The NIKON Thread (Talk About Nikon Stuff here) - Page 239 - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio

jude · 10-02-2008, 09:58 PM

Originally Posted by RYCeT

Ok guys, let's take a pool on how long will Jude get his D700, I'll say 3 weeks

No, man, that's well out of my camera budget--the jump to FX is a pretty big one on the price continuum. And, besides, I'm feelin' plenty of love for this new baby like I'd not felt for my previous two Canons. Here she is, by the way, in one of the last photos taken with my 40D before she found another home:

Hayduke · 10-02-2008, 11:32 PM

Originally Posted by jude

No, man, that's well out of my camera budget--the jump to FX is a pretty big one on the price continuum. And, besides, I'm feelin' plenty of love for this new baby like I'd not felt for my previous two Canons. Here she is, by the way, in one of the last photos taken with my 40D before she found another home:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3169/...8aacaf2fe9.jpg

Grats Jude!

I think the next thing you need to buy is a strap.

Unless you like being a billboard for Nikon lol

I hate the bright yellow on my strap and am trying to decide what to buy to replace it. The single camera store in my smallish town didn't have many options, so I'm gonna have to order online. Of course, that provides too many options, so now I'm having trouble deciding which one to get :P

Anyone have a suggestion? What straps do you all use?

Edit: I have another question regarding macro lenses. I like taking shots of bugs and flowers and such. Can anyone recommend a midrange (pricewise) macro lens? I'd really like to get something that will go beyond 1:1.

lan · 10-02-2008, 11:45 PM

Originally Posted by Hayduke

I hate the bright yellow on my strap and am trying to decide what to buy to replace it. The single camera store in my smallish town didn't have many options, so I'm gonna have to order online. Of course, that provides too many options, so now I'm having trouble deciding which one to get :P

I dislike those stock yellow and red straps from Nikon and Canon also. I prefer my straps elastic for comfort. So something like this, Tamrac | N-5057 Neoprene Boomerang Strap (Black) | N505701 | B&H

I like quick release on the straps also because I sometimes move the camera on a bracket or monopod or want to use something else and I prefer not to deal with the long strap still attached. I sometimes even attach the strap on my backpack shoulder strap and have one camera hang out there while I use another camera.

milkpowder · 10-03-2008, 12:26 AM

Originally Posted by jude

Very impressive. The 24-70 has to be one of the most incredible lenses Nikon makes. The focus speed is incredible and the build quality is stunning too. It's sharp and produces contrasty colours. The only downside I can think of is its size (especially with the massive hood) and weight. I'm glad you've decided to switch over

Personally speaking, the 24-70 isn't quite wide enough. I'm more inclined to get the 17-55 which admittedly isn't as good. I'm saving up for the 17-55. Hopefully by next year, I'll have a 70-200VR too

Wait... my 21st is coming soon. Maybe I can strike a deal with my parents?

Edwood · 10-03-2008, 12:31 AM

Heheheh, welcome aboard, Jude.

-Ed

Edwood · 10-03-2008, 12:33 AM

Originally Posted by lan

I dislike those stock yellow and red straps from Nikon and Canon also. I prefer my straps elastic for comfort. So something like this,

I actually like the stock straps because they are very thin and lightweight. I tend to wrap it around my hand when shooting, so it serves as a handstrap.

But, yeah, not crazy about the huge yellow lettering.

Towert7 · 10-03-2008, 01:55 AM

Originally Posted by milkpowder

I'm more inclined to get the 17-55 which admittedly isn't as good.

Nikon 17-55mm DX??? YUCK!!!!
Nikkor 17-35mm F/2.8. YUMMMM!!!!!

Either that or just keep your 24-70 and get a D700.

nineohtoo · 10-03-2008, 05:01 AM

^I agree. Despite focusing issues, I'd try to find a good 17-35mm that way you can use it for full frame down the line, instead of a 17-55mm.

dj_mocok · 10-03-2008, 09:56 AM

If you are not planning to go full frame at all, 17-55mm DX is actually a very useful lens. I don't mind having one of those.

milkpowder · 10-03-2008, 10:05 AM

Exactly. If I can take decent shots with a 18-135, 18-70, 18-200VR, then why not with a 17-55? I've shot with a 17-55 before and it's great! The 17-35 seems nice as well, but 35 doesn't seem like enough reach to be a true walk-around lens (for me anyway). For those of us who can't afford to buy all four of Nikon's current 14-300 F2.8/4 pro-glass, the 17-55 + 70-200 + TC1.4x should provide superb coverage on the DX format.