Was just surprised with a Nikon....

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 06:38 PM

Father just came home and has been trying to trick me about buying my mother a new camera, well he walked into my room with a nikon d40x. It seems like a great camera, came with a 18-55 lense, we need to buy a better more zooming lense but for now its ok...any tips on how to use and lenses? My dad has some old minolta lenses (very expensive) can they work with the nikon?

e92phreak · 07-31-2007, 06:42 PM

Nope... Your Minolta lenses are not compatible.

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 07:14 PM

damn well it was worth asking...does anyone have any tips or recommendations on good lenses for sports and sightseeing?

tweak84 · 07-31-2007, 07:23 PM

i have the same camera, and i bought the 55-200 mm lens for long range shots and i keep the "stock" one for close up stuff, its a damn good camera i love it more and more each time i use it.

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 07:29 PM

Im thinking about getting this one...http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...G_ED_AF_S.html ill upload a pic i took of the m6 in a second....

spacedogg · 07-31-2007, 07:55 PM

The Nikkor 18-200mm f4-5.6 VR lens is very highly recommended for general photography...it is basically 90% of all lenses you would ever need.

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 07:59 PM

would it be good for taking pictures at a dolphins game?

darkcloud · 07-31-2007, 08:15 PM

I got d40x for my birthday present too. My dad bought me the kit with the main lens and the 55-200mm lens as well. It's pretty sweet! I took it out when I went wakeboarding with my buddy and it takes some awesome sport/action shots. Now all I need to do is learn how to start using the camera manually and not always in the auto mode.

As far as lenses go I feel I'm pretty set for a little while. The only thing I may get is a larger zoom lens and maybe one of those goofy lenses that takes the really crazy, hazy shots like a fisheye.

I also know some people will eventually chime in saying "oh you should have gotten the xti" but there basically the same and the only really noticable difference is the cameras caseing and the logos. The d40x also can't use older Nikkor lenses, well they can but only if you know how to manually focus. The older lenses can't use the auto focus feature.

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 08:34 PM

hmm didnt know that about the lenses, have you ever taken sports shots (football, baseball) from a seat in a stadium with you 55-200 lense. Mine came with 18-55 so im looking to upgrade to either a 200 or 300mm lense depending on what the pros (you guys) suggest

darkcloud · 07-31-2007, 08:55 PM

^^No I haven't went to a sporting event with my camera yet, just some wakeboarding ones. I'll be sure to take it along to the season opener of Pittspuke v. Cleveland. I have season tickets in the dawg pound so I should be able to get some pretty good shots.

Heres the wakeboarding ones. Shot in auto mode and these are raw images...

Thats not me haha, I'm no where near that good.

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 09:05 PM

lol nice pics....ill go to a marlins game once i get the new lense and take some practice pictures before the real season (dolphins) begins....maybe ill get lucky and buy it thursday night before dolphins training camp...i got vip passes so im all excited lol...heres the first pic taken with the d40x

Shot with NIKON D40X at 2007-07-31

darkcloud · 07-31-2007, 09:09 PM

Miami Heat... is that just cuz your family is a big fan or does your dad work for the Heat?

BTW sick M!

325 Baller · 07-31-2007, 09:11 PM

just fans...thanks for the compliment...the only problem with it is it doesnt get out enough =(

rwwong · 07-31-2007, 11:12 PM

Your camera is only as good as your lenses are. Don't skimp on the glass! I have these two lenses, and I wouldn't settle for anything less. Both are sharp and very fast lenses. If you can't afford them, save up!

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...AF_S_Zoom.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc..._VR_G_AFS.html

gtb75 · 07-31-2007, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by rwwong

Your camera is only as good as your lenses are. Don't skimp on the glass!

I shoot Canon, but I agree with this statement... That being said, learn with what you have before you start making huge investments in hardware. The 18-200mm VR listed above is a very good all around lens from what I've heard. If you want to invest in a zoom and don't mind carrying larger glass, then I'd recommend staying away from "super zoom" lenses. Actually, the really serious guys use prime lenses which are fixed focal length (no zoom). Anyways, here's a great resource for lens reviews: http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/

Here's the trio I use with my EOS 30D:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc..._USM_Lens.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...4L_IS_USM.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...f_4_EX_DG.html

noidea · 08-01-2007, 03:37 AM

I will buy the Nikon D40x tomorrow too....but instead of getting the 18-55mm lens i go for the 18-135mm lens. My friend have the same camera with the same lens and it is definately better than the 18-55mm lens.

u can consider that !

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...D_IF_AF_S.html

325 Baller · 08-01-2007, 09:57 AM

Im going to go over to ritz camera today and ask them about lenses. Tell them what im looking to use it for and price range and hope that they can find me one under 400. If they can I think ill buy it and head over to training camp (dolphins) and take some pictures

Gort · 08-01-2007, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 325 Baller

Father just came home and has been trying to trick me about buying my mother a new camera, well he walked into my room with a nikon d40x. It seems like a great camera, came with a 18-55 lense, we need to buy a better more zooming lense but for now its ok...any tips on how to use and lenses? My dad has some old minolta lenses (very expensive) can they work with the nikon?

I bought a Nikon D-200 last fall and it is simply the best camera I have ever used. I have the 18-200mm zoom lens and I hardy ever change lenses. It does everything well.

325 Baller · 08-01-2007, 08:45 PM

Just bought this lense...not really sure if I like it or not, would like some opinions....http://www.epinions.com/Sigma_70_300...o_for_Nikon_AF

noidea · 08-01-2007, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 325 Baller

Just bought this lense...not really sure if I like it or not, would like some opinions....http://www.epinions.com/Sigma_70_300...o_for_Nikon_AF

Does it have Auto focus build-in ? I was tot that the Nikon D40s can only used Nikon AF-S lens because they have build in auto-focus.

325 Baller · 08-01-2007, 09:35 PM

ya thats the problem, it doesnt have autofocus built in (i dont thnk) reading the directions it says it does but I couldnt get it to auto focus. Im going over to Ritz Camera tomarrow after the gym to see if they can either A) make it auto focus, or B) exhange (ill pay the difference) for one that does auto focus. Its not a big deal to be honest it would just be nice to take advantage of that feature.

spacedogg · 08-01-2007, 09:57 PM

Review of the 18-200mm VR lens:

http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/18200.htm

It has image stabilization (Nikon calls it vibration reduction = VR) which makes it a great lens...costly tho...

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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Was just surprised with a Nikon.... Father just came home and has been trying to trick me about buying my mother a new camera, well he walked into my room with a nikon d40x. It seems like a great camera, came with a 18-55 lense, we need to buy a better more zooming lense but for now its ok...any tips on how to use and lenses? My dad has some old minolta lenses (very expensive) can they work with the nikon? __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	damn well it was worth asking...does anyone have any tips or recommendations on good lenses for sports and sightseeing? __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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tweak84 i shake a lot 76 Rep 108 Posts Drives: 07 Z4M 17 X5M Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (1)	i have the same camera, and i bought the 55-200 mm lens for long range shots and i keep the "stock" one for close up stuff, its a damn good camera i love it more and more each time i use it.
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Im thinking about getting this one...http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...G_ED_AF_S.html ill upload a pic i took of the m6 in a second.... __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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spacedogg Colonel 203 Rep 2,816 Posts Drives: Debadged Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	The Nikkor 18-200mm f4-5.6 VR lens is very highly recommended for general photography...it is basically 90% of all lenses you would ever need.
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	would it be good for taking pictures at a dolphins game? __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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darkcloud Colonel 353 Rep 2,385 Posts Drives: 09 VW JSW Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: cleveland, oh iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I got d40x for my birthday present too. My dad bought me the kit with the main lens and the 55-200mm lens as well. It's pretty sweet! I took it out when I went wakeboarding with my buddy and it takes some awesome sport/action shots. Now all I need to do is learn how to start using the camera manually and not always in the auto mode. As far as lenses go I feel I'm pretty set for a little while. The only thing I may get is a larger zoom lens and maybe one of those goofy lenses that takes the really crazy, hazy shots like a fisheye. I also know some people will eventually chime in saying "oh you should have gotten the xti" but there basically the same and the only really noticable difference is the cameras caseing and the logos. The d40x also can't use older Nikkor lenses, well they can but only if you know how to manually focus. The older lenses can't use the auto focus feature. __________________ retired 06 E90 325i New: 09 VW Platinum Grey Jetta Sportwagen 2.0T SEL w/DSG, panoramic sunroof and Ipod adapter
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	hmm didnt know that about the lenses, have you ever taken sports shots (football, baseball) from a seat in a stadium with you 55-200 lense. Mine came with 18-55 so im looking to upgrade to either a 200 or 300mm lense depending on what the pros (you guys) suggest __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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darkcloud Colonel 353 Rep 2,385 Posts Drives: 09 VW JSW Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: cleveland, oh iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	^^No I haven't went to a sporting event with my camera yet, just some wakeboarding ones. I'll be sure to take it along to the season opener of Pittspuke v. Cleveland. I have season tickets in the dawg pound so I should be able to get some pretty good shots. Heres the wakeboarding ones. Shot in auto mode and these are raw images... Thats not me haha, I'm no where near that good. __________________ retired 06 E90 325i New: 09 VW Platinum Grey Jetta Sportwagen 2.0T SEL w/DSG, panoramic sunroof and Ipod adapter
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	lol nice pics....ill go to a marlins game once i get the new lense and take some practice pictures before the real season (dolphins) begins....maybe ill get lucky and buy it thursday night before dolphins training camp...i got vip passes so im all excited lol...heres the first pic taken with the d40x Shot with NIKON D40X at 2007-07-31 __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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darkcloud Colonel 353 Rep 2,385 Posts Drives: 09 VW JSW Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: cleveland, oh iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Miami Heat... is that just cuz your family is a big fan or does your dad work for the Heat? BTW sick M! __________________ retired 06 E90 325i New: 09 VW Platinum Grey Jetta Sportwagen 2.0T SEL w/DSG, panoramic sunroof and Ipod adapter
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	just fans...thanks for the compliment...the only problem with it is it doesnt get out enough =( __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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noidea 89 Rep 620 Posts Drives: BMW E90 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: AUST iTrader: (1)	I will buy the Nikon D40x tomorrow too....but instead of getting the 18-55mm lens i go for the 18-135mm lens. My friend have the same camera with the same lens and it is definately better than the 18-55mm lens. u can consider that ! http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...D_IF_AF_S.html
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Im going to go over to ritz camera today and ask them about lenses. Tell them what im looking to use it for and price range and hope that they can find me one under 400. If they can I think ill buy it and head over to training camp (dolphins) and take some pictures __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	Just bought this lense...not really sure if I like it or not, would like some opinions....http://www.epinions.com/Sigma_70_300...o_for_Nikon_AF __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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325 Baller Colonel 280 Rep 2,576 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Boca Raton, Florida iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	ya thats the problem, it doesnt have autofocus built in (i dont thnk) reading the directions it says it does but I couldnt get it to auto focus. Im going over to Ritz Camera tomarrow after the gym to see if they can either A) make it auto focus, or B) exhange (ill pay the difference) for one that does auto focus. Its not a big deal to be honest it would just be nice to take advantage of that feature. __________________ ----------------------------------------------------
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spacedogg Colonel 203 Rep 2,816 Posts Drives: Debadged Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (0)	Review of the 18-200mm VR lens: http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/18200.htm It has image stabilization (Nikon calls it vibration reduction = VR) which makes it a great lens...costly tho...
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