cvrle59 wrote:
I'm wondering, what was the problem for Nikon, to program the same thing, such way, that you point middle of the frame (AF point) into your object,
and you press AF-ON, or shutter button half way, then it starts tracking.
I just don't get it...
its actually exactly how it works on the d5, however in Video mode, using AF-F - it literally does the same thing but without needing to activate it with the focus button. strange i know.
sungphoto wrote:
Random thought, but I was thinking about why Nikon decided to limit the EFCS up to 1/2000 on the Z6/Z7.
I initially found it kind of annoying because most mirrorless cameras have much higher EFCS max shutter speed (fuji and sony specifically). However, I now remember having issues with banding on my old A7Rii bodies when I pushed the shutter speed up past 1/1000 and used strobes in HSS. Was a pain to have to remember to turn off EFCS on the Sony bodies when I knew I was using flash and higher shutter speeds, as sometimes I'd forget and wouldn't notice the banding until I got the images into LR. I believe it has something to do with how the strobe pulses the flash in HSS mode (as in normal flash sync speeds it's just one continuous flash) and how it doesn't play well with the EFCS.
In a way having a 1/2000 SS limit on EFCS is a good thing as it reduces the chances of banding in this increasingly common flash technique. As an aside, DSLRs do not have this issue - it's limited to mirrorless cameras....Show more →
The EFCS is also limited on the D850 to 1/2000sec also
charles.K wrote:
The EFCS is also limited on the D850 to 1/2000sec also
Ah yes - I forgot about that. I never really notice that because when I use the quiet shutter mode, I'm typically at pretty low shutter speeds (at or a little below reciprocal rule depending on the subject and focal length).
Nice shots Tek9. You don't need fast AF when shooting well behaved dogs, ferns, and fungi. You just need it to be accurate, sharp, with nice Bokeh. All three of which are apparent in your images. Nice job.
1bwana1 wrote:
Nice shots Tek9. You don't need fast AF when shooting well behaved dogs, ferns, and fungi. You just need it to be accurate, sharp, with nice Bokeh. All three of which are apparent in your images. Nice job.
You don't need it for travel, hiking and landscapes either. Not sure if I'd photograph a wedding with it yet (as a 2nd photographer), but I'm starting to question, if I need my D850.
Got my Z6 / 24-70 S this morning, spent a fair bit of the day "Moving In" and getting it dialed. Man is this thing good, ! Given how good the 24-70 is I am getting the 50mm 1.8S for sure.
When setting the camera to Jpeg Fine, standard picture setting with a touch of increased contrast and high ISO noise reduction on low, I am getting *really* nice results in very low light at ISO 20,000, looks like the D750 at 12,800. With NR off, Monochrome in high contrast, it looks like Tmax 3200 when set to ISO 51,000, pretty darn nice. And again, this is in jpeg.
At first AF was hit, hunt and the occasional miss in low light but I feel like because the whole experience is much different, I have to approach it differently too so with practice, I am getting better results.
So far the Z6 is exactly what I was hoping it would be, even it's connectivity with otherwise PITA Snapbridge is workable.
I’d keep a DSLR of some sort if you plan on second shooting weddings purely because all mirrorless cameras (Sony, Nikon, Fuji, etc) are not as good as a DSLR for dance floor shots due to the grid type AF beam - which only works with DSLRs. You could prob get away with a D750 for that kind of thing though
tek9 wrote:
You don't need it for travel, hiking and landscapes either. Not sure if I'd photograph a wedding with it yet (as a 2nd photographer), but I'm starting to question, if I need my D850.
charles.K wrote:
I have been observing the shots so far with the Z6 and I am finding the rendering is very organic in feel!
My observations are that the 2018 vintage of this historic manufacturer's top organic cameras still feels relatively young and primary. It's on the verge of revealing a characteristic of complex and exotic savory spices but still keep them hidden away. Presently it shows pleasing aromas of cedar, plum, raspberry and licorice. The palate is where this camera hints at its ability to stand the test of time, as baking spices and plums fold neatly into stony, earthy tannins, creating a camera of power and grace.
1bwana1 wrote:
My observations are that the 2018 vintage of this historic manufacturer's top organic cameras still feels relatively young and primary. It's on the verge of revealing a characteristic of complex and exotic savory spices but still keep them hidden away. Presently it shows pleasing aromas of cedar, plum, raspberry and licorice. The palate is where this camera hints at its ability to stand the test of time, as baking spices and plums fold neatly into stony, earthy tannins, creating a camera of power and grace.
Seriously I have always erred to fat pixels particularly with the latest sensor technology. The A7s with its mere 12 MP FF sensor produced amazing B&W shots. The graduation and fall off in rendering were unique and produced some of my favorite portraits. Similarly with the Leica M9 18MP CCD sensor and the D700/D750. I suspect the Z6 will prove to follow in line with FF 24MP latest sensor.
I have in the past always kept a high MP body and then the lower MP as I just love the tonality and fall off which lends wonderfully for portraits.
I'm still playing with basics, trying to set it up for my needs, but I spotted one thing that I like a lot, EVF and LCD displays can be set differently, I mean, to show different things in shooting mode.
I can't remember exactly, but I think Fuji X-T2 doesn't do it that way, it's the same.
charles.K wrote:
I have in the past always kept a high MP body and then the lower MP as I just love the tonality and fall off which lends
wonderfully for portraits.
I think along the same lines. The Z6 and D850 should serve me well for several years I hope. Looking forward to what a D850 or Z7 follow-on might look in a few years.
So what is the best setup on the Z6/Z7 to capture action photos? I use BB and AF-C. How about the rest of the setup? Example photos with your setup would be nice to see. The basketball photos in this thread were fantastic by the way.
! Given how good the 24-70 is I am getting the 50mm 1.8S for sure.