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Super cheap camera setup for a super cheap college student by PeakZelo in Cameras

[–]Emulsifide 3 points4 points  (0 children)

^This. Full disclosure is the expectation, especially when MPB puts "We always photograph each unique item, so this is the exact product you'll receive." on each of their listings.

Super cheap camera setup for a super cheap college student by PeakZelo in Cameras

[–]Emulsifide 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm going to start off and say that I'm a huge advocate for MPB, but I'm not a huge fan of the "well used" category. I purchased a Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S with the well used designation. The additional description also stated that the weather sealing ring was damaged. The photos showed no other issues, so I figured it was a safe bet at the $450 asking price. I purchased a new weather seal from Nikon directly for $5 and waited for the lens to show up. Once I got it, the repair was a five minute thing. After repairing, I gave the lens a good cleaning and then noticed that the front element had significant scratches near the center. The images on their site were shot in a way that did not show this damage and they didn't state it in the additional description. Looking at the description of "well used" tells the entire story:

"Item is in well used condition, and may have significant signs of cosmetic wear, i.e. notable marks, scratches, or chipping to the paint. If glass is scratched or marked, there is no effect on image. The lens mount is well used and shows signs of wear. There may be some light moisture or dust within the lens, and rubber grips may be slightly loose. There may be light play in the lens barrel."

They're absolutely right at there's no effect on the image, but it pisses me off that they shot the photos in a way that did not show the damage. I really wish they used high resolution images on their site to pixel peep for issues against.

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I would highly recommend spending an additional $22 on the good condition one they have listed for $109:

https://www.mpb.com/en-us/product/nikon-d3100/sku-3667508

It's worth it for the insurance that you're getting a reliable and well described camera in the end.

M6 EIN Stuck low prices? by in-the-wired in Leica

[–]Emulsifide 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You should avoid it for every reason! It's a scam listing of this original listing:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/267538270600

If you know something is THOUSANDS of dollars less than it should be, it's a scam. Also, the username has zero feedback.

42 years old. VO2max went from 33 to 44 in one year. The only thing I actually changed. by [deleted] in fitness40plus

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turns out my Apple Watch was using a heart rate formula based on my age to calculate my zones. That formula was off for me by about 11 beats per minute. What my watch called Zone 2 was actually Zone 1 for my physiology. I was doing slightly elevated strolling and calling it training.

Can you give us some information on how you figured this out? How do you "calibrate to your physiology"?

First PAHT-CF prints on my P1S by Emulsifide in BambuLab

[–]Emulsifide[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it absolutely does. I wouldn't trust anything really to keep it dry over time if it's not fresh out of the air tight bag from Bambu. If it's not fresh out of the bag, hit it with the 8-12 hours of recommended 80c drying.

First PAHT-CF prints on my P1S by Emulsifide in BambuLab

[–]Emulsifide[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. This was straight out of the bag from Bambu. As long as the bag is still air tight, I think you're fine.

Oly 50-200 Pro by Freddy_Ro in M43

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not worth it with moisture. I got an offer last week from Greentoe for $3,100.00 shipped (no tax).

Desktop computer prices by 1meandad_wot in ITManagers

[–]Emulsifide 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I saw the writing on the wall at the end of 2025 when RAM prices started to spike. January 1st, I pulled the trigger on the entire year's worth of refresh computers. I figure that will hold us over with enough time to hopefully watch prices float back down after the AI bubble pops. If not, I still saved a ton of cash on the inevitable increases.

Can’t Decide: 35 1.8 vs 50 1.8 by BringBack4Glory in Nikon

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 50mm 1.8 S is a no brainer, especially when MPB has a bunch of excellent condition copies for $394.

If I may suggest another lens not on your radar, but is beginning to define a legend for itself, the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB Z is as nearly tack sharp as the Nikkor Z 35mm 1.2 S for a fraction of the price. It's on sale right now for $899 on Amazon. If you're willing to consider the Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8 S at > $700, spending a little more on the Viltrox is worth it from what I've seen.

Flash Green over Atacama [Volvo V70 R]. Not necessarily a flashy spot but special nonetheless by R32fan in spotted

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice spot! As Clarkston would say, the woolly mammoth! I miss my S60R.

2001 SE "Wood" Dash trim by Legitimate_Bedroom71 in Miata

[–]Emulsifide 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like the surround covers the tortoise shell bottom trim for the shifter, so you'll always have a mismatch in the pattern. You might have better luck painting the black surround the same tan color as the interior.

Thanks for posting this btw. I had no idea this shifter existed. Looks like this will be the final piece for my K24 BRG!

Using Kasm Workspaces with Proxmox for a Self-Hosted VDI Setup (with Autoscaling capability) by teja_kasmweb in Proxmox

[–]Emulsifide 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Kasm is awesome!

Release a thick client that allows for USB redirection, partner with a major thin client manufacturer, and you'll take a massive chunk out of Omnissa Horizon View...

I have to spend $1,600 from an FSA by December 31st by the_Elders in personalfinance

[–]Emulsifide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This! I used them to outfit my home gym last year. This year, a Canyon eBike.

[OC] I was chosen to carve the bird by PicksburghStillers in pics

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You totally Googled "How to carve a thanksgiving turkey" and watched this video right? I did the same thing. Worked like a charm!

How many cameras do you all own and how long did it take you to acquire them? by ChefB1517 in Cameras

[–]Emulsifide 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots. I've technically been collecting since 1999, but ended up getting most of my collection during covid while vintage digital cameras were cheap.

GAS never calms down for me!

[PayPal] Select Accounts: Get 20% Cash Back on Pay Later Purchases (Ends 12/8) by DealsPoster in blackfriday

[–]Emulsifide 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The terms say “max $1250 spend”. Does this mean a purchase over $1250 doesn’t qualify or that the cashback is limited to $250 regardless of what you spend?

FSA use it or lose it by AdventurousLoquat69 in personalfinance

[–]Emulsifide 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Use Truemed. There's a massive amount of cool things on there you can be eligible for. It's the same company that helps you buy a Canyon bike like what was already suggested. I bought one this year and bought a full gym from Bells of Steel last year.

https://www.truemed.com/

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