Just found that Video today. Nice review and very nice shots. My favorite is the one at 13:23. Very nice composition and processing. A monochrome version would also be fantastic. Ah... and your Video made me order that lens ;)

Just saw your Nikkor 40mm video. And I always wondered why the 28 and 40 don't have a lens hood. It's not like those are such premium lenses that wouldn't need one. But most of those everyday carry lenses come without one.

Otis Cam!!

I'm going to pickup a 7500 to replace my 5000. I have a number of DX lens already, my fav is my 85mm micro.

Nice video much love from USA

Good vid and nice shots. But this lens is far from impressive. If you have to stop down to f/4 (even f/8!) to get sharp results, what’s the point of a fast prime?

D500 is still listed on Nikon website as a flagship crop sensor DSLR, it wasn’t discontinued. That said, you can actually buy it new for a fare price.

Talking about it is NOT TEACHING and showing how to do it.

I have them on several lenses and cameras. For the most part, I'm in 'Team Lens Hood'. I tend to shoot most of my images during the day so unwanted strong light into the lens can be an issue. I'd rather use a lens hood than a UV filter to protect the lens.

Much the same reason I use one too. Good insight to the hoods.

I agree with most of your points, the only exception being that when shooting through a window, sometimes it helps to use the lenshood to stop unwanted reflections.

Something i always done is flip the lens hood around to allow that little bit more light into the camera in low light situations, as you know I upload photos every day pretty much 😅 and some of them shots were taken in really low light ,but with the idea of flipping the lens hood around i was able to get a lot of shots

Hmmm I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve used a hood . I have the Lee filter system so a no go there ❌ and space in my bag is the important so another ❌ My tripod mounted camera did blow over out on the peninsula at Luskentyre and only sheer luck saved a disastrous end! Great to hear your thoughts Robert 👍🏻

just came across your video just recently got a z6ii and ftz adapter although i am using a 24-120 f4 on my z6ii 99% of the time i did keep my 16-35 to use with the ftz adapter saves about £1000 doing it this way instead of buying the 14-30 haha

i used to use a lens hood all the time , for the same reasons you mentioned. Then i got filters , originally the Lee 150 x 100 slot in filters and more recently the K&F Magnetic filter system. The Lee system there was no way to use the filters with a lens hood and the magnetic system you can unless like me you purchased the larger filters and step up rings so you only need one set of filters and again as the step up ring lives on the front of the lens you can no longer attach the lens hood. I still carry them in my bag in case i need them . Nice images to by the way !

Interesting video Robert and I listen to the negative points but like you it does give good protection and the problems can easily be fixed. 👍👌👏🐕

Is your camera converted for full spectrum?

I use primes for landscapes and almost all other work. 35 50 85 1.8 S lenses on Z camera. They are wonderful lenses. But to go small and lighter, Leica M lenses talke up the space of 85. They are 50 2.8 35 2.0 90 4.0. 50 & 90 are collapsible. I only own the 24/120 F 4 Zoom and it has its place.

Excellent!! Thank you!

Ttartisan lens is cheap

the fisheye image seems to be straighten out, I cannot see the fisheye distortion.

Not for the first time, I watch a video of yours and realise the topic is very similar to what I've just recorded!! Ha, slight variation but overall the theme is spot on - so of course, I agree immensely - mistakes are the foundations of learning and creativity often grows out of trying new things....so are both things to strive after. Good vid mate :)

No truer word has ever been said. The amount of images I have taken of one object for a product shoot is crazy. Never can tell till you get back and see the image on the screen. Take as much images as you can, as you will only need one. No one needs to see the rest.

Is the Tokina 100 macro compatible with Nikon Z series in autofocus (with the FTZ adapter)? I understand that it has an internal non-ultrasonic motor. Otherwise I'd better consider a Nikkor AF105D because I use FM/FE, D700/810/850 and I would like to get a Z6 with FTZ. .

Nice video very good photos . How big print can we expect from the d500 ?

I had a bunch of poor shots from a trip out after the first snow a couple of weeks back. It was beginning to melt and started to rain and the landscape wasn’t what I envisaged. High expectations and disappointment ! As you say you need to try and switch off , relax and relieve the pressure and that way the creative juices will flow. Some of my best images have come when I’ve been in this state of mind 👍🏻

The expectations we often set ourselves indeed can be counter productive, Robert. But the pressures are of our own making so I agree as photographers we probably all need to take a step back and remember we do this for enjoyment.

Great advice! Just stop aiming for perfection and enjoy photography! Loved the black and white squared shot!

Thank you Robert for a good video what you say makes a lot of sense, we do always try for the perfect images and miss what is going on around us. So I will clear the brain and go out with a fresh look on what is about. I have just bought a Tamron 150-600 mm lens which I am getting to know it is a beast of a lens. 👍👌👏🐕

Well said. I have too much going on in my life at thé moment it is Impossible to make créative decisions

darktable has in fact a library!

This lens works awesome on the D810, D750 and D780... recommended settings for ultimate sharpness... F5.6 at 1/250 and higher... ISO's at 800 and below.

Works fine with 1st version teleconvertor

Thanks Robert. It's helpful to see what you consider your best shots, and hear your comments about them. Best wishes for this year, I'm looking forward to what you put up.

I've found 300mm to be a great focal length on a FF body, standing on the sidelines at the top of the box looking up the field waiting for action to come towards me, or shots on goal; 450mm effective is too long for me. In the 'old days' I used a 70-200mm f/2.8 on a DX body with the same strategy and effect.

i still love my D500 (2025) I like it so much more than all Nikon Mirrorless cameras. Ill keep using it for some time.

Great instructional video for Photoshop Elements users. Would love to see more. As a serious amateur, I really don't want to be forced to a subscription based program if I can purchase a program that gets me to near the same result.

Do u use teleconverter also?

Dear Robert, could you please tell me what light you are using?

Is it still a great option in 2025? I wanna upgrade my d5300 with tokina 11-16 and 50mm f1.8. How about sony a6400 instead? I primarily do landscapes

hi robert, would love a followup video on this! I'm considering trying 675 batteries (used for hearing aids) as they deliver 1.4V. Thanks for the tips!

Great work! Inspired me to get to work.

Nonsense about "large prints"... I've printed 20x30" from a D500. Fantastic. Fact is, it's about the photographer. Not the camera. If you can't take great shots with a D500, try painting...

Done ! And it works. Thanks a lot 😊

Lovely shots Robert.

Great video Robert. Looks like a great option on a the Nikon Z mount

Great editing. Really impressed with the tip for the sun beams. Never knew you could do that.

I love my D500, 3 weeks ago I photographed our National Secondary Schools Track and Field Champs, I used my 150-600 and 70-200 and got superb images. It stood up well shooting close to 8000 images over 3 days. I have had good results capturing Birds and fast aircraft

Some bangers in there mate, the tree in the snow is epic! Happy New Year and all the best for 2025

Hi Robert just a quick question what is the 150-600mm lens like with Z6 for wildlife. 👌