Nikon D810A ready to capture the beauty of total solar eclipse

Nikon D810A ready to capture the beauty of total solar eclipse

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If you want to capture the beauty of the night sky or total solar eclipse, Nikon D810A is a perfect choice to shoot this rare moment. Nikon claims the D810A suitable for astrophotography and making great video. 

Indonesia will be the "host" for a total solar eclipse or GMT (Gerhana Matahari Total), a very rare natural event on March 9, 2016. If you want to capture the solar eclipse, you will need a special equipment such as binoculars. However, if you are a photographer then you need a camera that has features and technologies been able to perpetuate the eclipse of the sun in a fast and accurate. You can watch later on a screen or printed in color perfectly. It seems you can choose Nikon 810A to use to capture the beauty of the eclipse of the sun or the stars in the night sky.

 

The total solar eclipse in Indonesia, in 2016. Image: bimakuru.com

Nikon D810A is designed exclusively for astrophotography. Nikon claims the D810A guarantees shooting great pictures in 36.3 megapixel with emissions in hydrogen-alpha wavelength. 

This camera also equipped with infrared cut filter (IR), the D810A is four times more sensitive to the spectral line H-alpha (wavelength of about 656 nm) compared to the D810. This particular DSLR is a powerful tool for photographers and captures the true colors of the Universe depth without the need to modify the camera.

If you choose the D810A as new companion to capture the beauty of night sky, you will enjoy a special functions that effective to solve some problems in astrophotography. In addition, the high ISO sensitivity of the camera and the excellent resolution ensure the recovery of all the details in bright colors. Nikon D810 A has 51-point TTL phase detection via Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 11 central sensors; Contrast detection AF in Live View mode.

The 810A is empowered with an FX-format CMOS sensor without optical low-pass filter, realizing superior definition and smooth tonal gradation. This great camera is equipped with the latest image-processing engine, EXPEED 4.  Nikon D810A use the standard ISO range of 200-12800 D810A is extendable up to ISO 51200 (equivalent). The reduction Nikon's 3D noise function ensures sharp images and well defined with high levels of ISO sensitivity.  

 

Nikon D810A. Image: pandadigit.sm

Nikon D810A also features Picture Control 2.0, which is very useful to make your photos more creative, because these features you can use to take complete control over contrast, brightness, sharpening, hue and saturation when shooting stills and video. The Uniform setting provides maximum freedom in post-production: preserves all details of the image and preserves the complete information about the pitch, both for the highlights and for shadows. The Clarity setting lets you precisely adjust contrast and differentiate fine structures.

Besides having the Picture Control 2.0, the D810A is also enriched with D-Movie multi-area. The D810A records Full HD movies (1080p) in FX and DX format at frame rates of 50p / 60p with levels of moiré and false color significantly reduced. The camera offers an HDMI output without compression, in addition to the acquisition of simultaneous high-resolution sequences in the camera or an external recorder.

 

Nikon D810A vs Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Sony A7R. Image: nikonrumors.com

If you want to compare the D810A with another camera, then the closest competitor is the Canon 5D Mark III or Sony A7RII. Of course you still can compare with the Panasonic Lumix GH4, even with the Pentax K5 II. However, if you believe the Nikon claims that the D810A is a camera that can help you to capture the beauty of the universe such as a total solar eclipse, the beauty of the stars in the night sky, photographing the sunset, and the subject of the photos in low light conditions. Of course with the speed of autofocus on this camera, you can also use them to make pictures of action, landscape and portrait.

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If you want to capture the beauty of a total solar eclipse on March 9, 2016 in Indonesia, then you can get complete information on the article as mentioned below:

Total Solar Eclipse, a very rare natural event on March 9, 2016 in Indonesia 

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Canon vs Nikon: fact and myths

Canon vs Nikon: fact and myths

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When a novice photographer will choose his first DSLR camera, then there is a sense of confusion, whether to choose Nikon or Canon? There is a wide range of information already received the new photographer from other photographers about the differences Canon and Nikon cameras. As it turned out, the information is not all based on facts, but some of the myths that could ultimately affect the photographer before taking a decision. I also had an experience that is almost the same.

But I was lucky because I also have a Nikon and Canon cameras, even before the two renowned companies have launched their digital cameras. I really enjoyed using analog SLR cameras, both Canon and Nikon. I saw the pictures produced by both cameras, both when I use to make a portrait, landscape photography, macro photos and action shots.

Sexy girl with Nikon DSLR. Image: pinterest.com

I was satisfied with analog SLR cameras, both Nikon and Canon. Similarly, when I use their DSLR series. According to my friends, when judging the beauty of a photograph is often due to the subjective assessment. Of course, the jury can examine the photos and provide technical assessment according to the science of photography, say scientifically.

There are some myths that may affect you when buying a DSLR camera, is it better to choose a Canon or Nikon? Canon DSLR rumored that if the only suitable for use to make pictures in the studio such as portraits, pre-wedding photo, photographing the models, so the Canon cameras are not so suitable when used outdoors. Nikon also very nice reportedly used for making photographs of landscapes, photographing evidence of criminal events in the scene (CSI). Nikon DSLR is also widely used by the photojournalist.

Nikon sample image. Image: imaging.nikon.com

However, if you watch a football match, racing F1 or Moto GP, and other action sports, you will also see the sports journalists, both of which carry the Canon and Nikon cameras. 

You will also be fascinated by their appearance with a variety of zoom lens or telephoto lens in white or black. The budding photographer must have envied the action of the photojournalist in the sports field.

At the press conference held by politicians or celebrities, you also witnessed a similar scene, where the gossip reporters or other journalists who photographed the press conference with the various versions of professional cameras manufactured by Nikon or Canon. However, it is not always a professional camera or a full-frame camera that you see, was among the reporters, some are using entry-level DSLR cameras, both Canon and Nikon. Perhaps the news agency they have not had the funds to buy them a high-end camera. However, once again the price of the camera is not the main factor to create brilliant photographs. The man behind the camera, that's what counts in the world of photography.

Canon sample image. Image: Putu Agung Wija Putera

If we go back to the myth of the Canon cameras are better used indoors, the fact is that in various photo contests, it was the champion who won the photo contest are those who use digital SLR cameras manufactured by Canon. 

The subjects of their photos include street photography, landscapes, action shots, and of course the portrait of a human or animal. Similarly, the myth of Nikon were definitely very good for landscape photos or outer space, there are many pre-wedding photographs, shooting in the photo studio and other events, was very much the use of DSLR cameras manufactured by Nikon. At various championships or photo competition, you will also watch superb pictures produced from Nikon cameras.

Sexy girl with Canon DSLR. Image: pinterest.com

With the rapid advancement of technology in the world of photography, all the myths that can be refuted by the experience and expertise of the photographer. Additionally, you can fix a photo re-touch or use special software for photo editing, you can even maximize the in-camera editing, without having to use a computer with software that is expensive.

There are a lot of facts and myths about Nikon and Canon, but you are the main controllers of your camera. Make sure you master your camera by always practicing, hunting photos to new places anywhere, discussions with professional photographers in the photography forum, such as online forums on the Internet or join the photography club. You can certainly find a special club or clubs Canon or Nikon camera brand that does not differentiate you. Sign up on photo contest local, national or international is also the best opportunity to eliminate shadows of myths have you heard lately.

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