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Today, 05:34 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Unscientific IBIS test in Z7

I'll bet it can be found somewhere. Once I have a lens with VR I'll give it a try. May be a while, I'm waiting on either the 500mm 5.6 or the...

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Today, 01:47 PM

Marcel replied to a thread Formatting CF cards in D810

This is only true if you format the cards on your computer instead of inside the camera. There is a simple explanation. When you format a CF card in...

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Today, 02:53 AM

Rick M replied to a poll Voting for Jan. 8 - 14 Weekly Challenge: "Earrings" in Weekly Photo Challenges

Difficult decision, all interesting in their own way.

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Today, 02:36 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Unscientific IBIS test in Z7

I've seen some decent 1 second shots on other IBIS systems. Comes in handy if you like the smooth water effect and dont have a tripod with you.

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Today, 01:39 AM

Rick M started a thread Unscientific IBIS test in Z7

Below is a casual IBIS test conducted on my messy desk. Both exposures are 1/2 second, the first is one shot with IBIS on (only one taken) and the...

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Yesterday, 08:26 PM

Rick M replied to a thread No market for DX cameras, or so we are told in Non-Nikon Cameras

I've found IBIS is really just something nice to have. Like anything new, you might like it after you try it. For me it significantly reduces the...

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Yesterday, 01:02 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens Teardown in Telephoto

Amazing what they can pack in between each barrel!

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Yesterday, 12:52 AM

Rick M replied to a thread No market for DX cameras, or so we are told in Non-Nikon Cameras

They are going to sync IBIS with VR for greater stabilization. The two combined will be better than either separately. Olympus is up to 6.5 stops...

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01-14-2020, 09:04 PM

Rick M replied to a thread No market for DX cameras, or so we are told in Non-Nikon Cameras

I'd like to see nikon test the waters with a higher pixel density Dx mirrorless, 32mp in the Z50 form with stabilization. With fast readout and...

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01-12-2020, 03:59 PM

Rick M replied to a poll Voting for Jan. 1 - 7 Weekly Challenge: "Leaf/Leaves" in Weekly Photo Challenges

Congratulations! Nice job folks!

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01-12-2020, 03:47 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Steve Perry video: Wildlife - Best Techniques in Wild Life

Customers do not look at images the way we do. Our obsession with perfection does not translate into more sales (all the time). I can't tell you how...

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01-10-2020, 01:32 AM

Rick M replied to a thread New road map for Z lenses in General Lenses

We need a long Prime!!! at least a 300 f4 for now and a 500 5.6 on the map!

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01-07-2020, 11:01 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Nikon 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR AF-S in Telephoto

That's a beast! The sample shots look great.

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01-07-2020, 10:57 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Nikon Z 70-200 2.8 in General Lenses

I'm on the fence, this is the longest Z s on the road map currently that I'd be interested in. At the same time I'd buy a 500mm f5.6 if it were...

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01-07-2020, 09:58 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Insurance Question in Photography Business

In NY there is a $500 minimum for small business insurance. Mine is through CNA, because it didn't cost $500 a year they added on an adjustment to...

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01-07-2020, 09:30 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Insurance Question in Photography Business

This all comes down to your comfort level, "do you feel lucky" :) As long as no one knows you win. The value of business insurance is much more...

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01-07-2020, 07:25 PM

Rick M replied to a thread If you're think about upgrading to the D780... in D750

I used to be on the incremental upgrade bandwagon also, too expensive and not really satisfying 2 months later. Current models have so much I'll...

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01-07-2020, 06:52 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Insurance Question in Photography Business

Exactly. If you start getting paid you'll need Business insurance if you want the correct above board coverage. Homeowners is usually total loss...

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01-07-2020, 03:44 AM

Rick M started a thread Nikon Z 70-200 2.8 in General Lenses

The next installment of the trinity: ...

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01-07-2020, 03:37 AM

Rick M replied to a thread hi! I'm from Arizona in New Member Introductions

Welcome to the site!

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01-05-2020, 04:25 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Nikon Zs must be good in Off Topic

I think they have a real winner with the Z50 and it's probably a marketing test. A lot of people dont return things or cancel subscriptions when they...

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01-02-2020, 08:23 PM

Rick M replied to a thread What new gear are you hoping for in 2020 in Off Topic

I'm hoping for the Z series 20mm and the new 500mm 5.6

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01-02-2020, 06:32 PM

Rick M replied to a thread Back in the saddle....., Almost in Z7

Thank you Jake. That's what pushed me over the edge, to me it's a perfect size coming from m34, amazing they squeezed an fx sensor in a small...

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12-30-2019, 01:37 PM

Marcel replied to a thread Marcel's 2019 Nikon AND Fuji shots. in Project 365 & Daily Photos

The snow has almost melted... A little sas as fas as I'm concerned.

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12-30-2019, 01:20 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Post your Z7 Shots! in Z7

The Grand-babies...,

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12-24-2019, 11:08 AM

Marcel replied to a thread Recommendation for D7000/ Yongnuo YN-565EX ETTL Settings for Models? in Flashes

First thing to check is which mode are you using? If you are shooting in auto mode, a lot of options will not be available to you. One more thing to...

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12-23-2019, 12:10 AM

Marcel replied to a thread Marcel's 2019 Nikon AND Fuji shots. in Project 365 & Daily Photos

While waiting to do a train shot I caught this blue heron flying under the bridge where I was waiting.

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12-20-2019, 05:26 AM

Rick M replied to a thread Update on Our Health Issues and the Good News in Off Topic

Good to hear you folks are making progress, Merry Christmas and a great new year!!

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