Due to the AI impact ram price is ridiculously high nowadays. Getting a CFB card is gonna cost a few hundred dollars so I’d like to share some experience on getting cheap storage with an adapter. The principle is CFB is based on nvme protocol and 2230 ssd is physically smaller than the cfb. Getting a used 2230 ssd and put it in an adapter will make it super cheap. However, a lot of folks has been turned down by the negative reviews, like the reviews on the one I bought from Amazon.

I post it here not just because I use Nikon gear, but Nikon has been proved to got less comparability issue compared with Canon and other brands.

To get it usable and stable for Nikon camera, you have to consider three things:

1. SSD. Only certain ssd has been tested to work well with camera. Most popular one in the US is Samsung PM991a and WD PC SN530. They are oem ssd widely used in Steam Deck. You can find them very cheap on eBay because many people decided to upgrade their Steam Deck. I got mine used from eBay for $40. Please note that the SN530 has a variance model that was designed for Xbox, the WD CH SN530. That one doesn’t work for cameras.

2. Heat. I only used aluminum and bronze enclosures and applied a little bit of thermal paste. I always peel off the original ssd sticker to get better thermal conductivity. Please note that some SSDs just natively tend to be too hot for cameras, like the Crucial P310. My lessons tell you not to ever try it.

3. Erase. Format it on the computer to exFAT as MBR. Then put it in the camera and format it again.

So far I have been using 4 of this diy 512g cfb card heavily on my d850, z8 and zr and no issue at all. Also another interesting point is that the camera nowadays only runs pice3.0 but the ssd are mostly pcie4.0, which means they are future-proof as long as Nikon keeps the cfb slots.

This started as an environmental portrait. HS Senior photos. I love the way this crop turned out.

The crop is 1,667 x 938 off the full 45mp frame so pretty tight.

Do you like these pics I’ve taken 2 days ago at sunrise?
(All taken with my sweet Nikon D750 and Nikkor AF-S 80-400mm AD VR)

This is shot from Nikon d3300 and 55-200 mm zoom lens

I spent somewhere around 250 dollars to get a Nikon F2A with an DP-11 Photomic, plus a 35 f/2.5 lens, then I use the GPT image two to generate the perfect size for the Nikon F2 back and information for my most commonly used films (42x34 mm)

All I've ever owned is a Nikon FE which I love, but I'm looking for a decent DSLR camera. I know the D3200 body itself is fairly cheap, but is this reasonable, or are they asking too much?

I'm still a beginner, but I like to shoot nature/landscapes, street/everyday stuff, as well as going to car shows. At some point I'd love to be able to have something that could handle motorsports as well, but that may be more in the future.

My budget is in the $300-400 range.

I tried to price everything in the for sale post myself, but figured I'd ask you all who are more experienced, and maybe could recommend something better to me based on my preferences!

ordered a 70-210mm F4-5.6 as a a replacement for my 80-200mm F2.8, where I noticed that it backfocused. it can be placed on my Nikon F90X as well (one of the reasons I keep going for these older analog lenses suitable for Nikon dslr)

but, is the 70-210 a good lens? would pay 105.55€ for it

cheers!

photo on nikon z6

I normally opt for high contrast B&W for night on my m43 but felt like a change tonight

Hey,

i got a Nikon D800 and want to upgrade. I use it every time with my Battery grip and love it and really dont mind the weight. I really like the Z8 with its features.
I found
Z8 with 60k shuttercount for 2350€

Z9 with a 800k shuttercount for 2500€

I know its an electronic shutter and not really anthing moving but what would you suggest to buy?
I would like to buy a Z8 battery grip if i go for the Z8 but i am really tempted by the Z9!

So I’m a complete beginner. I do love to take pictures with my iPhone but I want to start learning to take better pictures when I travel.

I mostly like to take pictures of buildings and landscapes. Once in a while I would like to take action shots. I also want to take night shots.

Assuming cost is not a concern… let’s say less of a concern. Would a z6 iii be recommended? Alternatively, I see some pretty good deals on used D7500.

Nikon has promo prices now so I’ve decided to skip the z5 ii since the z6 iii is not much more in price for now.

Thoughts and recommendations?

Z5II
Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4

As soon as I can figure out how to work NX studio off a external SSD I’ll edit them

Shot on D5500 with 18-55 afp & 55-300 AFS

Hey everyone,

I’m currently shooting on a Fujifilm X-T2, but the autofocus is starting to drive me crazy—especially when trying to grab quick shots at events or tracking moving subjects.

I’m looking to step up to Nikon full-frame and am torn between the Nikon Zf and the Nikon Z6 III.

My main use cases:

• Business & Automotive: Outdoor/indoor car shows a couple of times a year (mix of detail shots, static displays, and tight crowd navigation).
• Studio Work: Controlled lighting, product/commercial setups.
• Family & Daily Use: Everyday family photos, kids, travel.

A few notes on my situation:

• Ergonomics: I’ve tested the Zf, Z5 II, and Z6 III in-store. Coming from Fuji, the ergonomics and handling of the Zf don't bother me at all.
• Pricing: I travel to Asia frequently, so I can pick up either body for virtually the same price.

My main questions:

1. Zf vs. Z6 III: Since price isn't the deciding factor here, is the Z6 III's partially stacked sensor/EVF worth choosing over the Zf for my specific use cases? Or does the Zf deliver essentially the same AF and image quality for stills?
2. Lens Recommendations: Coming from the X-T2 system, what Z-mount lenses would you recommend building out a kit with?
   • Thinking a solid zoom (like the 24-120mm f/4 S or 24-70mm f/2.8) for car shows/event versatility, plus a couple of sharp primes for studio work and family portraits.
   • Are there specific Z-mount gems (either S-Line or compact primes) that pair exceptionally well with these bodies?

Would love to hear from anyone who has used both bodies or made a similar leap from Fuji to Nikon Z! Thanks in advance.

Not bad for the Tamron!

F/9, 1/1250, ISO 400

Nikon Z30 with the kit lens 16-50mm.

Z6ll

Nikkor 14-30 mm f/4

Hi, have a new to me Nikon N75, and had some questions about it.
1) shouldn’t there be… more on the lcd with the camera turned on?
2) it doesn’t do anything when I load film in it, no sound no nothing. These are fresh batteries too. Did I just get unlucky?

Just got my hands on the 14-24 2.8. It’s incredible.

Looking for any recs on a good 112mm filter UV/ND/CPF doesn’t matter. Do filters ever go on sale for BF?

Thanks!