Ah, finally Posted on July 16, 2004 I have been trigger happy as far as I can remember. All I needed was a camera and I shot anything that came in my way 🙂 Of course, over the years, I’ve tried to be a little more discriminating and take decent, if not good, pictures. So far, I’ve been using a Nikon Nuvis, which gives me pretty good photographs and the option of taking panorama shots (unfortunately not many labs process this size). Lately (and in the light of my travelling!), I’ve felt the need of something more powerful. The initial idea was to buy a digicam. However, I realised that I would not be able to learn much about the finer points of photography using it. So I decided on an SLR instead. After much debate, discussion, advice, I finally bought myself a Nikon F75, along with the 28-80mm and the 70-300 mm lens. It’s a cool piece and am thrilled to bits about it. Now, of course, lies the bigger challenge. Figuring out how to use it. The manual has already confused me quite a bit! It will probably take me a month to figure out all the buttons and mechanisms on the camera. Tomorrow morning, I’m off to the Bandipur forests via Mysore, so the camera should be put to good use. On the second and third day, we’re planning to explore around that area… not sure where we’re heading exactly though… But that’s fun too, isn’t it? See you folks next week, with a few elephant tales (hopefully). Or at least a few good pictures, if I can get a hang of my new camera by then 🙂 Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Photography
A day out in Kolar Posted on May 9, 2008May 9, 2008 With the heat beginning to get to everyone this summer in Bangalore, I thought this would be a an appropriate visual for everyone. It’s such a nice feeling – to fall into the water, looking upwards and feeling the spray all around you… SPLASH! I frankly don’t even remember the… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
A different canvas Posted on October 21, 2004 On a drive down Kanakpura Road last month, we came across a rather beautiful sunset… Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
Alive is Awesome The magic of travel and why I do it Posted on November 7, 2012November 8, 2012 Looking back through the years, digging around my archives, re-living lost memories and dusting out old photographs as a part of the Alive and Awesome series of posts has been quite an interesting experience for me. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Print (Opens in new window) Print Read More
They say the camera can photograph thought. Wonder what thoughts you will have photographed for us next week. Reply
did ya buy it blr? cameras are costly in blr. anywayz, Nikon f75 is a wonderful camera. but, better keep a zoom add-on in case u r upto some wildife photography. ~gans. Reply
Nikon F75 is a professional’s camera. Good buy. I bought Canon EOS 300 about 3 yrs back and am very happy with that.. hav been recommending it to so many ppl. Hav a great trip.. hope to see more pics in your blog from now on. Reply
Nice camera. For starters go with the ‘fully automatic mode.’ and you won’t go wrong. Consider investing in a clear filter to protect the lens. Remember the type of film is also important – go for 100 or 200 ISO only. Happy travels. Reply
All the best with your new camera, Anita! F75 is a very good SLR and ideal for fast learning beginners. I don’t doubt you are a fast learner. I have an F80 by the way. Reply
Nevil: Just got back from the trip and the photos and write-up will follow as usual! Btw, that was a nice way of putting it 🙂 Thanks Richie! Paagal: 700 USD!! Hey, I don’t earn in dollars yet 🙂 And its way beyond my budget. And btw, I think you can have some fun while you work too. It’s all about keeping a healthy balance, and I am sure if you take an effort, it’s not that hard. Thanks Ravi! Hi Ganesh: I did buy it here, after toying with the idea of buying it from outside (which became too much of a hassle). The 70-300 mm zoom lens is basically useful for wildlife photography. Chakra: Yes, I was also considering the Canon EOS, because its a pretty cool camera. It was a tough decision to make finally 🙂 Thanks for the advice Arun. I’ll be getting the filters next. And of course, I’ve done most of the weekend photography in the automatic mode. Till I get more comfortable using the manual mode and experimenting around a bit. Thanks Kiruba! You seem to be having fun with yours too 🙂 Thanks Jag: Am hoping to improve to start off with! And then hopefully, pick up something from prolific shooters like you 😉 Thanks Shubhi! Nilesh: I was pretty tempted by the F80, but it is rather expensive and was going beyond my budget. But I guess I am just happy that I have something to start off with now 🙂 Reply
Woweee… Everytime I visit your blog, you gimme something new to envy you about… LOL… Hope you had/having a great excursion… Will be waiting for the pics… Enjoy! Reply
Danto: You can pose for me, when you come down to Bangalore 🙂 Amit: Point noted! LL: Seems like you had a pretty hectic trip yourself 🙂 I did Ganesh. A lot of experimentation! Khushee: And especially of the cat 😉 Reply