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By: Nasim Mansurov

Nasim Mansurov — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:47:56 +0000

Rob, the only difference is faster read and write operations - there is no higher resolution or better density.My #1 preference for CF cards are SanDisk Extreme series. If you are on a budget, go for the 8 GB SanDisk Extreme or 16 GB SanDisk Extreme series. If money is not an issue, the Extreme Pro series are currently the fastest in the market.

By: Rob

Rob — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:31:27 +0000

Thanks,
Last questions for now:
Do faster CF cards offer higher resolution or better density or what ever it is that would give cleaner pictures or just faster read/wright?
I was told they do. True of False?
Which card would you recommend for the D200?

By: Nasim Mansurov

Nasim Mansurov — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:16:24 +0000

Rob, when you shoot in Aperture-Priority mode, your DSLR will automatically set the right shutter speed, based on the type of metering you choose. What I would do, however, is watch your shutter speed and make sure that it does not drop down to a very low value. Another thing you can do, is set your ISO to "Auto ISO" and set "minimum shutter speed" to the slowest shutter speed that is acceptable for you (like 1/500th of a second). What will happen, is whenever the camera shutter speed drops below 1/500, the ISO will automatically increase to a higher value to keep the shutter speed at 1/500. You can also set "maximum ISO" to a certain number. For a DX body, I prefer to keep it under ISO 800.

By: Rob

Rob — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:11:48 +0000

Thanks again for the info.
One last question for now. I’m on track with you as far as “A Priority”.
I’ll go as low as I can on the F’s .
Q. What shutter speed do you think I need to try and shoot for?
(All variables aside)

Thanks again Nasim. You’ve been great,
Rob in SC

By: Nasim Mansurov

Nasim Mansurov — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 05:38:23 +0000

Rob, I do not recommend shooting fast-action sports in Manual mode, unless you really know what you are doing. Try to use Aperture Priority mode, then change the depth of field to the lowest number and see how fast of a shutter speed you get. If it is too slow, try to increase ISO to 200 or 400 and see what you get.

Hope this helps.

By: Rob

Rob — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:14:57 +0000

Thank you so, so much. You have been an answered prayer for this newbie.
I’ll be looking foward to reading your info. Would you mind recomendind a lens for shooting “Kids Recreation Baseball” (Daylight from 50 to 150 ft.) or at least the minimum shutter speed and ISO with the lens I have. (18-200)
I noticed in manual mode that I really need to crank the ISO just to get the light merter to zero.
I’m trying to photograph pitched balls and swinging bats, stopped “dead in motion” consistantly.
Thanks for your time,
Rob
PS “I’m HOOKED on DSLR !!!

By: Nasim Mansurov

Nasim Mansurov — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 23:55:07 +0000

Rob, if you got the D200 and 18-200mm VR for a good price, then it might be well worth it!The 18-200mm is a good all-around lens, but it is slow for low-light situations. I would look into getting the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G, which is a superb lens and only costs $200!I have plenty of tutorials right here on the website - just check out the Photography Tips for Beginners page for basic photography articles.Hope this helps.

By: Rob

Rob — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 01:26:23 +0000

Thanks for your reply. Unfortunately , my wifes uncles daughter works for Nikon in NY. He buys a new camera every few years just because he likes toys.
Sorry to say…. In a pinch , one that I might later regret, I did buy my uncles used D200 with a Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom 18-200 F3.5 to 5.6S G IF-ED for a song . I love it so far but, I would like to get info on tweaks for my needed applications. Mainly high action sports photography. Should I get another lens for that application ? Really I’m new to DSLR’s . I’ve used film but really need to make the “BREAK THROUGH” with as few snags as possible. I know in photography your always learning , I just need some pointers. Got a good WEB SITE for “Tweaks , Tricks , Tricks, Tips and Free Firm Ware for My D200? or Do you have stuff posted here on line?
Thanks for your time,
Rob

By: Nasim Mansurov

Nasim Mansurov — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:34:30 +0000

Rob, I would get a D90 instead…why would you want to have a camera that is two generations older than the current model? The D200 is worse at high ISO than D90.

By: Rob

Rob — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 01:13:08 +0000

Question on the d200
What is your experience with this camera? I would like to buy a d90 or a d300 but I came across a pretty good deal on a d200 with a 18 to 200 superzoom.