Shot using z6ii + 24-120 f4s lens

Cincinnati.

My Nikon Refurbished 24-120 f4 just arrived,
bought it for $844 including tax. Got the 180-600 for birding/wildlife and 40 f2 for night photography. Do others have same set up?

Over the past few months

I spotted this hungry guy earlier, must be preparing for winter.

Camera: Z9
Lens: 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR (with FTZ II adapter)
Shutter speed: 1/400
ISO: 400
Aperture: f/5.6
Focal length: 500mm (this image is cropped)

All photos were taken on a Z50II, the first two were with the kit 50-250 F/4.5-6.3, The ladder five a new to me Tamron 28-75 f/2.8 Sony E adapted to Z (heresy I know but it was cheaper than native z)

TL/DR: I feel like my photos arent "good" and want honest critiques on any improvement I could make

In all honesty this post is more a seeking of critiques, while I know these photos are traditionally good, I don't know if i can trust the opinions of those i know ot be honest/not yes manning. Anyways... I've been trying to experiment with a lot of flower photography given fall is coming last month was the perfect time. The experiment in this case was a more artsy approach to photography, while I love my new lens and its amazing. I feel like my photos arent, good. Not a traditional good like "ooh thats a nice photo" vs a "wow thats amazing" photo.

I just feel like they're just a photo anyone could take and not very unique. So posting and recieving critiques seemed like a valuable way to improve.

(Also if you are confused with the 6th photo, it is an old fence with lichen and something else growing on it with a split in it, its my favorite out of the bunch simply for how it makes you wonder what it is and the cool ravine effect with the crack and depth of field.)

anyways, hope you liked the photos and the word spam XD.

Very keen to get this in. I think I’m either gonna absolutely love it or try to sell it immediately. Anybody else got one coming?

Brand new apsc lens for Nikon and a very tempting price point.

Wanted to post these here bc I’ve found the analog subs are pretty harsh critics and this is less about me trying to brag on my photos than it is about discussing how utterly impressive the F4S feels even today.

Admittedly I know these aren’t the most interesting shots, but this concert was truthfully the first event I’d ever covered seriously on film or ever used my F4S at, and I’m honestly shocked by how absurdly well it performed.

I covered the concert predominantly on digital and then used the F4S during setup / intermissions / lulls in the action; I had the 50 1.4 Ai-S and I shot on HP5+ pushed to 3200 in aperture priority and genuinely like 90% of the roll turned out phenomenal. There were a fair number of similar shots which is my fault for having the bad carryover habit of burst shooting on digital, but the camera found focus shockingly easily given the lighting situation, and it also metered incredibly well IMO. I knew the F4S was a well regarded SLR in Nikon’s lineup, I guess I just didn’t expect it to be exactly as capable as it is. I’m a decent photographer, but a novice on film, and to get results like this on the first roll is genuinely a testament to this beast of a camera.

Picked up the 17-35 F/2.8D ED-IF today, and I’m excited to put a ton more rolls through this thing!

Quick question for those of you who put skins or wraps on your cameras. Why do you use them? Is it mainly for looks and personalisation, or do they actually serve a practical purpose, like protecting the camera from scratches?

If I already have a cage on my camera, is there really a need for one?

Also, for those who use them, do they trap heat? I do a lot of video recording, so that’s something I’m a bit concerned about.

I’m using the Nikon Z8. Would you recommend getting a skin for it, and if so, which one? Just trying to figure out if it’s actually worth it or if it’s more of a cosmetic thing. Would love to hear your experiences!

Thanks in advance.

Some photographs I took of my daily visitors using a Nikon z5 with the Nikkor 180-600 F/5.6-6.3

Nikon Z63
Nikkor 70-180mm f2.8 with x2 teleconverter

Hey guys, does anyone have a Nikon ZR and had a chance to try out or know any info about this macOS Raw Supersampler app that keeps files in the R3D NE format but gives more compressed sizes?

Looks promising but not sure if there’s any hidden catches (other than the hefty price).

https://www.supersampler.app

shot on:

Nikon D5100

Nikon AF 10,5mm f/2.8 Fisheye

Godox iM30 Pro

Almost everyone I've spoken to has recommended Sony, mainly because of its autofocus and lens ecosystem. However, Nikon's pricing in India is quite attractive, and I'd like to understand what Nikon offers beyond just being cheaper.

I recently started a marketing agency in India and am looking to invest in a full-frame hybrid camera for our content production.

Currently, around 90% of our work is video and 10% is photography. We primarily create social media content, brand videos, product videos, and other commercial content. As the agency grows, we may take on more photography projects, so I need a reliable hybrid camera.

My maximum budget is INR 2.2 lakh ($2,322) for the camera body, with around INR 1 lakh ($1,055) for a lens initially.

Here are the prices I've found in India:

• Sony A7 V — $2,350
• Nikon Z6 III — $1,790
• Nikon ZR — $1,580

I'm particularly interested in the Nikon Z6 III and ZR, but I'm open to other suggestions. I'm starting fresh with a camera system, so I haven't invested in any lenses yet, and Nikon's lens prices work well for my budget.

Most people recommend Sony despite the extra cost. Since I'm starting fresh, is that premium justified, or would Nikon be just as good for my use case?

Apart from the price, what advantages does Nikon have over Sony?

I'd especially appreciate opinions from people who have used both systems professionally. For those who use Nikon, what made you choose it over Sony?