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  1. dking99

    Nikon 200mm f2 VRII

    I bought this lens in 2012 brand new from B&H. I used it for portrait photography a few times, but I am now primarily shooting for fun and I realize I just don't get enough use out of the lens anymore. $4800 (Paypal accepted) -Purchsed NEW from B&H Photo -No scratches, dings or blemishes...
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    Nikon D5100 with 18-55mm kit lens

    This camera/lens was part of a kit I built for my Fiance and she's decided to move to another system for photography. The camera/lens is in "like new" condition and includes all paperwork, original box and all packaging, etc... Camera has just over 4,900 actuations and shows only minimal use -...
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    Nikon 35mm f1.8 G Lens SOLD

    SOLD
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    Nikon 85mm f1.8 G Lens

    SOLD
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    New iMac 27", anybody have one yet?

    I just moved over from a 17" HP pavilion laptop last month. I got a refurbished 27" 2012 i7 3.4 through Apple for $1729 (I think). I don't know the exact price because it was a birthday gift! I have been enjoying every second of it!
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    [EXPIRED] Nikon D5100 kit (w/18/55) / 35mm f1.8G / 85mm f1.8G

    This is my fiance's camera I am selling. She rarely uses it, so we're moving on. Everything comes with original packaging and paperwork. Everything (except for the neck strap) is in NEW condition. Package Price: $800 D5100 kit: $400 35mm f1.8G: $150 85mm f1.8G: $400
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    Nikon Df

    Thanks, guys...looks like it's right there with the size of a D610.
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    Nikon Df

    Does anyone know the actual size of this camera body? Is it D3200, 5200 or D7100 size?
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    [EXPIRED] FS: Fuji X100s

    Camera is in mint condition, lens is in mint condition, box and all the original paperwork and packaging are in mint condition. I am selling this camera after moving to an X-E1 system. I will provide a B&H photo receipt if requested. -Extra Fuji battery included (two total) -About 2k shots...
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    [EXPIRED] FS: Nikon 24-70 f2.8 G

    $1,700 OBO (PAYPAL ONLY) Includes all fees & I will pay shipping anywhere in USA. Like new condition. No visible scratches. Includes all original bags, packing, paperwork, box, etc...I just noticed the lens hood does have a small chip on the inside when it mounts to the lens. It does not...
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    Best place to sell old wedding ring?

    Thanks for the insight. I wasn't so optimistic about going to a pawn store. I may check into a few local pawn shops to see what I can get. Pete - I think we're going to Jamaica for the wedding, so I doubt Vegas would be a realistic stop. But that would be a cool idea!
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    Best place to sell old wedding ring?

    I'll spare the details, but I still have an old wedding ring appraised at almost $4,000 that I am looking to get rid of. Originally my plan was to hold on to it and use it as "trade in value" when I was ready to purchase another engagement ring. Well, that time has come and the jewelry store I...
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    Why Nikon Chooses f1.4 & Canon Chooses f1.2?

    Physical diameter of the lens mount....I'll take that as the answer.
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    Why Nikon Chooses f1.4 & Canon Chooses f1.2?

    Simple question that I have never thought to ask. Why does Canon build f1.2 pro lenses while Nikon builds predominantly f1.4 pro lenses?
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    NOT one person caught THIS...???

    They're being sued now... http://www.buzzfeed.com/mikehayes/asiana-airlines-will-sue-san-francisco-television-station-fo
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    My "Chubby" arrived today -- PIX ADDED

    I find it very hard to shoot a bad image with this lens. I also find it hard to pull any other lens out of my bad during a portrait session. Even if it means standing 50 yards away to shoot a family of four.
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    No more weddings

    Totally sick of it...I am turning down jobs right now and passing them along to other photographers looking to grow. I guess I am at that stage of "giving back" right now. I did about 15 weddings over a 8-9 year span, first charging $500 and ended up at $1850 which only included a DVD...
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    Strange CP results, see image

    My polarizing sunglasses produce this same effect through a lot of different glass/plexiglass/plastics. The tinted windows in my car REALLY adds to the effect.
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    ISO 1 million or higher camera?

    Using an assumed ISO "of today's highest cameras" to be 3200, I calculated 1000 x more sensitive to be ISO3.2M. At ISO3.2M, you are about 10 stops better than ISO3200. Playing along with this scenario, if you were shooting at night @ f2.8 ISO3200 1/2 sec. with a camera today, you'd be able...
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    Showcase Nikon 24mm f/1.4 G AF-S - Part II

    Ok, that makes sense...I am following you now!
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    Showcase Nikon 24mm f/1.4 G AF-S - Part II

    I'm confused...are you joking?
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    Reviews of x100s

    Ok everyone, here are my results.... First, I would like to mention the fact that there was nothing too scientific about this test. I am sure other will put more technical thought into a better comparison, but I am doing this mostly for my own knowledge and understanding of both camera's...
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    Reviews of x100s

    One more: f2, 1/200, ISO3200
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    Reviews of x100s

    This one right here is TOY mode @ f2, 1/56, ISO800 As you can see, the detail is not much different at ISO3200 (above) in the shots that avoid motion blur.
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    Reviews of x100s

    Just to give you guys an idea, it was a cloudy/overcast day yesterday. Up a few floors in an apartment building. The back wall leading to the balcony are windows with blinds. Blinds were angled "open" to let as much light in as possible, but the amount of light quickly faded the further away...
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    Reviews of x100s

    I got mine Friday (ordered from BH on Jan 15) and I am still learning. There are a few things I need to brush up on and become more comfortable with, but that will come in time. Took a bunch of casual snap-shots this weekend and just loaded them. I was in Auto ISO up to 3200 today in a low /...
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    I have zero hand on experience, so I am totally looking forward to what you're stating above! Just got my sipping confirmation from B&H! I will have the Fuji X100s in my hands tomorrow!
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    Some smaller things to consider... -No accidental dust on sensor to deal with when traveling -Small enough that it wont aggravate a spouse if you bring it "everywhere" -Less recognizable...safer in public and allows you to get more shots without being seen. -VERY quiet shutter (shooting in...
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    I thought about that as well...going with a D7000/D7100 (instead) and pairing it up with my 35 f1.4. That would be cheaper for me than the Fuji X100s, but I kept reminding myself the reason I want this so bad and that's because of it's smaller size and fixed lens. For me, it's the fact that...
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    I ordered mine January 15th from B&H. Right now the order status is: "In stock, order sent to warehouse Standard." I just contacted B&H and they said it is scheduled to ship today which means I will have it by tomorrow around 11am!
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    Pretty good results next to a Sony RX1. I actually prefer the rich color produced by the Fuji X100s. http://www.quesabesde.com/noticias/fuji-x100s-analisis-muestras-comparativa-sony-rx1,1_9607
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    Fuji x100s: Show me your results!

    Mine is on pre-order from B&H. Their availability date is March 22 (Friday). I've never purchased anything on pre-order before and I am wondering if it will be shipped on the 22nd, or if they need a day or two to process and then they'll ship it out on maybe Monday. Any idea? My weekend...
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    Fuji X100S announced

    Dom, I like the way you put that - "its 1000 steps sideways and a galaxy up!" I have two cameras right now; a D3 and a Canon S100. So what I meant was, the X100s will be replacing my P&S Canon S100. The S100 is a great P&S, but for me it just lacks any control factor. In the X100s, I am...
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    New sigma 35mm 1.4 VS. Nikon 35mm 1.4G

    I completely agree. Someone MUST have reviewed both lenses side by side and later returned one. Where would a review like this exist? I've done an exact side by side comparison of 200 f2 (VRI vs. VRII), 70-200 (VRI vs. VRII) and 85 (1.8G vs 1.4G) and posted all the results here on the Cafe...
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    Podium Shooting at an Awards Ceremony

    Final deliverable to the client is "all images on disc." I should be allowed to roam around free (just like any wedding ceremony) given that I respect the guests around me. My first thought is the 85mm and then I can always fall back to my 70-200 if needed. Yes, ISO will be up there. I...
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    Podium Shooting at an Awards Ceremony

    I have an event to shoot this weekend at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC. It will be in the evening, so there will be no daylight coming in from the skylights above...
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    Anyone tried teles on the 24-120 f4?

    If you're looking to put a TC to that lens for added distance, why not look for a used 70-300? You can get those $375-$400.
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    70-200 2.8 VR1 or 70-200 F/4?

    I was just going to mention (like Aleksey did) stopping down the VRI to f4 and then comparing corner sharpness to the f4. If they're comparable, you have everything of the f4 and a little more in the VRI.
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    Fuji X100S announced

    You're right...I am mentally used to a faster prime, but I'll get over it. Right now my p&s is a Canon S100. Huge step up to the Fuji.
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