Archive for June, 2010

Review of DMKFoto Shoulder Bag for Photo and Video Camera – Black

June 30, 2010

I was thrilled when I received the camera bag. This is a Christmas gift for my daughter-in-law who has a professional camera with all the lenses and extras. My son and I had been looking for a bag at many, many stores both in person and on-line. The bag is a perfect size and a tremendous value. I would highly recommend this product to family and friends.

Product Description
The size of this bag makes it ideal for Digital SLR and most of the latest versions of 35mm SLR with up to 3 medium size lenses. It is ideal for Digital Video Cam.Professional Shoulder Bag made from water resistant Nylon. Hard core construction with heavy duty padding to protect your investment. Foam dividers to create compartments to fit your need. 2 large end pockets and front pockets to hold accessories. A large zipper back pocket ideal for instruction manuals, maps or travel documents. Adjustable padded shoulder strap.

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Review of Lowepro Nova 160 AW Camera Bag (Chestnut Brown)

June 30, 2010

This bag fits the Canon Rebel Xsi perfectly. I wanted a bag that was small enough to be truly portable and not look like I’m a photography nut. The bag snugly fits the camera with the the 18-200 lens attached and my kit lens (18-55mm) and my 50mm lens in the bag. I also store my SD cards, battery, charger, and some cables. That is it! If you want a bag that stores more then 3 lenses (one being attached) and the camera – then you have to go bigger.If you are like me and a minimilist who just wants a case that will carry the very basics – and is on the small side- this is the bag!

Product Description
Lowepro has updated its perennially successful Nova shoulder bag series to accommodate the most popular digital SLR cameras, lenses, memory cards and accessories.  This feature-rich series boasts improved attributes and innovations, including the newly-designed 360° All Weather Cover which allows you to keep the bag fully protected from the elements while in use, Memory Card pockets, cushioned grab-handle and an overlap lid that provides increased weather protection.

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Review of Nikon Coolpix Soft Grey Camera Carrying Case + Cameta Accessory Kit for L18, L19, L20, P60, S51, S51c, S200, S210, S220, S230, S520, S550, S600, S620, S630, S52 & S52c Digital Cameras

June 30, 2010

The Nikon carrying case and camera accessory kit is very good, and the price is reasonable.

Product Description
Kit includes: 1) Nikon Coolpix Soft Camera Case; 2) Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth; 3) Memory Card Wallet; 4) Flexible Tabletop Mini Tripod; 5) 5-Piece Cleaning Kit. ♦ Comfortably carry and protect your Nikon Coolpix 2100, 2200, 3100, 3200, 4100, 4600, 5600, 7600, L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, or L6 Digital Camera in this stylish and ultra-compact, padded neoprene case with belt loop and removable, adjustable shoulder strap. The zippered main compartment safely and securely stores your camera whenever you’re not taking pictures. In addition, the inside of the main compartment has a mesh compartment for convenient storage of your Secure Digital (SD) Memory Cards. As an added convenience, the front compartment’s velcro closure provides handy and quick access to your spare batteries. ♦ Your digital camera’s LCD monitor screen and optics usually become soiled with fingerprints, oily smudges and other contaminants. It can be really frustrating trying to clean the LCD monitor safely and completely without smearing using typical lens tissue or lens cloths — especially out in the field. The Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth is designed using the latest 21st Century technology to perform this task quickly, safely and easily. ♦ The Memory Card Wallet holds and protects a minimum of three memory cards and has a convenient belt loop. ♦ The Flexible Tabletop Mini Tripod is a convenient pocket-size tabletop tripod that you will always want to have with you so that you can get in the picture with your family and friends. ♦ The 5-Piece Cleaning Kit contains Lens Tissue, Lens Cleaner Liquid, Cotton Swabs, Surface Cloth, and Blower Brush.

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Review of Nikon Circular Polarizer II Lens Filter 62mm

June 30, 2010

This 5mm thin filter is made with precision and quality.You can count on pretty much any Nikon products that are made within the highest standards.I have several other brand polarizer but this one is one of the best looking ones.I’ve stacked this filter and 3mm Hoya ultra thin on my 12-24mm Nikkor and due to its excellent sky darkening effect can hardly notice any vignetting problems even at the shortest focal length.The only problem is that depending on the angle of sunlight you may get uneven sky darkening effect on a wide angle lens.I’m a big sucker for polarizer filter and 90% of my work is done with it.Graduated Neutral Density filter sometimes can give better result on sky darkening effect depending on light condition.

If you have the money just buy it; you won’t regret it.If you want to spend less money, go ahead and get some other polarizer at half price.Taking great pictures is about observation, not about owning great equipments.

Product Description
glass lens filter * fits most lenses with 62mm thread diameter * reduces reflections on non-metallic surfaces * increases contrast between objects * adjustment ring provides a range of effects *

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Review of Opteka Wireless Radio Remote Release for Nikon D80 and D70s SLR Digital Cameras

June 29, 2010

Works flawlessly, has great range, can autofocus with a 1/2 press on controller.Great product.I was taking pics using the controller and a tripod, camera slipped from tripod and I caught the weight of the D80 Nikon and a 600mm lens with the cord of the remote that was plugged into the camera body.It bent the heck out of the plug-in (more then 45 degrees), and the thing still works fine.Really great product.

Product Description
The Opteka Remote Control Set is a 16 channel radio remote for operating digital cameras at distances up to 320ft (100m). The Opteka Remote Control Set consists of two parts: a receiver/trigger that connects to the camera’s cable release socket, and a separate sender. The remote can have a range of up to 100m under optimal conditions, and it features a two-position switch, for focusing operation or shutter release.

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Review of HQRP Replacement {COMBO} Charger (incl. Wall USA / Euro Plug & Car Adapter) + EN-EL9A Battery for Nikon D5000, D60 Digital SLR Digital SLR + HQRP Mini Tripod

June 29, 2010

Title says EN-EL9A battery for D5000 but description seems to be of EN-EL9 battery for D60. Sizes being different, can you guarantee that both are interchangeable?

Product Description
Products trademarked HQRP(TM) are marketed and sold exclusively by Osprey-Talon(TM).Compatible with NIKON EN-EL9A or NIKON D5000, D60 Digital SLR Camera

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Review of M-ROCK Teton 514 Top-Load Holster Digital SLR Camera Case (Black)

June 29, 2010

This is a very nice camera bag, however it is a bit big to be considered a holster.I originally purchased it for my new D300 with a 18-200 AF lens and battery pack, which is larger that most of the other Nikon SLRs, but this pack is probably twice the size as it needs to be to qualify as a holster and still fit the Nikon D300.I gave it 4 stars because of the quality.

Product Description

The tough, compact M-ROCK Teton Top-Load Holster Camera Case accommodates a digital SLR camera body with a battery grip and 6-inch lens attached, or with two short lenses separated by a divider. Made from super-strong, water resistant materials, this bag protects your equipment from impacts, scratches and harsh weather conditions.

This case features a well-padded main compartment that includes a padded compartment divider and two strong, adjustable bridge dividers that keep the weight of the camera off the attached lens. In addition, this case features three pockets — a large front pocket, a mesh pocket under the lid, and a pocket on the rain flap — for small accessories such as memory cards, batteries and filters. Larger items such as a lightweight tripod can be strapped to the bottom of the case with the attached bungee cords.

For added protection, this case features a rain flap that covers the front pocket. A drawstring weather jacket that can be wrapped around the entire case is also included. This case is also easy to carry with two adjustable, padded shoulder straps, a padded carrying handle, and a strong velcro belt loop. And all this is backed by a lifetime warranty, so you know this case is built to last.

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Review of Nikon Coolpix 9413 Leather Carrying Case + EN-EL10 Battery + Tripod + Accessory Kit for S60, S200, S210, S220, S230, S500, S510, S520, S600 & S700 Digital Cameras

June 29, 2010

This package is coooooooolll. I have it about 1 month now and it works great! It comes with everything it . i really do this it’s a steal of a deal!

Product Description
Kit includes: 1) Nikon Coolpix 9413 Leather Case; 2) Spare EN-EL10 Battery; 3) USB Card Reader; 4) Image Recovery Software; 5) LCD Screen Protectors; 6) Memory Card Storage Wallet; 7) 5-Piece Cleaning Kit; 8) Tabletop Mini Tripod; 9) 50-inch Tripod; 10) Microfiber Cleaning Cloth ♦ This Nikon Soft Leather Case is made to carry and protect a Nikon Coolpix digital camera. Carrying options includes a belt loop, handheld, or the strap provided with your camera. This case has magnetic snap closure which securely provides excellent protection for your Nikon Coolpix camera. ♦ Increase your shooting capacity with this powerful spare EN-EL10 Lithium-ion rechargeable battery. ♦ Transfer files quickly and easily with this USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader. ♦ Retrieve lost or deleted images from your memory card with Image Recall Digital Image Recovery Software. ♦ Reduce glare, enhance your view, and prevent scratching with this set of LCD screen protectors. ♦ Keep multiple memory cards protected and organized with this durable storage wallet. ♦ This 5-piece cleaning kit contains lens cleaning tissues, lens cloth, lens cleaning liquid, blower brush and cotton swabs. ♦ Take sharp, blur-free photos and great macro shots with the flexible tabletop tripod. ♦ Avoid camera shake and achieve maximum image quality by setting your camera on this sturdy, lightweight 50-inch tripod.Keep your camera and lens smudge-free with this handy microfiber cleaning cloth.

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Review of Nikon MB-D80 Battery Grip for D80 and D90 Digital SLR Cameras + (2) Spare EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion Battery Packs

June 28, 2010

I have purchased this product back in 2007. It was shipped by Cameta Camera which is a reliable camera company. The package contents included the Nikon Branded, USA Warrantied MB-D80, but unfortunately included generic brand En-EL3e compatible batteries.

The MB-D80 works excellent. It thankfully fits the D80 perfectly. It doesn’t awkwardly bulge or stick out like the grips on the Canon XT’s. The MB-D80 has a designated slot to slip the D80 battery cover in, a metal tripod socket, shutter button, both control wheels, and a 6 Cell AA battery holder to slip into the MB-D80 when En-El3e(‘s) are not available. I shutter release on the MB-D80 is sensitive, but thankfully has a shutter switch lock, both just like on a D2x. The MB-D80 fits and looks as if it is permanent on the D80.

Now onto the… batteries. Unfortunately, the batteries are both generic, which means they are not a perfect fit. The batteries seems a little small (1-2 millimeters smaller) and don’t have a tighter fit like a Nikon brand En-EL3e. This means that the MB-D80 will loose connection to the generic En-EL3e battery and cut power. This becomes a frustration when shooting on the fly. I makeshifted by folding a 1″ x1″ piece of paper to fill in the left over space between the battery and compartment door. Also from my observation experience, when using any En-EL3e battery with the MB-D80, keep in mind that the D80, doesn’t use both batteries at once, so the battery levels will deplete battery 1 first, then battery 2.

I’d recommend that it may be wise to at least purchase Nikon brand batteries, since it will guarantee operation and compatibility.s

Product Description

Kit includes:
♦ 1) Nikon MB-D80 Battery Grip for D80 and D90
♦ 2) Spare EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
♦ 3) Additional Spare EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
♦ 4) Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

The Nikon MB-D80 Multi-Power Battery Pack holds 2 EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries – effectively doubling your total shooting time or can hold a AA Battery Holder (included) so users can use six AA batteries as a power backup. The MB-D80 Multi-Power Battery Pack provides an AF-on button, vertical firing release with lock and front and rear command dials.

With constant shooting, flash usage, image review and playback, especially when you have access to additional memory, your standard battery alone will not usually be sufficient and ultimately put constraints on how you want to shoot. A spare rechargeable EN-EL3e battery is an essential accessory. No power, no pictures!

Keep your camera and lenses smudge-free with this handy microfiber cleaning cloth.

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Review of Opteka BP-D80 Battery Grip for Nikon D80 & D90 Digital SLR

June 28, 2010

I got this product about April ’08. I’m quite pleased with it. Most reviews rate it higher than the MB-D80 from Nikon. I get two batteries in the camera, while the third charges. The lock ring tightens very well on mine (read about others having problems) if you put a little umph on it.

The AA battery insert is a nice feature for emergencies. The shutter button on it is not quite as smooth as that on the camera. I’d like to see that improved. I get the sub-command dial and the command dial in the vertical position. It also has a power switch for the grip, to save a little bit of juice when not in use.

The feel is well built and sturdy. It is lighter than I expected, but not cheap feeling at all. The rubber grip appears to be well made and has stood up well to many long hours of sun, heat, and sweat. I have a sure grip even with the sweatiest hands. The ability to have a second battery is easily worth the price of the unit. The only thing missing is a second card slot!

The instructions aren’t the best, but what’s to know. Plug in, turn on. Not quite as sturdy feeling as my old Canon grip, but tougher than it seems at first and well made. The shutter button could use a little work, though.

Four Stars!

Product Description
Opteka is proud to be allowed to use the same factory and mold as Nikon uses for their MB-D80. Opteka is one of the world’s leading producer of high-performance batteries and accessories. Opteka believes there is no limit to the potential of portable power  and as a company they will always strive to find innovative and efficient ways to power your life in the future! The Opteka BP-D80 holds 4 AA Batteries or 2 EL-EL3 batteries. This provides a extremely extended shooting time. The vertical shutter release also makes shooting with the camera in a vertical position just as comfortable as shooting horizontally. Compatible with the Nikon D80 & D90 digital SLR’s only.

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