Photography (Nikon)
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Price: $899.00
- Body only; lens must be purchased separately
- 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
- RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
- Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
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Afghan Camera Team First in Eastern Afghanistan Military.com
The training included the theory and basic rules of photography and design. French instructors conducted an intensive and personalized program, focusing on practical exercises. Throughout the course, students learned the basic techniques of image and audio capturing, and processing both still and video for final editing and use.
"I could not imagine that we can get this level with them after only three weeks of training," said French 1st Lt. Bérangère, the lead instructor. "Their motivation is clear. Sometimes I go to the workroom, they are there, going back over the training. It's nice."
For this initial Afghan combat camera team, French instructors outfitted the team with a Nikon D80 digital still camera, two Nikon lenses, a Sony Z1 handheld camcorder, and two editing workstations.
The course ended with an operational phase. The team shooting a combined Afghan and French patrol conducted in the market of Tagab. With the training complete, the French will continue to coach and mentor their Afghan partners until they can operate independently.
"The videographer surprised us all. He understood the technical side, but also had a flair for the artistic," said Bérangère. "He is now able to capture and edit alone a finished product, with a voiceover."
With additional training scheduled for 2012, the French hope to see the ANA take action to promote their capabilities and capacities to both internal and external audiences.
Photography (Nikon)
- RAW and JPEG capture , burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
- 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
- RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
- 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
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Creative D80 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - Black (51MF8130AA002)
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- Bluetooth wireless audio without attaching a cord to your mobile device
- Integrated AUX-in for connection to other audio devices
- Loud and dynamic audio from two 3-inch full range drivers
- Compact and simplistic curve design to save space
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Nikon D80 digital SLR video review
Full review at: www.cameralabs.com : A seven minute video tour around the Nikon D80 DSLR by Gordon Laing, Editor of www.cameralabs.com. For our ...
How do you create different folders with nikon D80 camera?
How do you create different folders with nikon D80 camera?
Say if i am on vacation and want to organize them into different categeories while on the camera?
Refer to page 105 in your D80 owner's manual. You can edit or create folders, but you must specify which folder the image files are to be saved before you take them.
Tip: If you have a question about any function, the easiest thing to do is think about what it is you would like to know and simply look it up in the index at the back of the owner's manual.
Then create one.
i assume you can name each one and do this as often as you want.
I've got a D80, but I never bother with this feature.
Is a Nikon D80 a good professional camera for businesses?
I'm considering starting my own photography studio. I have a Nikon D80- is this a good camera for studio photography? Buying another camera is out of the question, so I really need to know if this is okay or not! Also, any extra tips for the studio would be greatly appreciated!
Yes, you can use the D80 as a studio camera.
The key thing is with the D80 as a studio camera is that it lacks a PC connector to studio lamps. So you'll need to get a Nikon hot shoe to PC connector or an infrared sender to trigger your studio lights.
As for extra studio tips: invest in a flash meter. Used Minolta flash meters are available inexpensively on eBay. You can buy them new under the Kenko brand label. There's also Sekonic flash meters.
Don't skimp on the studio lights either.
http://www.kickstartnews.com/reviews/hardware/nikon_d80_slr.html
So go ahead continue your business. Your cam is great. !
Later, when you business will become profitable, you may consider upgrading to a specialized studio camera (like Fuji S5pro), and then even to a medium format camera...
I also suggest the Nikon 80mm f/1.4, it's a great portrait lens, tack sharp, and your images with the D80 will look spectacular.
How can i use my nikon d80 with Metz mecablitz 36AF-3. Evey time i attach it to my camera, the shutter wont re?
I can not use my nikon d80 with the metz mecablitz flash. Every time attached it my camera, the camera keep blinking the flash in the camera information panel and the shutter won't released.
You really should get a Nikon flash like an SB-400 or 600. It's worth the investment and your camera will thank you for it.
What is the difference between the Nikon D60 and the Nikon D80? Is the price difference worth it?
Any info you could provide me with would be awesome! I'm buying my first SLR Camera, and have read that the D60 is a great one for beginners. But i've been looking and I can't really tell the difference between the D60 and the D80 , except for the price range. Which would you recommend?
Here they are side by side:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=nikon_d60%2Cnikon_d80&show=all
Detailed reviews for both are also linked from the page above
Is it worth it? You decide.
D60 is a high level consumer camera
D80 is more of a low level pro camera.
D60 is newer - comes with newer technology, but has fewer bells and whistles.
D80 is older - but is a higher level camera.
I bought my D80 (albeit before D60 came out, so I was measuring it up against D40) because it has a few extra buttons saving me trips to menu for things like changing ISO, also DOF preview (don't remember if D60 has it, I know D40 doesn't).
But one of the big things for me - over years I've been used to having a small LCD screen on top of the camera that shows all the settings, and D80 has that, but not D60...
Also if you have a good collection of older Nikon lenses that are not AF-S (or AF-I), D60 won't be able to autofocus those, as it does not have the focusing motor, relying on one inside the lens. Could be an issue for some, but non-issue for most, because pretty much all new lenses are AF-S.
D80 is heavier, D60 is lighter. Some people find it more convenient to haul a lighter cameras with them on hiking vacations. After all your main purpose of a trip is to hike, and secondary is to take great photographs. If it's the other way around, then you may throw the weight away as a non-factor.
BUT... here's the most important part:
Image quality, sensor quality, and basically results wise - I don't think you'll see the difference. All the differences are in the convenience features. So if you can live without a few extra bells and whistles listed above, and a few more I forgot to mention - you should be good with D60.
Remember - when you're buying a dSLR - what your real long term investment would be: Lenses. Because the camera bodies, they become obsolete in a few years with the way the technology advances. But a good piece of glass will last you for years, moving from one body to another and another and another. So you should consider buying a cheaper D60, but investing more money into good glass!
But if you think the little conveniences are worth it, then D80 is a better camera for you. If it's your first dSLR - even D40 may do the trick. Don't be fooled by lower megapixels. They are not as important as you may think. Read here:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm
Good luck with your choice!
LEM.
Why should I buy the Nikon D80 DLSR camera as opposed to the D40x?
I take a lot of indoor photos, mostly portraits, and like using manual settings. I'm tired of the quality of point-and-shoot cameras and want to move up to DSLR. I don't have any Nikon lenses, so I'm wondering if the D40x is good enough or will I be longing for some feature that the D80 has? What would you recommend?
Update: The reviews seem to say that the D80 has some exposure problems and some other problems with "white pixels". The D40X is not very well constructed and suffers from a lack of available lenses. The specs are nearly identical. Is the D80 realy worth ~50% more than the D40X?
Check out the lens compatibility before buying the D40
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=nikon_d40x%2Cnikon_d80&show=all
But, just remember that the price difference is another lens or a great SB600 flash in your bag.
I have the predecessors to both, as my bag currently has a pair of D70's and a D50. I love the D70 for the extra control dial, the illuminated data window, depth of field preview, and the larger grip-size. The D50 wins me over for it's more compact carrying size, larger lcd screen, 2.0 USB support, and more pleasing color rendition.
It's a tough call, but either way, you'll have a great camera.
The 40 is significantly smaller than the 80 and you may find it uncomfortable.
I prefer the 80 and my hands are by no means large.
Would a Nikon D80 be suitable for professional looking wedding photographs?
I am considering getting a Nikon camera and have a few options: The D80 with a couple of lenses or should I get a D200? Would a D80 be good enough as I am going into a professional business with someone?
It is not the camera, it is the photographer who produces the "professional" part of the picture.
The camera is a tool and a skilled photographer can produce the goods with what they are given.
Can I use a SB-600 speed light flash remotely from a D80 with out a receiver?
Do I need to put some type of receiver on the body of the camera(D80) to operate it remotely. If so , can somebody tell me what it would be.
You do not need a receiver, the D80's built in flash will act as the commander. Put your D80 in commander mode and the flash to remote to control the sb600 off camera. I don't have my manual at hand for the D80, but it's all in there. You will also have to enable the D80's full menu system to access this, I believe.
How can you tell if a nikon D80 camera is real or fake?
my dad wants to buy a nikon D80 of this man and he is going to see it today but he want to know how you can tell it the camera is real or fake?
I agree, your chore is to determine if the camera is stolen ... if the "man" has all the boxes, accessories and CD's then go for it. If it is the camera only with none of the components that come with a new camera, then it may well be stolen property.
How to take natural light pictures with Nikon D80?
I have a new D80 and I want to use natural light indoors to take pictures. How?
You will need to use a fast lens like a F1.4 or F2.8 and a higher ISO.
A larger aperture lens will let in more light
A high ISO increases the sensitivity to light allowing you to shoot in low light without flash.
If you don't have a fast lens you can pick up a 50mm F1.8 for about $100.00. This is a fabulous lens for the price.
How do you change the image preview on nikon d80?
I am trying to change the image preview on my d80, after i take each photo, it displays the image with the histogram graph with the image very small. How can i make the photo preview full size on the preview lcd screen?
All i see is an option to turn preview on / off