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QLook Solid Wayfarer Mirror Sunglasses

I was looking at getting either this lens or the Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor Lens. The 50mm lens was only $135, but doesn't autofocus on the D40 which is my camera. I know I am looking to upgrade to the D90 soon, so that wasn't as much of an issue, but something to consider as I purchased a prime lens. Of course this 35mm lens does autofocus on the D40, so that was one point in it's favor.

Truly my main reason for purchasing this lens was to use in low light, indoors, typically at home during family functions. The photos are sharp! I even had all the lights turned off in the basement and took photos of my son, and WOW,it gave nice, natural tones to his skin and his eyes are amazing in the photos. I have to get closer to my subject(s) than with the 50mm, but when you are in a room that is crowded and you are trying to get a photo with everyone in it, you don't have to back up very far. With the 50mm, you need much more room to backup to get the same shot including all the subjects. My sisters kitchen is small. My little neice was about to blow out the candles, and I got not only her, but mom and dad in the photo as well. I would not have enough room to backup and get the same shot with the 50mm lens.

Being able to take photos in low light (indoors) without a flash is very handy, and paticuallary when you are in a situation where flashes aren't allowed. (I have been at several museums, historical homes during a tour, and even a 50th anniversary ceremony at a church were photos were ok, but no flash allowed). The last wedding I was at, everyone was taking photos and the photographer said that was ok while she was shooting, but no flashes please because it intereferred with her shots. Everyone had to stop taking photos, because they needed their flashes to get a decent shot. How nice to be the one able to continue to shoot photos and not have to put my camera away. I didn't need a flash.

I also had to consider price. I got this lens for $199 with free shipping. I ordered this and waited a little over 4 weeks to recieve it. If you are looking at this lens, and order DIRECTLY from Amazon, the price is $199. It will say "not in, stock order now and we will deliver as soon as available". I didn't really want to wait, especially knowing I could order the 50mm that day, and get it in a week, but I knew if I was to choose between the 2 lenses, I wanted this one. I don't think it is justified paying the $300+ price just to get the one in stock. My opinion, order the one listed at $199, and be willing to wait, like I said, mine arrived about 4 weeks after ordering it.

Pros: Absolutely sharp photos in low light.
Price, if you are willing to wait, totally worth every penny.
Fast and light lens.
You can shoot indoors with low light without a flash.

Cons: Only one I can think of is waiting a full month to recieve.
But I would do it again in a heartbeat for a fantastic lens.

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Great for low light, great focal length for DX, and autofocus will also work with D40, D40x, D60, and D5000 cameras

Nikon 35mm 1 8G Digital Cameras

I was looking at getting either this lens or the Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor Lens. The 50mm lens was only $135, but doesn't autofocus on the D40 which is my camera. I know I am looking to upgrade to the D90 soon, so that wasn't as much of an issue, but something to consider as I purchased a prime lens. Of course this 35mm lens does autofocus on the D40, so that was one point in it's favor.

Truly my main reason for purchasing this lens was to use in low light, indoors, typically at home during family functions. The photos are sharp! I even had all the lights turned off in the basement and took photos of my son, and WOW,it gave nice, natural tones to his skin and his eyes are amazing in the photos. I have to get closer to my subject(s) than with the 50mm, but when you are in a room that is crowded and you are trying to get a photo with everyone in it, you don't have to back up very far. With the 50mm, you need much more room to backup to get the same shot including all the subjects. My sisters kitchen is small. My little neice was about to blow out the candles, and I got not only her, but mom and dad in the photo as well. I would not have enough room to backup and get the same shot with the 50mm lens.

Being able to take photos in low light (indoors) without a flash is very handy, and paticuallary when you are in a situation where flashes aren't allowed. (I have been at several museums, historical homes during a tour, and even a 50th anniversary ceremony at a church were photos were ok, but no flash allowed). The last wedding I was at, everyone was taking photos and the photographer said that was ok while she was shooting, but no flashes please because it intereferred with her shots. Everyone had to stop taking photos, because they needed their flashes to get a decent shot. How nice to be the one able to continue to shoot photos and not have to put my camera away. I didn't need a flash.

I also had to consider price. I got this lens for $199 with free shipping. I ordered this and waited a little over 4 weeks to recieve it. If you are looking at this lens, and order DIRECTLY from Amazon, the price is $199. It will say "not in, stock order now and we will deliver as soon as available". I didn't really want to wait, especially knowing I could order the 50mm that day, and get it in a week, but I knew if I was to choose between the 2 lenses, I wanted this one. I don't think it is justified paying the $300+ price just to get the one in stock. My opinion, order the one listed at $199, and be willing to wait, like I said, mine arrived about 4 weeks after ordering it.

Pros: Absolutely sharp photos in low light.
Price, if you are willing to wait, totally worth every penny.
Fast and light lens.
You can shoot indoors with low light without a flash.

Cons: Only one I can think of is waiting a full month to recieve.
But I would do it again in a heartbeat for a fantastic lens.

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Better then the best reviews...

Rokinon FE14M C Ultra Canon Black

I bought this lens about a month ago to be able to use with my canon Xsi and also D5. This lens performs very well with Xsi giving about 22.4 mm equivalent. The main reason why I bought this lens is the capability of using F2.8 considering that most of the Canon lenses with this F stop and focal length are really expensive (at least 3 times). I used the lens for wide field astrophotography, land escapes and northern lights. The lens is fully manual so focus and aperture have to be set by hand; however, it can be still used with AV function of the camera.
Pros
Aperture ring sets very easily
Optics are quite good, almost no flare when taken in front of the sun. E.g. Sunset or sunrise, moon set or moon rise
Color is exceptionally good
Distortion at F 2.8 is not bad and easy to correct using Photoshop if you are taking picture of buildings.
No vignetting when used with Xsi
So far I have not notice to much distortion at the corners Compared with my expensive L series lenses (F4). The distortion at the corners is surprisingly less
Chromatic aberration seems to be well controlled. Actually, It seem very similar to canon L series.

Cons
Still significant vignetting when used with canon 5D. However, not worse than that for the 17-40 mm L F4 canon.
It is hard to focus. Basically in Xsi, I can use the live view at 10X to get a sharp focus. The lens has focus measurements but they are not well calibrated so you need to find your own. To make your focus easy, you need to do it at maximum aperture to be able to get enough light then go to your desired aperture according to the deep of field you would like to achieve.
You can't have a filter on top of the lens, so you need to be extra careful. However, I am not sure if this is a con, since night photography (including northern light) is all done without filter so this prevents me from forgetting taking the filter off.

In conclusion
This manual lens has very good optics. All very well corrected and not that different form the premium once or at least the canons F4 (17-40mm and 24-110 mm). It is one rare combination of quality and price because usually you get what you pay. Perhaps the fact that the lens is all manual makes it significant cheaper.

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What about UTG?

Samsung compact 20 50mm Series Cameras

I saw this item on CNET top ten phone case reviews. It works just like I thought it would. It's like having a big rubber tire wrapped around your phone! The inner hard shell protects the phone from being bent and the outer rubber wrap makes it very easy to grip and hold on to as well as a great protective wrap if you were to drop your expensive phone. The raised hard edge around the screen also allows you to lay the phone face down without scratching the screen and making it easier to hear the ringer/alerts. The only down side is that the slightly raised outer edge that wraps around the screen can make it a little difficult to reach some of the screen buttons/controls but that is a small price to pay for such a good protective case. I highly recommend this case, I love it!!

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What about UTG?

UTG 3 9x32 Compact Picatinny Sunshade

I saw this item on CNET top ten phone case reviews. It works just like I thought it would. It's like having a big rubber tire wrapped around your phone! The inner hard shell protects the phone from being bent and the outer rubber wrap makes it very easy to grip and hold on to as well as a great protective wrap if you were to drop your expensive phone. The raised hard edge around the screen also allows you to lay the phone face down without scratching the screen and making it easier to hear the ringer/alerts. The only down side is that the slightly raised outer edge that wraps around the screen can make it a little difficult to reach some of the screen buttons/controls but that is a small price to pay for such a good protective case. I highly recommend this case, I love it!!

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Great Case Great price

Halo Impact Absorbing Built In Kickstand Samsung

I saw this item on CNET top ten phone case reviews. It works just like I thought it would. It's like having a big rubber tire wrapped around your phone! The inner hard shell protects the phone from being bent and the outer rubber wrap makes it very easy to grip and hold on to as well as a great protective wrap if you were to drop your expensive phone. The raised hard edge around the screen also allows you to lay the phone face down without scratching the screen and making it easier to hear the ringer/alerts. The only down side is that the slightly raised outer edge that wraps around the screen can make it a little difficult to reach some of the screen buttons/controls but that is a small price to pay for such a good protective case. I highly recommend this case, I love it!!

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good product

Bluecell Drawstring Neoprene Olympus Panasonic

I would like to start by saying that GOJA LLC is a top notch vendor that went out of their way to answer all of our questions through both email and telephone conversation to make sure we knew exactly what we were buying. The customer service we received was EXCELLENT! The day after we place the order we received an email that our order had shipped. Our purchase was packaged very well insuring the contents would not be damaged!!

The Professional Lens Accessory Kit we purchased is a top of the line quality product. Both the wide angle and telephoto lens, and the monopod are all Vivitar and all come with their own protective cases. All of the remaining accessories are made of solid top of the line components, not cheap knock-offs. All lens and filters have a very tight and secure fit. The tulip flower lens hood is better than the one that came with our Nikon D7000. There are also wallet type cases for all the filters.

I guess the bottom line is you don't have to worry about this not being a great product for the money. We are very happy with it!!

Now, let the fun begin!!

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A truly Quality Product and GREAT VENDOR

72MM Professional Lens Accessory Cameras

I would like to start by saying that GOJA LLC is a top notch vendor that went out of their way to answer all of our questions through both email and telephone conversation to make sure we knew exactly what we were buying. The customer service we received was EXCELLENT! The day after we place the order we received an email that our order had shipped. Our purchase was packaged very well insuring the contents would not be damaged!!

The Professional Lens Accessory Kit we purchased is a top of the line quality product. Both the wide angle and telephoto lens, and the monopod are all Vivitar and all come with their own protective cases. All of the remaining accessories are made of solid top of the line components, not cheap knock-offs. All lens and filters have a very tight and secure fit. The tulip flower lens hood is better than the one that came with our Nikon D7000. There are also wallet type cases for all the filters.

I guess the bottom line is you don't have to worry about this not being a great product for the money. We are very happy with it!!

Now, let the fun begin!!

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Affordable Products Visual Mate Magnifier

I started taking interest in photography a few months ago. I have been searching all over the internet about a photography book. I have checked out every photography book out there but most of them were boring, dry and very hard to understand.

They are full of technical terms which I do not have any idea what they were about. But luckily, I found this book! This book is full of tips and actionable information on how to use a digital camera properly, how to handle it, and how to take care of it.

This book is easy to understand and it gives you flat instructions to get good shots. If you follow the instructions correctly, you can really improve your shots. I always wanted to learn how to blur everything else on a photo and leave the subject appear sharp and this book taught that to me in the easiest manner possible. I would recommend this to novice photographers only. The author does not waste time on technical explanations but just writes what you have to do in order to achieve a great shot.
I am surprised by this book.

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Worth giving a try

Point Shoot Photography Beginners ebook

I started taking interest in photography a few months ago. I have been searching all over the internet about a photography book. I have checked out every photography book out there but most of them were boring, dry and very hard to understand.

They are full of technical terms which I do not have any idea what they were about. But luckily, I found this book! This book is full of tips and actionable information on how to use a digital camera properly, how to handle it, and how to take care of it.

This book is easy to understand and it gives you flat instructions to get good shots. If you follow the instructions correctly, you can really improve your shots. I always wanted to learn how to blur everything else on a photo and leave the subject appear sharp and this book taught that to me in the easiest manner possible. I would recommend this to novice photographers only. The author does not waste time on technical explanations but just writes what you have to do in order to achieve a great shot.
I am surprised by this book.

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Great for a small pond.

Sunterra 300309 Submersible Gardens Transformer

I have a medium size pond near my front entrance that I like to show off as guests arrive. At night, I light it up and back light the waterfall. The pond's fountain and waterfall run 24/7, 365 days a year. In the past, I had regular underwater halogen lights from one of the major pond pump and pond supply companys. They worked well, but the 20W blubs seemed to burnout quickly and the seals leaked so that the light socket rusted far too quickly. I bought these LED lights to see if they would last longer. So far, so good. The light is very bright. I would say they are almost as bright as the halogen. If they are not as bright, they are at least 90% as bright. Plus, they should consume less energy. They work well with clear lenses. I have not tried them with colored lenses. The photo light sensor turns them on at dusk. Love it. Now if they don't rust under water for at least three years they will be awesome. I would buy these again based on the quality. I wish the cord between lights was longer, but I fixed that by adding cord. Good product.

----Update---_3/3/2012
I have had these installed for over a year now. I would buy this again in heatbeat. One of the best decsions I have made. I have not had one single issue with them the LED lights are still going strong and the remote eye is still controlling the on/off function at dusk perfectly. LOVE THEM!

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Fanastic Camera

Olympus Micro Digital Camera Black

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

I'm about to order another 6 for stocking stuffers for all my staff with smart phones. Bravo to this seller!

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Secure Fit and Versatile

EzFoto Silver Olympus M ZUIKO DIGITAL

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

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Pittman ALR works like magic

Pittman OneStep Headlight Cleaner Deoxidizer

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

I'm about to order another 6 for stocking stuffers for all my staff with smart phones. Bravo to this seller!

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Live at Montreux 2012, Blu-Ray variant.

Walleva Polarized Replacement Bottlecap Sunglasses

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

I'm about to order another 6 for stocking stuffers for all my staff with smart phones. Bravo to this seller!

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Live at Montreux 2012, Blu-Ray variant.

Live Montreux 2012 Alanis Morissette

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

I'm about to order another 6 for stocking stuffers for all my staff with smart phones. Bravo to this seller!

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loved the fish eye view

Magnetic 0 67X Angle Designed iPhone

I'm an Architect and Realtor, so I need photos of room interiors, exteriors, construction details, etc. Before digital, I had nice SLR cameras with telephoto and wide angle zoom lenses. After digital, I had point-and-shoot cameras, but nothing with a wide angle lens. Lately, I don't even use cameras, but my HTC Evo smart phone, which takes great shots at 8mp. Problem is, I need the occasional wide angle lens.

I was about to buy a $150 point and shoot camera with wide angle lens, but dreading it; not only the cost, but having to carry another "thing" in the car or pocket. Then I found this tiny, magnetic wide angle/macro lens add on. I didn't expect much, but I figured, for $10, I'll try it.

Got it yesterday, and could not believe how perfect it is. In addition to the lens and stick-on magnetic ring (which fits my Evo perfectly,) it came with a nice little lens cover and a magnetic "key ring" holder. It seems to work great! Nice wide angle lens, and amazing close up macro lens for tiny detail.

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Just as advertised

ECO FUSED%C2%AE Telescopic Quick Connect Wide angle Protection

I'm amazed at the big photos I've gotten from these little lenses. I already had a lens set that fits over the corner of the iPhone, but I wanted a telephoto lens. When I saw this kit, I bought it and I'm so glad I did. It's so much easier to use, because I don't have to remove the phone cover and then put on the clip. All I have to do is screw the lens into the cover. I also think the quality of the lenses are excellent! I really love the macro lens, and I've gotten some excellent shots with it. The fisheye lens is very cool too. I also enjoy having the telephoto in my kit, and I've gotten a few great wildlife shots with it. All this and it fits into a small bad that's easy to carry in a pocket or purse, so they're there whenever a photographic inspiration strikes. All in all, I'm very happy with my lenses and the tripod, and I would totally recommend it to anyone.

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Works!

Meguiars G3700 Headlight Lens Correction

I own a 10 year old vehicle which I keep pretty clean, but I've never really done anything special about the headlights. Some Windex and I'm good to go. I wouldn't say they were gross or really dingy looking, but you could say they looked like they had mild cataracts.

This package comes with 4 different graded sand pads, a microfiber cloth, some plastic lens cleaner in a bottle, and a packet of something called headlight protectant. The instructions on the box are simple and easy-to-follow. If you have 10-15 minutes to devote to each headlight, then you will be remarkably surprised at how good they will look when you're done.

I was truly amazed at what a little bit of elbow grease and a minimual amount of time could achieve. I wouldn't say that they look brand new because that would be unrealistic. However they are definitely clearer and cleaner than I've seen in years. And another bonus is that the package comes with enough solution that you should be able to do several vehicles without any problem. Which also makes this an exceptional value as well.

All things considered this is a winner.

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Useful product

Alcon Systane Contacts Lubricant Drops

Born and raised in the Big Apple, I originally rented this series which I had not seen before. I was enchanted and discovered so much about the city I loved and yet that I never knew. I had to have my own copy. Ric Burns did a wonderful job,(as usual) with just enough fact to explain situations yet tempting enough to urge you to seek more. I was also pleased that an 8th disk covering 9/11 had been added since that wound pierced the heart of anyone who loves New York.I shared some disks with friends ( also New Yorkers) over Thanksgiving and it was universally agreed we would get together again and often to see it over and over. Thanks to all whose efforts combined to bring to life the city: its evils and humanity, its sorrows and elations, its great triumphs and ridiculous mistakes, its often unbelievable past and the great hope for its future.

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Womens ANGELIQS Sunglasses Orange Gradient

Born and raised in the Big Apple, I originally rented this series which I had not seen before. I was enchanted and discovered so much about the city I loved and yet that I never knew. I had to have my own copy. Ric Burns did a wonderful job,(as usual) with just enough fact to explain situations yet tempting enough to urge you to seek more. I was also pleased that an 8th disk covering 9/11 had been added since that wound pierced the heart of anyone who loves New York.I shared some disks with friends ( also New Yorkers) over Thanksgiving and it was universally agreed we would get together again and often to see it over and over. Thanks to all whose efforts combined to bring to life the city: its evils and humanity, its sorrows and elations, its great triumphs and ridiculous mistakes, its often unbelievable past and the great hope for its future.

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If you love New York...

0 40X FISHEYE Powershot Adapter Better

Born and raised in the Big Apple, I originally rented this series which I had not seen before. I was enchanted and discovered so much about the city I loved and yet that I never knew. I had to have my own copy. Ric Burns did a wonderful job,(as usual) with just enough fact to explain situations yet tempting enough to urge you to seek more. I was also pleased that an 8th disk covering 9/11 had been added since that wound pierced the heart of anyone who loves New York.I shared some disks with friends ( also New Yorkers) over Thanksgiving and it was universally agreed we would get together again and often to see it over and over. Thanks to all whose efforts combined to bring to life the city: its evils and humanity, its sorrows and elations, its great triumphs and ridiculous mistakes, its often unbelievable past and the great hope for its future.

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If you love New York...

American Experience New York Season

Born and raised in the Big Apple, I originally rented this series which I had not seen before. I was enchanted and discovered so much about the city I loved and yet that I never knew. I had to have my own copy. Ric Burns did a wonderful job,(as usual) with just enough fact to explain situations yet tempting enough to urge you to seek more. I was also pleased that an 8th disk covering 9/11 had been added since that wound pierced the heart of anyone who loves New York.I shared some disks with friends ( also New Yorkers) over Thanksgiving and it was universally agreed we would get together again and often to see it over and over. Thanks to all whose efforts combined to bring to life the city: its evils and humanity, its sorrows and elations, its great triumphs and ridiculous mistakes, its often unbelievable past and the great hope for its future.

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Great lens

Sigma 18 200mm F3 5 6 3 Canon Camera

Usually something suffers (the wide end or the zoom end) but this lens packs a punch. Great all around image quality. I picked it up after seen it's review in Popular Photography. Also, doing my homework online I've seen many that have given it more positive reviews over the Canon 28-135 USM. In fact I have the 28-135 and I'm pretty sure that I'll now be selling it since I have this jewel in my hand. Having the extra 10mm on the wide end really does help. Do you homework for yourself and you will find that this may be a great addition to you collection if your in the market for this class of lens.

UPDATE 9/17/12: After taking several shots this weekend I noticed around the 100mm mark bokeh wasn't as "creamy" as I would have desired. Some of the lines (trees in the background) were harsh looking almost like looking at a 3D image without the glasses. It was distracting enough for my eyes to focus on the background images. I need to play around with this lens more but I may end up dropping it one star because of this.

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QualityFreak ... 6 months later & still off the grid

Optoma HD20 Lumens Theater Projector

We bought this projector about 3 months ago and have been using it in our downstairs home theatre on a 94" screen.

We have a very dark room with no windows; so this is perfect down there. Picture looks great and vibrant on the lowest light setting. (Great because it increases the bulb life to around 4000 hours).

HDMI input and Component inputs were great additions to this 1080p projector. We ceiling mounted it and ran the cables through conduit to a media closet. Couldn't be happier :D

The only down side to this projector is its manual focus/zoom. But for the costs; I'm willing to reach up and adjust every once in a while. (For the most part it will never change if you ceiling mount it... but i like to reach up and put the lens cap on the projector when we aren't using it to minimize dust on the lens).

If you are reading this, do the right thing and BUY This already, its a purchase you won't regret.

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Canon EF 2 0X III Telephoto

Some time ago I sold my canon 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 and bought a Canon 70-200 Mkii, so I could make some money with it (children, birthdays, etc), because it's features are more apropriate for this purpose. I wish I had the money to keep them both... As I already had a 1.4x TC, wich is great, I thought that I could use them together for wildlife photography, my hobby. The problem is that sometimes I needed to get closer to the birds without being noticed. This TC can make my 70-200 Mkii behave as a 140-400, a good focal length for bird photography. Yes, I was well aware that I would lose 2 f stops and some autofocus speed. I've been using this gear for only a couple of weeks, but I'm really content with the 2x and 70-200 combination and didn't notice any difference when it comes to image quality compared with the 100-400, a good surprise for me. That being said, I give it 5 star because it was the best I could do to double my focal lenght without having to spend another couple of thousands dollars on another lens.

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Compact efficient case for a Sony NEX- 5N

VANGUARD ESPOD AM 204S Espod Monopod

This case is perfect for my Sony NEX-5N with the 18-55 mm lens AND my 55-200 Zoom lens. I fit in not only the camera, extra lens, both lens shades, the extra battery and charger, the cable to connect to the computer, a lens pen and the carrying strap and a wrist strap. I can put it in with the flash attached though it's a better fit with the flash off the camera. I really like the size of the case because it fits pretty well in a carry on bag for air travel with the essentials needed for photography and protects the camera. It is also an easy bag to carry because it is fairly small. It is well thoughout to be used with this camers with the standard lens along with the telephoto lens and an extra battery with charger. There is a little pocket in the back for extra memory cards etc. Just couldn't fit in the instruction book.

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Compact efficient case for a Sony NEX- 5N

Sony LCSEMF Camera E mount Cameras

This case is perfect for my Sony NEX-5N with the 18-55 mm lens AND my 55-200 Zoom lens. I fit in not only the camera, extra lens, both lens shades, the extra battery and charger, the cable to connect to the computer, a lens pen and the carrying strap and a wrist strap. I can put it in with the flash attached though it's a better fit with the flash off the camera. I really like the size of the case because it fits pretty well in a carry on bag for air travel with the essentials needed for photography and protects the camera. It is also an easy bag to carry because it is fairly small. It is well thoughout to be used with this camers with the standard lens along with the telephoto lens and an extra battery with charger. There is a little pocket in the back for extra memory cards etc. Just couldn't fit in the instruction book.

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Life-Changing Perspective

The Souls Code James Hillman

I read a lot, but this book by Hillman's is one of my all-time favorites. His perspective is brilliant, unapologetically counter-culture, enormously insightful and deeply inspiring. There's a sarcastic bite to his writing that makes it even more entertaining: you sense that this man is no pushover.

I won't even attempt to summarize Hillman's argument here. Read this book if you've ever been curious about the soul, or why a life work sometimes seems at odds with the "human" story, or if you've agonized over the search for meaning in your own life.

By way of context, I'll mention that my interest in understanding the soul more deeply is professional as well as personal. I've published the how-to video "Thrill Your Soul: Inspiration for Choosing Your Work and Relationships," and I work with clients and students to help them connect with their life purpose. When it comes to this topic, I'm not as sardonically no-nonsense as Hillman appears to be from his writing, but it still takes a lot to impress me. Hillman has become one of my heroes, thanks to this magnificent book.

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Fantastic product - must-have for photographers using filters!

Fotodiox Anodized 49 52mm 52 55mm 55 58mm

I was looking specifically for a 67-72mm step up ring, but the price on this product was so low, that I bought these instead. This step-up ring set is made of all metal, the threading makes attaching and detaching from the lens / filter fairly effortless. Storage is very easy, since the rings all screw together, making a tidy little cone. I have zero complaints about the filter ring set. One caveat is that you may not be able to use your lens hood while a larger filter is attached; this isn't so much a problem with the ring set, but a configuration that wasn't accounted for by the lens manufacturer. If a lens hood is an absolute requirement, then there are screw mount lens hoods on the market that will attach to these as well. With the low cost and high utility of this ring set, I would consider it a "must-have" for any photographer's toolbox.

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