LENS CAPTURE

Vol. 1 No. 31
I figured there were a few things to blog about, so why not post them as a collection of items.


No Reservation Required
This weekend, Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12, 2009, Manhattanhenge (sometimes referred to as the Manhattan Solstice) will occur in which the sun aligns with the east-west streets of Manhattan's main street grid. Best viewing will be looking west along 14th, 23rd, 34th and 42nd Streets. B&H Photo/Video Superstore is hosting a free gathering on Sunday at 34th Street & 5th Avenue to photograph the event. You can find out more by visiting their Event Space. You do not need to register to participate.

Another great source of information is the Hayden Planetarium who have posted articles by noted American astrophysicist, Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson.

Nikon's 2009-2010 Product Line Leaked
Found on Grafika Online, a Czech site, is a supposedly leaked UK document by an unnamed camera company source, is the entire 2009/2010 dSLR product line. Looks like there's a new camera in my future. I'm already lusting after the D400 - 13.8 MP, 8fps, ISO 6400+, and 1080p video at 24fps - SWEET! Read more at the WIRED Gadget Lab.

Worldwide Photo Walk - July 18
Just a quick reminder that there is still time to sign-up for the Worldwide Photo Walk. The group I am leading at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden is already 32 strong, but there are still 18 spots available. You must register to participate in the event to be eligible to compete for some fantastic prizes. There are more than 23,000 people registered participating in 915 Photo Walks worldwide. It will be a great experience, regardless of your skill level - so join us!

Sign-up for the Brooklyn Botanical Garden Walk.

or, register for a different Worldwide Photo Walk.

My mixed bag...
The camera "bag" in the image above is my trusted choice to house my gear. The Lowepro Slingshot 200 All Weather Backpack has safely transported two camera bodies, 4 lenses, and a collection of accessories cross-country and back and forth to Europe several times. The quality and convenience features have shooting out the this bag a pleasure. I always have quick access, with the sling design, to my D300 body with the Nikon 18-200mm VR II zoom lens.

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