Nikon D750 & D780

minnnt said:
I've had both Rob and i can't say i noticed much difference in IQ. F2.8 and a non extending (visable) barrel are what made the 24-70 a winner for me. It's heavier and you could probably kill someone with it but the 24-120 is a nice lens aswell.
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gramps said:
If you were thinking a 24-70 for your landscape & wildlife then the 24-120 is just going to give you more options ... it is my go-to general purpose/walkabout lens and never fails to satisfy :)
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Thanks, the reviews show it to be very good and performs well compared to the 24-70 f2.8.

meonshore said:
I have both - although the 24-120 f/4 is only about 6 weeks in my possession. I bought one from classifieds on here having owned the 24-70 f2.8 for around 7 years, and I have no plans to sell. I'm fortunate enough to be able to have both and I got the 24-120mm as a good walkabout/travel lens rather than needing to have the 24-70mm and 70-200mm when I know 120mm is going to be fine at the long end.

It compares favourably and with the extending barrel the only major downside it is certainly a good lens and at the seemingly usual price of about £420-50 on classifieds here a real bargain.

IIRC this lens is sold as a kit on some of the bodies, and I'm assuming the quantity sold is more to do with those being separated either because they already own them, or have an alternative - not because of the quality.

Always worth pointing out that the new f/4 is a far better lens than it's predecessor with the variable aperture which was a bit of a dog.
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Thanks Mike, thats really useful, I think you have confirmed what I thought. The extending barrel is a downside but something I could probably live with. The 24-120 would work well with a nice overlap with the 16-35 f4 and 70-200 f2.8 I also own. It also means I could look at keeping the 16-35 f4 rather than sell it to fund a 24-70 f2.8.
 
I sold my 24-70 f2.8 and got the 24-120 f4 ... never regretted it :)
 
twist said:
Looks alright, I'm using a sensorklear for dust and it works well. May look into the gel stick for next time. Thanks
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A few of the guys were raving about the eye lead somewhere on this thread a few months back saying most of the industry are using them to clean sensors now. It's as simple as it gets, does the job quickly.
 
rob-nikon said:
...and some wildlife....
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I have the 24-120 and it really is a great range, but unless you can get really close or its something big I would question if they're really much use for wildlife, well unless its a pigeon or a hungry squirrel :)
 
From what I have read the Eyelid works well if sensor is cleaned on a regular basis every few weeks or a month. If dust or dirt is allowed to settle for a long time a wet cleaning is more effective
 
Livin The Dream said:
Uh oh. Hope she's fully approved it?! Interested to see what you make of the 50.
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In my experience it's always better to beg forgiveness than ask permission [emoji6]

She knew I was trialling Gary's d750. She might not be totally expecting the extra lens though!! I have however done some extra work to pay for this expense so all is good!!

I've been using the 50 f1.8g a lot so I'm keen to use it wide open - always stop the f1.8 down to f2 or smaller.

Might have to sell some lenses now though!!
 
JohnN said:
I have the 24-120 and it really is a great range, but unless you can get really close or its something big I would question if they're really much use for wildlife, well unless its a pigeon or a hungry squirrel :)
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It's mainly for landscapes and general use (portraits maybe) but wildlife could be possible too as getting close can be possible in the right places (Puffins on Skomer actually stand on you if you are not careful!).
 
Sir SR said:
In my experience it's always better to beg forgiveness than ask permission [emoji6]

She knew I was trialling Gary's d750. She might not be totally expecting the extra lens though!! I have however done some extra work to pay for this expense so all is good!!

I've been using the 50 f1.8g a lot so I'm keen to use it wide open - always stop the f1.8 down to f2 or smaller.

Might have to sell some lenses now though!!
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Same here with my 50 1.8G. It's not too hot wide open. I think at some point I may go more for the 58 but I shall have to put a few extra shifts in for that. Going to have to pay for the spare body before I even think about another lens.
 
Livin The Dream said:
Same here with my 50 1.8G. It's not too hot wide open. I think at some point I may go more for the 58 but I shall have to put a few extra shifts in for that. Going to have to pay for the spare body before I even think about another lens.
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Yeah. I did think about the 58, but couldn't justify it!!
 
stevewestern said:
I like your approach to domestic bliss - similar to mine....
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It is slightly tongue in cheek, as I've done the extra work to pay for it.

Just waiting in delivery now.

Sad, but the fact it takes the same batteries as the d800, means I can use it straight away!!
 
Nice one @Sir SR you will love it! Really enjoying my D750 at the moment.

Personally I would much rather the Sigma 50 than the Nikon 58, every shot I see looks like it's out of focus. Love it or hate it I guess...
 
JYC said:
Nice one @Sir SR you will love it! Really enjoying my D750 at the moment.

Personally I would much rather the Sigma 50 than the Nikon 58, every shot I see looks like it's out of focus. Love it or hate it I guess...
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Well it's the out of focus areas I liked on that 58!

I had a very brief play with a d750 last weekend - it was ace
 
Ok i know I asked before, but got no real answer, is anyone able to tell me how to stop the rear crean coming on when changing iso using the record button in manual mode.. looked through the manual and all the menu's and can't find anything if its even possible.

I could well just be being special,which wouldn't be unusual.
 
I was sure that it never came on before but recently i have noticed it starts coming on with iso changes etc. so assumed i had somehow changed a setting. On looking it up on Google it would seem it's not possible so i must have been imagining it being turned off before.
 
That ISO and screen is a right PITA with this camera. Your out in the pitch dark, change ISO and this big bright screen comes on affecting your night vision. I'll have to see what it's like with the screen brightness turned down when I get my replacement.
 
minnnt said:
I have mine set to white writing on a black background which is less imposing.
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Likewise, although I don't tend to change ISO much when shooting so can't say it's ever been much of an issue for me.
 
Sayang 14mm arrived this morning, bought though Amazon as I'd read some dodgy reviews about Eglobalcentral. Feels well made and the optics look good so far.

Manual focus isn't an issue.

Can't wait to for my weekend in Glencoe and then another weekend in Northumberland 2 weeks later to really give it good testing :)

Cheers.
 
Good to hear Andy. I'm having a bit of a debate atm on what to get with regards to a UWA.

Tokina 16-28
Samyang 14mm
Sigma 12-24mm

They all appeal for different reasons.

The Tokina because it's a nice range and has an f2.8 aperture.

The Samyang because it's the lightest with a fast aperture. It's also the cheapest.

And the Sigma because 12mm is insane. Not the fastest lens but a good price.

Thoughts?
 
minnnt said:
Good to hear Andy. I'm having a bit of a debate atm on what to get with regards to a UWA.

Tokina 16-28
Samyang 14mm
Sigma 12-24mm

They all appeal for different reasons.

The Tokina because it's a nice range and has an f2.8 aperture.you bought, darling?"

The Samyang because it's the lightest with a fast aperture. It's also the cheapest.

And the Sigma because 12mm is insane. Not the fastest lens but a good price.

Thoughts?
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I went for the Samyang due to price and had good reviews. It was due to be delivered yesterday and I took the day off. It didn't arrive until today and my wife was also at home when it was delivered, "What you bought, darling".
I was also just about to leave to meet some folk, so....told her what I'd bought......:tumbleweed:

Hopefully, she'll come around :)

Cheers and remember, there's no rush to buy :D

NB, I had a Tokina 11-16 on my D300s and it was a super lens; 11mm was mental :)
 
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minnnt said:
Good to hear Andy. I'm having a bit of a debate atm on what to get with regards to a UWA.

Tokina 16-28
Samyang 14mm
Sigma 12-24mm

They all appeal for different reasons.

The Tokina because it's a nice range and has an f2.8 aperture.

The Samyang because it's the lightest with a fast aperture. It's also the cheapest.

And the Sigma because 12mm is insane. Not the fastest lens but a good price.

Thoughts?
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Sigma, you don't need a fast lens unless doing astrophotography?
 
posiview said:
Sayang 14mm arrived this morning, bought though Amazon as I'd read some dodgy reviews about Eglobalcentral. Feels well made and the optics look good so far.

Manual focus isn't an issue.

Can't wait to for my weekend in Glencoe and then another weekend in Northumberland 2 weeks later to really give it good testing :)

Cheers.
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Dunno where you are situated, but there is an Aurora alert for this evening I believe, make
a good subject to test it on.
 
I use easy ISO option in aperture priority which enables the rear dile to adjust shutter / ISO - exposure comp & spot metering are right at your finger tips so it works well (for me anyhow).
 
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