Karori Wildlife Sanctuary

Off to Karori Wildlife Sanctuary for a bit of trekking today. We spent about 3hr+ trekking around the place, exploring the wildlife and habitats in the area.

Ara Kawau – electric boat

Reaching to the top of the dam

Tilt-Shift shot of the dam

We then off to the Turbine track. Nick at the front setting the pace, while I am at the back making sure Grace is not left behind.

After an hour walk in the bush, we reached the Wind Turbine (370m)

Nesting with turbine at the background.

A Panorama Sunset

A winter sunset which lasted only five mins

Winterscape

Winterscape caught with lens flare

Peace Flame Garden

The Peace Flame Garden is dedicated to establishing peace in the world especially through nuclear disarmament.The tranquil spot houses a Japanese lantern containing the preserved fires from the atomic holocaust at Hiroshima

85mm f/1.4 @ f/2

Rachel 雨晴

Updated!

Photographer/Process/Make up: Zian, Kent, Veronica

Model: Rachel 雨晴

Orton Effect in Wedding

Post Process Mary’s Wedding Photos

Thanks Tom for sharing the photos that he took on his sister’s wedding. Tom was the photographer of the wedding and reception. He had his Nikon D90, 18-200mm and SB-900, shooting from 2:30pm – 12am.

I had the opportunity to post process some of the images.

This image was shot at ISO1000, f/5.6, 1/125s. It is taken straight out of the camera. The image is nicely exposed, the WB is a bit off, but it is usually fixed as part of the post process.

Another shot taken at ISO1000, f/5.6, 1/125s.

Ocean Wave

Sodium light in the dark

I think this is Sodium lamp which used to light up the alley.

Walk by Alleyway

Walked pass this alley on the way to movie at the weekend. Took a few shots with the Nikon 85mm f/1.4

Lowepro Flipside 200

Flipside 200 is the smaller version of flipside 300. It is less bulky than the flipside 300, so it looks less like a box on your back. In terms of size, It is about right without attracting attention on the street. It could go a little wider but certainly not thicker, otherwise i will look like a “box”.

What can I fit in the flipside 200?

• Nikon D700+MB-D10 with 24-70mm f/2.8 attached (70-200mm f/2.8 attached is also possible, but tight). The camera and grip is too tall for the depth of the flipside 200, so it needs to be placed side way
• 50mm f/1.4
• 85mm f/1.4
• TC-14E
• room for another small lens
• small compartment for filters, batteries, etc

Fitting a 70-200mm f/2.8 is also possible but will need to remove the small compartment on the top. This is actually a good backpack (in terms of look and fittings) if you don’t need to carry much.

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Lowepro Flipside 300

Another Lowepro backpack that I got my hands on was the Flipside 300. In terms of size, it is a bit smaller than the Lowepro fastpack 200, but the partition compartments utilises the whole backpack whereas for the faspack 200, only the bottom half of the backpack is arranged with partition dividers. The flipside also includes a small waist belt for added support. A tripod can also be amounted on the front. It feels comfortable enough as expected from a backpack but it doesn’t look that nice due to its “box-like” shape. Personally, I prefer the shape of fastpack 200, but wishes it has the inside layout like the flipside 300. Perhaps, a Lowepro Flippack ??

Below is a size comparison between flipside 300 and fastpack 200

What can I fit in the flipside 300?

• Nikon D700+MB-D10 with 24-70mm f/2.8 attached (70-200mm f/2.8 attached is also possible)

• 14-24mm f/2.8

• 70-200 f/2.8

• SB-900

• small compartment for filters, batteries, etc

In my opinion, the flipside 300 gives a perfect fit for the Holy Trinity (14-24mm, 24-70mm and 70-200mm), but lacks physical appearance.

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Lowepro Inverse 200 AW

Lowepro Inverse 200 AW is a beltpack camera bag that has a 3D contoured mesh lumbar belt which distribute weight evenly. It also has a shoulder strap that can be used for added support. The belt pack actually felt very comfortable and both of my hands are free to move. I would favour using a belt system for short/light photography trips as you have access to your gear around your waist. For light travel, a shoulder bag would be suffice. Ultimately, I am waiting for the S&F belt which I can attach and remove lens cases.

Below is a size comparison between Inverse 200 AW and Stealth Reporter D200 AW

What can I fit in the Inverse 200 AW?

• Nikon D700+MB-D10 with a short to medium lens attached (in this case 50mm f/1.4)
• 24-70mm f/2.8 and another small lens
• It is also possible to fit another two small lenses underneath the camera.

The Inverse 200 actually wouldn't fit the D700 with 24-70mm f/2.8 attached. It is not tall enough.

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More Nikon 85mm f/1.4 Test Shots

Lens: Nikon 85mm f/1.4 @ f/2
Flash: SB-900

Lens: Nikon 85mm f/1.4 @ f/2
Flash: SB-900