Recent content by nickzkcin

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    Relocation of Nikon Service Centre, Showroom and office

    so long as they move the hot chocolate machine over, i'll be happy
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    Alternate/3rd party lens servicing locations

    thanks, will pursue that route
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    Alternate/3rd party lens servicing locations

    Hello all, Was at NSC earlier to replace a cracked A/M switch on my 80-200mm. Quote estimation was: A/M ring cost: $9 Servicing: $140 Even though the replacement process includes the dismantling of the lens, the servicing cost was explained to include lens cleaning as well, something I...
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    Wide Angle Len for D3100

    both the nikon and the sigma will be able to autofocus on any body, including yours. for the tokina, you need a D90 or above. it will still function with full metering, but you will need to manual focus.
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    Wide Angle Len for D3100

    10-24 nikon, 12-24 sigma, tokina 11-16. pick one. also, see my signature.
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    What kind of flashes do you normally use for Macro?

    Uh a RC200 is the remote trigger system... do you mean the SB-R200?
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    Any News on Nikon D8000?

    The d400 might be what you're after.
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    105mm - f2.8 VR or f2 DC for portrait

    I don't think you understand the objective of using a 105mm over a 50mm. a short telephoto lens allows for a flattening of perspective and a shallower depth of field(which allows for subject separation). I'm not advocating the use of a 105mm over a 50mm as both have their uses, but there's a...
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    Dust in Viewfinder & Pictures

    seezhijie and Catchlights has it spot on(sorry bad pun). Try shooting at the clear sky with your lens turned to the smallest aperture (usually f/22, but varies according to your lenses). If spots appear, your sensor is dirty.
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    how to deal with sticky handgrip?

    have replaced the rubber grips on my D700 at NSC. It costs about $50+ and comes in a set. ie, all 4 rubber pieces will have to be replaced at the same time. If they still have stock for the F100, and for the D300, I imagine it'd be the same. Had my viewfinder cleaned for free there too. And...
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    How to get rid of cigarette smell on camera?

    Charcoal and/or baking soda would work.
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    Nikon to announce 3 new DX DSLRs and at least 2 new lenses this year

    10.5 Hehe ;) :bsmilie: Its still a prime!
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    Is it cheaper to buy Nikon lens in USA?

    Its going off topic but... In places like REI, the companies actually encourage the return policy. On the surface, it looks counterproductive for their own sales, but in reality, it gets consumers coming back over and over. Its part of their marketing plan for consumer satisfaction. REI has...
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    Is it cheaper to buy Nikon lens in USA?

    Costco, Kohl's and REI have an unlimited return policy for non electronics. They don't even need the receipt or care if its used, you just need the credit card you purchased the item with. I returned 2 pairs of hiking pants that were 2 years old to REI for the full amount. Friend returned a...
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    D800/E cost price in US

    I doubt it. Prices will be at MSRP for quite a long time. Camera vendors have to earn money too.