D5100 user...fall in!!

[Cowseye]

Sure!

Btw, is there any way to LOCK the aperture for Videos? Other than using primes or fixed aperture lenses?

Not too sure of this but wouldn't shooting in A or M mode locks aperture? Maybe it will be the same in video?

 

[luckyorange]

Hi to all Nikon D5100 users out there I got mine last few months and I'm proud to say it's one fabulous DSLR

Welcome and have fun shooting..

 

[Tausagi]

Sad to say, I will stay away from those converter....

If I need wide angle I will get a UWA lens

And if I need macro of cos a Macro Lens

Ok, what does UWA stand for? Other then quality what are other differences, and for a average UWA what is the price range? I take landscape and night scenery, is it better to have a UWA? What is the recommended brand?

 

[mds80]

Ok, what does UWA stand for? Other then quality what are other differences, and for a average UWA what is the price range? I take landscape and night scenery, is it better to have a UWA? What is the recommended brand?

UWA stands for ultra wide angle lens. Typically used for landscape and architecture. UWAs can be quite expensive, maybe around $1000 brand new.

 

[luckyorange]

Ok, what does UWA stand for? Other then quality what are other differences, and for a average UWA what is the price range? I take landscape and night scenery, is it better to have a UWA? What is the recommended brand?

Yup, Ultra Wide Angle.

Hmm not necessary to have a UWA lens.. sometime a simple kit lens can do the job. For me a simple and cheap Tamron 17-50 will do the job, not necessary to have a UWA =)..

So it's totally up to you. as for brand wise.. there are sigma tokina tamron and of cos nikon.. just do a little reseach on the review and compare =)

 

[vampielgod]

Hi all D5100 users, after seeing this thread, i too would like to get an D5100 as it will be my very first DSLR camera. Will be really an DSLR novice!

Have got an quote from MS color.

Nikon D5100 kit with 18-55mm VR -- $990 free 8gb card, nikon bag plus 15 mth agent warranty, is it an good deal?
was intending to get an tripod also, as it is good for me and my wife to take photo together.

supposedly DS5100 doesn't have the inbuilt AF motor. i tried to Google for 18-55mm Vr, it does have an AF-S function right?

 

[luckyorange]

Hi all D5100 users, after seeing this thread, i too would like to get an D5100 as it will be my very first DSLR camera. Will be really an DSLR novice!

Have got an quote from MS color.

Nikon D5100 kit with 18-55mm VR -- $990 free 8gb card, nikon bag plus 15 mth agent warranty, is it an good deal?
was intending to get an tripod also, as it is good for me and my wife to take photo together.

supposedly DS5100 doesn't have the inbuilt AF motor. i tried to Google for 18-55mm Vr, it does have an AF-S function right?

Yup any af-s will auto focus on d5100

 

[vampielgod]

Hi luckyorange, thanks for your reply, there tons of things to learn. geeezz..

 

[luckyorange]

Hi luckyorange, thanks for your reply, there tons of things to learn. geeezz..

Your welcome. Btw try going down Funan n get quoting from slrr or tk. Or you can give them a call.

 

[Reno]

Yup, Ultra Wide Angle.

Hmm not necessary to have a UWA lens.. sometime a simple kit lens can do the job. For me a simple and cheap Tamron 17-50 will do the job, not necessary to have a UWA =)..

So it's totally up to you. as for brand wise.. there are sigma tokina tamron and of cos nikon.. just do a little reseach on the review and compare =)

Cannot say not necessary to have UWA lens, this is a personal preference. I prefer UWA but no money to buy.....

There are quite a number of things to take note when buying UWA lens, things like the distortions, sharpness on corners etc....

 

[Reno]

Hi all D5100 users, after seeing this thread, i too would like to get an D5100 as it will be my very first DSLR camera. Will be really an DSLR novice!

Have got an quote from MS color.

Nikon D5100 kit with 18-55mm VR -- $990 free 8gb card, nikon bag plus 15 mth agent warranty, is it an good deal?
was intending to get an tripod also, as it is good for me and my wife to take photo together.

supposedly DS5100 doesn't have the inbuilt AF motor. i tried to Google for 18-55mm Vr, it does have an AF-S function right?

price is quite fix... MS color is quite reputable shop too. Take note when you are offered to buy Wide angle adapter lens, filters etc...

Tripod I would recommend you to get the Sirui T1005 with its original tripod head, should cost around S$180 or less (with tripod head) from TK Foto in Funan, it is small and light, good for travel, especially for overseas. You might want to get original nikon ML-L3 wireless remote control (infrared type) for self shooting with girlfriend. This remote cost around S$18 or less....

Have fun.

 

[luckyorange]

Cannot say not necessary to have UWA lens, this is a personal preference. I prefer UWA but no money to buy.....

There are quite a number of things to take note when buying UWA lens, things like the distortions, sharpness on corners etc....

Opps, maybe I should say, not necessary to me. Haha

 

[luckyorange]

Sorry typo.

 

[iamthatman]

Hi guys, got a quote, would this be a reasonable deal?

D5100 W/18-55 VR KIT: $1045.00 w/gst, cash/nets
Free Gifts: SD8GB & Nikon Camera Bag.
Extra Free Gifts: Phottix BG-D5100 ($69), Phottix IR Remote Control ($18), Sirui The POD ($19) & $50 Workshop Discount Voucher.
(Without Extra Free Gifts: $985 w/gst, cash/nets)

Appreciate your advice thnx

 

[strikeback4]

what is Sirui the pod? sirui tripod ah?

 

[iamthatman]

what is Sirui the pod? sirui tripod ah?

Seriously, i dunno either. can't seem to find it online too. haha this was copypasted directly from the online quote given to me lol.

 

[XenoBaka]

Hi guys, got a quote, would this be a reasonable deal?

D5100 W/18-55 VR KIT: $1045.00 w/gst, cash/nets
Free Gifts: SD8GB & Nikon Camera Bag.
Extra Free Gifts: Phottix BG-D5100 ($69), Phottix IR Remote Control ($18), Sirui The POD ($19) & $50 Workshop Discount Voucher.
(Without Extra Free Gifts: $985 w/gst, cash/nets)

Appreciate your advice thnx

Sounds like you've been at TK Foto. It's a good price, especially if you want a grip and remote control.
Most shops selling the kit + 8gb and bag at $990+

Btw, it was about $20 cheaper before the thailand floods.

 

[iamthatman]

Sounds like you've been at TK Foto. It's a good price, especially if you want a grip and remote control.
Most shops selling the kit + 8gb and bag at $990+

Btw, it was about $20 cheaper before the thailand floods.

Yep its a quote from TK. Thanks
But actually i guess most packages should be similar now, only the freebies differ. Price range is around there too. Might need to go to funan to do a price check at various shops.

Thnx

 

[strikeback4]

Yep its a quote from TK. Thanks
But actually i guess most packages should be similar now, only the freebies differ. Price range is around there too. Might need to go to funan to do a price check at various shops.

Thnx

Rmb, only ask from reputable shops like slr, j316, Alan, tk & Cathay, avoid those black shops

 

[luckyorange]

Rmb, only ask from reputable shops like slr, j316, Alan, tk & Cathay, avoid those black shops

Btw I would adivse to avoid Alan.