GroWeb wrote:
Thanks for your kind words, Jim. I got the D7200 converted last summer. I had the unconverted camera sitting in my cupboard, going unused and looking plaintively at me whenever I went to take gear out. The selling price for the D7200 had gone so low that I didn't want to virtually give away such a great camera, and I didn't know anyone I wanted to just give it to. So I decided it would be nice to have a 720nM DSLR to go with my 590nM Fuji X-T2. As a result, I now have more photographic options instead of an unused camera. It also inspired me to bring my glorious D800E back into the rotation. Now with the X-T4 also available, I can mix and match the DSLR experience---which, as you know, is uniquely enjoyable---with the mirrorless experience.
Now, since I still have quite a few images left from the fall, and as Scott's winter berries, Leighton's birdhouse, and Ray's frosty forest scene have evoked shivering coldness in me (to go with the "Arctic vortex" outside ), here are a few more photos from a warmer time. These are some forest still-lifes from Big Qualicum River on October 1, 2023. They were taken with the 135 f/3.5 QC (first three) and the 35 f/2 OC (last one) mounted on the Fuji X-T4 and Lens Turbo II....Show more →
I didn't think it got real cold where you are. Also, I love the second image.
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serge07 wrote:
Hi, everyone:
Chrysler Building completed in 1930 was the tallest in the world until surpassed by the Empire State Building,1931.
Don't go anywhere anymore, so embarrassed to post, but maybe these being from my favorite 18mm may be of interest, have not had much rain, very clear skies most days.
Rafael, Are those lemons glued on every conceivable place on that tree? Wood chipper recommendation is rent one that is way better than you would be willing to spend. They will deliver it, take it away - and if it breaks too bad for them.
Don't go anywhere anymore, so embarrassed to post, but maybe these being from my favorite 18mm may be of interest, have not had much rain, very clear skies most days.
The D800 FPS are not anything to brag about (3.8), but yesterday I got a 4 image burst of a house finch in dull blizzard weather - almost none of them in good focus. However, they have an artsy quality that I like. I have been naughty getting AF lenses, other items, and a camera for the day the eye sight was even worse. Now that I prepared - it starts getting better? They say confession is good for the soul.
D800 with the 600mm f5.6 ais and the modified tc-16a
James Markus wrote:
Rafael, Are those lemons glued on every conceivable place on that tree? Wood chipper recommendation is rent one that is way better than you would be willing to spend. They will deliver it, take it away - and if it breaks too bad for them.
James, I think the lemon tree found the septic seep field, lemons are tasty!
The thing about the Chipper is that my lot is on a hillside, moving a heavy one around is not easy, also my gardeners are busy and would need it to stay around for weeks. Cost me $2K.
If I buy a $2 or $3K 4" or 5" chipper it could last a few years, would take some time to mulch all the current brush but then the upkeep of all those palm fronds and new brush would be easier. Was hoping the east coast guys may which is a good brand.
I have few AF and AF-D Nikkor lens. Now I own a Z7-II, those AF Nikkor lens cannot auto focus because the Nikon FTZ does not have built-in motor, this effectively makes all my AF Nikkor lens manual focus lens. I am still trying out my AF lens with the FTZ. Do the AF-D lens count in this forum as manual focus lens if they are mounted in a Z body with the FTZ?
TCNg wrote:
I have few AF and AF-D Nikkor lens. Now I own a Z7-II, those AF Nikkor lens cannot auto focus because the Nikon FTZ does not have built-in motor, this effectively makes all my AF Nikkor lens manual focus lens. I am still trying out my AF lens with the FTZ. Do the AF-D lens count in this forum as manual focus lens if they are mounted in a Z body with the FTZ?
Thanks,
-TC
That would be a no. We try to limit them to just the manual glass.
Don't go anywhere anymore, so embarrassed to post, but maybe these being from my favorite 18mm may be of interest, have not had much rain, very clear skies most days.
Quite frankly Rafael, I wouldn't waste your money on a small chipper like that. They are too small to intake many branches at once and will take you forever to run a sizable pile through it. Not sure what the law is in your part of the country, but here we can burn brush piles. In fact, I just burned one the size of our kitchen and it was all gone in a couple of hours. You could also take them to the local landfill. Just my 2 cents.
James Markus wrote:
The D800 FPS are not anything to brag about (3.8), but yesterday I got a 4 image burst of a house finch in dull blizzard weather - almost none of them in good focus. However, they have an artsy quality that I like. I have been naughty getting AF lenses, other items, and a camera for the day the eye sight was even worse. Now that I prepared - it starts getting better? They say confession is good for the soul.
D800 with the 600mm f5.6 ais and the modified tc-16a
TCNg wrote:
I have few AF and AF-D Nikkor lens. Now I own a Z7-II, those AF Nikkor lens cannot auto focus because the Nikon FTZ does not have built-in motor, this effectively makes all my AF Nikkor lens manual focus lens. I am still trying out my AF lens with the FTZ. Do the AF-D lens count in this forum as manual focus lens if they are mounted in a Z body with the FTZ?
Thanks,
-TC
Kevin is right, ONLY true manual focus Nikon lenses are allowed. But hey, that's easy. Buy yourself 1 or 20 and join us. You can get some REALLY cheap and they have a way of making your photography more interesting/fun.
Yup, I bought a balance board, balance ball thingy (the half ball thing), kettle bells in 5/10/15 pound increments, and some slant things for stretching, as I'm determined to keep my balance.
saph wrote:
Laura, no need to tell you that, you already know but do keep up with the therapy/exercises. Arthritis and back (and hip) all benefit a lot from regular strengthening and stretching exercises.
grantgoodes wrote:
Agreed, such a great lens! It's the only Nikkor I sold and then re-bought, so I can confirm it should be in everyone's kit (if they can shoot MF Nikkors).
James Markus wrote:
The D800 FPS are not anything to brag about (3.8), but yesterday I got a 4 image burst of a house finch in dull blizzard weather - almost none of them in good focus. However, they have an artsy quality that I like. I have been naughty getting AF lenses, other items, and a camera for the day the eye sight was even worse. Now that I prepared - it starts getting better? They say confession is good for the soul.
D800 with the 600mm f5.6 ais and the modified tc-16a
), here are a few more photos from a warmer time. These are some forest still-lifes from Big Qualicum River on October 1, 2023. They were taken with the 135 f/3.5 QC (first three) and the 35 f/2 OC (last one) mounted on the Fuji X-T4 and Lens Turbo II.
28mm f2.8 ais.
