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Entry No: 2 ------------ . . . I think I'm lost? --------------------- Camera Make: NIKON CORPORATION Camera Model: NIKON D80 Date/Time: 2008:07:22 17:26:54 Resolution: 640 x 700 Focal Length: 200.0mm (35mm equivalent: 300... Exposure Time: 0.0031 s (1/320) Aperture: f/5.6 ISO Equiv.: 200 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: program (auto)

Entry No:1 ----------- ' . . . come fly with me' ------------------------ Taken With: NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D80 Date/Time: 2008:07:22 17:30:47 Resolution: 657 x 700 Focal Length: 170.0mm (35mm equivalent: 255... Exposure Time: 0.0025 s (1/400) Aperture: f/6.3 ISO Equiv.: 200 Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: shutter priority (semi-auto)

Ollie, ND filters??? just a thought, IMHO, far more usefull would be a 'circular polorising filter' and it will double as a low number 'ND' filter. The use flexability you will get from a 'CPF' far exceds the ND. On a bright day, blue sky, it could be a permanent fixture on your lense! I think Hellibelie uses one a lot??? Certainly, if money was an issue, although CPF are not cheap, they represent better value for money usage wise? However if you want blured water . . . then I supose a set of ND's is the way. Dont foget there are gaduated ND's for landscape and seascapes, all gets a bit OTT IMHO? SW

Entry No 4 ----------- 'A Calender Page for June' ----------------------------- NIKON D80 Date/Time: 2008:06:24 18:35:21 Resolution: 640 x 533 Focal Length: 44.0mm (35mm equivalent: 66mm... Exposure Time: 0.0063 s (1/160) Aperture: f/6.3 ISO Equiv.: 100 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: program (auto)

Entry No 3 ----------- 'Crabs Eye View' ------------------ NIKON D80 Date/Time: 2008:06:24 18:49:15 Resolution: 735 x 458 Focal Length: 24.0mm (35mm equivalent: 36mm... Exposure Time: 0.0040 s (1/250) Aperture: f/8.0 ISO Equiv.: 200 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: program (auto)

Entry No 2 ----------- 'Boo!!!!' --------- NIKON D80 Taken On: 2008:06:24 18:38:07 Date/Time: 2008:06:24 18:38:07 Resolution: 640 x 531 Focal Length: 200.0mm (35mm equivalent: 300... Exposure Time: 0.020 s (1/50) Aperture: f/5.6 ISO Equiv.: 100 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: program (auto)

Entry No 1 ----------- 'The Power of Flight' ----------------------- NIKON D80 Taken On: 2008:06:24 18:52:13 Date/Time: 2008:06:24 18:52:13 Resolution: 700 x 482 Focal Length: 200.0mm (35mm equivalent: 300... Exposure Time: 0.0012 s (1/800) Aperture: f/5.6 ISO Equiv.: 200 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix Exposure: program (auto)

For me it was the program that made the pictures. I agree, they may not be 'every ones cup of tea', but, if one has to explain, then the Norfolk shot is about the 'light', and no need to resort to anything fancy to get it looking perfect, well, right at least, for the skeptic? I'm not so impressed with the Bristol shot, although I would love to be able to put my name to it. Again, the program emphasized the simplicity of the shot set up, in both cases, preparation, 'days of' were the key. Digital pictures these days, so often over processed, even if its well don, one still has ones suspicions? Harry Cory Wright, used nothing other than good planing and I suspect some top glass, perhaps that the rub? By the way, if you have not down loaded the 'large file version' of the pictures, especially the Norfolk one, its a revelation. SW

I have just watched the most stunning photography program on the BBC 10.40pm. featuring; Harry Cory Wright. I dont know his work, but he produced 2 photos that make me go weak at the knees in their simplicity. He used a simple 10x8 plate camera, no fancy 'gizmo's' simply aperture and shutter speed, not a filter or fancy lens in sight, he trusted what he saw. OK, I know its film and if you compare the JPEG shots to the large film shots there is no comparison . . . I want a 10x8 film plate camera??? but it ain't practical. However, it demonstrated to me, 'trust your eye' and let the camera do its thing? http://www.bbc.co.uk/madeinengland/harryco...ght/index.shtml SW

Nikon's D40 has 'full manual function', however the aperture is dialed on the camera not the lens, splitting hairs? Your advise ignores the fundamental, 'Nomadpaul' is obviously looking budget, 'entry level', nothing budget about the D40 other than the price. Old style mechanics as a learning tool, sorry, buying, second hand . . . the man wont have a clue, my advise would be to take the easy route. A D40 with the 2 kit lenses covering 18-200mm (27-300mm), will potentially deliver great pictures instantly, the 'photographic learning curve' is much more fun that way. John S, has put the point, the next hurdle will probably be 'wild life and a long telephoto', thats an expensive hurdle which ever camp you are in. If I get confused by your advise 'Andy-g', have a thought for those your are advising? SW

Hay thats a bit unfair, D40 not able to do manual!? I would suggest you look again 'Andy-g'. Just cos it ain't got an 'out of date?' aperture ring, set the aperture on the camera, as you look through the view finder and see it change if you wish. Unless Nikon have changed things since I last looked Take a look her Andy for up to date info; http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40/d40-specifications.htm Gives a full speck and review. SW PS, by the way, I have no axe to grind other than at entry level, the D40/lens package, takes some beating, on value, quality, out of the box fuctionality, instant picture from the word go, leaves the owner to learn the basics in the art of 'photography'. I dont even own a D40.

That what them that knows are saying, ' . . . you cant go wrong'. On the lens front, the new style of lens (INMHO) are superb at the price, and for the 'new to DSLRs' its great to have one less thing to worry about. By the time a 'newbie' has truly mastered the D40, the lens market will be full up to speed, or the 'newbie', by now, turned 'anorak'? will be looking to move on anyway. By then the older style 'D' bodies will be 'as cheap as chips' as we, old style body owners move on. Trawling through, 'fleeBay' last night, I came up with loads of bargins that would suit the new D40 owner, and remember a D40 lens will work on the more advanced? (complicated) bodies. The D40 owner can take great pictures, its only the . . . . . . . behind the camera that think all the 'knobs and whistles' make a photographer! SW

I may be biased, (Nikon user of 20 years) but IMHO Nikon have taken the high ground recently, only just, but reviews seem to give them a 1 or 2% lead. Essentialy, thats not a lot, but a win is a win. The one area Nikon are streets ahead on is their kit lenses, again, its not me, the reviews seem to give as much as a 10% advantage over competitors equivelent. The Nikon 18-55 and 18-70 are real gems, not seen anything on the 18-135? Nikons build quality is another area highlighted by the media, as solid in comparison with . . . . Try Ken Rokwells angle: http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/recommended-cameras.htm He is a bit OTT, between the eyes, but he does say it as it is, follow his links, 'after reading the review', he is very inforamative. The D40 has got to be at the top of the list if its a DSLR you crave after! SW

They say money does not grow on trees? . . . Well, meet the 'Diamond Tree'; Its at the bottom of Murphy's garden along with the end of the rain bow, strange, there was a rainbow when I took this shot SW

Hay Snatcher, before you part with your 'Gold', check out the Nikon D40, or D60. They compare very well with the Canon and in some areas it is said, out perform the Canon, just! The rest of the advise seems about right to me as a simple snapper? I use a Sandisk Extreme III 2 gb, in my D80. Card reader, the sandisk unit is a good'un, although I use a cheepo, Jessops own brand to good effect. I will leave others to their suggestions, we all have our favourites. But I do believe Nikon have taken the high ground for the time being? By the way, Sigma do a Nikon fit 18-200, but be sure you get the 'OS' version which ever way you jump, OS is 'anti vibration', worth 2 or 3 stops on the aperture, low light no need for flash! SW PS, JK is right about the lens, but, how much fiddling and faffing do you want to do changing lenses, . . . a **locks! . . . missed the shot!!?? For landscapes etc., (no movement shots) its got to be nothing but a 'prime lens'!!! loads of money and equally much time to set it up? And then get the magnifier out to do some pixel gazing I know, thats a little cynical . . . must not forget shooting in RAW!

Entry No 4 ----------- A Picture of Many Contrasts ------------------------------- File Size: 494 kb - 736x750 Canon PowerShot A640 Date/Time: 2008:03:18 18:05:20 Flash Used: No Focal Length: 7.3mm (35mm equivalent: 165mm... Exposure Time: 0.0025 s (1/400) Aperture: f/4.0 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix

Entry No 3 ----------- In the mood . . . ? ----------------- File Size: 177 kb - 800x557 Taken On: 2008:03:12 10:13:41 Canon PowerShot A640 Date/Time: 2008:03:12 10:13:41 Resolution: 800 x 557 Flash Used: No Focal Length: 8.5mm (35mm equivalent: 191mm... CCD Width: 1.60mm Exposure Time: 0.0008 s (1/1250) Aperture: f/7.1 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix

Considering further, the question raised by 'MG' . . . and my personal reaction to the new competition. I miss the theaming? however every picture I take has a question over it in my mind, 'Competition?'. Makes me look all the time as I drive around for possible pictures, (pain, often cant stop). However, when I can, I use the P&S compact glove compartment camera. Conclusion, the new rules are giving me a high awareness of my surroundings in photographic terms? so thats a Mmm SW

I must agree with you there 'MG'. Been involved in a couple of 'photo clubs' community hall, pub function room type. Not recently, but there was always a theme, as can be found in most media comps? Does not stop me but, it can be difficult to meaningfully, judge 'apples' against a 'landscape'? Must be said I dont like some of the themes, but thats life, its a challenge! As I say, not to stop me, and a personal opinion. SW

Minding my own business the other day waiting for a patient at the Hospital, when little critter came strutting its stuff. I think its a 'starling' but the colouring, it is so vivid! Any one know if this is normal or is it breeding plumage, perhaps a young bird, male/female??? SW

Entry No 2 ----------- 'The Black Stuff' ------------------ File Size: 324 kb - 786x800 Taken On: 2008:03:03 16:07:48 Canon PowerShot A640 Date/Time: 2008:03:03 16:07:48 Resolution: 786 x 800 Flash Used: Yes (auto, red eye reduction m... Focal Length: 7.3mm (35mm equivalent: 164mm... CCD Width: 1.60mm Exposure Time: 0.017 s (1/60) Aperture: f/2.8 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix

Entry No 1 ----------- 'Rock on!!!' ------------- Canon PowerShot A640 Date/Time: 2008:03:03 16:08:28 Resolution: 800 x 689 Flash Used: Yes (auto, red eye reduction m... Focal Length: 10.8mm (35mm equivalent: 244m... CCD Width: 1.60mm Exposure Time: 0.017 s (1/60) Aperture: f/3.2 Whitebalance: Auto Metering Mode: matrix

Hi Ayjay, love the 'Dunes' classic 3rds composition? In the words of Mr 'W' . . . "I like it a lot". Would have done well in the comp? Hope you dont mind, but I could not resist a little fiddle in PS Elements, brought the sun out Only used 'levels' as though it were a comp pic. SW

Mmm, see your point 'MG'? It appears here: http://www.treasured-memories.org.uk/12.ht...CFQKPPAod3WcGyA I can have fifty 35mm slides scanned to CD for £33.50? I like the idea of doing it myself but feel that a professional scan gives me a better chance, if I do want to PS any of them. Even 150 slides are not going to cost any more than a duplicator with step rings etc., and considerably less than modern film scanner. Once the job is done, the scanner will be no more use, "film is dead, long live film" Well nearly, they are still screwing the lid down? Just had a look a film scanners, as an on going option yes, but as my needs are finite, my fathers slides, some of my C/negatives. I will search the loft out first, see how much there is and sort it down to my minimum. Then its 'pro cost' or my time, a scanner and DIY ???? I'm looking forward to going through the 'old mans' photos after so many years, I think hang onto the memory I can do it? SW

Thanks Huge, Will never throw them away, just want a folder on my computer that I can look at some times . . . TB is treated so differently these days, all most non existent in the UK, so the medics say? Kathy got over it, and we had 26 years of very happy marriage. I need to sort through a suit case full to bursting of old family photos, pre 1950! I'm gon'a need some courage to do this, I have the means to scan the B&W prints myself. SW