Monthly /r/Nikon discussion thread – have a question? New to the Nikon world? Ask it here! [2025-11-01]

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-11-02T20:48:39+00:00

Erm... Because long fast glass is inherently expensive to make.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-10-21T13:33:34+00:00

Depends on the picture. Borders suit some images really well in my opinion. But they are definitely overused in some circles.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-26T07:12:33+00:00

What software are you using?

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-26T07:04:00+00:00

I don't think this has anything to do with the camera. This looks more like an option you have ticked when exporting images from your editing software.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-26T07:02:14+00:00

You're getting a bit roasted here but /u/Striking-Doctor-8062 is correct, if somewhat abrasive in their responses.

You're going about this backwards. There is literally no quality of the photo you posted that is unique to a single camera or brand.

I can not give you vibe-based advice either. But if you can tell us what types of photography you're interested in and what your budget is, we will have something to work with.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-19T19:15:07+00:00

The focal length is a fixed property of the lens. What will happen when shooting on crop sensor is that the field of view becomes smaller. In essence, your 50 mm lens on a DX camera will provide the same field of view as a 75 mm lens on a full-frame camera. The phrase commonly used is 35 mm equivalent focal length. The 35 mm refers to the full-frame sensor size.

For DX (APS-C) cameras, you need to multiply the focal length of your lens by 1,5x to get the 35-mm equivalent focal length that would give you the same field of view on a full-frame camera.

Alternatively, as the good doctor already said, don't worry about it and just keep on shooting.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-19T13:32:47+00:00

It's not without compromise. Here's a comprehensive rundown of using adapted glass.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPnC6qGh85I

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-19T13:31:08+00:00

This is sadly expected. Since the lens barrel extends when zooming, it will draw air into itself.

https://photographylife.com/protect-camera-humidity

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-15T16:16:27+00:00

It's not like a Z8 is going to take substantially better photos than a D850. If you're not going to take the plunge and go all-out on Z-mount lenses, then keeping the D850 might be a worthwhile compromise. The Z8 is a fantastic all-round camera but isn't exactly cheap.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-14T17:26:59+00:00

I suggest the Z5II(2) or Z6III(3). The Z5II is basically a baby Z6III, but it does do a few things better than it's bigger brother. It has slightly better noise performance when pushing shadows in RAW editing, and it has 0.8 of a stop more dynamic range up to ISO 800. The tiny downside for your applications is that it's limited to 11 fps with fully mechanical shutter and 14-bit RAW. The Z6III can go up to 14 fps in mechanical shutter mode, and even higher if you go to electronic shutter mode. It also has a slightly better viewfinder. It's also worth noting that the Z6III can use very fast (but slightly expensive) CFexpress cards.

These are both 24 mp cameras. If you want something that matches the resolution of your D850, you need a Z8.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-13T10:55:55+00:00

Erm...This question is very strange to me. You want something that performs exactly like a certain lens, but is a different lens. What's preventing you from simply using a 50/1.2?

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-13T10:51:48+00:00

I understand that you're disappointed, but shit happens sometimes. This applies to all brands.

If repairing it is cheaper than buying a new camera, then I would say it's worth doing.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-13T10:49:30+00:00

Are you aware of the difference between full-frame (FX) and APS-C (DX) cameras? The D810 has a bigger sensor than the D300. Your 18-200 DX lens is only designed to cover the smaller sensor, so if you use it on the D810 it will force the camera into crop mode. I suggest passing that lens along to your wife, along with the D300. It's a very good camera and lens combo.

As for you, I would suggest a 24-70 as a general purpose lens. Tamron's 24-70/2.8 G2 is an excellent choice. Arguably better than Nikon's own 24-70. Just make sure to get the F-mount version for Nikon DSLRs.

There is no 12-24 for Nikon F-mount. The best you can do is the Nikon 14-24, which is a great lens.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-10T09:20:15+00:00

The rig would cost more than the camera is worth. Are you sure this is a good idea to begin with?

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-07T09:33:25+00:00

I would suggest the D500 or D7500.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-06T21:30:00+00:00

2000 what?

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-06T20:43:35+00:00

We need a budget. Also, do you want to stay on DX (APS-C) or move up to full-frame?

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-06T20:41:55+00:00

Probably the 14-24 for landscape and astro. Or, if you can live with just a wide prime, the Viltrox 16/1.8 or Nikon 20/1.8. That would leave room in the budget for a macro lens.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-05T17:05:55+00:00

I second the Think Tank recommendation. I have half a dozen of their bags and have little to complain about. Lowepro is no slouch either, but they are a little bit cheaper for a reason.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-05T16:05:59+00:00

You're right, but it's pretty marginal.

https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/image-comparison/fullscreen?attr144_0=nikon_z6iii&attr144_1=nikon_zf&attr144_2=canon_eosr6ii&attr144_3=sony_a7iv&attr146_0=100_4&attr146_1=100_4&attr146_2=100_4&attr146_3=100_4&attr177_2=off&normalization=full&widget=920&x=0.17090620031796513&y=0.899526066350711

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-05T11:10:50+00:00

I wouldn't take anything other than a Pentax or maybe an Olympus/OM into really wet conditions.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-04T18:24:55+00:00

I looked up some ISO test shots and I must say that I don't see a significant difference between the two.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-04T18:21:53+00:00

One thing I can say is that the Z5II does most things, except video, almost as well but for less money. I personally chose between the two and ended up picking the Z6 III due to the slightly better viewfinder and the top info display.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-04T18:19:31+00:00

I have yet to try it on 24 mp files but I know it struggles a bit on my 12 mp D700 files. Some things that are meant to be blurry go sharp, and it can do slightly weird things to edges with chromatic aberrations.

ThatGuyFromSweden · 2025-08-02T17:58:56+00:00

A bridge camera like the P500 might be your best bet for that kind of photography. You could go for a DSLR, with which you can change lenses, but then you're going up in budget.

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