How to Photograph Fireworks with your D90!

With the 2009 4th of July just days from now this is my first opportunity to use my D90 to shot the fireworks so i was looking around for the best advice to get some great shots and i found this info. Thanks to the guys at Digital Photography School for this great info: How to Photograph Fireworks Displays

Image above from Stuckincustoms One of my all time favorite 4th of July pictures.

If you have any more suggestions for fireworks with the D90 please let us know. Remember lot's of towns do fireworks on the 3rd also so I'm going to count that as a free practice day!

Happy 4th of July...........Hope you get some awesome pictures!

Nikon D90 Macro Lenses - True 1:1 Power!

Photo i took with my 17-50mm lens not true macro.

I'm looking to get my first true 1:1 magnification power macro lens for my D90 and it's a tuff decision for sure. I've put together a list of the most popular true macro lenses for the D90 and I have done a lot of research on all of these but I'm still not sure. I'm leaning towards the Tamron 90mm & the Sigma 105mm which both are highly regarded award winners. Now Tamron has come out with a new 60mm 2.0 macro that also looks great! O'boy just when i had it down between 2 they had to add this little gem.

For me the medium length seems to be what I need. With the 90mm & 105mm length this allows you to stay back further from your subject say for instance a bee on a flower without it flying away. With the shorter lengths like the 50mm and 60mm you might have to get so close the bee would scare away. Also the medium length lenses offer you the ability to use them as a fix focal portrait lens which seems like a good thing to me. Anyway, decisions, decisions I really need to make up my mind, lol

Here's a list for you to check out and read reviews on.

Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens

Sigma 70mm F/2.8 EX DG Macro Lens

Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Medium Telephoto Macro Lens

New - Tamron AF 60mm f/2.0 SP DI II LD IF 1:1 Macro Lens

Tamron 90mm f/2.8 XR Di 1:1 Macro lens

Nikon 60mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Micro-Nikkor Lens

Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens

Tokina AT-X 100mm f/2.8 PRO D Macro Lens

Mastering the Nikon D90 - New Book!

Here's a new book coming out that looks promising!

The Nikon D90 is the long-awaited upgrade to the popular D80 digital SLR. The D90 sits between the D60 and D300 in Nikon's DSLR lineup, though many of its features come from its more expensive sibling.

In this book, Darrell Young provides a wealth of information and professional insights for owners of this powerful new camera. Each chapter explores the features and capabilities of the D90 in detail, surpassing basic user manuals by providing step-by-step menu setting adjustments coupled with illustrations and logical explanations for each option. Darrell Young's writing style allows the reader to follow directions in a friendly and informative manner, as if a friend dropped in to share his experienced knowledge without "talking down" to you, explaining the how and the why.

Darrell gives special emphasis to the amazing HD movie capabilities of the D90, which create new possibilities for the creative photographer.

Mastering the Nikon D90 is the fourth volume in the highly successful series of Nikonians Press camera books.

Check it out Here!

HDSLR Nikon D90 - Interactive ebook on DVD!

Just Published! The HDSLR Nikon D90 has over 1,000 pages, 2,500 color images and the complete 650 iNova Actions, plus shooting RAW by Uwe Steinmueller. Get your copy direct from best-selling author Peter iNova, author of the D40, D70, D80, D200, D300 digital camera eBooks.

Check it out Here!

Nikon D90 Wireless Remote Control - ML-L3

This little Nikon ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control has to be one of the most popular accessories you can buy for your D90. I use mine all the time. It comes with a little soft pocket case you can attach to your camera strap so it's always right there for you. The best thing is the price!

Slim wireless remote instantly triggers shutter without disturbing camera

Ideal for subjects that are difficult to approach or for minimizing vibrations

Includes pouch

For use with Nikon D40, D40x, D60, D80 & D90 Digital SLR Cameras

Check it out Here

Nikon D90 Underwater Case!

Well I'm not to sure how well this works but if someone has tried it or others similar please let us know! I found this at Amazon while looking for something weather proof.

DiCAPac is the trusted, reliable and affordable case that will convert your camera in to a waterproof and weatherproof camera in no time. No matter how messy the situation is, this JIS IPX8 approved case will protect your camera against water, sand, and dust while also allowing you to take crystal clear pictures underwater. The patented "Roll & Velcro" zipper closure system provides two levels of protection to keep your case completely watertight, while the clear panels and flexible material allows you to maintain complete control over all your camera's functions. It even floats when you drop it in water! This DiCAPac case is specially engineered to fit most popular SLR & DSLR cameras.

Check it out Here!

Nikon D90 Vertical Battery Grip - Nikon MB-D80!

Well i just received my first vertical battery grip for my D90 and i Love it! This thing is sweet and works like a charm! You just might want to get yourself one i don't think you'll regret it.

The Nikon MB-D80 Multi-Power Battery Pack holds 2 EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion rechageable batteries, effectively doubling your total shooting time. Can also hold a AA battery holder (included), so users can use AA batteries as a power backup. The MB-D80 Multi-Power Battery Pack provides an AF-on button, vertical firing release with lock, and front and rear command dials.

Check out the Reviews Here!

Auto-FP High Speed Flash Tutorial Video - D90!

This video discusses into depth about Auto-FP High Speed x-sync for Nikon SB- speedlights. This feature allows you to override the x-sync limitation of 1/250s (some models are limited to 1/200s, 1/320s, 1/500s) to use faster shutter speeds and/or to use higher apertures.

SUPPORTED camera and flash models: • NIkon SB-900 • Nikon SB-800 • Nikon SB-600 • Nikon SB-R200 • Nikon D80 (#25: Auto-FP: On / Off) • Nikon D90 (e5 in CSM) • Nikon D200 (e1 in CSM) • Nikon D300 (e1 in CSM)

I tried this last night with my D90 and Sb600 and it worked great. Really all you have to do is turn the FP to on! e5 in the menu

Here's the link to the video on YouTube: Click Here!

Thanks to Lilkiwiguy87 for posting this!

Nikon D90 and HDR Photos!

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I'm a big HDR fan and love doing it as much as possible. I'm sure you have seen tons of HDR (high dynamic range) photos all over the place lately. If your interested in trying it yourself i can suggest a couple of programs you will need. I personally use Dynamic Photo HDR by Media Chance but most people use Photomatix by HDR soft. Both work great in my opinion but Dynamic Photo HDR is cheaper to buy.

The photo i did above of the water fall was done using my D90 and Dynamic Photo HDR software.

For more on how to do HDR images here's a couple of good links for you!

PhotoCamel Video Tutorial - This is were i learned

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Nikon D90 QuickPro Camera Guide! -DVD

Yet another D90 tutorial dvd just released by Quickpro. If anyone has tried this one please let us know how it is!

Tutorial DVD. Play on any DVD player worldwide (recommended) or CD-ROM drive. Get ready to take the best pictures of your life! With QuickPro Camera Guides you will quickly understand the fundamentals of photography and the settings on your camera. With these new tools you will be able to take pictures with confidence. VIDEO Step by Step instruction, from basic functions to explaining the advanced features of your camera. INTERACTIVE Camera Body Tour, Viewfinder Tour, and the Control Panel Tour will help you become more knowledgable about your camera and it's features. With easy to use menus, just a touch of a button can open your mind to creative and new photographic ideas.

Check it out Here!

Waterfalls with the Nikon D90!

Waterfall photography is one of the things i like to do any chance i get! This last weekend i woke up to a nasty rainy day and did not want to spend my day off setting around the house. I googled waterfalls in my area and found this place only 30 minutes away from my house were it said these falls only happen after a good rain.

So i grabbed the family and all my gear and out the door we went. Timing is everything when shooting waterfalls, and a overcast day is best in my opinion since sunny days can cause bad highlights in waterfalls because of the shutter speed you need to use. The key to getting that silky smooth moving water effect requires a longer shutter speed of 1 - 2 seconds or what i used in this shot of 1/3 of a second.

So here's the basic set-up i used with my D90 to get this shot. I put on my Tamron 17-50mm 2.8 lens and a Hoya Polarizer filter and mounted the D90 on my tripod. I then found a good vantage spot in the water were i didn't get to wet (thanks to gore-tex boots) and set the camera to manual exposure. I set my aperture to F/10 and the shutter speed to 1/3 of a second to get that silky smooth moving water effect i was looking for and started shooting away with my remote release and that was basically it! Everything else on the D90 was standard.

I hope you get a chance to photography some waterfalls this way because it's pretty darn fun and easy! For more advanced techniques on shooting waterfalls here's a good web site you might like.

http://digital-photography-school.com/waterfall-digital-photography

The Nikon D90 Companion Book!

Another D90 book by Author Ben Long that might interest you! It's not out yet but you can per-order for $16.49!

Through easy-to-follow lessons, this handy book offers a complete class on digital photography, tailored specifically for people who use the Nikon D90. This is not your typical camera guide: rather than just show you what all the buttons do, it teaches you how to use the D90's features to make great photographs-including professional-looking images of people, landscapes, action shots, close-ups, night shots, HD video, and more. With Ben Long's creative tips and technical advice, you have the perfect, camera-bag-friendly reference that will help you capture stunning pictures anywhere, anytime.

The Nikon D90 Companion will show you how to:

Take creative control and go beyond automatic settings
Learn the basic rules of composition
Capture decisive moments, including fast-moving objects
Discover ways to use a flash indoors and outdoors
Learn about different lenses, and the best time to use them
Understand the options for shooting RAW, and whether it's right for you
Use the D90's ability to shoot high definition video

Check it out Here

Nikon D90 GPS - The GP-1 Unit!

GP-1 GPS Unit, Geotag your images! Geotags can be added to your images so you can record latitude, longitude, altitude and time information.

Not sure if this is for everyone but it's definitely cool! If your into geo-tagging then you might want to read more about this over at Digital Review

Amazon sells them here for $239

Understanding Exposure - Great Book for all Nikon D90 Owners!

This is a great book on understanding Exposure! I have read mine a few times and always refer back to it ever so often, When i first started my photography hobby everyone i talked to said I have to read this book so i finally ordered it and have learned a lot of good stuff from it. It's a very highly acclaimed book from all the great reviews and i can see why.

Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition) (Paperback)

For serious amateur photographers who already shoot perfectly focused, accurately exposed images but want to be more creative with a camera, here’s the book to consult. More than seventy techniques, both popular and less-familiar approaches, are covered in detail, including advanced exposure, bounced flash and candlelight, infrared, multiple images, soft-focus effects, unusual vantage points, zooming, and other carefully chosen ways to enhance photographs. The A-Z format make sit easy for readers to find a specific technique, and each one is explained in jargon-free language. Top Tips for each technique help readers achieve superb results, even on the first attempt.

You can have a look inside the book here, check it out!

Understanding Histograms on your Nikon D90!

Possibly the most useful tool available in digital photography is the histogram. It could also well be the least understood. In this article we will look at what a camera histogram tells the photographer and how best to utilize that information.

Virtually every digital camera, from the simplest point-and-shoot to the most sophisticated digital SLR has the ability to display a histogram directly, or more usually superimposed upon the image just taken. (The Hasselblad H1, the latest generation of film & digital capable cameras, can display a histogram on the camera grip’s LCD while the image is separately displayed on the digital back’s LCD.) On most cameras though the histogram display takes place on the rear LCD screen, and most cameras can be programmed to do this both on the image that is displayed immediately after a shot is taken, or later when frames are being reviewed.

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