Nikon D3300 Review

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What makes a photograph interesting? Which point all successful photographers have in common !! The answer is simple - Two things can make a photograph interesting. First is the MOMENT & 2nd the COMPOSITION. A good picture may have both or either of the two. So to get an exciting image I don't need the best gear or powerful computer for post processing. The Nikon D3300 is a decent camera to begin with for those who love photography.

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Nikon D3300 Dynamic Range & ISO Performance Test

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Nikon D3300 is the youngest of Nikon DSLR lineup. And the cheapest as well. As an entry level model it doesn't have many pro features but still shines as a very good performer when comes to image quality. The 24 megapixel APS-C sensor can take beautiful images if you use it wisely. The images shown here are all shot in RAW (NEF) format then processed in Nikon Capture NX-D.

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A Comparison between AF-S Nikkor 300mm F4E PF ED VR & AF-S Nikkor 300mm F4D IF-ED Lens

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AF-S Nikkor 300 mm F4E PF ED VR is the latest 300 mm F4 lens from Nikon with all sorts technological advancement. While a standard 70-300 mm zoom lens meets the need of most users these prime lenses are targeted for photographers who want optimum image quality and performance for specific purpose. Unlike a consumer zoom lens prime lenses can serve for decades before they are updated. The AF-S Nikkor 300 mm f/4D IF-ED lens was released back in 2000.

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4E PF ED VR Lens Review

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Nikon announced the AF-S Nikkor 300 mm f/4E PF ED VR lens in early 2015. An update of AF-S Nikkor 300 mm f/4D IF-ED lens after a long time which was released back in 2000. The old master was renowned for its optical performance and still a highly regarded lens. So all of us anxiously waiting to see how the new kid out perform the old one and by what margin.

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Nikon D810 ISO Performance Test

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The Nikon D810 is a high end DSLR. It's a camera that competes with entry level Medium format digital cameras with the flexibility of 35mm. At full resolution ( 7360 X 4912 ) it can generate a 24.5 X 16.4 inch print @ 300 dpi, which is excellent. Even at 1.5X crop mode (4800 X 3200 = 15.36MP) printable size is 16 X 10 inch @ 300 dpi. The camera was targeted for use in the field of studio photography or landscape photography. As a result it performs best at lower ISO spectrum unlike Nikon D4s which is the opposite.

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Nikon D810 Review

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In early 2012 Nikon released the Nikon D800. It surprised the DSLR world with 36MP sensor with high dynamic range. I was expecting to get one. However soon it became clear that the unit has some major flaw, no all but a significant number of D800 & D800E had critical focusing issue

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Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED Review

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The Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED was released back in 1993. When most of the lenses are updated at every  6 to 10 years, this lens is standing in production line for more than 21 years. Seems quite interesting isn't it. After using this lens for quite some time, its pretty much clear to me why they are reluctant to update it. I'll share my experience which will give you some clue about it.

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Macro Extension Tube Review - Kenko vs Vello

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Macro is a genre of photography which allures most of us. To gain access into this world of wonder the simplest piece of gear is an Extension Tube. Which is equally helpful whether you are a beginner or a veteran. Extension tube is a hollow tube and has no glass in it. To take close up picture we simply have to fit it in between the DSLR camera & lens.

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Wacom Intuos Pen & Touch Review - Photo Editing Tablet for Photographers

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We all love to take picture. A picture conveys the beautiful moment we enjoyed to our viewer. They can feel the same emotional feeling we felt even though they were not present there. So, presenting a picture the way we enjoyed it, is an art by itself. Read More…

Nikon D70s Review

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It has been almost a year passed since I purchase my Nikon D70s body just after 1 month of official release on 16th May 2005. This is a subjective review regarding this digital slr.

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