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The following opinions have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator. | Nikon Z9 Pros: Evf, Af, ergonomics Cons: Memory card door opening mechanism Opinion: After using it for 16 months and with over 90,000 shots I think I know it at least a little bit to be able to express a more or less definitive opinion. Given that at each firmware update new functions and / improvements of what already exists are always implemented, at the moment we are at release 4.0 and to say that it is the best ML on the market seems to me too obvious. Everything and more has been written and said about evf and dual stream technology: just try the competing flagships after using the Z9 to understand how far behind the competitors are today in this specific field. Viewfinder then that gives the best of itself in action photography and bif. As far as the af is concerned, we are clearly at the highest levels and just take a look at the numerous video comparisons on the net to see how the AF system of the Z9 is the most complete as a variety of recognized subjects, variety of usable af modes (with the custom X2 function that allows you to delimit the usable af area almost at will), greater ability to attach to long distances (coverage of 3% of the frame to have the recognition of people's faces). Starlight mode which is then a real pleasure for night photography. Another element that distinguishes it from competitors is the ability to recognize and track in low lights. Seeing is believing. Of course, the machine is very demanding and there are many parameters that can be modified to obtain the best results. I confess that even today, and with each subsequent Major firmware that is released, there is always something new to learn and that leaves more and more pleasantly surprised for the improvements that are released from time to time. Firmware policy to date promoted with flying colors. Auto capture, for one, is an outstanding feature. The ergonomics and the layout of the keys almost borders on perfection (at least for my hands). Clearly with the pro optics and with the supertele gives the best of itself. Even after 1 full day of use you never get tired of how much weight is distributed in the right places and the grip is always firm which allows you not to strain your wrist. Lots of customizable keys to your liking to adapt them to your needs. It will certainly remain in my bag for many years given what it offers among other things at a lower price than that of competitors. Excellent file quality (with the exception of the range 200-400 iso that I avoid using), dual iso at 64 and 500 iso, kept the spectacular color above 3200 iso, noise well manageable even at high iso (provided you use programs like topaz). File compression system with Tico RAW a great genius. Now I only use those. Endless gusts. Used little video but its numbers do not lie: 8.3k 60p raw in the car, almost infinite recording duration (you drain the battery first). Competitors do not even come close in this field. Perfect machine? Absolutely not for 2 reasons: first of all the opening mechanism of the memory card compartment is really uncomfortable (even if it is impossible for it to open accidentally) and, secondly, the perfect machine does not exist and never will exist. One day she will surely be surpassed by her heir but, who cares... potentially there is nothing (or almost) that can not already be done with the Z9. sent on July 01, 2023 |
 | Patona Premium EN-EL14 Pros: Cost Cons: Shorter life than the original, especially at low temperatures Opinion: Good battery with shorter life than the original, about 15%, but with a very low cost. After about 4 years the battery began to inflate but still work. Unlike the original one that still appears as new and without any decay and / or wear. Unfortunately we know: those who spend more spend less spreads. On the market among the compatible exists better but for the cost at which it is sold a thought I would do it sent on December 01, 2022 |
 | Nikon Z TC-2.0x Pros: Very versatile and lightweight. Very high quality. Excellent construction. Cons: After 2 years of use there is very little to complain about. Opinion: Always very reluctant to the use of multipliers and only after the advice of my friend Arci, I wanted to give it a try and I bought it immediately after the release on the market. From the first tests carried out I was surprised first of all as an optical rendering: even on 45 mpx sensors the loss of sharpness is insignificant even at full aperture. Compared the pairing of the CT in question with the 70-200 on the one hand and the 100-400 on the other, there is only a better microcontrast on the latter lens and only at long distances. On the aberrations side the results were surprising: I invite, those interested, to look at my photos in the astro gallery on the Pleiades and the Andromeda Galaxy to better understand what the (very high) level of this TC is. Even on the af side the loss of speed is minimal and comparable to the use with TC 1.4x of competing brands. I have not yet found more maf errors than the use of the smooth lens. Used even at low temperatures (-23 degrees or so) it has never given problems. Aesthetically, despite a truly massive use, it still looks like it had just come out of the box. A sign that excellent materials have been used. sent on September 11, 2022 |
 | Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Pros: The King Is back Cons: Any product can still be improved Opinion: After so many years of waiting it is finally back in a completely updated version with Z attack. It was not my intention to take this splendid perspective at its release (I wanted to wait for the first cashback or discount at the Nital cash desk) but, thanks to the tempting devil (who took on the guise of a user of this forum who sent me some RAW), I took it practically a few days after its launch on the market. Amazing optics, sharpness at all focal lengths, always very contrasted, very low optical distortion and practically absent on the entire focal range. Very light, excellent construction, superior OLED display useful in various conditions (especially at night, digital scale of the perfect maf (at least on my copy). It comes with 2 hoods and, the larger one, allows the mounting of 112 mm filters. Hood that can then be used on other Z optics (tested on 24-70 f 2.8, 70-200 f 2.8, 50 f 1.2) and this is a great thing. The only disadvantage is that it does not allow you to mount more than one filter at a time but easily solved using the clip filters in the room or the rear filters (solution that I have embraced since the first hour). Flare resistance never seen in such a lens. Needless to say, in terms of coma, in the 14-16 mm range, this lens is undisputed and probably will be at least until the next generation of ultra-wide anglers. Over the years I have purchased, used and / or tried all the most famous lenses for astrophotography also of third-party manufacturers and also of competing brands and much more expensive than the 14-24 Z (also thanks to friends and various associations of amateur astronomers that I frequent and that I have attended) and no one can keep it up in astrophotography (especially in the range indicated above) where it is, without a doubt, the top that the market today offers. sent on June 18, 2022 |
 | Nikon Z6 Pros: It's a Nikon Cons: It's not a Z9 Opinion: After more than 2 and a half years of use in the field I think it's time to leave a review on this beautiful Nikon. So much mistreated since the date of its announcement has, over the years, received various firmware that have upset it in many features and, in particular, I refer to firmware 2.0 and 3.0 (and subsequent minor updates). Qi at the highest levels for a 24 mpx sensor, always beautiful files ready in the room and that need only small adjustments in p.p. (do not underestimate the possibility of creating picture controls in the room according to your tastes). Never encountered overheating problems, also used in the cold at minus 23 degrees, with prolonged sessions during the (ten) cold Norwegian nights, it has never created problems of malfunction of electronics or anything else. 1 great all-rounder who does a little bit of everything well... sure... it is not the Z9 but for the price at which it was and is sold today difficult to ask for more. So much dynamic range and excellent resistance to other iso, in astrophotography, landscape and portraiture where it has never disappointed me. Construction as per Nikon tradition with excellent ergonomics and controls positioned in the right places. I have had, over time, the opportunity to use and try for long periods and sessions the competitors of the same range and price and there is no doubt that, if I had to go back, I would make the exact same choice. Even the famous xqd memories first and CF express then, so criticized for price and single slot issues, in the long run have proved to be a winning horse in my opinion: never given problems in their use (no type of malfunction, even temporary, I have never encountered) and never lost even a single photo. I think that, on this point, Nikon has seen us long, just think that today almost all machines, or at least those with certain characteristics focused on speed and video, use the CF express type B and without neglecting the speed of downloading photos on PC and the speed of emptying the buffer in the room. Menus as per Nikon tradition: easy, complete and intuitive. Battery capacity in the average of the reference range, battery grip (optional) without vertical controls (here, I will never understand this thing), info on evf or LCD in overabundance, evf colors always very natural. It clearly does not have the speed performance of machines that mount a stacked but this does not mean that, with a little practice and constancy, it is not possible to obtain excellent results also in other areas of photography. Right here in the galleries there are various examples of this. Very good connectivity side, use of the snapbridge app easy and intuitive. Leaving aside the first release, the app has always worked very well with stable and durable connection. Two tips for those who come from Nikon SLRs: the af works in a very different way and must be understood and experienced in the field (my learning curve here has been so long) and the viewfinder must first be endured, then you live together, finally you appreciate it for many aspects. On the operation with adapted optics I do not know having immediately used only and exclusively Z optics: honestly difficult to ask for more. sent on June 18, 2022 |
 | Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Pros: The no plus ultra of the 70-200 f 2.8 x all systems Cons: Dependence on use at f 2.8 Opinion: After more than 1 month of use and after testing it x well in 2 ceremonies and landscaping I can safely say that I can not ask for more. Silent, af lightning, possibility of key customization, well defined at any focal length and diaphragm even at the most extreme corners and blurred by fear. X me its only flaw is the dependence of the use at f 2.8. Scary. sent on October 07, 2020 |
 | Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S Pros: All Cons: It's not f 2.8 Opinion: Calling it kit optics is 1 heresy. Never tried a 24-70 so performing. If you don't need your older brother, it's a lens that no Zetist can miss in your bag. Light and kited is a real best seller. Perfect x trips and hikes in the mountains. Minimum distance of exceptional maf. On other brands, the 2000 euro optics don't always manage to stand by them. X me is the first real strike made by Nikon on the Z sent on July 31, 2020 |
 | Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 RF/Z Pros: It's the metal Sammy 14 Cons: Weight Opinion: Identical optics in all respects to the F. Su Nikon Z6 attack retains all the merits and defects of the old bayonet. The weight due to the metal used is negative. The maf's dial is very fluid. to the touch it looks 1 definitely pro goal. Taken mainly x astrophotography. Always unbeatable q/p ratio. In the transition to Z lost the confirmation of the maf but to focus with the peaking highlights is really 1 must have sent on July 31, 2020 |
 | Nikon SB-910 AF Speedlight Pros: Precision, versatility, functions Cons: difficult to find Opinion: x essential accessory especially people like me who likes to use different patterns of wrong luce.Difficilmente 1 shot, perfect in its use with the 70-200 f 2.8 vc tamron place that covers the entire range focale.Mai had blocking problems or overheating . Excellent as a slave. rnDispone multiple functions, outstanding in fill mode flash.rnPersonalmente not believe his excessive weight except with small optics (type 50 mm) as unbalanced. sent on May 18, 2016 |
 | Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 Pro FX Pros: Construction, sharpness, color reproduction Cons: flare Opinion: I had the tokina 11-16 on right and what about ... the same qualities and the same defects. As the little brother suffers terribly flare especially in certain circumstances it reproduces the rainbow. The sharpness at f2.8 is disappointing, to f4 good but to me most frequently used focal lengths from xi landscapes, ie f 5.6 to 8 and 11 is simply outstanding. Faithfully reproduces colors, high contrast already in the room, perfect weight balance with nikon d750. The construction is the usual one of tokina ... It seems indestructible ... Highly recommended. sent on April 16, 2016 |
 | Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Pros: superlative quality-price ratio, the possibility of using the dock usb, Performing Sigma tc1401, supplied accessories Cons: Bracket tripod ring, 600 mm undergoes a slight loss of sharpness. Opinion: Optics from exceptional value for the price. Weight 1,948 kg with lens hood and without caps. Personally I use it to f8 up to 500 mm, 600 mm close to f11. Af even in light conditions not excellent responds well at any distance, just over 30 meters wavers and sometimes fails to focus on small subjects. With the multiplier mounted on nikon d750 loses a little something like autofocus, barely perceptible loss of sharpness and keeps all the automatic opening of any focal with af-c groups. Money well spent ... very light and excellent construction. As for the sigmone I got to try it together with the sports version, the weight of which is felt after just five minutes. In addition, the sharpness of his older brother to the focal maximum is just a little bit higher than the contemporary version. I would say that up to 500 mm behaves very nicely, then a slight drop in sharpness. also bought the dock usb: update the firmware without sending the optics is priceless. It also allows customizing it to suit your requirements in retion to af and os. Af limiter set at 10-30 and 30 m - infinity. It also allows fine adjustment 150, 250, 400 and 600 mm 2.8 - 6 - 15 and 30 meters. It also comes with transport bag x, x shoulder strap transportation to attack the ring, shell rubber to be used when the ring is released. Definitely recommended. sent on April 16, 2016 |
 | Sirui N2204 Pros: Weight, stability, supplied accessories, value for money Cons: Finishing paint Opinion: High quality product, to the maximum extent quietly supports the following coupled: nikon d750 with bg, sigma and sigma tc1401 150-600 c. rnih live view by multiplying the image to the max microscillazioni are virtually non-existent with the head SIRUI k20x.rnLe legs are disarmingly fluidity, the budget is stracompleta and includes bag, shoulder strap, strap x monopod, 2 x adapters screw head, allen keys, short and long column, 2 x bases his head. rnProvato also as monopiede.rnStabilità sublime, mounted with k20x provides an optimum height x my needs (I'm tall m1,71) .rnUna Once extracted the tip is still perfectly to the ground becoming virtually impossible schiodarlo terreno.rnSul monopod from Sigma contemporary 150-600 seems a piuma.rnParadossalmente after about 6 hours of hiking I was only pain in his right arm (the shooting) instead of sinistro.rnCon my max configuration does not make a piega.rnI removable tips are another gem of this tripod . rnDa closed can shippingrtare easily fasten and externally to tamrac expedition 6x. rnProvengo from manfrotto 055XPROB and manfrotto befree ... What can I say ... we're definitely on another level of quality ... it is as if these two tripods the SIRUI drew the best and merged them into a single object, enriching both as a range of accessories, both as quality. long rnEra that followed the SIRUI and I must say I am, at least to the state, repaid every euro spent and even more. rnNon I can vouch for their durability but initially I would say a good 10 as voto.rnAGGIORNAMENTO OF 14.03.2017rnDopo about 1 year and after using it in various weather conditions also vivamente.rnOttimo recommend as monopod. Since then his weight carry it around during a trekking tour is almost a "pleasure" rn sent on April 15, 2016 |
 | Sirui K20x Pros: Lightweight, excellent construction, great value for money Cons: Hard to find one ... Opinion: Outstanding product quality, functional light, the levels of bolla.rnLa head fits perfectly, mounted on tripods, inside the bag of n2204x transportation. rnPesa exactly 446 grams (thus marks my scale) and seems very sturdy. rnCon my max configuration (about 3.3 kg) it supports everything perfectly, even not in the least inclined loses control. rnCon magnification liveview the microscillazioni are virtually nonexistent, with the last leg retracted I've seen absolutely. rnMontata on monopod is perfect. rnSistema of very fluid clutch, also unlock the panoramic x is excellent although not at the level of the clutch. rnSistema Ark swiss, in my humble opinion, very safe, and once you understand the mechanism, very simple. rnLeggerissima, piccolisima and well executed. RN6 years garanzia.rnVoto? 10 and lodernAGGIORNAMENTO OF 14.03.2017rnA after almost a year I take the praise just because at some point you skipped the paint, for the rest proved perfect and solid. A tough time not sthe moves even grabbing a hammer. sent on April 15, 2016 |
 | Sigma 1.4x TC-1401 Pros: Tropicalization, building, weight, quality Cons: Not compatible with my other optical Opinion: We start with the cons: on optical Tamron, Nikon and tokina owned by me even you can stick, having the very protruding lens, only with the Tamron 70-200 VC graft is fine but the machine does not recognize the multiplier, as if it had mounted. Clearly lost a bit 'of clarity and autofocus slows, low light pictures are out of focus and those focused. In my opinion are the price to pay to extend the focal length of the lens. Mounted on d750 with Sigma 150-600 contemporary quality of the photo is just a hair less smooth than using optics. The best thing is that it keeps all the automations until f40 to the maximum focal length. In open conditions, light autofocus responds admirably. superlative construction, weight .... even feels backpack. Definitely I recommend it to those who have purchased the contemporary. sent on March 06, 2016 |
 | Manfrotto MHXPRO-3WG Pros: Precision, robust, construction Cons: At the moment nothing Opinion: I purchased this geared head for about a month and are very satisfied, clearly not fast in the regulations but in terms of stability and precision I can not complain. rnIl pliers system allows a first quick adjustment knobs and then proceed to the fine adjustments. My only small complaint is that when using the forceps must be careful to look after the right snap otherwise loses control. rnL'ho proven on Manfrotto 055 XPROB mounting on the nikon d750 and the Tamron 70-200 VC ... What about ... is positioning it vertically and is using the column at 90 degrees does not yield a millimeter. sent on January 24, 2016 |
 | Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 II DG HSM Pros: Construction, sharpness, wide viewing angle Cons: Poor resistance to flare Opinion: Aim well built, solid, normal weight, low resistance to flare in backlit or sun side aperture but not excellent in a wide angle that has little importance when used as me only as paesaggi.rnScattare to 12 mm ... Well ... that is ... if you try it you can not capire.rnOttima sharpness to any opening, between f8 and f11 is obtained massimo.rnTrattasi definitely targets unique because it allows, given its wide angle vision, to realize creative shots playing with; bending of reflex.rnStraconsigliato. sent on July 19, 2015 |
 | Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Macro VC USD Pros: Clarity, weight, vc, price Cons: Af slower in low light conditions Opinion: Third optical tamron in my possession .... Blessed be the day that I bought to "game" the 28-75.rnPremesso that the price is definitely a strong point in relation to the optical quality, sharpness is at staggering levels already in Ta. rnUtilizzata also for portraits thanks to vc.rnUnico defect: af slow in low light, I find it difficult in some occasions in focus but deeply concerned with a view unlike any other, and that deserves to be studied properly given its limiter setting fuoco.rnSicuramente is not a goal for amateurs at first weapons but, once you learn its characteristics, returns pictures of a quality disarmante.rnPeso on nikon d750 ... sometimes I wonder ... " but I mounted? ". rnMi only regret not having bought before, that goal should never miss in your backpack. sent on July 19, 2015 |
 | Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Pros: Price, stabilization, construction Cons: Hood Opinion: From today I joined the Tamron 70-200 f 2.8 vc and as the older brother has the same quality construction and exceptional nitidezza.rnPrezzo, stabilizer and truly effective weight that goes perfectly with the lens hood for nikon d750.rnIl I put it in the rest position creates many difficoltà.rnA aside the collars are wonderful and beautiful then I find the idea of ??putting the button to lock the extension to 24 mm.rnColori reproduced faithfully, made several shots at different openings I noticed that from f 4 on the sharpness at the corners in a growing esponenziale.rnPer what little I tried it I can not say anything but I remained extremely satisfied with their purchase and the next will certainly be the brother 15-30 vc ... as soon as finances allow me sent on June 25, 2015 |
 | Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Pros: Sharpness, construction, stabilizer, price Cons: Hood Opinion: Until three years ago I too was wary of third-party lens manufacturers but after trying the Tamron 28-75 (which despite having many flaws still brought out beautiful photos) and 11-16 tokina me I had to think again. rnStabilizzatore good, sharpness already at f 2.8 (f 4 to clear outstanding) price ... worth every single penny of it (taken to € 1,100 with 5 year warranty). rnUnico neo the hood of lower quality than the lens and with many problems in placing it in position riposo.rnPosso only add that the quality of 70-200 I "forced", within 12 days, to change before the d7000 with the d750 and then 28-75 with the 24-70 Tamron VC. sent on June 25, 2015 |
 | Nikon D750 Pros: Ergonomics, customization, robustness, iso Cons: Only up to 1/4000 s Opinion: I went from d7000 (I came from the d3100) to d750 after reading several forums, reviews, tests, etc ... rnScattata the first photos with the Tamron 70-200 VC immediately was impressed with the purchase ... Even just watching in the crosshairs of a fx makes you realize what a difference compared to a body goes right ... rnRiproduzioni colors faithful and beautiful. Poured pictures on PC, after adjusting the monitor with the Spyder 3 pro, almost I could not believe the difference on the same photo taken on the stand and in the same conditions between the newcomer and the "old" d7000.rnFatti various night portrait with iso 6400 , values ??that I first dreamed of trying, I found myself with the shots perfectly usable, as well it produces noise that does not satisfy me but ... with the d7000 I never went above 800 iso.rnUnica sin not to go beyond 1/4000 s.rnLa use by just 2 weeks but are really soddisfatto.rnConsente also a myriad of customization for the buttons, a display really handy when shooting on a tripod and finally body really strong. Straconsigliata. sent on June 25, 2015 |
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