The price to performance of used cameras is absurd. My view is that digital photography tech hit maturity in 2008 with the release of the Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D700.
There is an overwhelming amount of professional gear out there at rock bottom prices. Consumer gear can be a blast when it’s cheap enough. The right camera for a style of shooting is going to be better than whatever the newest camera happens to be. (Unless you’re doing sports/action/wildlife. AF tech is getting absurd.)
Third Party Battery Paranoia
I have had batteries fall apart, fail within months, and with a capacity far below what’s on the label. It’s difficult to find good quality third party batteries.
There is an easy way ANYONE can inexpensively capacity test camera batteries. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to capacity test camera batteries. It is a simple DIY project that only requires, ~$30, a screwdriver, and pair of wire strippers.
Picking Out Vintage Lens Winners
All lenses aren’t equal, especially when it comes to vintage and early digital camera lenses. Modern lenses will give you images that are razor sharp corner to corner. Vintage lenses can set themselves apart by how they render, the color you can get with them, interesting bokeh, or other characteristics not valued by current photographers.
On the other hand, many vintage lenses are not good. Their performance may not be good enough to set them apart from other lenses. Worse, as time has gone on some lenses have defects such as haze, fungus, balsam separation, or degraded grease, that will render them worthless because of the difficulty in repair.
I’m somewhat indiscriminate in my purchasing of gear, so I get a mix of good, bad, and average. The lens reviews will help you find a lens worth owning. These are popular film cameras that recieve frequent lens questions.
The Nikon D810 is a full-frame DSLR that offers exceptional image quality and versatility, making it a favorite among professional photographers. This camera uses Nikon F-mount lenses, which provide a wide array of options due to their extensive compatibility and availability.
Nikon’s lenses, including both FX and DX-format lenses, are compatible with the D810. However, DX lenses will result in a cropped 1.5x field of view. Nikon has a vast collection of lenses to choose from, ranging from wide-angle to telephoto, prime to zoom, and standard to specialty lenses like macro or fisheye.
In the realm of photography, a picture is only as good as its lens allows it to be. With the Nikon D850’s high resolution and dynamic range, the choice of lens becomes even more critical. This guide will walk you through everything from the basics of camera lenses, their compatibility with the Nikon D850, to the best lenses for different types of photography.
Lens Name Focal Length Maximum Aperture Lens Type Pros Cons Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.
In the realm of photography, a picture is only as good as its lens allows it to be. With the Nikon D850’s high resolution and dynamic range, the choice of lens becomes even more critical. This guide will walk you through everything from the basics of camera lenses, their compatibility with the Nikon D850, to the best lenses for different types of photography.
Lens Name Focal Length Maximum Aperture Lens Type Pros Cons Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.
The Nikon D5600 DSLR is a versatile camera that accommodates a wide array of lenses to meet the needs of different photographers. Whether you’re a landscape, portrait, or macro photographer, there’s a perfect lens for you. This guide explores the best Nikon D5600 lenses, discussing compatibility, acronyms, and suggestions for various types of photography.
Top Lenses for the Nikon D5600 Lens Aperture Suitable for Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR f/3.
The Nikon D5600 DSLR is a versatile camera that accommodates a wide array of lenses to meet the needs of different photographers. Whether you’re a landscape, portrait, or macro photographer, there’s a perfect lens for you. This guide explores the best Nikon D5600 lenses, discussing compatibility, acronyms, and suggestions for various types of photography.
Top Lenses for the Nikon D5600 Lens Aperture Suitable for Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR f/3.
As a new photographer, choosing the right lens for your Nikon D5500 can significantly enhance your photography skills. Different lenses provide different perspectives, depth-of-field, and lighting conditions, allowing you to capture various types of photos such as portraits, landscapes, close-ups, and much more.
For instance, a prime lens like Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G is ideal for portraiture, while a telephoto lens like Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR is perfect for wildlife photography.
