#Nikon 24-70 F2.8

[michellimphoto]

"Come join me. My garden needs tending."

Model IG international.bombshell camera: Nikon Z6 lens: Nikkor F-S 24-70/f2.8G ED f2.8 1/100 sec ISO 500 Godox TL30

https://www.instagram.com/p/CkHWmN9vs6-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

[aradxan]

Claudine . . . ! by Geraldos  Outdoor portrait of Claudine ... f5.6 − 1/100 - ISO64 - No Flash - Nikon D850 - Tamron 24-70 f2.8 https://flic.kr/p/2mJvv7n

[lokuhapuarachchi]

Transitioning Gear: From Canon to Sony - A Journey of Adaptation and Savings

Preparing for an upcoming event in Leicester City, I decided to introduce a new addition to my camera gear. Before diving into the shoot, I wanted to familiarize myself with this latest equipment to ensure it seamlessly integrated into my setup.

My journey with photography spans across several iconic camera brands, starting from Minolta, Yashica, Practica, Olympus, and Pentax cameras from 1984 to 1991, transitioning to Nikon cameras from 1991 to 1998. However, the landscape shifted in 1998 when Canon stepped into the scene, bidding adieu to the familiar camera room. Canon swiftly became my preferred brand, solidifying that connection in 1999 with the Canon 400mm f2.8 L IS lens.

This lens became a staple, accompanying me to photograph international cricket matches for the Sri Lankan cricket team during my tenure at Reuters News Service. Its recommendation stemmed from multiple factors—excellent image quality, minimal optical distortion, a rapid aperture, image stabilization, and an agile autofocus system. While this lens thrived in sports reporting, my repertoire expanded to include everyday news, even extending to covering conflicts, utilizing three lenses: the Canon 16-35mm f2.8, 35-70mm f2.8, and 70-200mm f2.8. With a surplus of cameras matched to these lenses, I seamlessly interchanged cameras during shoots, minimizing lens changes.

However, as time progressed, my photographic needs underwent a metamorphosis. Weight reduction in equipment and a streamlined lens collection became paramount. Deliberating on this, Sony cameras emerged as a plausible option due to their lightweight build. Additionally, capturing bustling scenes without frequent lens changes became an appealing prospect.

Yet, I wasn’t prepared to compromise on lens quality or sacrifice the minimum aperture of f2.8. While lenses like Tamron 18-400mm f3.5-6.3, Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 L IS, and Sigma 28-300mm f/5.6-6.3 offered a range, the varying aperture and potential compromise in image quality didn’t align with my standards.

Contemplating a transition to Sony while retaining my Canon equipment, I stumbled upon the 35-150mm 2-2.8 lens—an intriguing find. Among the options like Samyang AF 35-150 f/2-2.8 FE and Tamron 35-150 mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD, I found subtle performance differences despite a significant price gap and that feverable to Samyang. Opting for the Samyang, priced attractively on Amazon at £854.00 while Tamoron price £1486.00, seemed like the right choice after thorough research.

Thus, with the Samyang 35-150 f2-2.8, a Sony A7 Mark II, and a Godox Xpro at an Amazon special price, I made the purchase using allocated funds for new camera equipment.

Adapting from my Canon gear to Sony, I sought solutions for flash equipment. I found that using the Godox XPro to employ flash strobe lights for Sony, alongside the Godox SX 400 Studio Flash for Canon and Godox V1Hot Shoe, proved more cost-effective than purchasing new flash equipment. The entire conversion from Canon to Sony, inclusive of accessories, totaled £1585.00. This transition meant relinquishing the focal range of 35-16mm and 150-200mm, which I deemed acceptable given the substantial savings.

Considering the Amazon prices, the total expense for the Canon lenses (16-35mm f/2.8 = £1599.00, 24-70mm f/2.8 = £1947.00, and 70-200mm f/2.8 = £1624.00) would have amounted to £5170.00. Thus, by completing a full Canon to Sony conversion, I managed to meet my requirements while saving £3585.00.

With my setup primed, I am now geared up to capture the event in Leicester City next weekend, all with the convenience of a single lens.

by - Anuruddha Lokuhapuarachchi

[dskimages]

What technological marvel do you think this is? This technology has advanced quite a bit over the decades and if you know the current versions, you may still not know these. This is a section of panels that were duplicates of the ones that flew on NASA's Skylab back in the 70's. That was when photovoltaic cells were a rarity and quite expensive. Plus imagine trying to make something that will take the shake, rattle, and pounding of a rocket launch. So much so that one set of the panels did not extend when it finally got into space. Even then, the sunny side of the panels are around 250 degrees F while the back side can be -250 degrees F! These are some heavy duty solar panels and the best they could do in the day. I took this pic of the panels on display at the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit there and recommend it to anyone interested in rockets and space. Especially the Saturn V building which also houses these panels. Some of the static displays outside need some maintenance, but I imagine they don't get as much attention from visitors unless you're old enough like me to remember when those were the new thing. Still, I would go back any chance I get. . Jun 21 . I show all my pics here, or you can follow JUST my travel pics at @DSKwanders. . Nikon D610, f4.5, 1/3200s, ISO-2500, 24mm, Tamron SP 24-70mm f2.8 Di VS USD G2 with Polorizer filter Adobe Lightroom enhancements . #DSKImagesNW #mydailypic #mydailyphoto #myphotooftheday #mypicoftheday #InstaDaily #InstaPic #myshots #myphotography #PicoftheDay #PhotooftheDay #PhotographyDaily #BestoftheDay #thingsISee #thethingsiveseen #unique #perspective #Engineering #industrial #throughmylens #PhotoAddict #JustGoShoot #InstaFocus #whatISee #Skylab #SolarPower #SolarPowered https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUw0yHrKRz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[niklas-g]

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[scotianostra]

Good Morning from Scotland

Loch Rusky sunrise by Damon Finlay Via Flickr: With it's calm reflective waters this loch near Callander is a favourite with many photographers.

[alluneedissunshine]

Sunset at lake Eibsee and Zugspitze by Bernhard Thum Via Flickr: After beeing with the SUP at lake Eibsee, I took the bike to get at a viewpoint which seemed to be well suited for sunset. Taken with the 24-70 f2.8 Nikkor at the Z7 with 24 mm focal length.

[imadethisforschool]

pt 2

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[michellimphoto]

"So, are we gonna talk like grownups?" Black Widow cosplayer IG kyso_lo Camera: Nikon Z6 Lens: Nikkor F-S 24-70/f2.8G ED f2.8 1/250 sec ISO 100

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj_gy1lv68O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

[bethebride]

Black Sea by Armin Sivac

[rosanacafe]

Milonga por Rosana Por Flickr:

[thephoblographer]

The Best Lenses for Photojournalists Using Any Camera System

These are without a doubt, the best ones you can get.

Photojournalism can take various forms. It can be as simple as event photography for the party that you’re going to. Photojournalism is also a huge part of wedding photography. But most importantly, it’s about capturing the world as it happens in front of you. There are loads of great cameras you can use for this. However, which lenses do you choose? That’s where we’re coming in to help you pick…

[brickcentral]

Every month, we pick a LEGO photographer active in our community and share some of their work and a little about themselves. This month we moved to Poland to meet @archiminibricks!

"My name is Arek, archiminibricks since the Tumbler/insta-reel revolution - legomiki earlier. I'm 38, from Poland and live in the Silesia region. I have 2 kids and they are the reason for LEGO re-love.

I start hobbygraphy 15 years ago and LEGO photography in 2021, after watching Polish LEGO masters and discover lukasdata photos, I started digging more and on the way here I found Four Bricks Tall youtube channel and Brickcentral gathering people with the same passion and it all boost my photo skills a lot - at least I hope so.

I use a Nikon z6II with nikkor 24-70 f4, sigma 70-200 f2.8 and nikkor 40 f3.2 macro. I was using continuous lighting for a long time but recently switched to flash which is way more challenging , but also way more rewarding in the final image. And the shelf with cardboards, diffusers, clamps and wires is overgrowing.

I love to shoot outdoors where the possibility of creating a small world with some tiny sticks, moss, grass and mist from face atomizer is unlimited, but due to lack of time I often create a small world on the kitchen or balcony table.

The things that I always search in photos are atmosphere and story, I love light shining through the windows, doors or branches that somehow fill the scene. I like making the scene foggy, misty, dusty or sweaty. I also pay too much attention to "perfect photo" scenery and make 50 shots of one scenery - but I fight with it recently, accepting that perfect scenery doesn't exist and searching for it, just holding you down.

I search for inspirations in real life and other LEGO world creators. I mostly photograph “down to earth one actor” minifig scenes. Love hiker and sad clown minifig.

All my pictures are post-processed in Lightroom (PS sometimes). I like that second “bringing to life” feeling - but don’t like to add fake digital stuff.

Thank you Brickcentral for the opportunity to say something about me. Create for yourself not for social media applause and that's gonna be your best photos."

Thank you @archiminibricksfor accepting our invitation and let the community knows you better!

If you want some insights on the exclusive picture and for a better view of the others, head to our blog at https://brickentral.net/.

- @theaphol, Community Outreach Manager

[niklas-g]