Very good topic! I agree with you on all points here. I think the most important thing I learned along my journey is enjoying getting out into nature. If I've enjoyed my photo trip and didn't come back with anything, I'm fulfilled.

Thanks for sharing! I am headed out to DV in late January 2025, and reconfigured my Shimoda insert (the large mirrorless) to keep at least one of my Z7's bodies already attached to my 100-400. My thinking is that will minimize to some degree lens changes out in the dunes which will allow less sand/dust into the body and on the sensor. Thoughts? You've been to DV a lot more than me... am I worried too much about this with my Z7's? Thanks again!!

Corner sharpness no good. I need pin sharp corners. Because I magnify my images at 200% when I view them.

THANK YOU !!!!!!!! Excellent video !!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

EXCELLENT VIDEO ., I am new to this ., SUPER HELPFUL ….❤THANK YOU

The Nikon 100 400 is also one of my favorite. Use it for closeup, landscapes, birds and animals along with people and airshows. Excellent range and just a fantastic lens.

I enjoyed this video pretty good advice for a beginner.

As usual, great advice! Avoid GAS, (Gear Acquisition Syndrome), Practice, and the one I benefitted from lately, ENJOY the process. Recently you mentioned attending a workshop which brings up the social aspect of photography. Clubs work too, like minded people can help you objectively review your images and offer great advice. If the only feedback you get is from Instagram or a similar platform, you may not get much help. I've been at it awhile and the thing I try to remember is to know your audience. If you're taking pictures to share, know who you are targeting. If you're taking pictures for yourself, please yourself. Also, don't be afraid to look at other subjects. For example, wildlife, street, or astro. Explore to see what different things are like. You already spent the money on the camera and gear, it isn't like film where you have to pay to see it. Wear out your trigger finger! Get out, explore new places and things. That's the BEST part of photography!

VERY first thing you do is dig yourself a money pit deeper that a Minuteman missile silo. The manufacturers, importers, and retailers will thank you. Actually, dig two - let's not forget the computer industry.

great advice .

Thank you very much for sharing the topics.

Didn't get to see it live, but caught this recording. I like what you're doing, and if I get to the States, I'd be interested in one of your workshops. Good info!

Nice 👍

i am staring and i love waterfalls

Oh come on, that’s not a compact camera.

I use Nikon 80-400mm with FTZ adapter and I am happy with it. The only downside is the relatively high weight, which is further increased by the FTZ adapter. I was thinking about the Nikon Z 100-400mm, but it's also heavy, expensive, and only starts at 100mm. Another alternative is the Tamron Z 50-400mm, but I haven't found a good comparison to the Nikon 80-400 yet, I suspect that even though it's an older lens, it might be sharper compared to the new Tamron. I found some opinions on the Internet, but they are different and unprofessional. It would be nice if someone did tests of the same level as you do. Maybe you have an opinion, which is better old Nikon or new Tamron?

To be honest, the longer range shots you presented to me rather suggest to not even try. I wouldn't even consider any of these a keeper.

I have to ask. Who would use f16? Unless your goal was a nice soft image.

I agree with your use of the Nikon 100-400mm. I have one and love its performance and also the fact that it has a really short close focus distance useful for occasional closeups. However, because of its weight I recently purchased the new Nikon 28-400mm which combines the best of both worlds. It is much lighter and allows you to quickly try out a range of focal lengths without switching lenses. Its only drawback is the fact that it is not as sharp as the 100-400mm and doesn't focus as closely. Have you tried the 28-400mm lens and what do you think of it?

I’d been considering getting the 100-400mm for landscape photography and lightening my bag for the longest time after watching your videos and those of other landscape photographers. However, I went with the Tamron 50-400mm Z so I could go to a 2 lens kit using it and the 14-30mm f/4 S lens. I also didn’t think there were enough optical differences to justify twice the price. I can say that I’m loving being able to shoot at >200mm while using filters. Also, I have almost that exact same waterfall shot (5:18) from when I went to Hocking Hills back in April of 2023….and yea, it was with a wide angle lens.

Just saw an add on B&H for a Nikkor Z 28-400 F 4-8 VR. Can't wait for the reviews.

I too love my Nikon 100-400. However, my all time favorite is my F 70-200 2.8. I bought it in 2019 for a cross-country drive and still use it on my Z7ii - not only for landscapes, but indoors to get up close to my grandchildren.

My favorite focal length is currently 24 to 200mm. I have a 18 to 400 Tamron, but it is a dx lens, so i only use it for greater distance.

I agree with your love of the Nikon 100-400. I keep it on my Z7 II and the 24-120 F4 on My Z8. I keep both in my pack and usually use both to shoot a scene. I'll start with one first, whichever I think is best initially, and finish with the other. I consider myself a hybrid photographer, I like landscapes and animals and plan outings for both. I just got back from Iceland and used that setup extensively. The weather was pretty awful and the 100-400 stood the test of getting rain and snow soaked. If I had to pick my favorite between the 24-120 and 100-400, that's like asking if I like MOM or DAD better! I like both!

Just a waste of time

So excited for 2025 and the new location picks! Hope I see it in person but following either way!

The reason the curtain doesn't come down is because the curtain is very fragile. I would rather have dirt on the sensor than on the curtain. In the case of the R5 it actually issues a warning about using that feature before you use it.

Sound is breaking up Jeff💙

The time Adobe started the subscription model, I started looking for alternatives. Then I stumbled upon Affinity. It’s quite different from the way I used CS 5 (or was it 5.5?), and I never looked back. I also upgraded my Nik (before it got acquired by Google and DxO) and Topaz filters to the standalone versions.

Have you seen the FLM CP30-M5 (Hybrid) Tripod, I'm torn between that and the CP30-S4 II - Would love to know your thoughts on that? :)

How about in video mode? I save my photo mode in U1 then save my video settings also in U1 but when going to photo mode it resets or overwrite

📸 Z7's for Landscape Z6's for Action & low light.

Wow this looks great!!! Would you choose this over an ulanzi tree root?

Great info, thanks. You know that to get to the firmware version you don't have to keep scrolling down in set up. You can scroll UP and it's right there.

very interested. Im shooting Nikon Z8, have a ton of lens with 300 2.8 being largest. Im 6'3". I have a regular size carbon fiber tripod with RRS head. You were saying better to get large DSLR insert? Does it already come with insert ? Thanks for the video!

Thank you!!!! You made it a lot easier than I expected it to be.

Really like the FLM equipment. Picked up a tripod after seeing you using it. Then got one of their more robust taller ones and a monopod. The metal twist locks on the legs grew on me pretty quick-nice to know they won’t fall apart like rubber coatings will. I’ll take robust construction over the minor inconvenience of a chilly twist on cool days.

I have the 55GX with the lever clamp paired with my CP30-L4II and so far so good! I really like it, feels really solid!

If the lever is 'up' in the tightened position, does it hit the base of the camera if one were to tilt said camera? Or can the lever be re-positioned, as in 'pull it out and change the position on the shaft'? I, well, STRONGLY dislike the metal tripod leg knobs (the feel of them), but I begrudgingly use them because, yes, rubber self destructs. There you have it. Cheers!

Good greif stop waffeling and get to the point!!!

Thanks, Jeffrey! I look forward to updates as you continue to use the ball head, especially in winter. Two things to add: the lever can be pulled out and its position, or angle, reset to get it out of the way. Second, all our GX ball heads and Series II tripods come with a manufacturer’s lifetime warranty (original owner). Thanks again!

For landscape photography, I prefer prime lenses on medium format or large format cameras and lenses. When shooting primes on 35mm small format cameras, I use: 14mm f/2.8 Nikkor 28mm f/2.8 Nikkor 55mm f/3/5 Nikkor macro 180mm f/2.8 Nikkor However, when I shoot zooms on 35mm small format cameras, I use: 14-24mm f/2.8 Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8 Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 Nikkor Since I shoot landscapes, weddings, and action with my equipment, I do not use smaller and slower lenses for my small format shooting.

So helpful

The lack of sensor cover is enough of a turn off. Such a basic oversight by Nikon. Its 2024 and I'm still sticking with my D800. I'm yet to try anything in the field that beats it on IQ.

What is a very minimalistic, but sturdy 25# load ,pitch only tilt / pan low profile head? I liked the old Gitzo G1276 offset ball but i don’t really need a ball

Waaay toooooo verbose😢

La foto al minuto 24:54 con il riflesso del treppiede non è professionale

Mr. Tadlock, No truer words spoken. I love photography. Approach and attitude are all important.

I do enjoy the hunt for a good photo location. Just scouting can be fun before you even get the camera out.