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Unread 01/28/2020, 02:23 PM   #176
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I've had both 100s and both are fine examples of optical equipment. I shot Canon and kept only my 100 f2.8 macro til I could upgrade, then it was stolen and when I finally upgraded I went to a D850. That was instantly paired with the 105. I can't say one is better than the other but the autofocus on my current kit is wicked.


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Unread 02/07/2020, 09:49 PM   #177
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So, the d300 that I was so generously gifted has surpassed 150K clicks, I’m starting to look at replacements. D7100/7200 or something newer? I have a decent complement of F-mount lenses and tubes.


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Unread 02/08/2020, 05:16 PM   #178
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So this is just my personal opinion. I'm on my second 300, (I should say the one I have now is a 300s). When I had my old 200's, they got up over 200k. These bodys and their mechanics are built very well and will take quite the beating if takin care of. They were made as Pro bodys. The others you are looking at don't fit this type. I don't want to say they won't be fine, but if you haven't tried them, put one in your hands before you buy one. There are a lot of 300s available and you can get them with low count for a very little amount.
My next body will be a d500.


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Unread 02/08/2020, 08:28 PM   #179
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My D300 is still going strong! I haven’t had a single shutter stick. I bought a kit and cleaned the sensor, there was a bit of stubborn dust on it but it’s a champ now. I plan o driveling it into the ground, it is a great body and 12MP is all the resolution I need for our purposes. I’m just being proactive and thinking about the day it had taken it’s last shot.

I would like video and 20K WB setting which I think the D500 can do.


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Unread 02/09/2020, 12:52 PM   #180
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After my first 300, I went to the 300s. It shoots video and uses both SD and CF cards.


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Unread 05/16/2021, 04:55 AM   #181
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Hello. I am going to get Nikon with Xoom are u guys using. Glitter and are u shooting in water or just from above


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Unread 05/16/2021, 09:31 AM   #182
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Ok, so let's try to figure this out. First off, camera brand doesn't matter. The thing is, a zoom lens isn't what we normally use to shoot things in the tank. A true macro lens is what you're looking for.
In your pm you asked about using filters. I do not use them. If you shoot in RAW format, you can adjust the white balance in post with either the software that comes with the camera, or with Photoshop.


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Unread 05/16/2021, 10:08 AM   #183
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Is the 3200 a good camera to start with for taking coral photos


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Unread 05/16/2021, 10:17 AM   #184
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That's fine. Remember, the lens becomes the most important part for shooting tanks.


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Unread 05/21/2021, 06:28 AM   #185
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Ok if I go with the 3200 camera can u tell me the macro lens you suggest I go with would like to get right first time


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Unread 05/21/2021, 06:30 AM   #186
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Is a D5000 or the 3200 a better choice on body


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Unread 05/21/2021, 06:38 AM   #187
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Would this set be. Good start


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Unread 05/22/2021, 11:04 AM   #188
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The cameras are fine. Even though the lens says macro, they are not true macros. A true macro will give you 1:1 magnification. The one you listed won't. I'm not saying you can't get close, but a true macro will do better. Something like the Nikon 105 macro will do the best.


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Unread 05/23/2021, 07:30 AM   #189
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Thank you.
The Nikon I’ll look can u list 2 other choice for lens u would say acceptable
Trying to find 2nd hand.

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Unread 05/23/2021, 10:16 AM   #190
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Sigma 105mm 2.8 macro
Tamron 90mm 2.8 macro


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Unread 05/31/2021, 09:31 AM   #191
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Is a tamaron
Adaptall-2 70-150mm f/3.5 ok I have a buddy willing to give me one


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Unread 06/01/2021, 05:25 PM   #192
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That may or may not work on your camera. You may loose some auto functions. It isn't a true macro lens so I don't know how close you can get for tank shots. I've never used any Adaptall stuff.


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Unread 06/21/2021, 07:42 AM   #193
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What does the other letters means when shopping I see SP AF 90mm Portrait 2.8 is this different ?


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Unread 06/21/2021, 07:46 AM   #194
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Is this what I’m looking for
Tamron AF 90mm f/2.8 Di SP AF/MF 1:1 Macro Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras


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Unread 06/22/2021, 07:01 AM   #195
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That’s a really good lens.


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