What's New?

[MarkBC]

I just got this today, based on these WTW member recommendations.

Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Lens For Nikon

I wouldn't have bought it if the price wasn't so good -- too specialized for my general use if it had been expensive. But it should pair well with my earlier new purchase for capturing broad swaths of the night...which I've only done occasionally in the past, but may now do more.

 

[MarkBC]

I got this back in March...still new to me.

Nikon D750 DSLR Camera Body

I like the better performance in low light -- and full-frame-ness -- of this one, compared to my previous SLR, a Nikon D300s, bought back in 2010.

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And What's New with you??

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

I am ordering a Singh Ray Gold-n-Blue polarizer for landscape, but other than that, not much in the new category.

One of my friends shoots a D750, and loves it. It feels small in my hands, but it produces great results.

 

[Stalking Light]

I think my last purchase was a Singh Ray 5 stop Mor-Slo ND filter. I use it with my LB Color Combo CPL when I want really long shutter speeds.

 

[ski3pin]

What's new for me? Trying to make money to pay for more photography gear and you folks are helping me spend it.

 

[MarkBC]

Here's a low-cost "new" that I also got recently:

I know that these things have their downsides -- I've owned one before. But I bought another one recently after losing another lens cap. I thought I slipped it into my pocket as I always do, and yet...?

Really, I just want to use this in casual situations, like when I'm driving along and see something I want a photo of, hop out of the truck, flip off the cap, click, click, cap back on.

 

[Lighthawk]

New to me is a mirrorless camera. I went with a Fuji XT-1, which has a 16MP APS-C size sensor (1.5 crop).

I wanted a lighter system for hiking, daily usage and as a second smallish camera body. The design is quite retro with knobs for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation with lenses that have actual aperture rings on them. Some of my lenses go down to F1.4 (23mm, 35mm). I've also got a 14mm f2.8. The sharpness and across the frame resolution has been very good, with high ISO capability comfortably to 1600 or better with low noise. It's fun to shoot manual, and I love the EV and LCD which offer focus peaking, so I can get a quick check on what's in focus. Reminds me of my old SLR days in the 70's.

 

[Stalking Light]

I also go a mirrorless setup a while back for hiking, etc. My old body just can't carry my full frame Nikons around very far any more. I went with this one:

It has since been replaced with the GH4, but I am pretty happy with it. I have a 7-14, 14-35, 100-300 and 45mm macro so I can cover most of the focal lengths I want with a fairly light and compact kit. Not ready to dump my DSLR's quite yet, though.

 

[Bill D]

I manage an Apple Reseller store. I borrowed this for learning/evaluation purposes. I'm around toys all day long, so I have to exercise self control.

It's been fun to use so far. I took it on a camping trip with the Hawk to Elk Island and captured footage of bison, storks and a mountain bike ride through the woods.

 

[Bigfoot]

New to me is a mirrorless camera. I went with a Fuji XT-1, which has a 16MP APS-C size sensor (1.5 crop).

I wanted a lighter system for hiking, daily usage and as a second smallish camera body. The design is quite retro with knobs for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation with lenses that have actual aperture rings on them. Some of my lenses go down to F1.4 (23mm, 35mm). I've also got a 14mm f2.8. The sharpness and across the frame resolution has been very good, with high ISO capability comfortably to 1600 or better with low noise. It's fun to shoot manual, and I love the EV and LCD which offer focus peaking, so I can get a quick check on what's in focus. Reminds me of my old SLR days in the 70's.

That's a great system. I've rented an X100 twice (fixed 35mm rangefinder style) which has a similar sensor and controls. Its film simulations and built-in ND filter work amazing well. When shooting RAW+JPEG the JPEG with minor adjustments suits me over half the time--saves significant computer processing time. I am particularly fond of the Monochrome+R Filter and Velvia for landscapes, and the Pro Neg. Hi for people.

 

[Bigfoot]

I also go a mirrorless setup a while back for hiking, etc. My old body just can't carry my full frame Nikons around very far any more. I went with this one:

It has since been replaced with the GH4, but I am pretty happy with it. I have a 7-14, 14-35, 100-300 and 45mm macro so I can cover most of the focal lengths I want with a fairly light and compact kit. Not ready to dump my DSLR's quite yet, though.

I also have the GH4 and several lenses. Very versatile system. It's my go-to video camera, and it is an excellent stills camera although bigger and heavier than other Micro Four Thirds bodies. The swiveling and tilting rear screen makes shooting low angles easy--if I had to contort my body to get ground shots I might not get up!

 

[Lighthawk]

I heard you, Bigfoot. Getting down is one thing, but getting back up is another!
Those tilting screens can make it much more reasonable. It's same reason why I look for longer focal length in macro lenses, so I can shoot from a standing position, instead of down on my knees, usually with a pack on my back.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

I finally got off my duff and ordered a new filter. The Singh Ray LB (Lighter Brighter) color combo polarizer in 77mm. It fits most of my lenses. Should be here Friday.

 

[Stalking Light]

I finally got off my duff and ordered a new filter. The Singh Ray LB (Lighter Brighter) color combo polarizer in 77mm. It fits most of my lenses. Should be here Friday.

That's my go to filter, lives pretty much full time on my 24-70 zoom which is my go to landscape lens.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

That's my go to filter, lives pretty much full time on my 24-70 zoom which is my go to landscape lens.

Charlie, have you ever used the SR Gold-n-Blue filter? I almost went for it, but it seemed that the effect was more than I wanted.

 

[Stalking Light]

Charlie, have you ever used the SR Gold-n-Blue filter? I almost went for it, but it seemed that the effect was more than I wanted.

I had a Gold N Blue for a while but sold it. I never could get the WB right with it, I think it works better with film than digital.

 

[srileo]

New to me is a mirrorless camera. I went with a Fuji XT-1, which has a 16MP APS-C size sensor (1.5 crop).

I wanted a lighter system for hiking, daily usage and as a second smallish camera body. The design is quite retro with knobs for shutter speed, ISO and exposure compensation with lenses that have actual aperture rings on them. Some of my lenses go down to F1.4 (23mm, 35mm). I've also got a 14mm f2.8. The sharpness and across the frame resolution has been very good, with high ISO capability comfortably to 1600 or better with low noise. It's fun to shoot manual, and I love the EV and LCD which offer focus peaking, so I can get a quick check on what's in focus. Reminds me of my old SLR days in the 70's.

I'm lusting for this camera as well. With the 18-155mm i think it should an excellent all-round system.
Currently shooting a D80 with 18-200 and its almost 10 year old system. Shoots well, no complaints.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

The new Singh Ray LB Color combo polarizer arrived yesterday. I haven't had a chance to use it, but will shortly. One note, I got the thin ring version because I will be using it on ultra wides (16mm), and the standard filter would vignette at that wide of an angle. The issue is the Nikon lens cap will not snap down on the filter. I guess I will pick up one of the Neoprene versions that just slips over the end of the lens, or maybe not worry about it.

 

[pvstoy]

Push on cap like this for 77mm filter.... Or a cheaper one from around $9.00

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/157560-REG/Schneider_91_030366_80mm_Push_On_Lens_Cap.html/prm/alsVwDtl

 

[Stalking Light]

The new Singh Ray LB Color combo polarizer arrived yesterday. I haven't had a chance to use it, but will shortly. One note, I got the thin ring version because I will be using it on ultra wides (16mm), and the standard filter would vignette at that wide of an angle. The issue is the Nikon lens cap will not snap down on the filter. I guess I will pick up one of the Neoprene versions that just slips over the end of the lens, or maybe not worry about it.

My filter (same model) came with a plastic push on cap.