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Two photographers, Italy and the D80
Photographers from different fields share their impressions
after shooting with the D80 on a trip to Italy.
About shooting in Italy - -
Anyone who takes photos understands the
desire to capture precious moments the instant
H (Hien): Iʼ ve long dreamed of shooting in
they unfold, and the need for a camera with the
Venice. As a photojournalist, I always strive to
speed and precision to be always ready to shoot.
convey the moment just as I see it with my own
eyes. This demands a great amount of footwork
Y: I wa s als o im p res s e d by t he s p ee d an d
to get acquainted with the location, and the time
efficiency of operation. The placement and size
to establish a rapport with the locals. Shooting
of buttons and controls makes them easy to
early in the morning with the D80 left an immediate
use. I also find the menus easy to understand,
impression on me. There was limited light, and
and intuitive to use. The solid feel of the camera
that was comprised of a mixture of natural and
body belies its compact size, it was easy to carry
artificial light. A film camera in such a situation
around and simple to use from the very beginning.
requires complicated use of filters, whereas the
"The D80 is a perfect camera for every aspiring photographer
D80 was able to achieve accurate white balance
and metering under mixed light sources and
and fully capable of satisfying the most demanding."
produce beautiful results.
Y (Yves): I believe shooting in the cafe allowed
H:I use the LCD monitor to confirm what I just
m e t o c l e a r l y ex p r e s s m y f e e l i n g s a b o u t
shot and find the D80ʼs 2.5-inch monitor very easy
the location. I am always exploring how best to
to view. The display is bright, colors are excellent,
express myself based on the inspiration I draw
and the high resolution is a practical benefit.
from the actual scene. And for me, the light is the
I found this combination even helps me confirm
inspiration. I like to control the light in each shot,
sharpness. The playback and preview features
which of course includes capturing the mood
are also easy to operate. You can zoom in or out
of the natural light, while at times also taking
using a single button, and itʼs easy to return to a
advantage of reflected light or using flashes. The
full-frame view. Thereʼs no doubt that the ease of
D80 produced images just as I envisioned them,
operation and quality of display makes the LCD
performing perfectly throughout the trip.
monitor a useful tool, not only for checking shots
Images from the D80 are of the highest quality,
and settings, but also for communicating with the
and I can edit them freely after the shot. The D80
people that Iʼm photographing.
can even perform in-camera editing, which only
adds to the creative possibilities and makes
About the 10.2 megapixel images - -
digital easier and more enjoyable for everyone.
Y: Skin tones really come out great. They are
First impressions of shooting with
accurately reproduced, even when shooting in
the D80 - -
soft light, or people with darker complexions.
Iʼm also pleased with how sharp and clear shots
H: All functions respond immediately. The camera
came out, even when shooting with little light with
is ready to shoot the instant I turn it on, shutter
which to work.
response is excellent, and autofocus is fast and
precise. Speed is of the essence to my style of
H: Even when shooting from the gondola in bright
photography. Thatʼs why the remarkable speed
sunlight, the reds in my subject, the blue sky, and
of the D80 captured my attention right away.
the black of the gondola were all accurately
reproduced. I used the Landscape mode of the
Digi-Vari Programs for this shot, and the outstanding
quality of the contrast, color reproduction and
smooth transitions all caught my eye. Thereʼs no
doubt that the D80ʼs automatic settings can deliver
Yves Paternoster
satisfying results. With automatic settings like
Born in France, Yves studied
this, anyone can take professional-quality photos.
photography i n Amsterdam
a n d b e g a n w o r k i n g a s a
f r e e l a n c e p h o t o g r a p h e r.
"The camera provided satisfying results
Currently living in Amsterdam,
Yves focuses primarily on
that were sharp and clear."
commercial photography.
Cortina dʼAmpezzo
Venice
Portofino
Cinque Terre
Hien Lam Duc
Born in Laos, Hien emigrated
t o France at the age of 16.
He began his career as a
photojournalist with a series
on the Mekong River. Hien
n o w l i v e s i n P a r i s a n d
p h o t o g r a p h s a r o u n d t h e
w o r l d , w i t h p a r t i c u l a r
concentration on Laos.
–
Hien Lam Duc
Impressions after completing the
shoot - -
H: I was particularly taken with the quality of
response, the ease of manual control, and the
flexibility of settings and functions. Autofocus
also delivered the precision Iʼve come to expect
of Nikon SLR cameras. The viewfinder provides a
clear view, and itʼs easy to change focus points to
match the shot.
I shot with the D80 the same way I use my film
bodies, and I felt completely comfortable doing so.
The D80 is a performer that transcends distinctions
between film and digital cameras.
Y: One of the advantages of digital is in how it
smoothes the photographic process. You can
change settings at any time on a digital camera
that are the equivalent of changing the type
of film. A good example of this is the ability to
change sensitivity. Digital is also more efficient
than film. You canʼt confirm what youʼve shot with
film until after developing the film, whereas digital
allows you to accurately confirm whatever you
want as you shoot. This point really struck me as I
shot with the D80.
H: It sounds as though we agree that the D80 is a
perfect camera for every aspiring photographer,
as well as one that is capable of satisfying both
a photojournalist such as me, and a commercial
photographer such as yourself.
–
Yves Paternoster
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