******Sorry guys, it’s been sold already! Thank you for your interest! ******
Just a video review of the D70 that I’m planing on selling…
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Nikon D70 Digital Camera Body with Extra Accessories
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Tuesday Mar 16, 2010Best way to improve autofocus in no/low light situations for Nikon D90?
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Monday Mar 15, 2010I use a Nikon D90 in a no/low light situation for concerts where flash i strictly forbidden. The issue is that the AF assist illuminator light is way to white and bright to be used in this circumstance. It just to closely resembles a flash and will get be booted and blacklisted from certain venues.
So the question is this. Is there an accessory or workaround for improving the ability of the cameras auto focus without using the bright white light that is the assist lamp? It looks like the speed light accessory have a red autofocus lamp but that you would have to shoot with a flash to use it? What about a gel pack, or similar over the existing lamp?
Lens is an ultra fast 50mm f1.4. Turning off the AF lamp is what I already do. I am proficient with my camera. The question remains how can I get better autofocus without having that lamp on.
As previous poster stated, faster lens may help.
The AF assist light is very annoying, thus it is best to disable it in concert venues.
Another thing you can do is focus on a contrasting edge that has enough light that is the same distance as your subject. You can try focus on eyes or eye glasses. You need to set your camera so the focus zone is fixed (usually the center zone) and lock the zone using the lever switch just below and to the left of your 4-way selector (page 56 in your manual). The lock prevents the 4-way selector from moving the focus zone. Then, set your auto focus function to AF-S (page 54 in your manual) to lock your focus when you depress the shutter half way. After you lock your focus, you can compose and shoot. I’ve used this technique shooting stage shows and dance venues with the given lighting.
Be sure to set your white balance. Usually, tungsten or use the Kelvin setting to get the white balance right.
Shooting in manual mode is helpful. Stage event lighting is tricky for an auto exposure system to get right. Set your LCD monitor to highlight mode so you can see overexposed areas (page 163).
Nikon Prostaff Spotting Scopes
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Monday Mar 15, 2010
http://www.shootingpost.com/spotting-scopes/nikon-spotting-scopes
Nikon Spotting Scopes, especially the Nikon Prostaff Spotting Scope, which can be easily transported, make a perfect scope for those who spend time outdoors. They are very convenient as an optical ins
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Zacuto Z-Finder
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Tuesday Mar 9, 2010
The Z-Finder is Zacutos Optical Viewfinder that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 3x focusable magnification, a 40mm diameter lens, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, and a field of view perfectly matched to LCD screens. With Optics by Schneider, this 6 oz viewfinder is a filmmakers best tool for creating precision focus. The Z-finder currently fits the Canon 5d, Canon 7d, Nikon D90, Panasonic GH1 (see note below), and many other cameras. The Z-finder is made to fit a 3 diagonal screen but other factors come into play such as button placement, slanting of the camera viewfinder etc. Please see below for interior dimensions of the Z-Finder.
The Z-Finder attaches to your camera LCD by using a flat snap fit frame. The snap fit frame attaches to your LCD screen with a double sided adhesive. The Z-finder snaps on and off to the flat frame very quickly. The Z-Finder also has optional rubber bands, Z-Bands, to hold the Z-finder in place. The Z-Bands are just a security measure to hold the Z-Finder in place in case of accidental bumping. The Z-bands are an option and can be added below. The Z-Bands cannot be used without the snap fit frame!
We also added a lanyard hook on the outside of the Z-Finder so you can attach a Zacuto lanyard to your Z-Finder. This allows for the user to quickly take the Z-finder off and on when needed. The lanyard hook and lanyard is included with the Z-Finder.
Z-Finder Features:
3x magnification
Range of 3 diopters
Allows DSLR cameras to have correct form factor for video
Field of view perfectly matched to LCD screen size
No light-leak eyecup
40mm diameter lens for excellent light throughput
Weight: 6 oz.
Outer dimensions of snap fit frame: 71mm wide x 56mm tall
Inner dimensions of snap fit frame: 62mm wide x 46.7mm tall
Extra Notes & Warnings:
- If you are going to be moving between extreme environments, it is suggested that you use an anti-fog material. Zacuto sells the Fog Eliminator; 3 sheets for $5.00.
- If you have two cameras or just need a spare mounting frame, that can be added when checking out as well.
- If you wear reading glasses/farsightedness, check the option below for taller mounting frame. The taller mounting frame is a temporary fix until we get our new frames. Once we get the new frame in stock, we will automatically send it to you. If you check the taller frame option, we will only send you the taller frame with the Z-finder, not the single frame.
- The Z-finder is a magnifier and as such will magnify the sun and could damage the LCD screen if the sun is allowed to shine directly through the Z-finder lens. This is not a defect but a physical property. Caution should be taken to avoid sun magnification.
- We have modified the snap fit frame to fit the Panasonic GH1. However, the Z-finder hangs below the GH1 camera body, therefore in order to set the camera down flat you need to have a plate on the bottom of the camera such as the Manfrotto 394. If you have the GH1 camera and want to use the Z-finder, when ordering please select that you have the GH1 camera.
http://store.zacuto.com/Z-Finder.html
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Is a nikon D90 a good camera to use for studio/planned Photography?
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Monday Mar 8, 2010Hi im only very new to photography and im looking at getting a Nikon D90 but im just wondering if it is compatible with studio lighting accessories? as it has everything i want for the other types of photography i want to do im just not sure if its suitable for studio work. thanks for your help.
Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera – good enough for studio later on you might upgrade to Nikon D3s
# 3.0-inch 920,000 pixel (VGA x 3 colors) TFT-LCD
# Live View with contrast-detect AF, face detection
# Image sensor cleaning (sensor shake)
# Movie capture at up to 1280 x 720 (720p) 24 fps with mono sound
# IS0 200-3200 range (100-6400 expanded)
# 4.5 frames per second continuous shooting
# 3D tracking AF (11 point)
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Ivory Bridal Accessories
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Sunday Mar 7, 2010
http://www.simplyelegantbridalaccessories.com offers brides who have chosen the elegant color of ivory for their wedding day, stunning wedding and bridal accessories that are sure to make a lovely impression.
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spacemen “preecekauf”
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Tuesday Mar 2, 2010
test edit for a scene from the upcoming sci-fi shorty “spacemen”. our heroes desperately need to stock up on supplies of “venellian preece” at all costs. Shot with a Nikon D90 DSLR in “liveview”-mode.
http://www.filmliga-franken.de for more!
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What do I need with a Nikon D90?
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Monday Mar 1, 2010I already know that I am going to purchase a Nikon D90 camera and take some photography classes. I found a Nikon d90 kit on Ebay that includes the camera with 7 lenses (2 which are VR) and tons of accessories including carrying cases, 2 tripods etc for $1800…more stuff than I can list here.One of the lenses is a 650mm-1300mm long range lens. How much of all this stuff do I actually need to start a portfolio with??? Any input would be appreciated. I would like to get something that I don’t have to upgrade for AWHILE so I wouldn’t mind paying the price if it’s all really worth it.
Please , please, please IGNORE that ridiculous "kit" on eBay. 95% of it is useless junk which will either break or be tossed in the garbage. Those supposed "lenses" are nothing but cheap screw-in attachments which will do nothing except degrade your images. That 650-1300mm "long range lens" has slightly better optical quality than the average glass bottle. The tripods are cheap stamped metal which is flimsy and prone to shaking. There’s probably a 3 pack of filters included – filters of an unknown brand and dubious quality. One is probably labeled as an "FL" which is needed by film users in fluorescent light but is useless to you (your white balance can be set for flourescent light). The Circular Polarizer and UV filters will likely self-destruct after a few uses.
IGNORE THE EBAY KIT!
All you need to get started is the camera and lens that comes with it.
Nikon D90 w/18-105mm VR lens, $1,199.95 at B&H.
Nikon D90 w/18-105mm VR lens & 55-200mm VR lens, $1,449.95 at B&H. http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Buy a quality Haze/UV filter for your lens (one for each lens if you opt for a two lens kit) and a quality Circular Polarizer (again, one for each lens unless they share a common filter size). Heliopan, Hoya, Singh-Ray, B+W and Tiffen are all good filter brands.
Buy a good microfiber lens cloth to keep your filters spotless.
You can add a quality tripod later – Slik, Velbon, Benro, Manfrotto are just four good choices.
Chinese Brocade Accessory Accessories
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Monday Mar 1, 2010
http://china-cart.com Chinese Brocade Accessory Accessories
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Think Tank Gear & The Pro Speed Belt
Posted by admin | Under Nikon D90 Accessories Tuesday Feb 23, 2010
A short video on some of my Think Tank Gear, and how it all fits on the Pro Speed Belt. I have found them all to be excellent products, and I would recommend them. Shows the Digital Holster 40, LC 75 Pop Down Lens Case, the Lens Changer 15, and the Pro Speed Belt. Shot with my Nikon D90.
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