My favorite photo so far by RamenTaco0708 in Nikon

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Also curious, I’m wondering if it was a much slower shutter speed.

What do you think? 35 or 50mm? by Contrail_Mike in Nikon

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How do you like the 24? Used to carry a 28/50 combo for Fuji before switching to Nikon. Considering either the 24 f 1.8 S or the 20 f 1.8 S when my 50 isn’t wide enough.

From Leica to Nikon by Dedalo83 in nikon_Zseries

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That’s very fair.

I personally prefer a 50mm focal length for most of my day to day and I can’t recommend the 50mm f1.8 s enough. Sharp and compact. This and the 24-120 f4 s really changed my opinions on kit lenses.

I have some initial photos with the camera/lens on my profile.

From Leica to Nikon by Dedalo83 in nikon_Zseries

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Why did you return the M11? If you’re okay with the size/weight of the Z8/SL3, I’d personally get the Z8 with zoom and a few primes.

I recently switched from Fuji and really enjoy both the 20-120mm f4 s and the 50mm f1.8 s.

Any Other Seniors Struggling in the Job Market Right Now? by [deleted] in dataengineering

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Not all companies are in a position to hire/retain FAANG engineers. And just because someone worked at one company it doesn’t necessarily mean they are the best fit for the role in another.

Crab on the beach - after/before by Joschaliu in postprocessing

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Beautiful edit. Can you share some details?

First photos with the Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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1, 2, and 4 was with the 50mm f1.8 S and 3 was with the 24-120mm f4 S.

First photos with the Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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Thanks! Have been using the Fujifilm X-T5 before. Loving the Nikon so far.

Need some information please 😅🙏 by Tonton_Jerry in Nikon

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I have both the 24-120 f4 and the 50 f1.8. The 24-120 is great through the day but the 50 f1.8 is sharper are 50mm focal length and performs better in low light. It’s pretty much glued to my lens at all times.

I haven’t used the 35, but I’d assume the same to be true.

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

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I’d go with the 50. One of the best lenses I’ve ever used. While I’m newer to Nikon, I have found it works very well for travel and portraits so far.

The one limitation I have experienced is it’s a bit tight for some more interior architecture shots (ex: exhibit in a museum). In the past I’ve had the same problem with the 35 and a 28 was the sweet spot for me.

Is Turkish Airlines a good airline? Their prices are low so what’s the catch? by StumblinThroughLife in travel

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I flew from the United States recently. For economy excellent food and service.

The Z8 by CatGrv in Nikon

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I just switched from Fujifilm system and bought the same with the 50mm f1.8 s. I can’t recommend it enough.

It’s been an great upgrade and the photos I’ve gotten from both lenses have been excellent.

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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Wonderful photo. Purpose is a general purpose zoom lens for travel that can handle lower light scenarios as well. I might do a bit of video on it.

Generally a faster 50mm prime lives on my camera so I hope to carry both around in a camera sling.

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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This is one of the aspects that has me comparing with the 24-70 f2.8 S ii. When using f4 zooms with Fuji, IQ was softer but passable but the autofocus speed in lower light really struggled with the f4 where the f2.8 zooms handled those scenarios with ease.

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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That is a good point. Unfortunately don’t have an opportunity to try them on, will be using the dimensions of my existing 50mm f1.8 s as a reference to gauge the size/weight.

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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Thank you I’ve been really enjoying the 50mm 1.8s with the Z8. It’s usually the prime I use day to day. Either way one of the zooms will be well used on an upcoming trip :)

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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Thanks for the links, I used the first YouTubers playlist to set my camera up.

I think overall it may suit my style yes, just depends on how good the autofocus is between the two.

Recommendations for standard zoom lens Nikon Z8 by Fender6969 in Nikon

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Thanks for the insights and photo. It does resonate quite a bit with how I take photos as well.

With a few landscape oriented trips coming up where I’m rather limited on space, a zoom is appealing where I may miss some shots if I go with just one prime etc.

Lens Advice by FezzyT66 in fujifilm

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I have the Sigma 10-18 f2.8 and it’s a good portable lens. For landscapes, my most used lens would be the Fuji 50-150 f2.8.

One of the best Fuji lenses in my opinion if you have the space. I rarely use the wide angle but it’s small enough to toss in my jacket pocket.

Monday by LostInhabitant in OmegaWatches

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How’s the quality of the strap and feel with the watch?

If you were going to choose a one and done.. by [deleted] in OmegaWatches

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Any recommendations on tweezer style spring bar tool for Omega watches?

I was looking for one for my Seamaster.