2. BF Hammer

    Sigma lens not focussing on Z6 with mount

    You covered the obvious and some less-obvious trouble points. I do have that lens, the FTZ-II adapter but a Z5 body, which is a little bit newer than the Z6. Clearly abnormal behavior. You do have a focus button on the back. I am not saying you should switch to the back-button focus method...
  3. BF Hammer

    VR “broken” on Nikon 18-200 DX VR

    What I downloaded to my PC to view had a .jpeg extension, so Dropbox must be converting and adding the compression. VR is an electro-mechanical thing, so anything mechanical can fail. I have not personally experienced this. It's just that from a distance like I am, there is no further way to...
  4. BF Hammer

    VR “broken” on Nikon 18-200 DX VR

    First of all, your post-processing is stripping off the EXIF information. I do not see any of your camera settings, and also important I do not see the focus point used. The photo is also heavily compressed so that hurts seeing what is sharp and what is not. So with that, I pixel-peeped the...
  5. BF Hammer

    VR “broken” on Nikon 18-200 DX VR

    Two different lenses with the same failure on the same camera body? Have you looked at the lens AI pins on the body yet? Can you get access to another body to test the lens on?
  6. BF Hammer

    Hello :)

    That does dock, but the latest Nikon version firmware is very old now, before Z-series. The Canon mount versions have had several firmware updates. Apparently more trouble with those.
  7. BF Hammer

    IBIS Rattle

    IBIS makes no audible sound in my Z5. I think your camera may be broken.
  8. BF Hammer

    Asmodeus has a new toy - Zf

    There is new firmware issued this week. Judging it can prevent a specific error condition, could be worth updating. https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/559.html
  9. BF Hammer

    Post your golden hour shots

    Might be a supernumerary rainbow according to Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainbow#Supernumerary_rainbows
  10. BF Hammer

    2025 Imaged BF Hammer style

    Working with the infrared D600 the past couple of days.
  11. BF Hammer

    I need help!!

    Can you check if Exposure Delay Mode is active? This opens the mirror and adds a 1 or more second delay before opening the shutter. It is supposed to help reduce vibration from the mirror slapping open when using telephoto lenses on a tripod. Item d4 on the Custom Setting Menu...
  12. BF Hammer

    The most Australian Pic I have ever taken

    It's the most Australian thing I have viewed until somebody captures Hugh Jackman, Mel Gibson, and Russell Crowe wrestling some kangaroos over the last jar of Vegamite to spread on their Hungry Jack Whopper. ;)
  13. BF Hammer

    May 2025 Monthly Assignment: Leaf or Leaves

    Entry 1: Infrared Leaves.
  14. BF Hammer

    Best D7000 Focus Settings for an Outdoor MMA Match?

    Former D7000 user here. The 3D tracking is going to work best with f/2.8 lenses and not that great with something in the f/5.6 range in dim light. Having shot a few yo-yo contests inside a mood-lit mall, I just set to AF-C and tried my best. An f/1.8 prime may be your best friend if you are in...
  15. BF Hammer

    Pulled the trigger on a Z50ii for the Pup

    Don't expect a charger packed in with devices that have USB-C connectors. The EU forbids that now, so we also become subjected to their regulation for the convenience of manufacturers trying to be compliant with the e-waste mandates.
  16. BF Hammer

    Any tips on pre release capture?

    Z 600mm f/4? Are you considering just how much use you would get with that 2nd kidney? :D
  17. BF Hammer

    D60 to d7500

    The D7500 is the last crop-sensor DSLR still listed at Nikon's web site. I am guessing you are wanting an upgrade that still uses your old lenses from the D60 to keep down cost. But this is the end of times for DSLR camera bodies. So I am going to recommend to shop for a used body. DSLR bodies...
  18. BF Hammer

    Upgrade path from D2H

    All the gear listed was the good stuff, but by 23 years ago standards. The lenses would be great for somebody using a 1990's film body because they are all using the old style screw-drive autofocus system. The 17-55mm lens being the one with a built-in AF motor and can be used on more bodies...
  19. BF Hammer

    External Intervalometer

    I have experimented with the intervalometer connector of my Skywatcher AZ-GTi and let's just say I trust my dedicated intervalometer remote release much more. For $40 or less it is something I never regretted buying. Good luck, I recommend a practice run during the day to verify.
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