How does this Black Rapid work for hiking versus the OP/TECH...if anyone has had the experience...Nikon D 5100 70-300 mm
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I'm not familiar with the OP/Tech. If hiking involves steep incline climbing, the Black Rapid strap may not be suitable since the camera hangs at your side around the level of your beltline. You would end up having to secure the camera with one hand to keep it from swinging around.
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Camera stays in place, no issues with the movement, just don't climb, you'll need an extra accessory for stability
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I much prefer the OP?TECH to the Black Rapid for hiking. It's easy to keep the camera from bouncing against the hip by adjusting the length -- you'll find the length that's right for you.
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I've not used the OP/Tech but I've hiked extensively with my R-Strap. It's comfortable, stays in place. Camera doesn't seem to bang against my body in any uncomfortable way.
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I have used this with some tests shots in traffic, testing the tracking features of the Canon 7D Mark II. It did ok some of the time, but the camera said it lost communication with the lens at other times. I haven't seen this with my other cameras (70D and 6D), and only with the 7d in high speed burst mode. I used it once with either the 6D or the 70D (don't remember) to take a lot of pictures during a high school volleyball game with no obvious problems. And I've used the lens a lot with both cameras for other purposes. I don't find that it does really well in IQ below f/3.5. So I avoid shooting wider than that. The VC is great.
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Well, I don't shoot w/ Canon, but i just tried it using a 70-300 Nikon f/4.5-5.6 VR, AF-S lens... since you asked. But why? Seriously,*I'm not well versed in things Canon*, but at least in the world Nikon, the 1.4x TC on a f/5.6 lens takes it to f/8 (you lose 1 stop, f/5.6 to f/8) w/ the 1.4XTC where it attempts to AF- but in less than optimal light, it just hunts. Usually, I wouldn't try a 1.4 X TC like this one you ask about- with a lens w/ a smaller max. aperture than f/4 (where takes it to f/5.6)... Also, depending on camera using, some won't AF beyond f/5.6 or limit to central AF focal point at f/8. hope this helps. Hopefully a Canon guru can answer this in Canonesse for you... good luck! Well, I don't shoot w/ Canon, but i just tried it using a 70-300 Nikon f/4.5-5.6 VR, AF-S lens... since you asked. But why? Seriously,*I'm not well versed in things Canon*, but at least in the world Nikon, the 1.4x TC on a f/5.6 lens takes it to f/8 (you lose 1 stop, f/5.6 to f/8) w/ the 1.4XTC where it attempts to AF- but in less than optimal light, it just hunts. Usually, I wouldn't try a 1.4 X TC like this one you ask about- with a lens w/ a smaller max. aperture than f/4 (where takes it to f/5.6)... Also, depending on camera using, some won't AF beyond f/5.6 or limit to central AF... » Read More Well, I don't shoot w/ Canon, but i just tried it using a 70-300 Nikon f/4.5-5.6 VR, AF-S lens... since you asked. But why? Seriously,*I'm not well versed in things Canon*, but at least in the world Nikon, the 1.4x TC on a f/5.6 lens takes it to f/8 (you lose 1 stop, f/5.6 to f/8) w/ the 1.4XTC where it attempts to AF- but in less than optimal light, it just hunts. Usually, I wouldn't try a 1.4 X TC like this one you ask about- with a lens w/ a smaller max. aperture than f/4 (where takes it to f/5.6)... Also, depending on camera using, some won't AF beyond f/5.6 or limit to central AF focal point at f/8. hope this helps. Hopefully a Canon guru can answer this in Canonesse for you... good luck! « Show Less
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I have a 720 mju and I love it. I was also looking at the Pentax WP10... but I went with the 720mju for several reasons -There's a higher ISO sensativity. -Digital image stabilization(this feature is niiiice... no accidental blurry photos!) -Overall build quality. It just feels rock-solid which is good for me because I do lots of hiking/climbing and stuff. I know I'll manage to drop this thing on the ground eventually... the shock-proof feature is nice. I personally don't have a problem with the button sizing. It seems a bit small, but they're spaced far enough apart so you don't hit things accidently. Cheers.
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I take flower and action scene shots. It stops action very well and with 18-55 mm and 55-300 mm lenses, both nikon works great. It's a general pack not specifically for just sports. It does it all.
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I have used it with my Nikon d5100 and up to a 55mm-300mm lens. It worked decently well for a compact tripod to take on the hike in my camera bag. I would suggest a remote release with it though.
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See DP Review on SX230 @ http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/q311travelzoomgrouptest/3 In continuous mode it takes 3 pics/second. Since it has Shutter Priority (Tv) and takes very good pics @ISO400 or lower you can set it for a fast shutter (1/1000 or higher) and fire away at 3+ fps in outdoor lighting. If using a flash you're limited by the flash recharge time, as in all cameras of this type. If you're shooting in single shot mode it's ready to shoot again in a second or less. BTW, don't fret about "fast" SD cards. You won't see any increase in shot to shot speed as you go above Class 4, no need to waste money on faster cards. See DP Review on SX230 @ http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/q311travelzoomgrouptest/3 In continuous mode it takes 3 pics/second. Since it has Shutter Priority (Tv) and takes very good pics @ISO400 or lower you can set it for a fast shutter (1/1000 or higher) and fire away at 3+ fps in outdoor lighting. If using a flash you're limited by the flash recharge time, as in all cameras of this type. If you're shooting in single shot mode it's ready to shoot again in a second or less. BTW, don't fret about "fast" SD cards. You won't see any increase in shot to shot speed as you go above... » Read More See DP Review on SX230 @ http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/q311travelzoomgrouptest/3 In continuous mode it takes 3 pics/second. Since it has Shutter Priority (Tv) and takes very good pics @ISO400 or lower you can set it for a fast shutter (1/1000 or higher) and fire away at 3+ fps in outdoor lighting. If using a flash you're limited by the flash recharge time, as in all cameras of this type. If you're shooting in single shot mode it's ready to shoot again in a second or less. BTW, don't fret about "fast" SD cards. You won't see any increase in shot to shot speed as you go above Class 4, no need to waste money on faster cards. « Show Less
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I had a D40 before the D60, the D60 is MUCH better, just my personal thoughts 1-Dust, if you live in a dusty environment is a BIG ONE 2-Active D-light, Say good bye to underexposed photos, the camera produces very consistent results, not so with the D40 3-Expeed produced lower noise at higher ISO 4-THE VR Lens is SOOO much worth it, my pictures are always sharp I considered the D80, but... 1-No Active D-light "a big one" 2-more focus points yes, but you can do anything with 3 if you use them well 3-the D80 has a motor, but Nikon will be updating most of this primes to AFS this year, I tried the camera motor its slowwww 4-I was planing to get the D80+50mm 1.4 lens for low light, got the sigma 30mm 1.4 its a much better lens to keep on the camera IMHO 5-Expeed processing on the D60 seems to produce more saturated/vivid pictures vs.. D80 I shoot RAW/convert with capture NX, tried all the options, capture NX is slow and ugly, but it gives you the BEST picture period.
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I too own a D40X and want to try this lens...have a Sigma 18-200mm lens but want to get another lens that offers sharp fotos of mountains...my currents lens cannot do that, but I do love its versatility.
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I had the Nikon for 4 months now and I like it. It is pretty sharp, not too heavy and works great. The VR works well too, it makes a difference. Here is a link to some photos with a D7000 which has a similar sensor to the D5100. http://www.pixoto.com/ralhaj/recent hope this helps
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I would do it again without hesitation, I've had zero issues with this so far. There is difference in the feel vs Nikon's battery grip but no where near the difference in price! Small price to pay in my opinion - Hope this helps
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the camera is good in nightshot plus in auto up to 1/2 into dusk, then the focus starts going haywire. In manual, it is good up to about 10 ft+/-, as long there is a light colored subject there....it can pick up trees, but.... Inside, it is good up to 15ft.+/- for a clear shot. Again, if lighter the colors inside the rooms, the little further you can see. I have gotten s far as 30ft with white walls and objects around it....you may have a little different results with yours. Beware, it does drain the battery faster than norm.....even faster in the cold....have not tried it outside in the dark with snow on the ground, yet. Hope this long winded answer is what you were looking for!
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Hi, Douglas! I saw what you discussed about the lances and the whole camera and I want to ask you if you have any experiance with Nikon Coolpix 5700 (I have that one) and how is it against Canon DigitalRebel XT? Is it much more I'll "earn" if I switch to Canon? Thank you in advance!Ivan Hristov, Houston, TX
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I love how this always works out for me. I wanted this camera for my cruise on the 18th, but went ahead and got the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0-Inch LCD (Red) last week because I didn't think the Nikon would be here in time. Now that it's here, what should I do? I like the GPS on the Panasonic, but it takes HORRIBLE low light pics. Any help would be appreciated!
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I also have a D60 and plan to use the Nikkor 10-24 in my underwater shooting - what do y'all think?The Tokina 10-17 is out because of no AF compatability with the D60. divergal
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I used the e 510 with the 14-54 lens for cliff divers in mexico and was able to get 4 pictures in a row of the cliff diver from start to finish. I had it in sports mode for the shots and they came out amazing. I cropped the picture to bring the cliff diver right into the picture and you could see his expression on his face. No blurring or any problems. Just make sure you have good lighting.
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I took several pictures with both and the Sony seems to have more reddish tints in the pictures. I even used the P mode and used the natural setting. It did not help when in the landscape, etc modes. That is the only complaint I have so far. Neither the Canon or the Sony had real good picture quality, I did not think. Maybe I should try something else all together. I liked the idea of having a larger zoom on a point and shoot but maybe it takes away from teh quality??