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Both the D700 and the D300 have interchangeable focussing screens, so I installed a split image screen in both of these cameras and so they work great on my old film lenses which I chipped with dandelion chips so they communicate with the cameras and don’t have to program them in every time. 12 megs is more than enough resolution for 2’x3’ prints. It focuses really good in low light even better than my Z5 which hunts in low light. The Z6 is apparently better in this regard. I always enjoy your banter and your reviews are great as well. Regards Gerry

Recently, I saw a photographer/youtuber setting the Nikon Z f to program Iso, shutter speed, etc, while you mentioned you barely use the dials; this photographer set the front buttons and one on the back for Iso, apertures and exposure! Also, I saw another video where the photographer was using the viewsceeen as commands and shootings while his eyes on the viewfinder! I think the importance is to configure the camera in accordance to photographer's needs

Double duty with the Fuji GFX: this is an awesome lens. Sorry to hear that you sold it.

I just got the 70-200 F2.8 and I love it !!

Hello Vaha. Apologies in advance if this has been asked or I missed the answer, but as a Z6II owner myself, how does the 35mm 1.4g focus on your Z6 using the adapter? Is it as fast as on a native F mount body? I do not shoot video so I'm only worried about the AF for photography. I am thinking of getting the 35mm 1.4g instead of the newer Z version, so I can use it on older Nikon bodies as well. Many thanks.

Absolutely fantastic photographer, if you like he’s stuff take a look at the film doc war photographer with James Nachtway. And shooting Robert King, there fantastic

Excellent pictures, thanks a lot. I like the lens because it's so compact (ideal for travelling), the 35mm f/1.4. lenses (MF or AF-S) are bigger and heavier.

Love the channel. Love and still use a D700. A unique sensor. Love shooting in fog. However, this 🇨🇦 cannot agree that 0C is cold 😉

Got this coming in the mail! I’m so excited!

Where did you find the used z 400 2.8 lens for 2800???

Perfect foggy day! Thanks for the video trip.

Which camera for wildlife photography z6ii or z7ii?

Which camera for wildlife photography z6ii or z7ii?

The Nikon 105 F 1.4 is on my list. I own the Nikon 85 F1. 8 F Mount lens.

I have a D700 and recently bought and sold my used D800 and D810. I found thaem either slow, or hit and miss with focus and colour rendition. Always test shots. Picked up the D700 and its no nonense-set up, shoot and you get the shot. Was showing family and friens holiday and other photos-it was the D700 photos that were liked the most.

у вас 1.2 диафрагма вы снимаете кадры на сцене) где есть освещение ОТКУДА такие ШУМЫ на фотографиях? у вас 102 000 ISO стоит чтоли в настройках

Good and useful video 😊 BUT !!... I always get irritated when people talk about how cameras are now better in high isos and therefore make bright apertures unnecessary... 🤪🔨 Wide apertures' main benefit is depth of field! And it's true in ALL lighting conditions! Hence why an F/1.8 will always be useful, even in daylight. And contrary to what legend has it, even more so for wide angles where, by nature of their usual scenarios, it is more difficult to blur background and foreground 😎

I love your calm and soothing narration. The photos are wonderful!

really enjoying the D700 coverage! thank you!

I was out with my D700 and ZF as well today, out and about the streets of Hong Kong.

nice phtos with nice combo. 35mm f2d, great microcontrast and good minimum focus distance. d700, unique color science. didn't try them in fog though. your experiment with these classic gears is inspiring.

There’s something relaxing about being out early in the fog, when no one else is around. Great vid & images, thanks & happy 2025! 😎📷

Very brave to go out in that cold. It paid off though as you got some really decent shots. Well done.

Camera strap goes around your neck first rule I was taught in 1962 never dropped a camera both hands on the camera the camera to the eye to get proper framing elbows tucked in to your side to keep away any shake

So beautiful! the photo at 9:10 is exceptionnal! Fog photos are so special - where I live we don't have any fog so when I go to a foggy place, I try to take as many photos as I can. In the UK, this is less of a problem ;-)

Hi Russ, another enjoyable video ... thanks for sharing another grand day out. Always reassuring to see that you don't need the most up to date gear to get good images ... so easy to get zoned into GAS.

Amazing images and the fog really can add a whole new dimension to photography by enhancing a scene and injecting some intrigue. Question... The aperture of the 35mm F2 D lens can be locked down and you can use the D700 to set aperture, but I noticed that you unlock the aperture and adjust it manually on the lens itself. Is this because you prefer to change it that way, or do you have a different reason? I don't think it makes a difference if you set it in camera or on the lens itself, correct? I'm looking forward to the shots of the snow and I hope you maybe visit this same location so we can see the difference between snow and fog. Just remember to wear the correct shoes next time. Boots would probably be better!

Great video. Very enjoyable. Looks cold!!!!

Speaking of 35. I see alot of youtubers claim that 35 f1.8S lacks character. Do you agree with that?

We dipped to freezing overnight here in central Florida. No fog just severe clear and cold. I need to charge up the d700, but it’s nice and warm inside under the cat.

Thanks for all of Your Hard Work !! Fun stuff !!! Enjoyed the BTS, Seeing where You Live !!! I have an older GoPro8 I need to try doing what You did :) :) :)

Dalr be it film or digital versions have a "look" that mirrorless cameras can't replicate. I use Nikon FM2, Nikon D6 and N8kon z9 cameras

Don't ever sell that 35 F2D or the universe will turn against you! lol You cannot beat the 3D rendering that low element count lenses have.

Inspiring me to get my D700 out for a shoot! Thank you.

Love the D700, still rocking mine when you need a sense of reality. Mirrorless can be soulless after a while.

A very good lens, certainly when you consider the price. And when you go for larger animals, you can zoom out to include some surroundings as it doesn't need to be only portraits. Yes, it is a little slow, but then it will force you to keep your skills at a level

This has been VERY helpful! This is exactly the review I've been looking for. Comparing the actual pictures of the from both cameras...and considering used prices. I'm not a pro...I don't care about the fine details and pixels in the corner. I'm planning to upgrade my old D5600 to a mirrorless camera. I will be going on my trip of a lifetime on an African Safari in a few month and want to have my new camera by then. However, I've been going back and forth over a z6 vs z7 vs v6ii vs z7ii...I plan to buy a used camera. I was leaning towards the z7 because it had more megapixels...but I don't know that I need that many megapixels...and the z6 seems to be better in low light. I think I'm going to go with a z6 or z6ii and a the 28-400mm lens. Will be going to Italy and Greece later in the year and Galapagos early next year. So I think the 28-400mm with the low light capability of the z6 would be a good all around travel camera setup. Thank you!

Fantastic ambition and video 👍🙂

I wasn’t impressed by the 200-500 - decent IQ in fairness but very poor at acquiring focus (I used it on a D7500 - no slouch). My old 300/f4D + 1.4 TC was a better wildlife lens. I’m seeing the 400/f4.5 as the successor to the 300/f4 - light and effective.

I recently got a Nikon Zf and I'm looking to aquire a second backup body, that's affordable and takes my Z mount lenses. Honestly, I’m leaning towards the Nikon Z5 or Z6II. Nearly everyone I've spoken to who actually owns a Z6ii (or Z5), LOVES it. I love my Zf, but I want something that will act as a more ergonomic and compact backup, with similar menus. I shoot portraits and headshots and an occasional family session or engagement. No events, sports or wildlife. I don't need speed, and I don’t plan on doing video with this backup. I played with a Z5 and a Z6ii in the camera store recently and they both felt really nimble and great to use. In use, I couldn’t really tell much difference between the Z5 and Z6ii. Both really nice. Would you recommend the Z6ii as a backup to my Zf? If I get the Z5 I can afford more glass, but maybe the better body is a wiser choice? I would get a Z6, but I don’t want to go that far back and I want to get it relatively new or new.

I had both the 1.2 and 1.8. I find even at 1.8, the 1.2 is faster and better in lower light simply due to the larger glass. It was a very touch call between the two. So tough that I don’t feel the value for about $1300 USD more is there for the 1.2. If you’re on a tighter budget, don’t hesitate to get the 1.8. You won’t be missing anything except weight.

I’d venture to say if I was fortunate enough to own a Z 400mm F2.8 and a Z 50mm F1.2 - and doing pro event work - I’d already have a backup Z8 or at the very least a Z6 II - rather than get caught out having to buy an emergency Zf. Just my opinion 😊

I've had this for over a year now cos I couldn't afford the Nikon. Fantastic lens. Plenty sharp enough. Focuses well. This is smaller and lighter than the Nikon too.

You kinda missed the whole concept, its Chinese, they pay their workers nothing, yep, they can now make some good stuff, look at the car EV industry, they are basically screwing the world. If you want to support screwing the rest of the world then go for it. You only have to look very closely at what is happening economically in South East Asia, China is basically trashing everything. I saw new roading in Cambodia, literally falling apart as it was being built whereas the Japanese roading was still intact after 20 years. I saw miles of half built new builds abandoned, just complete trashing of the environment. There is a much bigger picture here if you care to look.

You might want to check the weight you have shown for the Z 400 f4.5 - not 2150gms but is 1245gms. Big difference! I used to own the F mount 400 f2.8E FL VR and used all the TC's with it with superb results. The 400 f2.8E FL VR is simply a stunning lens and works even better on the Z mount, again with all the TC's. However, it was getting a little heavy for me and sold it and now own the Z 600 f4 TC which is about 1 kg lighter when you add the FTZ, 1.4x TCIII to the 400 f2.8E FL VR for equivalence to the Z 600 f4 TC. That's a large weight saving! I found I was almost always using the 400 f2.8 + 1.4x TCIII and thus why I went with the Z 600 f4 TC.

@10:06 read the instructions. Its all there.

I love your laid back videos! What I would like to see is content for "limited budget" photographers, like"rediscovering" of older gear. F-lenses adapted on Z bodies, and other cheaper lens options. I enjoy all the videos you make, but as nature and wildlife became my primary interest a few years ago I have especially enjoyed Russ' journey with the 400/4.5 and then going for an F-mount 400/2.8E.

It's interesting to add Sirui 85 f1.4 to the competition

So, have you compared both these lenses?

Great review and yes, the AF-S 28 f1.4E ED was always a bit of a darkhorse but oh boy is it sublime. I just added it to my kit to be used on both my D6 as well as my Z9 with the FTZ II.