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anyone figure out how to capture compass headings on pics and review them..

The top of my Christmas wishlist from Nikon would be a Z-mount version of the 180-400 f/4 with built-in 1.4TC. That would greatly simplify any decision regarding which wildlife-specific lens I should buy!

24-120 is a fantastic lens! 😎👍

How the 600 + 1.4 compares to the 400 + 2.0??

400 4.5 / 500 pf 5.6 / 600 6.3 which one you recommend for wildlife and small birds?

Great, concise update. What viewfinder eyecup are you using? Is it rotating for left-eye dominant folks like me? Thanks!

Thank you for the update. Could you please let me know what the make / model of the bottom plate your wife is using on her Z9. I like the idea of being able to attach the Peak anchor's there. Thank you!

I’m another fan of not buying tripods with center columns. I’ve bought them with the column but never use them. I make sure the height of the tripod is eye level without ball head and camera.

You need to buy the right height tripod for your eye WITHOUT a center column. They are a point of weakness and instability. Get a tripod from a company like leofoto who have plenty of choices for high angle shooting or if you want to spend more for NO reason get a Really Right Stuff. Just my opinion don't ask me how I know this to be true. Leofoto LMP-324CL. This tripod is a dream come true for me. I urge you to take a look at these tripods. So much better. I used to shoot on a top of the line Sirui. Try one and tell me that I am wrong.

Hello! Congrats and appreciate the purchase of the Leofoto monopod. I have to say, I will be surprised if it does not work out for You. Of course only You can judge that for yourself. B&H of course will take care of You, but buying direct from Leofoto affords One a generous return policy, as well as Stellar Customer Support. Looking forward to the footage from the ReoLink. The Hummers in my area are pretty much migrated on. I will miss them! Always enjoy your footage, but the two clips of ‘Rocky,’ were great! Loved it! Enjoyed the birds as well. Take care and looking forward to your feedback on the Monopod. A ,or of people seem to ‘brush off’ the use of a monopod, but it can be very versatile, and you touched on a few things here. I have used one at chest height for added stability, and of course, if contact with the ground as intended, can work very well, especially with longer lenses, in lees light conditions. Stay safe!

I still use a older (maybe 25 year old) Manfrotto Monopod (AL). I keep it in my truck with me also since I mostly just use it when I am out in the field and not necessarily at home. That LeoFoto one looks nice. LeoFoto makes some great Tripods and I am very happy with my LS-Ranger series that I use.

I have both lenses, I am KEEPING both :D

Matt Shannon just did a tour across the pond from you with the 400 4.5 and 1,4 tele. Still a lighter setup than the 180-600. th-cam.com/video/60UAVwlB8Mg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=3TA72F5Zeouuo_YH

How about a deeper discussion on why you would bring both the 100-400mm zoom and the 400mm f/4.5? The difference in speed is minimal between the two, seems like unnecessary overlap in lenses.

Good master thank you 👍🙏

Thanks for showing your RV! If you do decide to sell her please let me know! Have a 1973 Brave that I may eventually graduate from in a few years so I can do longer trips to National Parks.

did you end up getting a new xs20? i also her the hissing sound on a brand-new xs20. please let me know your thoughts or any new info you might have stumbled upon

Great location! Is this shot with your GoProHero12 ?

I have a Synology NAS. It was a great addition to my storage problems.

It's Sunday!

Both are right on lens selection. As you both have different shooting needs. On your NAS I take it she went with raid 0 witch has no redundancy.

Steller jays are so beautiful - love this setup!

The fully-articulated monitor has at least two advantages over the Z8 monitor: It folds inward against the camera back for screen protection and its more flexible for those of us who primarily shoot in portrait mode, high and low angle.

really cool

Good Evening! Congrats on the Leofoto, and appreciate your support. You can buy direct from Leofoto USA, and we offer discounts quite frequently. The MT-02 is a good unit, but You might look into one of the beefier table top models, as they will support heavier rigs, and be more stable out in the wilds. I had a feeling You would part with the 24-200. I suspect You will be looking into one of the newer mega zooms that have been released recently? Ron Durant is a good photographer and a stand up guy. I am Subscribed to his Channel also. I like to see fellow Photographers support each other. 😊 Loved the footage at the end. You will have to do a follow up on how the little Leofoto performs for you! Happy Shooting!

Admitting your addiction to Tripods is the first step to recovery. 😊. Thanks for the shout out.

It's only Tuesday!

What in the hell did i just watch? Title is completely misleading, you're reading from a piece of paper and can't even memorize a simple X100 VI, 5 minutes talk about 6 vs VI ... don't have anything in hand to showcase for it and mentions ZF but shows pics from different thing altogether... The problem is that technology evolved but camera world stuck 10years behind and the people who owns them 20years behind that. I had X100VI and returned it, the problem is not bashing X100VI but the fact that this video was one of the non-content things that i've watched in YT history...

How have you liked it (or not liked it) since posting this?

I went with the DJI Action cameras. I have two of them. They do get hot 4k/30 but never have them shut down. I have filmed for over almost an hour at a time over at my other channel. www.TH-cam.com/@windrocktv.

The 24-200 was my first Z lens as I when I went mirrorless I was coming from a 28-300, nifty 50 and a few wide Rokinon primes with my D750. It took some getting use to with f6.3 as my 28-300 was f5.6 on the long end but no IBIS. So I think that's where Nikon were trying to get with a lot of former 5.6 lenses now 6.3. Overall it is still my go to travel lens along with my 28-75. I can't really justify the 70-200 with all the weight lugging that around whilst traveling. I was tempted to go with the 24-120 but I got way too much overlap in that department.

Hello there! Yes, I believe You have experienced and summed up what most people have experienced with the 24-200 lens. It is a good all rounder, and my copy ( purchased from NIKON USA Refurbished ) works Ok on my Z7. I have not tried it on Video, and I would say it does not have the best VR, compared to the other lenses You mentioned. It does alright on Stills, but it is a budget friendly lens, and my main issue with it is the ‘loose/sloppy’ if you will, Control ring. I happen to like the Control ring aspect of these new Z lenses, but this one is too easy to move, on the 24-200. There have been good reviews of the lens, but also some really bad reviews. I have and use the regular Z28mm f/2.8 lens and it does make for a svelte setup on my Z7, and whilst not a tack sharp lens, it does have character. Huge difference between the handheld video clips, and the one on the tripod, which was very good. Mr Bunny was very clear, and especially considering it was in DX crop. ENJOYED the footage at the end. Loved it when the ‘Rocky’ dropped one of his peanuts, and looked down over the railing! Whatever ‘spooked’ the crow made the Rocky in background flee as well. Great stuff! That crow appeared to be rather large. he was thinking, “I can just carry that GoPro right off into the Wild Blue Yonder!” 😯 😂 Enjoy your Labor Day weekend. Youre so lucky to live in a great area, and close to Kenmore Camera!

Grows are great...very, very intelligent. Thanks for sharing.

Having trouble with the "math" here. With the DX lens on the FX Z8 body, I know the image resolution is reduced, but are you seeing the same zoom range? My current thought is that it would still be a 12-28mm focal range that you see through the viewfinder, just producing a 19mp image rather than 45.7.

thank you for the effort and sharing. really interesting. really helpful. thumbs up.

Which vendor grip did you purchase for the Zf ? That has been my " hill that I cant get over". I like the grips on the D850 and the Z series.

Have you considered straying from Nikon Lenses a little and trying something like a Viltrox? Love the tractor clip. I left GoPro several years ago. I am fully vested currently in DJI Osmo Action 3 and Action 4. I think they are superior to GoPro. I have several video's on my www.youtube.com/@WindrockTV channel with the DJI Action Camera's. And I am waiting on the next Mirrorless APS-c from Nikon. I have a Z50 used from MPB that i am playing around with and still not sure if I will do the conversion to Infrared or not.

Thats the reaason why I never bought the Fab Zf = Sd Cards and I dont do Video

Question, what would you replace the 28 2.8 with for better image quality? Thanks

Great footage! LUV me some ‘Rockies!’ Interesting little critters indeed! Those Birds were real fast! Camera seemed to do really well.

Nice shot! Love the sweetie at the end, so cute!

Always enjoy your episodes. Keep it up.

Doesn’t know his ass from his elbow.

600pf is sharper than the 400 f4.5 with 1.4tc attached. If your using a Teleconverter 50% of the time or more) you needed the longer lens... hence why the 600pf exists

Do you happen to know specifically what model the Shimoda bag is?

The 35 1.8 is the best bargain in lenses of all time

The size of the Plena !!! OMG !!!😯

I found a used Canon adaptor to EF mount and have the original 50mm lens on a DSLR. I will compare the difference. I also have the original Nikon nifty 50mm lens that I will try on my Nikon D70s. It is not always convenient to walk forward or backwards to get a shot. I do use a 24mm prime for performers in costume for record shots where I have the full theater floor to move about.

I enjoyed this I am looking for more activities in Retirement

I have a Z8, and I'd rather put my money into the 100 to 400 right now cause I primarily take action surf shots. However, I do like to take wide-angle scenery shots of the beach, landscapes, and sunsets. This lens is soooo much less expensive. I'll be using a tripod and can easily move backward for more of the picture to be in the frame. I believe, oh, an FX, would be cut down to an 18 MM. I do have the standard 24 to 120mm now. Would you say this would be fine for more recreational use till I save up for the 14 to 24 FX lens?