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I like doing IR work. I converted a Nikon D70 to do IR only. A lot faster then the old school way with light meters and external filters. Auto focus works, internal metering works. Makes IR so much easier and more enjoyable.
I also have an unmodified D200 which my wife and I love so much, so much control and awesome results. Lots of glass too, but not sure if I should list.
I like doing IR work. I converted a Nikon D70 to do IR only. A lot faster then the old school way with light meters and external filters. Auto focus works, internal metering works. Makes IR so much easier and more enjoyable.
Sample I've never experimented with IR but I appreciate the results I've seen.
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I also have an unmodified D200 which my wife and I love so much, so much control and awesome results. Lots of glass too, but not sure if I should list.
If I started all over....I would be a D200 shooter. I've always liked the specs on that one. I can't believe how fast manufacturers are replacing gear. the Canon 40D came out about a year after the my 30D. The Nikon D300 replaced the D200 quickly as well. The Canon Xti has just been replaced also.
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I use a pair of Nikon D200s and a set of Nikkor glass including the 70-200 2.8 VR and 17-55 2.8. Couple SB800s speedlights, an SU800 and a SB600. At times I work with a very basic and compact mobile studio setup that runs off the hardwired inverter I installed in the FJ. And I believe in quality support, so I use a Gitzo G1325 carbon fiber tripod with an Arca Swiss ball head. Last summer for kicks I cut down a sapling on a hike in the smoky mountains and turned it in to a walking stick/monopod with a manfrotto 3232 tilt head on top and a non-slip grip below it.
When it comes to upgrading, I always skip a generation. So no D300 for me. I'll wait for a bigger jump in MP to get more bang for my buck with the D400 or D4x
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Nikon D200 here. My main lens 70-200VR and the 17-55. Also I also use Tamorn 11-18 for wide angle. I also have a 17-200VR for when i need to save weight. Various prime lenses which I dont use much anymore.
I would like to get in IR photo and think about converting a used D70 to do it.
Swicargo did you have it done somewhere or did you do it yourself?
Pokerdawg, that 800mm must be a monster! Any pics you can share with that lens?
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That is a real specialty lens. I have had a 600 f4 Nikon for a long time. I used to use it to take Wildlife Photos, with slide film, no less. It gave me a little edge because many wildlife photographers had the 500 f4 Nikons.
You have to carry along a monster tripod with it also. That is why I had my wife go with me.. lol
I hardly ever use it now.
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Filters
I have been using the cokin grad filter and they are pretty scatched up so looking to replace them.
What do you guys use? I am thinking of stocking the 1,2,3 stop is that a good combination?
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Mods:
DR Suspension Front/Back
Dirty Part Dual Battery
Kobi Ranger rack
Rack light and bumper offroad light
BudBuilt skid plate
Demerllo rock rail
ARB bumper
BFG 285/75/16 All Terrian
I've never experimented with IR but I appreciate the results I've seen.
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