Anything Macro Related?

[ifly223]

Well, like the sign says anything Macro related. Picked up my Nikon R1C1 Flash Kit and Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR Micro today at the Nikon Store at Yongsan. Problem is they have a Nikon D700 with battery grip for 2.8 million Won ($2,400 US). I talked myself into it; gonna go back and get it along with the Nikon 24-70 2.8 tomorrow.LOL I didn't punish my debit card enough today I guess.he he Thats what happens when your replacement debit card doesn't come for three months and you cant spend money.LOL
I apologize for the pics, they were taken with my POS P&S cam.

[Daniel Bates]

I like this. I like this very much. That flash is sexy!

I keep meaning to go to that store, but I haven't found the time yet.

[ifly223]

Originally Posted by Daniel Bates

I like this. I like this very much. That flash is sexy!

I keep meaning to go to that store, but I haven't found the time yet.

Better get a move on XO, you know we have a four day weekend. Gotta find the time in there somewhere.

[TheFantasticG]

Jumping from the D5100 to the D700? Helluva move. That must be some hole in your pocket that money is burning lulz.

[ifly223]

Originally Posted by TheFantasticG

Jumping from the D5100 to the D700? Helluva move. That must be some hole in your pocket that money is burning lulz.

48 years old, never been married or had kids, no bills to pay, gotta give it to someone.LOL The Army pays for everything else. It's a lonely life I have here at my age serving with kids less than half my age. As far as the hole burning, it's a fire that I dont want to go out. : )

[TheFantasticG]

When you said what you purchased today, and then purchasing tomorrow, I assumed immediately that you weren't married. lulz

[Daniel Bates]

James, I think you can change your signature now...

[Kenj8246]

That's a nice looking rig, James. I think you'll evenutally want to cobble together some diffusers of some sort for that R1C1. For starters, you might try out the closeup adapters that are part of the kit. They'll get the light a LOT closer to the axis of the lens. The D700 and 24-70 should be an excellent combination. If you decide to use the FX on that macro lens, just remember you'll lose some of the 'get close' of the 105...D700 being full-frame and all. Still should be an excellent portrait lens on the FX, however. Congrats on the new toys and let's see some shots.

[TheFantasticG]

Originally Posted by Kenj8246

I think you'll evenutally want to cobble together some diffusers of some sort for that R1C1.

You are so right on that. I ended up using the clear holder that you put the Nikon diffusers on, but I put three layers of Scotch 3M semi-clear tape on them. They've been perfect for most situations. I found those stock diffusers block too much light if you dont' have it perfectly aimed for the distance the insect is from the lens.

[Hardrock]

Very nice setup! To bad its not Canon ;)! Jk Congrats on the new gear.

[james.d53]

Lovin the D700 and you'll love it too!

[auddii]

Guess you have no more excuse for taking those crappy macro photos

Argh, now with real gear I'm going to be crying every time you post.

[ifly223]

Originally Posted by auddii

Guess you have no more excuse for taking those crappy macro photos

Argh, now with real gear I'm going to be crying every time you post.

Dont worry Audrey, i'm a nice guy, when I come back to the states i'll share. You can play to. : )

[auddii]

Originally Posted by ifly223

Dont worry Audrey, i'm a nice guy, when I come back to the states i'll share. You can play to. : )

I'll take you up on that, but that would require you to come back at some point. Mark it on your calendar.