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Every once in a while I’ll check online photographic merchants and Ebay for bargains in used camera equipment–mostly for lens or flash units.
Last week I found an on-going auction on Ebay for a used Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4 D IF-ED lens that appeared to be in great shape.   The big down side of the [...]

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Trying “the ShootSac”

by Earl on April 7, 2009

in Photography, Reviews

Above: A new meaning for “The Sky’s the Limit.”
A couple of weeks ago I came across information about a camera lens/accessory bag called appropriately “the SHOOTSAC.” What attracted me about this bag is that it seemed to be made for use while actually shooting rather then transporting your gear to and from the site.
When on [...]

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The sweet spot for a DX camera.

by Earl on September 29, 2008

in Photography

I was out and about this morning enjoying the fall weather and taking a few shots in the local area. My first stop was a park with a wildlife habitat located not far from my house.
As in most wildlife habitats there are strict controls on how close you can get to the wildlife. As [...]

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I’m purchasing a Nikon D700 full frame (FX) camera. I’ve been considering the D700 since it was announced, trying to resist the temptation, and have reached the point where I’ve decided to do it. Yes, all my efforts to hold back have given way.
I get much enjoyment these days from photography and so I’m taking [...]

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