Op veler verzoek willen we substantieel meer aandacht gaan besteden aan het bespreken van fotomateriaal. We doen dit aan het begin van iedere avond, tijdens het koffiedrinken. Neem in principe alleen eigen materiaal mee, in presenteerbaar formaat (liefst 13 x 18 cm.), danwel een foto die je zeer heeft getroffen in boek, tijdschrift, krant etc.

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De data 28 mei, 11 en 25 juni zijn nog nader in te vullen door de commissie.

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Just as a neck strap keeps a camera attached to your neck, the Nikon AH-4 Leather Hand Grip keeps a camera attached to your hand.
 
A neck strap has a tendency to get in the way when it is not actively being used - and can even be the cause of a dropped camera if the strap catches on something unexpectedly. If you are going to be primarily holding the camera in your hand, it may make more sense to use a hand strap. The hand strap helps control and support the camera - and helps prevent it from falling to the ground.
 
The quality of the Nikon AH-4 Leather Hand Grip is very nice. It is priced accordingly - somewhat high.
 
Unlike the Canon E-1 Handstrap, the AH-4 includes a camera body plate adapter that threads into the tripod mount on the camera body. The adapter includes a tripod thread of its own. This attachment method allows the AH-4 to be mounted on camera bodies with and without battery/vertical/portrait grips. In addition, the body plate allows one side of a neck strap to be attached. Since the hand strap utilizes one of the neck strap attachment points, this feature allows both straps to be attached simultaneously.
 
When attached to a full-size pro body such as my 1Ds Mark II (as seen in the picture above), there is only a small amount of excess attachment strap length - it works great. When attached to a smaller body such as a Canon 30D, there is far more excess strap. In this case, the excess strap wraps back around the hand strap and hook & loop attaches to the other side. Good solution again.
 
The AH-4 provides excellent support with its solid 3-way strap covered by nice grade soft leather. The lower left attachment quickly releases to allow easy in and out of the hand strap. The Nikon AH-4 Leather Hand Grip is a much nicer solution than Canon's E-1 Handstrap. If you are going to be using a hand strap much, the AH-4 deserves your attention.

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One of the most widely used autofocus lenses in all of photography. Fast enough for shooting in just about any type of light. Distortion-free images with superb resolution and color rendition. Weighs only 9.0 ounces. An ideal first lens, perfect for full-length portraits, travel photography or any type of available-light shooting. Accepts 52mm filters; HR-2 lens hood.

From KenRockwell.com

Introduction:
This once-classic lens is now made in China since about the year 2000. Of course all the earlier ones were made in Japan. The glass is still glass and the mount is still metal and it still performs as well as ever. The outside and filter threads are plastic. As you can read at my 50mm lens comparison, optically these lenses are unchanged over the decades. I just broke down and bought one for myself in October 2007 so I can really test it and the other 50mm lenses when my D3 arives.

Specifications:
This lens has seven elements in six groups.
It focuses down to 0.45 meters or 1.5 feet.
It takes 52mm filters and the HR-2 hood.
It weighs only 9 oz or 260g.
It's 2.5" (63mm) around by 1.7" (43mm) long.
It has a seven-bladed diaphragm and stops down to f/16.

Performance:
AF action is fast! One full turn of the AF screw focuses the lens from infinity to 6.'
It seems to have less barrel distortion than the Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 manual lenses. I'll have to check it out in more detail when my D3 arrives.

Recommendations:
This is a great lens. It's one of the sharpest and fastest lenses made by Nikon, and it's reasonably priced.
The f/1.8 has the same image quality. Unlike the 85mm f/1.8 vs. f/1.4 question (where the f/1.4 costs three times as much and is made three times as solidly) I see no such difference in these 50mm lenses.

Random Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D AF Samples from 10280 available Photos:
More @pbase.com/cameras/nikon

Nikon 50mm Lens Comparison @KenRockwell.com
Nikon AF-D 50mm F/1.4, Nederlands more @kamera-express.nl

In 1996 Tokina created a new class of telephoto lens when it introduced the original AT-X 840 AF. This was the smallest lens available that had a bright f/5.6 aperture at 400mm. Now Tokina is recreating the lens for the digital age.

Still the smallest SLR lens available that zooms to 400mm, the AT-X 840 AF D has a smooth and quick internal focusing system that means the all-metal inner barrel that houses the heaviest glass elements does not have to rotate when the lens focuses, making it much faster than the previous models.
Optically, the AT-X840 AF D has new multi-coatings applied to the elements that are formulated to compensate of the highly reflective CCD and CMOS sensors in today's Digital SLR cameras. The new multi-coating greatly reduces the chance of internal flare or ghost reflections.
A built-in tripod collar makes for a well-balanced camera/lens combination when using a tripod or monopod. For best results, Tokina always recommends using a tripod or monopod with telephoto lenses.

Tokina kept ease of use in mind with the new AT-X 840 AF D. A new lens hood with the a PL Assist spring loaded thumb wheel allows a circular polarizer or special effects filter to be rotated while the lens hood is in place. No more removing the hood to change the position of the filter.
Nikon enthusiasts looking to purchase an AF lens in this focal length (which competes with the Nikon 80-400 f4.5-5.6 VR) should give careful consideration to buying this lens.

This lens from Tokina, a member of their ATX series of optics, is a very good (and MUCH less expensive) alternative to the Nikon lens of the same focal length and speed. Two of the more significant differences are cost (the Tokina costs approx. 1/3 of the Nikon) and Tokina's lack of a "vibration reduction" feature.

For those buying in this market segment, let me offer my observations and humble recommendations. First, if one can afford the Nikon, by all means, BUY IT! For the rest of us, there is a less expensive alternative that offers most of the features at less than half the cost.

With the right focal length range for distance (think wildlife and sports), this lens is unusual for being about the only 80-400mm zoom that isn't image-stabilized.That makes it much less expensive. If you're on a limited budget and want a sharp, well-built, tele zoom, give this lens a look, especially if you're a big filter fan. With all-metal construction and a heavy, rugged feel, the Tokina AT-X 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 AF D has a nonremovable tripod collar and a zoom lock that holds it at its most compact size for transport.

MANUFACTURING QUALITY:
The Nikon lens is without a doubt, the world class quality product we all expect it to be. The autofocus is extremely quick and the optics unequaled. However, the lens is LARGE and that may be a significant reason for the need for and the addition of the VR feature. This feature, whose only real purpose is to minimize vibration and the accompanying blurriness in prints, is almost certainly the result of the large overall size and weight of the lens. The girth of the barrel, combined with the length at 400mm make this lens difficult to hand-hold. Thus, the need for the feature. It's almost a Catch-22 situation.

The manufacturing quality of the Tokina variant is also high and the barrel makes maximum use of hi-tensile strength composite and polycarbonate material. The lens mount is stainless steel and the lens includes a lightweight, cast aluminum tripod mount. The lens body itself is smaller and lighter (it weighs 33.3 oz.)than its Nikon competitor. The Nikon VR offering weighs in at 42.7 ounces without the tripod mount and 47.9 oz. with one attached. Thus, Nikon's offering comes in at just under 3 pounds whereas the Tokina lens comes out of the box a hair over 2 pounds.

I was able to handhold this lens and shoot effectively at all focal lengths from the minimum 80mm through full extension at 400mm. Tokina provides a full bayonet mount lens hood for customers at the time of purchase. The tripod mount attaches easily to all makes and brands of photo tripods.
Lens construction for the Tokina is 16 elements in 10 groups and the front barrel takes 72mm filters. The Nikon VR lens construction is 17 elements in 11 groups and requires 77 mm filters.

The Tokina lens holds f5.6 through 400 mm which means Nikon users will not lose AF capability at full barrel extension. The optics include a flare-cutting mechanism and when coupled with the hood, this feature reduces glare and flare significantly. Overall length has been reduced from preceding generations of this lens and the unextended length is 5.3" (136 mm).
Although I am not an optical engineer or designer, I would venture the opinion that the lighter weight and shorter barrel length on the Tokina offering minimizes (if not altoghter elminates) the need for a VR feature in this product. Nikon retains the advantage in closest focusing point; their 80-400 focuses at 7.5 feet (2.3 meters) whereas Tokina focuses at 8.2 feet (2.5 meters).

OPTICAL QUALITY:
I would be lying if I did not admit that Nikon's lens has superior optics. That is to be expected and demanded in a lens of this cost and technological complexity and advantage. However, the Tokina lens, which costs significantly less, is no slouch either. In my usage, there was little noticeable degradation of image quality, I noticed no enlargement or distortion or pixellation and the only noticeable softness occurred in very low light with low to medium speed film. What softness there was (and it was minimal) was restricted to the outer edges of the print.

OVERALL IMPRESSIONS:
This is a very acceptable and viable alternative to the Nikon 80-400 VR lens that typically costs $1,500. Here at epinions.com, the lowest quoted price was $429.00 and where I live in NJ, the lens is routinely available for $469.00. To make this lens even more attractive to buyers, Tokina is currently offering (thru 12/31/02) a $40.00 rebate on this lens. That means a lens with almost the same level of optical quality as the far more expensive Nikon can be had for 1/3 of the cost and 2/3 of the weight.

Given its modest pricing, the capability of this lens offers a wide degree of photographic range and could be called several lenses in one. If a buyer has a need for a lens of this "reach" but doesn't have the checkbook to prevent investing his 401K with Nikon, then this is a very acceptable substitute. This is a lens that is within the price and use range of most dedicated amateurs, while the Nikon offering on its face, seems to be marketed to dedicated professionals and others whose use of the lens will pay for it.

It should also be noted that at this time, only Nikon and Tokina offer a lens in this focal length. Neither Tamron nor Sigma do so. During my limited involvement with AF cameras and lenses, I have concluded that in most cases where it offers a directly competitive lens, that Tokina presents a viable and less costly alternative to the OEM camera/lens manufacturer. Tokina lenses show an across the board high level of quality with optics that are only surpassed by those from Nikon and Canon.

I have yet to be disappointed by the Tokina lenses I have owned and used and in those cases where the Nikon lenses were completely out of reach for me financially, I can honestly say that I have not regretted buying the more affordable third party Tokina lens.
To be sure, I would have loved to have the Nikon 80-400 VR, but its cost (and weight) compelled me to look elsewhere. The Tokina offering was more in line with what I could afford and would be willing to carry on my back or around my neck. And the Tokina left me money with which to buy other lenses. That is what made this such a great bargain and viable candidate to fill my needs.

Specifications:
Mount availability: Canon EOS, Nikon-D
Focal length: 80 to 400mm
Maximum aperture: f/4.5-5.6  
Minimum aperture: f/32
Optical construction: 16 elements in 10 groups
SD glass: One elements
Coatings: Multi-layer
Angle of view: 29° 50’ to 6°13’
Minimum focus distance: 2.5m (8.2 ft.)
Reproduction ratio: 1: 5.4
Zooming system: Rotary type
Number of diaphragm blades: 8
Filter size:  72mm
Maximum outer diameter: 77.2mm (3.0in.)
Dimensions: 3.1 in. (79mm) X 136.5 mm (5.4in.)
Weight: 1020 g (35.9 oz..)
Lens Hood BH-725
Availability:  June, 2006

Compatible With :
Canon EOS 5D
Canon EOS Rebel K2
Kodak DCS Pro SLR/n
Nikon D2XS
Nikon D50
Nikon D70s
Canon EOS 30D
Canon EOS 20D
Kodak DCS Pro SLR/c
Nikon D2Hs
Nikon D80
Canon EOS Rebel T2
Nikon D200
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS-1V/1VHS
Canon EOS-3
Nikon D40x
Fujifilm IS Pro
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III
Nikon D40
Fujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
Canon EOS 1D Mark II N
Nikon D300
Nikon D3
Nikon D3
Nikon D300
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi
Canon EOS-1Ds
Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Canon EOS 40D
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark II
Canon EOS 40D
Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro UVIR
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT

Sample photo's:
More @pbase.com/cameras/tokina

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Creative EP-630. This is an absolute surprise, and a real killer! Good sound for only €29!

Sure, it does not have the grandeur of a Sennheiser HD-650, or the refinement of the Etymotics ER-4S, but this is a very musical headphone. It has a good spatial field, quite some bass (a little bit too much), fierce treble but never any sibilance. And most important, quite some energy in the mid, the area where most of the musjc and its drive is situated.

This is a perfect travel companion. Highly recommended!

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Het Multi-power battery pack MB-D80 biedt door zijn ergonomische vormgeving extra stabiliteit en mogelijkheden bij het verticaal fotograferen.

Het battery pack wordt gevoed door zes AA-formaat batterijen* of één of twee EN-EL3e batterijen.
Bovendien heeft de MB-D80 een extra instelschijf, een AE-L/AF-L knop en een ontspanknop.

Maakt circa 2500 opnamen op 1 EN-EL3e, en circa 5000 opnamen op 2 EN-EL3e batterijen.

Note:
Compatible met AA-formaat alkaline, Ni-MH, lithium en nikkel-mangaan batterijen.

Meer informatie:
nikon.nl, kamera-express.nl en fotokonijnenberg.nl

Lichtnetadapter voor uw digitale Nikon-camera. De lichtnetadapter zorgt voor een continue

stroomvoorziening voor uw camera.

Specificaties:

• AC 100 - 240VAC, 50/60hz
• Afmetingen (BxDxH): Circa 60x110x31mm
• Lengte van voedingskabel: Circa 1,8m
• Lengte van DC-kabel: Circa 2m
• Gewicht: Circa 255g
• ModelNikon D50,D70,D70S,D80 en de D100

Note:
Een "must have" Voor studiowerk en wanneer je zelf de CCD wilt schoonmaken (noodzakelijk voor mirror-lock functie).

Meer informatie:
nikon.nl, kamera-express.nl en fotokonijnenberg.nl