I consider myself very lucky to own this legendary lens. Definitely a keeper. In this thread, please post shots of your 70-200 in action!

I took these shots at the '06 Hobie Nationals in Taal Lake last February. Full gallery here. (http://www.photo.net.ph/thumbnails.php?album=2031)

This shot shows how radical the conditions were and hobies were capsizing left and right. I was on a speed boat with a D200 and the 70-200 on Active VR. I onlt had to toss less than 5% of the shots due to the focus being off. The boat was pitching and rolling like anything (think left-right-up-down) but Active VR saved the day.

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10179/_TJP1054.jpg

di pwede 80-200... ;-)

di pwede 80-200... ;-)

If the water was flat, pwede pa siguro! :Grin:

nice shot tj

doughn,

kindly provide your real name to be your user name in accordance to the rules and regulations of the forum. kindly private message me so that we can change it immediately.

nino carandang

nice shot tj, that lens defintely on my wishlist!

nice action shot!

Thanks guys!

A panning shot I took when I first tried out this lens at the BRC last November
http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10179/_DSC2327.jpg

And another shot from a boat taken at the SEAGames in Subic
http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10179/_DSC4221.jpg

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@Tj

nicely done!
F3 at BRC?

will need to get tips from you on how to use the VR for action shots.

:)

@Belle: Thanks!
@Al: Thanks! That panning shot came from a very small percentage of keepers. It was based more on trial and error, wrong framing, and other skill related mistakes. The lens was perfect! But that one morning of practice did wonders for my panning technique.

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Have not used it yet for action shots, mostly for these types... Enjoy!


http://static.flickr.com/64/153577807_d5d0d79084_o.jpg




http://static.flickr.com/50/153578708_66ff077562_o.jpg

These shots were taken at the recently held Mossimo Bikini Event at the NBC tent, May 24.

:)
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nice pix sir was just wondering how much is that lens going for?

around 1,500 usd +++ :)

(On the wishlist)

hi tj,

what i meant was... can the 80-200 owners join inthis thread? ;-) uhmmmm, instead of starting another thread...

anyway, i tried panning (for the first time) yesterday! and, it turned out okay na din... here's my my little boy trying out go-carting for the first time.

http://static.flickr.com/46/165450301_0985dd8114_o.jpg


If the water was flat, pwede pa siguro! :Grin:

Oops, my bad Dindin! Of course! The 80-200 AF-D and AF-S are still superb lenses as you've proved with your panning shot. Pretty good for a first attempt. Supermom ka talaga!

Nice pan! :) Im saving up for an 80-200 right now but my dad said i should get the better one instead (70-200 vr) so im hoping he can loan me the difference :D

tks, guys!!!

will keep practicing pa...

Oops, my bad Dindin! Of course! The 80-200 AF-D and AF-S are still superb lenses as you've proved with your panning shot. Pretty good for a first attempt. Supermom ka talaga!

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Nice pan supermom! :)

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thanks, al!

i can't wait for the next chance i can practice panning... hmmm... any suggestions?

hey tj,

downside to these lenses (80-200 and 70-200) is that my arm really hurts after a while... i guess that's a queue for me to go back to the gym!!! hahahahahah

I know what you mean Dindin. Shot a friend's wedding with the D70/17-55 and D200/70-200. My arms were sore and my hands were hurting by the end of the night. Gym time!

That's why a monopod is useful... :Grin: During the SEAGames, after 1-1/2 days of shooting, I started to feel the weight of the 70-200 so decided to use a monopod already. Big help! No doubt, I prefer shooting without it, easier to move around but when my arm started aching already, didn't really have a choice. :)

thanks, al!

i can't wait for the next chance i can practice panning... hmmm... any suggestions?

hey tj,

downside to these lenses (80-200 and 70-200) is that my arm really hurts after a while... i guess that's a queue for me to go back to the gym!!! hahahahahah

nice photo din.

no need to go back to the gym.. your 80-200 glass is a good portable gym!:Grin: you're actually working out while shooting. hehe

have the same dilemma... thus the back problem :(

here's my share... same gear as din's..

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_9257.JPG

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_9326%7E0.JPG

my limited action shots.. sorry total noob on panning

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_0334x.jpg

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_0364x.jpg

I took this during the SEAGames last December.

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11435/JRLweb%7E0.jpg

@dindin

Nice shot! :) Wonder if my son's old enough to try it out...

Thanks for the help, finally got it! :Grin:

all the time, my friend!

re: go cart... we can go sabay!

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Nice action shots guys/gals, maybe we can get together sometime so we can practice, learn and hone our panning skills to get those fantastic shots.

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Nice action shots guys/gals, maybe we can get together sometime so we can practice, learn and hone our panning skills to get those fantastic shots.

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When the mommies take their boys karting! My son's only 3 and a half so it'll be a few years before he can kart!

Here's the rest of the team that won gold in the SEAGames.

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11435/MCJweb.jpg
http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11435/JAweb.jpg
http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11435/MALweb.jpg

i like the 1st one the most... it's like i can feel the speed and it makes me want to ride again... hayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy...

but the 3rd one is the best!!!

When the mommies take their boys karting! My son's only 3 and a half so it'll be a few years before he can kart!

i'm so ignorant... yes, it's karting... not go-carting... heheheheheh...

let's do a sports-event photo trip!!!

i like the 1st one the most... it's like i can feel the speed and it makes me want to ride again... hayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy...

but the 3rd one is the best!!!

Thanks! :) Kaka-miss talaga... but I think I'll stay behind the camera for now. :Grin:

question lang mga sir what can you say about the 80-200 f2.8 naman?

what's the going price for the 70-200 and 80-200's?

@archie, the 80-200 2.8 AF-D (push-pull and two touch version) is a great peace of glass. Ideal for low-light shooting and sharp
The 80-200 2,8 AF-S has the benefit of focusing faster. Check out a brief history of the 80-200/70-200 here: http://www.bythom.com/70200VRlens.htm
@manny, Anton Sheker is selling his 80-200 for 34K. It's in the Marketplace section.

what's the going price for the 70-200 and 80-200's?

These are the prices more or less (c/o B&H) :)

Nikon 80-200 f/2.8 $920.00
Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 $1,635.00

I noticed B&H lists an 80-200/2.8 AF-S, in light grey, going for "only" $200 less than the VR version. Yikes!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=242159&is=USA&addedTroughType=search

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/items/242159.jpg

In black:
http://www.europe-nikon.com/uploads/njp/products/APFinder_Japan/PPDD/Medium_171x117px/LensesAF/Images/TeleZooms/TZ-AFS80-200.jpg

http://www.europe-nikon.com/details.aspx?countryid=20&languageid=22&catId=121&prodId=291
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/80200afs.htm

Why do we see more of the AF-D version and not the AF-S version for sale though? Did the 70-200/2.8 VR kill it off? Is the 80-200/2.8 AF-D that good?

@gerry

The 80-200/2.8 AF-S was actually discontinued when Nikon released the 70-200/2.8 VR. Optically, these 2 lenses are suppose to be the same, there are some differences like VR, focal length,.... :) I believe Nikon decided to keep the 80-200/2.8 AF-D as an alternative given the price difference. :Grin:

based from the reviews/actual user comments i read... the 80-200 AF-D / AF-S and 70-200 VR has virtually the same optics. so sharpness, color are basically the same.

i think the main different is the AF speed and handling.

i have my trusty 80-200 AF-D.. and i love it (even if it gives me back aches hehehehe).

tried the 70-200 of a friend... hands down super fast AF!!! and of course you can even shoot at 1/20 or 1/30 @ 200 VR on - no shake!!! :Grin: :Grin:

Thanks for the info sirs. Hope I get one for a good price.

what's the going price for the 70-200 and 80-200's?

you can probably get the 80-200D new for about PhP 50k give or take. Like TJ said, Anton's selling his for PhP 34k. That's a pretty good bargain.

yup actually contacted sir Anton already and he said he will inform when we can meet. thanks for the info

yup actually contacted sir Anton already and he said he will inform when we can meet. thanks for the info

hmmm should i say (advance) congratulations! thats one heck of a lens:Grin:

@archie

go for it... super sulit yung bigat!!!

mga sir actually excited talaga ako to get a 70-200 or 80-200 lens dream ko talaga to and ngayon lang ako nag ka budget.

mga sir actually excited talaga ako to get a 70-200 or 80-200 lens dream ko talaga to and ngayon lang ako nag ka budget.

you could be happy with the 80-200 and it may actually be more than youl need but if you are like most nikonians that are afflicted with NAS you are still going to get that 70-200 down the road.:)

mga sir actually excited talaga ako to get a 70-200 or 80-200 lens dream ko talaga to and ngayon lang ako nag ka budget.

If you can afford to get the 70-200, by all means get it na. :)

you could be happy with the 80-200 and it may actually be more than youl need but if you are like most nikonians that are afflicted with NAS you are still going to get that 70-200 down the road.:)

hmm.. would i pass by this road?!? :D

hmm.. would i pass by this road?!? :D

lets not kid ourselves, we all are afflicted:)

hmm.. would i pass by this road?!? :D

Not necessarily, the price difference between those 2 lenses is big, almost double. The price difference can easily go to another camera body or another lens. Remember, having the best equipment doesn't make one a better photographer. :Grin:

Not necessarily, the price difference between those 2 lenses is big, almost double. The price difference can easily go to another camera body or another lens. Remember, having the best equipment doesn't make one a better photographer. :Grin:

very well said.:Grin:

yep, been planning to get a 2nd body before the year ends (di ba dindin??:Grin: )

@levi

taking care of one camera in my neck (sympre one lang) is one thing... but having the other camera on your shoulder... wow, two cams in one shoot... do we start visualizing ourselves carrying two cameras? hmmmm... bagay ba? ;-)

@dindin

think about it...

there's a kid with sparkling eyes smiling at you... you grab your D70s and shoot with your 80-200... perfect portraiture.....after a couple of shots you saw the sun setting... just grab the other D70s with your 12-24.. and click! perfect sunset shot!

minimal changes in lenses... minimal dust... no opportunity missed!

san ka pa?!?:Grin:

@dindin, levi

I've been caught in some situations wherein I really felt, if only I had 2 bodies 'coz no time to change lens talaga. :Grin: Hence, the buying of the D70s (good thing lang got a really good deal) but seriously I have yet to shoot for a long period with both cams. :)

@dindin, levi

I've been caught in some situations wherein I really felt, if only I had 2 bodies 'coz no time to change lens talaga. :Grin: Hence, the buying of the D70s (good thing lang got a really good deal) but seriously I have yet to shoot for a long period with both cams. :)

im sure having 2 bodies would definitely help me during my travel shoot!!

hay... dreaming....:)

@levi

i'll dream along with you...

@levi

i'll dream along with you...

hahaha... last quarter my friend :Grin:

i want a 70-200 din hehehe..
i have the 80-200 now.. perfect lens so far.. kaya lang.. it is definitely heavier than the 70-200...

the 70-200 is also a tad bit longer than the 80-200 hehehe wala lang. kwento lang.

benta ko kaya for 34 yung 80-200.. tapos ipon for a 70-200.. hmmm...

TJ PARE,

yung d200 and 70-200 combination mo... what's the sharpening setting in your cam? did you sharpen them in-cam or with PS?

@Francis

Not unless your 80-200 is the AF-S version, the 70-200 VR is not only a bit longer but also heavier than the AF-D version. :)

i own the 80-200 AF-D version... it is heavier but shorter than the 70-200... am i wrong? hehehe..

but shoots quite as sharp...

TJ PARE,

yung d200 and 70-200 combination mo... what's the sharpening setting in your cam? did you sharpen them in-cam or with PS?

My in-cam sharpening is +1 with the D200. I sharpened my bird shots in PS but those were either with the 70-200 or Tamron 200-500. My sports shots were as is, with no PS sharpening.

i own the 80-200 AF-D version... it is heavier but shorter than the 70-200... am i wrong? hehehe..

but shoots quite as sharp...

In actual weight, yes, the 70-200 VR is heavier than the 80-200 AF-D. :) But when carrying the lens, I have to agree the 70-200 VR feels lighter. Must have something to do with the design. I had an 80-200 AF-D a couple of years back and I found it too heavy but I don't feel the same way about the 70-200 VR. :Grin:

In actual weight, yes, the 70-200 VR is heavier than the 80-200 AF-D. :) But when carrying the lens, I have to agree the 70-200 VR feels lighter. Must have something to do with the design. I had an 80-200 AF-D a couple of years back and I found it too heavy but I don't feel the same way about the 70-200 VR. :Grin:

yep, definitely its about the design. in paper 70-200 is heavier.. but look at its construction ("sexier" than the 80-200 - hard core metal!!) :Grin:

i have the AF-D version... very very satisfied with it (SUPER SHARP even at wide open!!!)...but then again it gives me consistent back pains:(

maybe it has something to do do with the finish of the 70-200. the 80-200 has a very rough metal finish. sort of gives off the impression that the metal is heavy. while the 70-200 has a more sleek finish to it. in terms of actual feel of weight when handling, i can't really say as i only have the 80-200.

Just got my 80-200 afd, I am now just finding out what you mean by the word heavy lens. All is good though since the pictures taken are worth all the effort of carrying it around.

Just got my 80-200 afd, I am now just finding out what you mean by the word heavy lens. All is good though since the pictures taken are worth all the effort of carrying it around.

congratulations!

now try shooting with that lens for 4-5 hours (if you're into travel photography) and you'll know what we mean :Grin: . but i do agree that its worth every back pain that it caused me... super sharp even at wide open!!!:)

enjoy your new glass and congrats again

hi tj, nice shots pare. i so love that lens. your brc photos are great. difficult to pan af3 pa naman. tapos you got pepon marave's af3 car pa. and do you have a teleconverter na? layo ng kuha ha.great photos pare.

Hi TJ,

Nice shots. Are you having your 70-200mm AFS-VR f2.8 lens rented for say 2 to 3 hours only for a fashion show photoshoot? I've tried shooting with the Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 prime lens with my Nikon D70 but it just couldn't perform like the Nikkor lens because it doesn't have the VR Function. I can invite you to the fashion show so that you can immediately go home with the lens after I take photos of my wife's designs. Your kind assistance is highly appreciated. If you do don't mind, I can also rent your D200 for maximum performance of the lens. I'd like to test drive the D200 and 70-200mm f2.8 Nikkor lens before I upgrade my equipment this month. Until then. Best Regards.

hi tj, nice shots pare. i so love that lens. your brc photos are great. difficult to pan af3 pa naman. tapos you got pepon marave's af3 car pa. and do you have a teleconverter na? layo ng kuha ha.great photos pare.

Thanks Christian! I didn't used a TC for the AF3, although I have a 2X tC I've used for others shots such as baseball and birding.

Not Lance Armstrong, but taken during the San Francisco Grand Prix last year, Lance Armstrong was there as a guest.

Nikon D2X
70-200 F2.8/G AF-S VR


http://www.ph-photo.com/hoho/images/rider3.jpg

Taken later in the year, the Golden Gate Bridge in all it's glory.

Nikon D2X
30s @ f/13 (30s@f/13)
70-200 f/2.8G AF-S VR

http://www.ph-photo.com/hoho/images/bridge_lights.jpg

hehehe kaka inggit naman :Scared:

Great colors! I think one of the things you have to look for in a lens is the color it produces. I have tried out some some Sigma lenses(Canon mount) and the reason that stopped me from buying them is the poor color. Except for the 70-300 APO which is one of the best lens I ever had. It's just slow though.

So for a beginner, would you advise to get the 80-200 instead of the 70-200 VR? Considering that you're not into sports photography.

here's my share... same gear as din's..

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_9257.JPG

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_9326%7E0.JPG

my limited action shots.. sorry total noob on panning

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_0334x.jpg

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/10608/DSC_0364x.jpg

Here's my contribution. Taken using a D70.


http://zandy.smugmug.com/photos/91043166-L.jpg

Just shot yesterday (out of camera, cropped and converted to jpg)
http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/7369/eaglenu0.jpg

Wow :Grin:
[Jawdrops to floor]

Nice capture! :) And its crisp and clear. How far was the bird?

Wow! Nice. Now I really want that new 70-300 vr. Hay, more money to spend.

Wow :Grin:
[Jawdrops to floor]

Nice capture! :) And its crisp and clear. How far was the bird?

The eagle as about 35-40 feet away.

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11028/DSC_9658e.jpg

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11028/DSC_9651e.jpg

http://www.photo.net.ph/albums/userpics/11028/DSC_9721e.jpg

@joel

Too cool!

The last one is simply breathtaking.

@joel

Too cool!

The last one is simply breathtaking.

Thanks Zandy!

@joel...

re: sunset shot, continuous shooting po ba? *joke*

@joel...

re: sunset shot, continuous shooting po ba? *joke*

hindi malayo.. hehehe :D

hindi malayo.. hehehe :D

@ Levi and Dindin,

hahahaha, sorry to disappoint you guys one and only... :)

Joel, almost missed this one... VR-Boy karin pala ha... :D Galing ng shots mo! :)

Joel, almost missed this one... VR-Boy karin pala ha... :D Galing ng shots mo! :)

Thanks Earl. But unlike the "white one" you have... :)

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

It's one of Nikon's sharpest telephoto lenses, even wide open... :)

A brand new one might set you back around 80K Php. But it depends on the store. :Grin:

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

sir, ive had a chance to try a number of tele zooms - and in general if you stop them down to f/8 and down you'll definitely get sharp images. whats wonderful about this glass is that even at wide open its razor sharp. another thing to consider when you're comapring it with with some other tele is the color and contrast that it produces.

get one.. you wont be disappointed. if you're on a budget - get the next best thing - 80-200 f/2.8:)

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

Hi jun, the 70-200 is also an AF-S lens, so it focuses faster than an AF-D versions. It also has VR or vibration reduction that allows it to be handheld in low light situations but still allow a steady shot. But for optical quality, it performs the same as the 80-200 2.8 AF-D and AF-S versions. A short history of the lens by thom hogan here:
http://www.bythom.com/70200VRlens.htm
And to quote from it:

Nikon has had at least six previous f/2.8 telephoto zooms in this range:

• 80-200mm f/2.8 ED. This manual focus lens was first introduced in 1978 at Photokina. The lens has a unique rotating tripod collar and was a two-ring design, but only a handful were produced.
• 80-200mm f/2.8 ED. The most common of the manual focus versions uses a one-ring design and a full depth of field scale engraved on the barrel. The lens is distinguished by a huge 95mm front thread. Introduced in 1982, again, not a lot of these lenses were made.
• AF 80-200mm f/2.8 ED. The first of the autofocus versions appeared in 1987. Curiously, unlike most early AF conversions, Nikon appears to have made a few optical changes in this conversion, adding an element and making the front element the standard 77mm size used in most pro lenses.
• AF 80-200mm f/2.8D ED IF. The first D version appeared in 1992 and added no rotating front element.
• AF 80-200mm f/2.8D ED IF. A two-ring version of the classic design appeared next.
• AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D ED IF. In 1999, Nikon added an AF-S version of the two-ring design, making a few other minor changes, as well.
All six of these lenses are universally regarded as being sharp, quality designs. Arguments abound about which of the AF versions is sharper than the other, with the most commonly held view appearing to be that the AF-S is the sharpest, the one-ring next sharpest, and the short-lived two-ring non AF-S as the weakest of the three. Frankly, however, they're all quite sharp and unless your handling is perfect, I doubt you'd be able to distinguish between them.

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

Hi Jun,

It might, but with a higher qualty lens, you get better color, contrast, and sharpness(A lens is generally softer wide open than stopped down). Also, AF speed will be faster which helps you better capture the moment.

Don't have an idea a to how much the price is locally.

Regards.

dear folks, am just new to photography, am planning to buy 1 good lens within the year, I am considering this 2.8 70 - 200, my question is - is it only good than the others because it can do 2.8 at all focal length? if i will use the higher apertures, will it just give me the same result as that of other lenses (using the same aperture and focal length)? lastly, please give me an idea how much is the reasonable (local) price for this lens ... thank you

Jun, all of the things mentioned above by our fellow photogs are true... This is one of the best teles Nikon has ever made. A keeper lens..:) Good luck... :)

To add: Jun, if you really plan to get the 70-200... You have to do your research work or practice on a VR lens... Coz this is where most misconceptions and focusing/user errors take place. :)

Would anyone know if it is more expensive in Japan than Hidalgo?

My sis would be leaving for Japan next week and would stay there for about a week. I'm thinking of asking her to buy a good lens if the prices there are not that high.

Second, are lenses sold in Japan made in Japan or in China? i know that most lens now are being made in China but i read in some post that lenses in Japan are still made in Japan.

Tnx.

Would anyone know if it is more expensive in Japan than Hidalgo?

My sis would be leaving for Japan next week and would stay there for about a week. I'm thinking of asking her to buy a good lens if the prices there are not that high.

Second, are lenses sold in Japan made in Japan or in China? i know that most lens now are being made in China but i read in some post that lenses in Japan are still made in Japan.

Tnx.

Prices in Japan are cheaper than elsewhere if you know where to look and you know who to talk to, specially if you can talk in Japanese. :)

... Most lenses sold in Japan are made in Japan of course; with the exception of some lenses; like the recent 18-200VR that went on mass-production (Thailand) to meet the global demand. :D

any tips on where to look for? my sister would be staying in Tokyo.

any tips on where to look for? my sister would be staying in Tokyo.

Try Yodobashi or Bic camera... Or tell her to sweep through the Akihabara district, be sure she brings someone with her who can speak Japanese, so that the store will not resort to using an interpreter... This can help in getting discounts. :Grin:

eric, carlo, earl, levi, TJ, zandy and joel, thanks for all the advise and knowledge, really appreciate it,

however, it is not clear to me what is meant by "wide open" (please bear with me on this),

anyway, i'm more or less decided to get one (good-bye to my dream of getting a D200 though), next step is to scout for dealers with the cheapest offer (this is where i will need all the luck) ... again, many thanks ...

Jun, "wide-open" means setting the lens aperture or diaphragm to it's most open setting; to let in more light. :) And conversely, "stopping-down" is the direct opposite... You need to remember these terms as it will be common lingo amongst fellow photographers. :)

Thanks Earl, its nice learning these things, in fact, i forgot to ask what "stopping-down" means, good thing you mentined it too ...

eric, carlo, earl, levi, TJ, zandy and joel, thanks for all the advise and knowledge, really appreciate it,

however, it is not clear to me what is meant by "wide open" (please bear with me on this),

anyway, i'm more or less decided to get one (good-bye to my dream of getting a D200 though), next step is to scout for dealers with the cheapest offer (this is where i will need all the luck) ... again, many thanks ...

tito jun, have you decided already on what lens to get?

tito jun, have you decided already on what lens to get?

yes, DinDin already knows (as you have advised) ...
downside, no upgrade for me to d200 ...

yes, DinDin already knows (as you have advised) ...
downside, no upgrade for me to d200 ...

congratulations sir.

and if i may say... thats a very good move. invest on lenses.

there will always be the D300s.. D400s.. D500s... it wont stop! :)

yes, DinDin already knows (as you have advised) ...
downside, no upgrade for me to d200 ...

pa try next time ha:)

i love this lens...

want to share some shots i've made with this lens...

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/42607153.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/60052538.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/65296402.jpg

i love this lens...

want to share some shots i've made with this lens...

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/42607153.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/60052538.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/65296402.jpg

daniel those are nice shots. was the vr active?

some more...

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/62559896.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/34913985.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/32344774.jpg

theres a lot to put but if you want more.... pls visit my web site link below

tnx

Daniel- Those are outstanding shots. Nice work!

daniel those are nice shots. was the vr active?

Thanks carlo.

VR on Normal mode

some more...

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/25085401.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/35619144.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/35619371.jpg

oh no i cant stop....
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/60145853.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/49643902.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/56590423.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/62734913.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/image/66853056.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/59969314.jpg

some more...

http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/25085401.jpg


Hahaha! :D Favorite shot of the night! Wonderful shots daniel, they're amazing. :)

Hahaha! :D Favorite shot of the night! Wonderful shots daniel, they're amazing. :)


LOL! Had to wipe the drool off my face on that one.

Nice shots Daniel! Keep em coming...

congratulations sir.

and if i may say... thats a very good move. invest on lenses.

there will always be the D300s.. D400s.. D500s... it wont stop! :)


yes, i already started to save for the camera upgrade ...
surely, this will take sometime ...
by next year, i am practcally sure that my savings will not yet be sufficient to buy me a d300 ...
after another year, i presume my savings will already be quite close to the price of a new d400, but not good enough ...
anyway, by the following year, i will definitely make sure that i am able to buy that d500 by forcing my friends to lend me their money ...
wish me all the luck then ...

pa try next time ha:)

of course ... so that next time your picture again appears in Digital Photopgraphy Philippines Mag, i can get credit for the lens ...

of course ... so that next time your picture again appears in Digital Photopgraphy Philippines Mag, i get credit for the lens ...

ofcourse:)

oh no i cant stop....http://www.pbase.com/dtan_ph/image/56590423.jpg

What do you call this? An iDJ? He's using two iBooks or MBPs instead of turntable or CD players. Astig ah.

hi tj, nice shots pare. i so love that lens. your brc photos are great. difficult to pan af3 pa naman. tapos you got pepon marave's af3 car pa. and do you have a teleconverter na? layo ng kuha ha.great photos pare.

That's actually James Winslow who ran with Pepon Marave's Kinetic F3 Racing Team. Nice photo nontheless.