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  1. Stormy08

    WTSell: Bag - Gitzo Gitzo Century traveler camera backpack

    Classifieds Type: WTSell Equipment Type: Bag Brand: Gitzo Short Description: Century traveler camera backpack Price (S$): $420 Condition of Item(s): Mint Detailed Description: BNIB backpack with a dedicated compartment for a 15" laptop/tablet and 3 lenses. Features left and right zip...
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    WTSell: Accessory - Other Gitzo Century Traveler Camera Backpack (Black)- BNIB

    Classifieds Type: WTSell Equipment Type: Accessory Brand: Other Short Description: Gitzo Century Traveler Camera Backpack (Black)- BNIB Price (S$): $420 Condition of Item(s): Mint Detailed Description: Backpack with a dedicated compartment for a 15" laptop/tablet and 3 lenses...
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    Bird ID

    Hi, request the name of the bird please. Thanks.
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    CF TRIPOD FOR SIGMA 150-600MM SPORTS

    Hi, bought a Sigma 150-600mm Sports to try out bird photography. Looking for a quality carbon fibre tripod below $700, without center column to match with a Manfrotto 502AH fluid head. Thinking of getting the FEISOL CT-3442 Tournament Rapid carbon fiber tripod. Any users of this this? Any...
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    SIGMA 500MM F4 VS NIKON 300MM F2.8 VR II WITH 2X TC

    Doing a comparison between a Sigma 500mm F4 and a Nikon 300mm F2.8 combined with a 2X teleconverter. Both sets cost about the same price. Seeking comments from users of these 2 lenses. Thanks.
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    Choice of lenses for birding

    Thinking of trying out bird photography. Understand the pros of using prime vs zoom lenses and at least 500mm focal length is required for small birds. I have a FX and DX body. I have narrowed down to 2 choices of lenses: #1 Nikon 300mm PF with 1.4C (around $3k) #2 pre-owned Sigma 500mm F4.5...
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    Tripod for Birding

    Is a tripod with centre column suitable or absolutely necessary for bird photography? Planning to pair a LENSMASTER gimbal with a Nikon 200-500. Request recommendations of suitable carbon tripods below $600. Thanks.
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    AIMING DEVICE-BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY

    Very often I come across bird photographers using aiming devices atop of their DSLRs. What is the name of these devices? Are they available locally and the how much does it cost? Thanks.
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    Performance of NIKON 24-120mm F4

    Currently using a Nikon 35-70mm F2.8 for mid-range shoots. Though a very sharp lens that can focus very fast, I find the focal length rather restrictive if I were to use it as a walkabout lens, especially during overseas. Am contemplating getting the 24-120mm F4. However, many conflicting...
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    Choice of ND filter kits for landscape

    I am thinking of getting the following starter filter kits from Adorama for landscape photography. Excluding shipping cost, the package will come up to about S$310. a. Lee Foundation Kit Filter Holder b. Lee 77mm adapter c. Hitech 85mm ND Graduated ND Kit, hard edge (1,2 & 3 stops) d...
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    Bird Photography

    Plan to take up bird photography. Tried using the D7000 with the 70-200mm F4 at the Bird Park. Though this set up was very sharp but found the focal range too restrictive for small birds in the trees. Did some "googling" and am considering the following options: a. add a 1.4 converter, but...
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    Choosing a Tripod

    Looking to buy a good quality tripod with a ball head/pan & tilt for landscape and macro photography. Request advice on one that meets following requirements: a. capable of low angle use b. with quick release c. double up as a monopod d. support cam+lens+flash up to 3 kg Preferably not...
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    Europe Vs Singapore Nikon Warranty

    Bought a couple of F4 lenses in Europe. The warranty cards indicate "Nikon Europe BV". I understand lenses have international warranty. Should I register the lenses with Nikon Europe or Nikon Singapore? Any differences one can expect? Thanks
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    Almost Holy Trinity- D7000

    Can any D7000 users share their experience on the use of the following lenses please, a. Nikon 16-35mm f4 b. Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 c. Nikon 70-200mm f4
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    Worth buying from BnS?

    Hi, I am preparing to upgrade from the current Nikon kit lens and intend to buy quality primes and zooms. Was looking at the BnS section and observed that the prices quoted for lenses without warranty were similar or more costly than brand new grey lenses from local online shops. Such online...
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    Additions to Kit Lens

    I have a D7000 with 2 kit lens (18-105mm & 50mm 1.8). I do general photography and hope to dabble in some macro photography. Intend to get a brand new macro len and a telephoto up to 300mm. With a budget of <$1400, I am thinking of getting the Tamron SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 and Nikon...
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    WTSell: Bags - KATA KATA 123-GO-10

    Advertisement Category: Want To Sell (WTS) Equipment Type: Bags Equipment Brand: KATA Equipment Model: KATA 123-GO-10 Price (S$): 75 Description: Sling-Backpack Freebie with D7000 sale SMS/PM to deal Real Name: EH LIM Contact Number: 91075277 Condition of Item (as per guidelines): Mint...
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    Checking New DSLR

    Hi, intend to get a D90 within this fortnight. I seek advice on the camera checks required to ensure there is no fault. I heard about dead pixels. How should one go about checking on this? Also much appreciate advice on the brand/model and pricing of dry cabinets for 2 bodies and 4 lenses...
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    D90 - which kit set?

    I have decided to get a D90. It will be my first foray into DSLR. However, I am not sure which set of kit len(s) I should be getting. It seems kit 2 will cover my needs but am not sure the quality of the 2 lenses is on par with the 18-108mm. My interest is general. Thanks. Kit 1 - 18 to...
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    Conventional Lens

    I intend to take up DSLR photography soon and am looking at either the Canon 40D or Sony 350. I own a Tamron 80-20mm conventional len with a 2x converter, with a Pentax mount, from the film era. Can this len be used with DSLR, if I were to change the mount to suit the camera? Any...