Recent content by Parryman

I have a generic grip on mine and a battery from 7 day shop. It is super heavy with a BG on, so i rarely use it.

I think they want batteries in the cabin on flights because if they ignite, it's will be noticed a lot quicker than if it's in the hold.

I had a D7000 that was plagued with issues (not endemic with the line. Just my bad luck) recently got upgraded to a D7100 due to my faulty 7k The D7100 is better, and if I was offering advise I'd say get the 7100 if your budget covers it, but the 7000 is a great bit of kit and won't disappoint...

Anyone using a cheap Taiwan dropper post? Seen the eBay jobby for £50, but worried about strength, I am quite a unit.

How cheap? The VR ones are only £100...

I'd like to replace my 18-105 with a 16-85 for general non-prime walkabouts, and use a 55-200 for longer shots.

I own that lens and use it on my D7000, whilst not ideal for portraits, it is a cracking all-round lens that I would recommend for general usage. It can be found for less money. For portraits, go for an 85mm (if you plan on the 35mm too) or the 50mm if you are only getting 1 prime. I have an...

Go and have a look for something in store that you wouldn't normally buy.

Hello, looking at a Pringles tube bodge extension tube. Read a couple of guides (not rocket science) and they mention reverse mounting the lens. Is that necessary? I have a reverse mount ring for my manual 50mm for macro, thought the extension tube would be for normal orientation. Sorry if this...

Hi all! I ride more than I shoot, so thought it best to chip in to this topic. I have: Giant Bowery 48x15 fixed (road bike) Specialized Allez Elite (road bike) On One 456 carbon (mountain bike) DeathBike (cobbled together mountain bike from spares, feels like it s going to fall apart whenever I...

The buckets ability to, er, um, yeah, keep the water calm and clear? (grabs those straws)

After the Scottish independence vote next year, it will probably be the last time a Jock will be eligible to win...

I recently had an 'hmrc' email telling me I have ovepaid tax, not very convincing, especially when I work in payroll!

Worst coffee i have had the misfortune of drinking came from a DD in Florida. (cool story)