a slightly different focus

…this weekend — indeed, this entire past week-plus — was spent on a photostroll with Gerald and Phillip Saturday, the 31st, testing out my Nikon D300 with various lenses. A great excuse to wander around Middle Georgia, we all agreed.

Gordon’s Grin

Despite its obviously-advanced technical qualities, integrating the D300 into my “everyday-use” schedule has been, well … not so smooth. Indeed, I’ve been having some focus issues in the photographs I’ve taken with both cameras recently — which, despite all my problems (there are many, I assure you), I’m convinced aren’t entirely my fault.

So I’ve been testing various combinations of lenses and cameras to see which work and which don’t, and, hopefully, what I can do about it. I need to know what in my camera bag is up to spec since, quite frankly, I’ve got to be able to do jobs with the equipment I currently have. Another multi-thousand-dollar camera or lens purchase isn’t in the cards right now.

Things Go Better with Coke

Heck, it seems practically no one I know is up for that sort of purchase right now — times are tough for everyone, whether here in Middle Georgia or beyond. But that’s a subject for another posting.

(Near the) End of an Era

This past Saturday, the D300 and all but one of my lenses went out for testing in Macon, South Macon (the airport, especially), and the dual “cities” of Gordon and Ivey, Georgia.

Dockside at Lake Tchukolaho

Further, I borrowed a relatively new lens of Phillip’s — Nikon’s 70-300 VR — for additional testing (with grateful appreciation — thanks, man), resulting in some nice close-ups.

Stream of (White) Gold

Definitely ready for more. As always, no matter the equipment, a great time with my fellow photographers. Thanks to you both.

More to come from these series of photographs, including an explanation for the Stream shot, above, in the coming weeks. Please check back for updates. Thanks.