New Macro Lens

October 20, 2023October 20, 2023Chris and Carol 2 Comments

I just received a new lens to try from 7Artisans. It’s not technically sold as a macro lens but is capable of a 1:1 life-size capture. Here is one of my first test images.

Fujifilm X-T2 with 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 II lens. Christmas cactus blossom.

A bit closer to full macro. I believe I shot this around f8. My depth of field was extremely narrow.

Closer still. Only a few of the yellow stamen are in focus. Closest focus is 175mm.

The full name of the lens – 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 II APS-C manual focus, prime lens. It uses Hoya ultra-low dispersion glass. 11 Elements in 8 Groups

Short telephoto prime is designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 90mm equivalent focal length.

Life-size 1:1 maximum magnification pairs with a 6.9″ minimum focusing distance to suit working with close-up subjects.

Manual focus design, along with focus distance and depth of field scales, aids in precise focusing control.

Floating elements design maintains consistent image quality and high sharpness throughout the focusing range.

A 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

De-clicked aperture ring offers smooth, silent rotation throughout the aperture range, making it ideal for video applications.

I purchased mine directly from an eBay seller in China and paid a comfortable $146 for it with free shipping. It’s a compact and well-built lens with a super smooth focus. Remember to get the upgraded Mark II V2 model.

Metal and optical glass – feels like a much more expensive lens.

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Happy SUNday!

October 15, 2023October 15, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Another early Christmas Cactus blossom.

One of our favorites to grow in our window garden.

Wishing everyone a wonderful and peaceful Sunday. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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wordless wednesday

October 4, 2023October 4, 2023Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 20.1 MP digital “bridge” camera (2014). Super CCD sensor.

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wordless wednesday

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

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Nikon Coolpix P90 – time to pass it along

April 22, 2023April 23, 2023Chris and Carol 4 Comments

As the title implies I’m selling a favorite camera that I’ve used on and off over the years. The Nikon Coolpix P90 12-megapixel bridge camera with a very powerful (and sharp) Nikkor 24x optical zoom lens. It’s served me well and hopefully, someone else will want to give it a new home.

Sharp Nikkor 24x Optical Zoom ED VR lens (26mm to 624mm 35mm equivalent).

King of his rock! ISO 64, f5.6, 1/329, at 59.9mm. Handheld with no post-production. As captured.

Bald cypress early Spring cone. I usually don’t see cones on such a young tree (about 4 years old). Macro setting f3.2 at 4.6mm.

CCD sensors produce film-like images. Again, no post-production.

To get an idea of how powerful the zoom is. These two images were taken at full wide angle and then full telephoto.

The camera can close focus down to within 1 cm of the front lens element!

Amazing 24x Optical Wide-Angle (26-624mm) Zoom-NIKKOR ED Glass Lens – quality optics provide exceptional images. The lens is built on a proud heritage of producing precision camera optics that deliver superb color and razor-sharp results. This amazing lens offers unbeatable compositional freedom with its wide-angle (26mm) to super telephoto coverage (624mm). Sweeping landscapes can be captured as well as zoomed-in close-ups of the action taking place on the baseball or soccer field!

4-Way VR Image Stabilization:

Nikon’s Optical VR Image Stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake by moving the image sensor. This produces clearer, sharper results in lower lighting or unsteady conditions.
Motion Detection automatically detects moving subjects and adjusts the shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for camera shake and subject movement.
High ISO 6400 capability gives you sharper results when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects. This creates new opportunities to take sharper, more natural-looking photos in lower light conditions. ISO 3200 and 6400 are available at 3MP or lower resolution.
Nikon’s original Best Shot Selector (BSS) automatically takes up to 10 shots while the shutter is pressed and then saves the sharpest image.

Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and Manual Exposure Modes give you ultimate control over your pictures. The D-SLR-type mode dial on the top of the camera provides quick access to greater personal and creative control. Now, you can adjust the camera’s settings for any type of light conditions and get as creative as you want!

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color riot!

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Fujifilm X-T2 with Fujifilm XF 18-55mm f2.8-4 R LM OIS lens. Velvia Vivid film simulation.

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Early Spring blossoms

February 27, 2023February 27, 2023Chris and Carol 4 Comments

All images are taken with my Canon EOS R mirrorless camera with a Canon RF 70-200mm f4 L IS USM lens.

Large azalea blossoms (about 4 inches across).

Bald cypress needles (first week’s growth).

I just love to do a walkabout around the yard this time of year. The colors are so soothing. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2022December 25, 2022Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Christmas cactus on Christmas. ISO 160, at 200mm, f7.1, 1/200

Canon EOS R with Canon RF 70-200mm f4 L IS USM lens.

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Happy SUNday!

December 18, 2022December 18, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

More Christmas cactus

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Christmas Cactus 2022

December 15, 2022December 15, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Taken with my Fujifilm X-T2

Fujifilm Classic Chrome film sim. f10, 1/60, at ISO2500

If you look really close at the stigma you’ll see a tiny red heart (natural). I’m enjoying using my new to me Fujifilm X-T2 at 24.3MP APS-C X-TRANS CMOS III sensor I have a Canon EOS R at 30.3MP full-frame. So far for flowers, I like the slight softness of the Fuji. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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New Macro Lens

Happy SUNday!

wordless wednesday

wordless wednesday

Nikon Coolpix P90 – time to pass it along

color riot!

Early Spring blossoms

Merry Christmas!

Happy SUNday!

Christmas Cactus 2022