Just put P mode and blast away dadaaddadadaaddaada after that if 1 kena out of 1000 shots also enough already

Don't worry Faiz... you are just as good. Good luck in your exams.

This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 15 2009, 08:19 PM

Let us know whether the vertical shutter will work or not. I still don't remember seeing the shutter release port. I think you have to test the tripods first by putting your weight on it. How much do both of these cost ? I'm not really a fan of ball heads still prefer pan and tilt head.

Depends on brand or type of grip. I know for sure the Hahnel one comes with a spare battery and remote control.Last time mine (YXTM) didn't.

55-200 as a primary lens is ok but it depends on what they shoot. I have a friend who is a wedding photographer and he uses 70-200 IS USM for practically everything. Maybe different people have different styles and different ways to use the lens. Some like super wide...others may not like.

He does have other lenses but that's his style.Even when shooting scenery also he will stand far away and use 70-200.
This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 16 2009, 07:27 PM

For this particular guy, he doesn't have a blog or site. Anyway got another friend from Sarawak's site which has a lot of nice pics enjoy!!!

Edwin Lay's website

D90, D5000 and D3000 are all using the same CAM1000 AF module so the speed should be about the same. AF speed also depends on the lens that you are using. As long as the motor is built into the lens, the speed is dependent on that SW motor in the lens, the "screwdriver" motor in the body is disabled for that lens. Higher end bodies (Canon 50D/7D and Nikon D300S/D3S/D700) have more "cross type" AF sensors which enable them to be more "sure" in low light and less prone to "hunting" no matter the lens used.

Have used 50mm f1.8 before. Body has a range finder so it is quite ok with manual focus but for me I prefer the image and build quality of the 35mm f1.8 DX AF-S also I found the 50mm too narrow and more restrictive than the 35mm f1.8DX.

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Added on November 17, 2009, 10:04 pmI would say if lower budget lenses, either Nikon 18-105VR or Tamron 18-200.
This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 17 2009, 10:05 PM

As long as it it a Nikon mount and built in motor, compatibility will not be an issue. I also was in the same boat as you before I started buying lenses and I feel that Nikon should allow us to buy 2-lens kits (18-55 + 55-200) with body at some discount or an option to choose a higher end kit lens at a discount without having to buy body and lens seperately.

The 35mm DX f1.8 gives much better and smoother bokeh and is useful and decently sharp even wide open. Best performance is from f3.5 onwards.

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Added on November 18, 2009, 12:40 amAF system is the same D90 does have the AF motor built in, a better screen and the CLS "Commander" mode built into the flash compared to the D5000.
This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 18 2009, 12:40 AM

If I'm not mistaken, SB-400 would cost around RM 350 also depending on age and condition. I feel if the aim is to save space in your bag then it is worth it other than that I would prefer a second Di622 or save up for SB-600 or 900.

For those who have Nissin Di622 there is a firmware upgrade that allows it to be fired using radio trigger. You can upgrade firmware for Di622 from Schmidt Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd. But pls do call for appointment before you go. here is the number: 03-78449127 as for Fiona or Mr Woo.

This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 18 2009, 07:55 PM

Problems with the mount and contacts, one of the disadvantages of the plastic mount of kit lenses. Hope there are improvements in the VR version.
This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 19 2009, 12:50 PM

So can more or less be confirmed that D3000 and D5000 are different. Anyway.. the 2 batteries should be able to work together, I used to use Digicell and original EN-EL9 together with my grip last time.

If you have the name of the lens even better. Lenses in that generation are sharp lenses and well built.

I don't think 18-55VR kit lens can fetch that much, as far as I know used price is around RM 400 or at the most RM 500.

18-55 vs 18-70 ? Big difference!! 18-70 has steel mount, faster AF motor with full time manual focus override, min aperture is 4.5 instead of 5.6 at the tele end. Sharper and no rotating front element.

Price, build quality, sharpness...etc...etc... it is a step up from the 18-55VR kit lens.

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Added on November 23, 2009, 9:08 pmShould be the same as the D60 as the sensor and other parts are the same except for the much improved auto focus.
This post has been edited by project-o: Nov 23 2009, 09:08 PM

I guess you are now in the same situation that I was in when I was trying to decide whether to go for EOS350D vs D40.

Same reason for me. I found the 350D grip too small for my hands.