So you got yourself a brand new DSLR and after using it for a little while got the dreaded "Err" error on your camera LCD? Fear not, your camera might not damaged and there might be no need to return it back to Nikon, as they suggest in most camera...
Cameras and Lenses Category Archive - Page 95
How to Change Aperture on Nikon D3000 and D5000
I get a lot of questions around changing aperture on Nikon D3000 and D5000 cameras and why aperture sometimes changes automatically on some lenses. This is a very quick tip on how to change aperture on both D3000 and D5000 (the top view is identical for both). (more…)
Nikon D700 vs D300s
Many of our readers request detailed information on the difference between the Nikon D700 and Nikon D300/D300s DSLR cameras. They wonder why there is such a big price difference, while the cameras look almost identical and the number of megapixels is the same. In this comparison, I will be providing...
Nikon Lens Abbreviations
Nikon lens naming convention can sometimes be rather confusing, because Nikon uses letters and abbreviations to identify different lens components. Knowing what each of those stands for can be valuable, especially during the process of evaluating and purchasing lenses. Since Nikon has been producing lenses for so many years and...
Nikon DX vs FX – What You Need to Know
Currently, Nikon uses two different sizes of sensors in their cameras: FX and DX. What are DX and FX and how are they different? Which one is better and why? If you need a clear understanding of these formats and their differences, along with seeing actual image samples from both,...
Nikon D700/D3 vs D3s High ISO Noise Comparison
In this Nikon D700/D3 vs D3s High ISO Noise Comparison, I will be focusing on providing information and image samples from the first-generation Nikon full frame cameras (Nikon D700 and Nikon D3) as well as from the current high ISO king - Nikon D3s. High ISOs are needed in low-light...
Nikon 16-35mm f/4 VR Review
This is an in-depth review of the Nikon AF-S 16-35mm f/4G ED VR lens that was released in February of 2010. The Nikon 16-35mm VR lens is a pro-grade constant aperture lens for enthusiasts and professional photographers that need an ultra wide-angle zoom lens with the latest generation of vibration...
Nikon D3000 vs D5000
Since I get a lot of requests from our readers to provide a comparison the two entry-level DSLRs - Nikon D3000 and Nikon D5000, I decided to post a quick "Nikon D3000 vs D5000" article to highlight the key differences and provide my recommendations. (more…)
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Review
This is an in-depth review of the Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR lens that was released back in August 2006 together with the Nikon D80. The Nikon 70-300mm VR lens is targeted towards sports, nature and wildlife photographers that need a lightweight, versatile telephoto lens with great optics and vibration...
Where to Buy a Camera
One question I get asked very often from my readers and friends is, "Where should I buy a camera?" While this might seem like a pretty straightforward answer to many of our readers, I still decided to write a quick article about where to buy cameras and why. This is...