The Nikon 40mm f/2.8G Micro lens is an extremely compact lens for close up and macro work. It offers quite a short focal length and a Macro reproduction ratio of 1:1, or life size. It is a DX format lens. This very small and cheap lens will easily fit into the camera bag for DX… Continue reading Nikon Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G AF-S DX Micro Lens Review
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A Review of Nikon Camera Light Metering Systems
When using a camera’s light metering system it requires some knowledge of what settings to use to get the best exposure for your image. With the Nikon cameras there are essentially three different metering settings to understand when measuring the light levels. Spot metering, centre weighted spot metering and matrix metering, some knowledge of… Continue reading A Review of Nikon Camera Light Metering Systems
Review of Nikon GP-1, Global Positioning System (GPS) Accessory
The GP-1, Global Positioning System (GPS) accessory is a great addition to your camera system. Very often when I am travelling I am inclined to forget (getting old) where I captured a certain image. With the GP-1, you will always be able to identify where an image was captured. The system will record, the latitude,… Continue reading Review of Nikon GP-1, Global Positioning System (GPS) Accessory
Nikons Creative Lighting System Review Using Electronic Flash Speedlights
Nikons Creative Lighting System With the introduction of the D2 series of cameras some years ago, Nikon introduced their Creative Lighting System (CLS) to give full control over our lighting, which we previously could never achieve. The technology of the Nikon Creative Lighting System is very sophisticated and there are effectively two separate systems available, one for… Continue reading Nikons Creative Lighting System Review Using Electronic Flash Speedlights
Nikon Close up Speedlight Electronic Flash Kit – Commander R1C1
The Nikon Close up Speedlight kit gives amazing functionality to the photography of extreme close ups. The system is very flexible in respect to on camera flash and also the number of remote flash units you need to use. The Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 comprises a Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 unit, two Wireless Remote… Continue reading Nikon Close up Speedlight Electronic Flash Kit – Commander R1C1
Nikon Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Electronic Flash Controller Review
The wireless speedlight commander, SU-800, can be used to control up to 3 groups of compatible wireless flash units by controlling the flash output of the compatible Nikon Creative Lighting System speedlights, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 or the SB-R200 remote Speedlight units. When using the compatible Nikon digital SLR cameras and Speedlights, the user can divide the Speedlight… Continue reading Nikon Wireless Speedlight Commander SU-800 Electronic Flash Controller Review
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-900 Electronic Flash
The SB-900 electronic flash is the top of the range flash produced by Nikon for their camera system. The flash is compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System and provides a 17-200 mm auto zoom range. The SB-900 has a better system than previous flashes for high speed recycle time. The firmware can also be uploaded… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-900 Electronic Flash
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-700 Electronic Flash
The SB-700 speedlight is a very simple to operate flash unit for all photographers. The SB-700 can be used with Nikon’s Creative Lighting System. The LCD display and the physical layout of all the controls are designed for very easy and intuitive operation. A multi step zoom will automatically cover a wide 24-120 mm zoom range.… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-700 Electronic Flash
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-R200 Electronic Flash
The Wireless Remote Speedlight, SB-R200 is a portable wireless remote flash unit for the Nikon Advanced Wireless Lighting system. This flash is mainly aimed at being used with the Nikon Micro lenses,for close up images. With the optional accessories for mounting flashes at at end of the Micro lenses exceptionally good colose up images can… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-R200 Electronic Flash
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-400 Electronic Flash
The SB-400 flash unit is a compact entry level unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation. This flash unit can not be used in the remote mode necessary for the Nikon Creative Lighting System. The SB-400 flash can significantly enhance images and give brighter and more natural lighting where there is insufficient ambient lighting.… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-400 Electronic Flash
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-600 Electronic Flash
When you purcase a camera you should think of the complete camera system you are buying into. Nikon have a very impressive flash system which forms part of their camera system. The SB-600 flash is a great addition to the Nikon camera system in conjunction with any of their current cameras. The Speedlight SB-600 electronic… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-600 Electronic Flash
Why Use Prime Lenses
A prime lens is a fixed focal length lens, why do photographers use these prime lenses and what are their advantages over zoom lenses? There are quite a few reasons why photographers use prime lenses and I will summarise some of the reasons below. Size and Weight Prime lenses are generally quite a bit… Continue reading Why Use Prime Lenses
Selecting Nikon Cameras and Lenses for Low Light Photography
When you are selecting a particular camera and lens for low light photography there are a few special issues to keep in mind and we will summarise some of the important considerations here. In using high ISO settings bear in mind that if you use a tripod or monopod you can possibly use lower… Continue reading Selecting Nikon Cameras and Lenses for Low Light Photography
Nikon Camera Reviews of Cheap DSLR’s
The cheaper range of Nikon cameras are the DX models with the smaller DX sensor. These cameras offer excellent value for money and also excellent image quality. Some of these cameras have limitations, here we will discuss mainly the D7000, D5100, D3100 and the D3000. Of these four cheaper cameras the D700 is the most fully featured, offering… Continue reading Nikon Camera Reviews of Cheap DSLR’s
Nikon Lens Review of Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) Charts
What are Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) charts for lenses. Well they are charts which indicate the general performance of the lens. There are technical performance measurements of lenses as well as the practical performance from normal image making. The above graph is the MTF chart for the Nikon 85mm f/1.4G AF-S Nikkor lens as an example.… Continue reading Nikon Lens Review of Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) Charts
Nikon Cameras
The range of Nikon cameras can be very confusing to someone starting out in photography. Let’s take a short look at the range of current cameras. Film Cameras With the advent of digital cameras and their current state of advancement, I am not sure that I would purchase a film camera at this point in… Continue reading Nikon Cameras
Nikon Lens Reviews For Landscape Images
When capturing landscape images there is not really one category of lens required to form the image. It really depends on where you want to place the emphasis in the images. As an example in the image above, a 14-24mm lens has been used with the main aim to capture the silhouette of the… Continue reading Nikon Lens Reviews For Landscape Images
Taking Advantage Of Your Cameras ISO Settings With Nikon Cameras
There are many advantages of the latest breed of cameras, with their high ISO settings. The ISO setting effectively is the sensitivity of the cameras sensor to the light. Many of today’s cameras will give options for ISO settings of ISO6400 and higher. There are many advantages in being able the set your camera… Continue reading Taking Advantage Of Your Cameras ISO Settings With Nikon Cameras
Nikon Camera Review D700 D3s D3x FX Cameras
Once you have made a decision to purchase an FX Nikon Digital Camera, there is a range of three current models to choose from. The FX cameras make a great choice for photography, particularly for low light photography. When compared to DX cameras the FX cameras are better for low light photography, wide angle lens… Continue reading Nikon Camera Review D700 D3s D3x FX Cameras
Nikon Camera Review D300S D7000 D5100 D3100 D3000 DX Cameras
If you have made a decision to purchase a DX Nikon digital Camera, there is a range of at least five current models to choose from. The DX cameras are a great choice for general photography. When compared to FX cameras the DX camera is better for long lens use in particular for photography of… Continue reading Nikon Camera Review D300S D7000 D5100 D3100 D3000 DX Cameras