June 22, 2015

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June 22, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Videohttps://youtu.be/NvFlrGEjD58

Strengths of the Nikon D5500

Better sensor
- Improved low light performance
- Better dynamic range
- Capable of sharper images without the anti-aliasing filter
Smaller and slightly lighter
Innovative touchscreen can be used when camera is up to your face
Additional scene & effect modes
Timed bulb mode (press once to start, press again to end for useful for shutter speeds longer than 30 seconds without a remote.
Intervalometer - short time lapses possible without extra gear
1080 at 60p
Excellent battery life

Weakness of the Nikon D5500

Smaller size and deeper grip may not be comfortable for all users.
Locking kit lens slows down first shot
Smaller buffer - fewer shots in fast burst, especially when shooting RAW + JPEG
Live view experience
- Focusing in low light is poor
- Focusing is noisy
- Focusing is slower with more hunting
- Touch to track subject is buggy
- Exposure simulation only possible in some modes
- Menu system in live view a bit dense
Very limited Wifi control- just touch to focus

Strengths of the Canon T6s/ T6i

Manual control friendly with rear dial and top LCD (only applies to the Canon T6s)
Slightly larger size and grip will feel nicer in larger hands
Live view performance
- Focusing is fast, accurate and silent when using an STM kit lens
- Focusing in low light is excellent
- Touch to focus works very well and touch to track subject
Deeper buffer for slightly more shots in a burst, especially when shooting RAW + JPEG
Digital zoom in video 3x closer and still full HD with no quality loss- possible to zoom to 10x but quality does decrease.
Wifi and NFC for easy connection that provides full remote manual control of camera
Access to cheap prime lenses like the Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM, 24mm f/2.8 STM, 40mm f/2.8 STM

Weaknesses of the Canon T6s/ T6i

Low light/ High ISO performance noisy above 3200
Larger and slightly heavier
Battery life, just 440 shots
Video limited at 1080 30p and HDR video feature is a joke

Full Review - Canon T6s | Nikon D5500Support my work and the reviews I produce - use these links for purchase.Buy the Canon T6s from B&H Photo Video Buy the Nikon D5500 from B&H Photo VideoSample Images from the Canon T6s and Nikon D5500Auto - Quick Snaps: 20150614-IMG_9698_Canon EOS Rebel T6s-1-160 sec at f - 8.0-ISO 100

20150614-IMG_9698_Canon EOS Rebel T6s-1-160 sec at f - 8.0-ISO 100

20150614-DSC_0001_NIKON D5500-1-250 sec at f - 8.0-ISO 250

20150614-DSC_0008_NIKON D5500-1-200 sec at f - 7.1-ISO 400

20150614-IMG_9702_Canon EOS Rebel T6s-1-200 sec at f - 3.5-ISO 100

Close Focusing Abilities with 18-55 Kit Lenses on Auto 20150614-DSC_0010_NIKON D5500-1-250 sec at f - 8.0-ISO 320

20150614-IMG_9706_Canon EOS Rebel T6s-1-125 sec at f - 7.1-ISO 100

20150614-DSC_0012_NIKON D5500-1-400 sec at f - 10-ISO 200

20150614-IMG_9707_Canon EOS Rebel T6s-1-160 sec at f - 8.0-ISO 100

May 14, 2015

Canon T6s Hands-on Review (vs T5i, 70D, Nikon D5500)

May 14, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

My Video review of the Canon T6shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re3gei1eoM8 Tying to decide if the Canon 70D or the T6s (760D) is best for you? Read my T6s vs 70D Differences Explained simply Buy The Canon T6s from B&H - Using my links costs you nothing extra and support my hard work and teaching through this site. Thank you!Canon T6s Samples

March 02, 2015

Nikon D7200 Announced & My Thoughts

March 02, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Nikon has announced the Nikon D7200 mid-level APS-C sensor camera.

What you need to know about the Nikon D7200:

Body is nearly identical to the D7100, slight grip redesign similar to D750 and D5500
24MP sensor (probably the same as in the D5500 - See my review of the D5500)
No Optical Low-Pass Filter (OLPF)
51 AF Points, 15 cross type and Improved low light focusing capabilities
6 FPS
Better/deeper buffer (allows more continuous shots before you see a slowdown. D7100 had a significantly smaller buffer.
Higher ISO range, 102,400 capable of B&W photos ONLY due to large amount of chroma noise.
1080/60p ONLY in 1.3x crop mode
WiFi and NFC (NFC is a first for Nikon)
Better battery life, 160 more shots per charge vs D7100
Body only price: $1,196.95 - Preorder from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon
Body with 18-140 lens price: $1,496.95 ~~$1,696.95~~ Preorder from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon (UPDATE: D7200 has been added to instant rebate list $200 savings)
Available/Shipping in MID MARCH

Rumors about articulating touch screen are FALSE. My quick thoughts on the Nikon D7200I was a fan of the D7100, it provides excellent manual controls and very good quality at a solid price. The value of the camera was high. I, like many photographers, were frustrated with the tiny buffer that really kept this camera from shining, it certainly made sports and wildlife photographers look for alternatives. It looks like they have addressed that issue and I expect this camera to perform well and sell well.Nikon D7100 and D7200 - Can you tell the difference?[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"] D7200 Back [/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"] D7100 Back [/vc_column][/vc_row]

Body only price: $1,196.95 - Preorder from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon
Body with 18-140 lens price: $1,696.95 Preorder from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

Nikon D7200 Preview

Nikon D5500 vs Nikon D7200 - Differences Explained Simply

They both offer 24MP sensors - likely the SAME sensorThe D7200 offers/Advantages over the D5500:

Full Manual Control and additional function buttons for customizing
larger more ergonomically designed camera (comfortable to hold for long stretches)
Auto focus compatibility with more lenses (in body focus motor, lacking in the D5500)
Faster AF system with 51 focus points (39 focus points in the D5500)
6 FPS vs 5FPS in the D5500. D7200 can do 7fps in crop mode.
D7200 has a pentaprism viewfinder providing a brighter view and covers a full 100% of the image area. D5500 uses a pentamirror design which covers 95% of the image area.
Weather Sealing against dust/moisture
Increased top shutter speed 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec in the D5500.
Increased flash sync speed 1/250 vs 1/200 in D5500

The D5500 offers/Advantages over the D7200:

Much lighter and smaller
- D5500 weighs: 420 g (0.93 lb / 14.82 oz)
- D7200 weighs: 675 g (1.49 lb / 23.81 oz)
More user friendly for beginners
Cheaper. Buying the D5500 saves you several hundred dollars

Who should buy the D7200?Photographers looking to seriously grow and/or will need to be shooting in all weather conditions. And photographers will access to older lenses that will work with the D7100.Who should buy the D5500?Photographers looking for an excellent quality DSLR (currently the best at this price point) where size and weight is important.Watch my D5500 Review

February 24, 2015

Nikon D5500 Review (vs D5300, D7100, Canon T5i and more)

February 24, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

My hands-on video review of the Nikon D5500

NOTE: NIKON REBATES END 3/28/15 & include the D5500/D5300

Nikon D5500 vs Nikon D5300 - Differences Explained Simply

D5300 vs D5500 - Top Changes Both D5500 and D5300 offer:

24MP APS-C CMOS Sensors
Expeed 4 Processors
39-point AF system, 9 cross-type points (higher accuracy points clustered around the middle)
ISO 100-25,600
5 frames per second
HD 1080 video at 60p (10 minute recording limit, 20 minutes at 30p)
Fully articulating screen
Wifi

The D5500 offers/Advantages over the D5300:

A redesigned 24MP processor- I saw slight improvements in image quality at higher ISOs
Proximity Sensor (turns LCD off when you bring camera to your eye- helps with battery life too)
Smart Touch Screen - acts as a 3rd function wheel when your eye is up to viewfinder
Quiet shutter option - Mirror flipping down is just delayed - not a big difference in sound
Flat profile for video
Fine control over settings in Picture profiles (1/4 adjustments)
Slimmer and lighter, under 1lb
Redesign deep grip
Greater battery life (820 shots CIPA)
Additional Effects: Super Vivid, Pop and Photo Illustration

The D5300 offers/Advantages over the D5500:

Savings! - D5300 Sells for $200 less. Buy on B&H Photo.
GPS. If you want a GPS for the D5500 Nikon will sell you the GP-1A GPS Unit

My Thoughts on the D5300 vs D5500The primary advantages of D5500 are the touchscreen, making the camera more user friendly and the slimmer and lightweight design. Increased image quality at the higher ISOs is a nice bonus. If you are a beginner this is a great way to ease into a DSLR with a camera that does provide room to grow as a photographer or is ready to be left on AUTO and provide you with excellent photos.

Nikon D5500 vs Nikon D7100 - Differences Explained Simply

They both offer 24MP sensors, the D5500 is a newer design with better image quality at higher ISOsThe D7100 offers/Advantages over the D5500:

Full Manual Control and additional function buttons for customizing
larger more ergonomically designed camera (comfortable to hold for long stretches)
Auto focus compatibility with more lenses (in body focus motor, lacking in the D5500)
Faster AF system with 51 focus points (39 focus points in the D5500)
6 FPS vs 5FPS in the D5500. D7100 can do 7fps in crop mode.
D7100 has a pentaprism viewfinder providing a brighter view and covers a full 100% of the image area. D5500 uses a pentamirror design which covers 95% of the image area.
Weather Sealing against dust/moisture
Increased top shutter speed 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec in the D5500.

The D5500 offers/Advantages over the D7100:

Much lighter and smaller
- D5500 weighs: 420 g (0.93 lb / 14.82 oz)
- D7100 weighs: 765 g (1.69 lb / 26.98 oz)
More user friendly for beginners
Cheaper. Buying the D5500 saves you several hundred dollars

Who should buy the D7100?Photographers looking to seriously grow and/or will need to be shooting in all weather conditions. And photographers will access to older lenses that will work with the D7100.Who should buy the D5500?Photographers looking for an excellent quality DSLR (currently the best at this price point) where size and weight is important.Nikon D5500 Sample Images (More Coming Soon)[gallery columns="4" td_gallery_title_input="Nikon D5500 Image Samples" link="file" ids="7232,7233,7234,7235,7236,7237,7238,7239,7240,7241,7242,7243"]

Nikon D5500 vs the Canon T5i and Canon T6i/T6s

Watch my preview on the Canon T6i/T6s

February 19, 2015

Photo Mish Mash Ep 46 - Weekly Live Show

February 19, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Topics- Improved Audio!!- Photoshopping People and Photoshopping in General - how much is too much?- Your D5500 Questions Answered- Nikon D7200 Rumors- Lightroom 6 Features-And LOTS MORE. . . .Show Notes:

February 14, 2015

Nikon Instant Rebates - 35mm f/1.8 for $176!

February 14, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Nikon has announced INSTANT REBATES - HUGE savings on lenses, DSLRS and DSLR/Lens Bundles including the new D5500! Rebates end Feb 28, 2015. These rebates come once a year.Savings on DSLRs/Lens Bundles - Shop B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

Nikon DSLR Savings

Nikon LENS Savings

Two of my favorite DX lenses:Nikon 35mm f/1.8G DX ($176) B&H Photo | Adorama | AmazonNikon 40mm f/2.8G DX Macro ($246) B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon (My review of the Nikon 40mm)

Additional Nikon Lens Savings:

February 13, 2015

Photo Mish Mash Ep 45: Hard Sell/No Drone Zone

February 13, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

5:30pm EST Feb 13, 2015Photo Mish Mash Show Notes: Photo Mish Mash Ep #45 Date: 2/13/15Sponsor(s):Seattle Workshop - April 4th from 10am to 5pm with optional dinner http://photorec.tv/product/seattle-workshop/Mckay Academy Trips - Join us in Greece, New Zealand or photograph some baby animals, helicopter ride to top of a glacier http://j.mp/McKayPhotoSquareSpace/toby 10% off your order. TWO week free trial. Clearly they know they have a good product if they don’t take your credit card up front - More to come soon. http://squarespace.com/tobyWeek in review:New site - Easy way to find my stuff- add “toby” to your searchesMagic Lantern - Just how easy it is on a T5i -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxwXi1X0xGcImage Critique - General Inspiration for Feb assignment Shadow Play - Submit for Assignment or General Crit -http://photorec.tv/2015/01/critique-schedule-submission/Week Ahead:NX1, D5500, Touchscreens making us stupid?^ firmware updatesNX1 Pro+Touchscreen,+User interface+Features - Including 4K+Quality - excellent sensorNX1 Cons-Missing true back-button focus-Expensive-Lens selection-Samsung?D5500 - summary of the review D5300 seems like a great value - more soon.News:Google and Mattel - Photospheres VR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlhFBU2I7vU http://www.theverge.com/2015/2/13/8033189/mattel-google-cardboard-view-master-hands-onSigma Announced 150-600 Contemporary - How does it stack up against the Tamron 150-600 or the other Sigma 150-600? http://photorec.tv/2015/01/big-zoom-field-review/“Hands-on” with the Pentax FFhttp://www.dpreview.com/articles/8579230519/cp-2015-up-close-and-personal-with-ricoh-full-frame-mockup?slide=3Sigma 24mm f/1.4 announced.http://www.dpreview.com/articles/5301767721/hands-on-with-sigma-s-new-24mm-f1-4-dg-hsm-art-lens?slide=6Drone - No Flyhttp://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/27/us/white-house-drone.html?_r=0 http://mashable.com/2015/02/10/noflyzone-drones/Discussion:Toby has a rant? Snow DXSNO Scores -Reader Questions:My most confusing question EVERI'm hearing some noise on the Nikkor 18-55 mm lens during autofocus of still photos with my new Nikon D5300. I see a lot written about noise during video but is some noise (particularly w low light High ISO settings) normal?Thoughts on following combo: Sigma 18-35, 50mm prime and Tamron 70-200 VC USD?What do you think about the Canon 70-200 IS V1?More Questions:https://www.facebook.com/Digital.Photo.Recommendations/photos/a.10150222907829855.334190.233048999854/10153104116014855/?type=1

February 05, 2015

Now Shipping - Nikon D5500 - Touchscreen DSLR

February 05, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Screenshot 2015-02-05 20.53.19 The Nikon D5500 is now available and shipping (with expedited shipping) fromBuy from B&H Photo Video | Adorama | Amazon $896.95 (Body only) $996.95 (with 18-55 lens) $1396.95 (with 18-140 lens)B&H Photo Video includes extra spare battery, 16GB SD Card and Shoulderbag ($64 value)

D5500 Specs

24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
EXPEED 4 Image Processor
No Optical Low-Pass Filter
3.2" 1,037k-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
Built-In Wi-Fi
Continuous Shooting up to 5 fps
39-Point Multi-CAM 4800DX AF Sensor
Native Sensitivity to ISO 25600

This is basically the same camera as the D5300 minus the GPS and adding in a touch screen. Nikon has done well with some of the touchscreen features allowing you to setup and control certain aspects of the camera by touching the screen even when your eye is up to the viewfinder. The best option may be picking your focus point by moving your finger across the screen.

D5500 or D5300?

You can save $200 and pickup the D5300 which will offer identical image quality, only real sacrifice is the touchscreen. With that savings you can buy the Nikon 35mm f/1.8 - a fantastic prime lens that will give you wonderful aperture control and excellent low light images. Why do you want a prime lens? I have 6 reasons you want a prime lens.Buy the D5300 from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

D5500 or D7100 (D7200)

In just hours we should know much more about the D7200. It is rumored to have an articulating screen and will offer, like the D7100 a much more professional camera in both feel and operation. If you dream of professionally shooting the D7XX series gives you much more room to grow as a photographer you just need to pay more and carry around a bigger camera. If you are just a parent or someone that wants to take nice photos and have your camera with you most of the time, the D5300/D5500 would be my pick.Buy the D7100 from B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

January 13, 2015

Photo Mish Mash 42: CES & Montana

January 13, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

Question of the week -If you were going to make a coffee table photo book - what would be the subject?Week/month in review:Family Vacation (shooting experience with the GH4 and qualty of the high ISO filesISO 2500 examples https://www.dropbox.com/s/852e2tgii623064/Screenshot%202015-01-13%2008.28.42.png?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/ketgoe9tjac85ar/Screenshot%202015-01-13%2008.31.54.png?dl=02x Extender Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIIp1F9bkTYDepth Of field Master Link: http://www.dofmaster.com/dofjs.htmlB&H Tour - Microphone room, Speaker Room and Zoom LensNew Style of the Photo Critique:Week Ahead -Montana - http://mckaylive.com/bozeman-animals-wyellowstone-15-spots-left-january-16-21-2015/Annoucements!http://www.patreon.com/photorectobyWorkshopsSignup for newsletterNews:CES - Photo round up http://gadgets.ndtv.com/cameras/features/ces-2015-cameras-roundup-646806Nikon D5500 (feb 5th) http://digital.photorecommendations.com/recs/2015/01/nikon-d5500-announced-successor-to-the-d5300/Canon P&S (Connect Station) - Glimpse of a new rebel?http://www.canonrumors.com/2015/01/a-new-xxd-dslr-coming-from-canon-cr1/New 18-300 IS STM Ef-S coming. . maybeCP+ Feb 12-15th - Maybe 5D Mark IV, T6i, D7200http://www.cpplus.jp/en/aim/Christina’s favorite camera - the HTC RE http://www.androidauthority.com/htcs-re-live-stream-youtube-579249/http://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2015/01/rankings.jpghttps://www.flickr.com/camerashttp://spaceref.com/nasa-hack-space/large-synoptic-survey-telescope-camera-receives-funding-approval.htmlDiscussion:Roger Hunt / Tony LawrenceCalculating depth of field . . . should you base it on the focal length of the lens or the lens + crop factor . . . also suggested by someone else on Post to Your Page was how to use the depth of field button on the cameraReader Questions:Scott RobelotCan you please explain the best way to clean the mirror inside of a dslr?relayer705I have a Q. Will a 24 mp sensor be better in low light than a 16 mp? I have a Nikon D5100. I know that a full frame is much better in low light but would more mp make any difference in smaller sensor?Gerald MeredithAny experience with 5D Mark 3 underexposing in "manual mode" even if viewfinder meter shows correct exposure? All other modes seem okMiguel Rocha5D mk2 or 6D?

January 05, 2015

Nikon D5500 Announced (Successor to the D5300)

January 05, 2015/ Tobias Gelston

The Nikon D5500 has been announced. (Why not a D5400?)Nikon D5500 camera, Nikkor 300 f/4 and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G lenses Screenshot 2015-01-05 21.55.37 Screenshot 2015-01-05 21.55.22 Headline Feature: Articulating Touch Screen ( a first for the Nikon DSLR line)Additional Features:

3.2-inch, approximately 1037K-dot TFT LCD vari-angle monitor
24.2-million pixels, a Nikon DX-format CMOS sensor, and the EXPEED
Wifi to smartphone/tablets
Slightly smaller body size - world's smallest, lightest, and slimmest digital SLR camera equipped with a vari-angle monitor
Additional Scene control and features available for photos AND video

About the touchscreen - "One of eight frequently used camera settings (Focus-point selection, AF-area mode, Aperture, ISO sensitivity, etc.) can be assigned to this function for use with viewfinder shooting, enabling immediate modification of the assigned setting, and achieving practical operation by simply tapping or sliding a finger across the monitor while looking through the viewfinder.""..sliding a finger across the monitor while looking through the viewfinder."Very interesting - I am curious to see how this translates in real world use.The Nikon D5500 will be available in early February, (black and red), in two different kit configurations: alongside the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II lens for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $999.95 or with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens for $1,199.95 SRP. The Nikon D5500 will also be sold body only for an SRP of $899.95. The AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR II and AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lenses will also be available in early February for an SRP of $349.95 and $1,999.95, respectively.Preorder from Amazon | B&H Photo & Video (Available Feb 5th in RED or BLACK)B&H D5500 body only $896.95B&H D5500 with 18-55 $996.96B&H D5500 with 18-140 $1196.95

Nikon D5500 vs D5300 (Differences Explained Simply)

It looks like both share the same sensor, same processor and same number/type of focus points. In short do NOT upgrade to this camera from the D5300 and expect any difference in quality of the images.Key differences. D5500 offers a touchscreen, better battery life 820 vs 600 shots and its just a tiny bit smaller/lighter (just 2oz less than the D5300) - Some don't consider a smaller size to be better.From the Nikon Rumors Page - blue outline is the D5500, purple is the D5300 Screenshot 2015-01-06 00.26.19 They have dropped the GPS (which I wasn't impressed with) but added some additional picture controls and maybe a star trails mode (I am still researching this)

Nikon D5500 vs the Canon T5i

Full post coming soon - for now watch my video of the T5i vs the D5300 and keep in mind the touchscreen should make the D5500 more user friendlyWhen will we see a Canon response to the D5500? When will we see the Canon T6i or 750D? I predict before the end of February

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II Lens

Screenshot 2015-01-06 00.46.58 Available Feb 5th for $396 - Preorder from B&H PhotoPoll - How do you feel about touchscreens in your DSLR?

December 13, 2014

Nikon D5400 Rumors

December 13, 2014/ Tobias Gelston

Starting to hear some rumors about the D5400 which according to this post on Nikon Rumors will be called the D5500. Skipping the D5400. It seems the number 4 in Japanese has the same pronunciation as the word for "death" (shi) and thus they avoid it. (Thanks Tom C.) Why their flagship DSLR is named the D4s causes me some confusion but let's set the number/name aside and talk about the features.At this point we know very little other than a touchscreen will be added to the articulating screen and the camera will be announced in early January in time for Consumer Electronics Show (CES). I suspect most other features will remain the same or similar with the D5300 and expect Nikon to use the same excellent 24mp sensor that they are currently using.I hear from many photographers upgrading to DSLRS that feel torn between the increased quality of the Nikon but want the touchscreen of the Canon T5i. This should help with the decision but I expect (or hope) Canon will come back with something in the T6i that gives them a fighting chance. Right now Canon does have a clear advantage with the dual pixel AF and the STM lenses if you want to easily capture video but on the photo side Nikon is my pick. Early rumors that I reported on suggested Canon would go mirror-less for the T6i but I doubt that is true, what will be more likely is the inclusion of the 70Ds fast live view focusing system.How do you feel about touchscreens in your DSLR? Do you have one and love it? Don't have one and don't think you would want it? Christina and I touch on the touchscreen debate and talk about the D5500 in this segment from our weekly podcast.Poll - How do you feel about touchscreens in your DSLR?

December 12, 2014

Photo Mish Mash Ep 40: LIVE!

December 12, 2014/ Tobias Gelston

Updates on my review of the Nikon D750, Is photography Art? A recent 6.5 Million dollar photo stirs some controversy, The D5500 is rumored, skipping the D5400 - you might be surprised to find out why. Lytro cameras now offer focus spread and we answer reader AND viewer questions. This was our first live show and a big thanks to all those that jumped in and commented/shared their thoughts as we recorded. More live shows are in the future.News:Lytro offers Focus Spread Technology http://www.popphoto.com/gear/2014/12/lytro-focus-spread-technology-gives-you-full-control-over-depth-field-after-fact?dom=tw&src=SOCNikon D5500 Rumours will include a touchscreenDiscussion:Is Photography ART? This recurring discussion was brought to the forefront again when Peter Liks "Phantom" sold for $6.5 million and Jonathan Jones of the Guardian had strong opinions that photography is not ART.http://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/jonathanjonesblog/2014/dec/10/most-expensive-photograph-ever-hackneyed-tastelessThe photo in color: http://www.lik.com/thework/canyons-arches/ghost.htmlFor reference Google Search results of Antelope Canyon http://luvit.me/1Au79cmReaderQuestionsQuestion-- body or lens?? What is more important to the overall AF experience?Do you know how much the 5DMk4 will cost?Should I wait to buy the Canon 5D III? Is canon going to refresh the line-up?Would there be an increase in image quality and low light performance going from an XSi to a 7D mk1?5D MK IV with Sony or Canon sensor?More towards the business end, for people in portrait photography, what are the best ways to get your name out there other than word of mouth and FB utilization.I have a crop sensor dslr(70D). For christmas, I have the budget for either, a canon L lens like 24-70mm or a full frame body. What do you recommend I buy?Are all macro lenses change their max aperture when you focus closer to the subject?

July 23, 2013

Recommended Lenses for Nikon D5300/D5500/D7200 (DX Cameras)

July 23, 2013/ Tobias Gelston

Nikon Lenses for DX Cameras like the D5200 and D7100

Primes - Non-zooming lenses that offer excellent value and low light capabilities - these are the lenses you want for those lovely blurred background photos. Why you should own a prime.Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DXGreat low-light walk-around lens, versatile focal length- Decent for portraits, street photography and general travel. If I was limited to just one lens this would be it. Amazing sharpness for the value. Buy from Amazon | B&HNikon 40mm f/2.8G AF-S DX MicroSacrifice some light/maximum aperture (just over a stop which is not insignificant) but gain an excellent value macro that does 1:1 lifesize. I was blown away that this was less the $300. Full Nikon 40mm Review. Buy from Amazon | B&HNikon 50mm f/1.8G AF-S FXThe 50mm focal length translates to 75mm on a DX sensor (D5200 and D7100 have DX sensors or crop sensors) 75mm is a lovely focal length for portraits. NOTE: D5200 users get the AF-S G version, linked here. D7100 users have inbody focus motor and you can use the older D version without an issue. Indie filmmakers with either camera may want to consider the D version with aperture control built into the lens. Why Nikon movie makers want mechanical aperture control. Buy from Amazon | B&HNikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR EDNikon 18-105 is not exciting but I mention it here as a decent value when purchased with a Nikon camera, better than the 18-55 which really holds back the potential of these newer Nikon cameras with excellent sensors. Buy from Amazon | B&HSigma 17-70 2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM for NikonNoticeably sharper than the kit and offers a nice f/4 at 70mm, this is great for portraits and the fact that you can be at 17mm and f/2.8 along with optical stabilization makes this an excellent low light zoom capable lens. The Macro feature is not worth mentioning other than to say you can get as close as you can with the kit lens, but you do have those extra stops of light. Buy from Amazon | B&HTamron AF 28-75mm f/2.8 SP XR Di LDA little slow to focus, no image stabilization but SHARP and gives you f/2.8 across the range, 75mm and f/2.8 is beautiful for portraits and this lens is useable on full frame should you decide to upgrade cameras. Buy from Amazon | B&HNikon 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DXGOOD Value, gets a little soft out at 300 but for under $400 you get a decent zoom lens. Buy from Amazon | B&HA second option for Zoom, Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR, it is a sharper lens than the 55-300 and bought used from Amazon costs just $300.

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