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Title: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 01, 2026, 07:58:23
Post your "blog" contributions here.  No theme (other than what the passage of time creates), no contest implied, a maximum of one picture per day in the actual month for NG Supporters and no more than 8 images per month for NG members.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 01, 2026, 16:26:58
Upcoming Spring


Fujifilm Finepix S3 Pro  Nikkor AF-S 24/1.4 G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 01, 2026, 18:21:37
In the eye of the beholder.

Nikon Zf, 24-70/4S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 01, 2026, 18:58:52
March 1

Museumpark  Rotterdam

Zf   Z 50mm f/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 01, 2026, 19:20:17
Flamingo - Z5ii & AF-S 300mm PF
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 01, 2026, 19:21:12
March 1

Museumpark  Rotterdam

Zf   Z 50mm f/1.8S
Spectacular building Fons!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 01, 2026, 19:22:35
March 1

Museumpark  Rotterdam

Zf   Z 50mm f/1.8S
Great overview, Fons.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 01, 2026, 19:37:20
Thank you Daniel, John!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 01, 2026, 22:38:43
Tonight ... Z5ii & AF-S 300mm PF
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 02, 2026, 08:20:41
Upcoming Spring


Fujifilm Finepix S3 Pro  Nikkor AF-S 24/1.4 G

Strange colour balance John.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 02, 2026, 08:21:51
Tonight ... Z5ii & AF-S 300mm PF

Starry night, not so much snow any longer, spring is coming!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 02, 2026, 10:48:21
Strange colour balance John.
Partly due to the wonders of the Hyper-Utility 3 software ;)  But also my choiche to come close to ancient toerist card photographs from the sixties

You like this one more?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 02, 2026, 12:46:28
I think so the former shows a 'chrome' effect?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 02, 2026, 12:55:05
Shot at an exhibition of the works of Iris van Herpen, kunsthal R'dam.

https://www.irisvanherpen.com/ (https://www.irisvanherpen.com/)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 02, 2026, 13:01:50
One of many pieces



Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 02, 2026, 15:57:53
I love whacky AI edits of my photos
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 02, 2026, 19:51:29
There is a certain similarity :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 02, 2026, 20:42:04
ze moon ;D Z5ii & Z 400mm f/4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 02, 2026, 21:44:12
A part of The Cobbenhage Building of Tilburg University

Fujifilm FInepix E900
First developed with ACR
Second devoped with Hyper-Utility3 
The special fujifilm software Hyper-Utility3  creates a tiff file of 4.864*3.648 (17.7mp) ( a larger file than the Fuji S3-S5)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ColinM on March 02, 2026, 22:12:37
March 1

Museumpark  Rotterdam

Zf   Z 50mm f/1.8S

To me, the effect of the almost pixelated reflection is really effective.
Nicely seen Fons
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Airy on March 02, 2026, 23:43:42
Lille, close to Lille Europe station. Today was abnormally bright.

Zfc + Voigtländer Ultron 35/2 set at 5.6.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 03, 2026, 06:15:48
There is a certain similarity :)


no wonder. it is the edit of a real photo
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 03, 2026, 07:53:33
To me, the effect of the almost pixelated reflection is really effective.
Nicely seen Fons

Thank you Colin!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 03, 2026, 12:17:32
Lille, close to Lille Europe station. Today was abnormally bright.

Zfc + Voigtländer Ultron 35/2 set at 5.6.

  Interesting set of nature's and manmade lines with impact.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 03, 2026, 12:22:35
Options for transportation.
  I had to wait for quite a bit in order to pick up the bus.
  Z6, 35mm 1.4 nonikkor
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: kasperbergholt on March 03, 2026, 17:38:36
Gribskov forrest & Nikon Coolpix P50

(https://bergholt.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/blackwoods-scaled.jpg)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 03, 2026, 20:38:07
Hottest 3 March ever in Netherlands  17 C.. A walk in the park

Fuji S5 Pro   Angenieux 35-70/2.5

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 04, 2026, 07:53:43
Auditorium
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 04, 2026, 08:04:23
Fresh Kerria flower

Fuji S5  Angenieux 35-70
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 04, 2026, 17:23:49
March 4

More yellow

Z fc - Viltrox 9mm f/2.8

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 04, 2026, 17:30:26
Glass artistry - Z5ii & Neo Noct
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 04, 2026, 19:07:21
rediscovering and combining old files



vienna 1919 vs viena 2019
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 04, 2026, 20:22:59
Building starts with Victoria-tower in Tilburg center

Fuji S5 Pro  58/1.4G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 05, 2026, 07:47:31
fabric

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 05, 2026, 10:40:30
Spring feelings - Z5ii & Neo Noct & 16mm Kenko tube
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 05, 2026, 11:49:31
Frank, I like what you have done here.  Lovely matching poses between the statue and the young girl.

rediscovering and combining old files



vienna 1919 vs viena 2019
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 05, 2026, 12:12:09
Frank, I like what you have done here.  Lovely matching poses between the statue and the young girl.

Thank you!!!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 06, 2026, 13:02:20
March 6

through a window

Z7_2   Voigtländer 65mm f/2

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 06, 2026, 18:26:20
Sun and Kerria Japonica

D850  AFS 24/1.4G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 06, 2026, 20:39:57
D200
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 07, 2026, 07:13:20
Alp Wirzweli this morning - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: KarlMera on March 07, 2026, 11:15:00
Varied
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 07, 2026, 13:42:48
Meet M. a wonderful artist and a wonderful kid. It took some time to find this spot. Natural light and everyday background.

  Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 07, 2026, 15:59:05
fabric




love it really love it
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 07, 2026, 16:00:54
yesterday
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 07, 2026, 16:21:12
And a wonderful artist behind the camera as well - I love this image.

Meet M. a wonderful artist and a wonderful kid. It took some time to find this spot. Natural light and everyday background.

  Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 07, 2026, 16:22:12
Meet M. a wonderful artist and a wonderful kid. It took some time to find this spot. Natural light and everyday background.

  Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl

Whats her art Paco?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 07, 2026, 16:22:24
+1

Me too.

Well done Fons.

love it really love it
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 07, 2026, 16:22:46
yesterday

peaceful equilibrium



love it really love it

Thanks
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 07, 2026, 16:27:29
March 7

early, morning cherry

Z fc  Viltrox 9mm f/2.8

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 07, 2026, 18:16:18
Thank you all for the nice comments, really appreciated
Whats her art Paco?

  Dance. Right now doing the last year of professional studies.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 07, 2026, 21:29:08
Lime:  Rental E-bikes

Z9  24/1.4G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 02:02:25
Moonstruck - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 08:38:47
Euphorbia

Z7_2 - TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 08, 2026, 08:50:47
Lime:  Rental E-bikes

Z9  24/1.4G

very nice perspective
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 08, 2026, 08:51:20
Euphorbia

Z7_2 - TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25

Very beautiuful
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 08:59:28
Euphorbia

Z7_2 - TTArtisan 90mm f/1.25
I really like it Fons!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 08, 2026, 09:36:19
Moonstruck - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x

Love this dramatic image!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 09:44:17
Love this dramatic image!
Many thanks Akira and have a nice Sunday!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 08, 2026, 09:54:06
D200, araña saltarina,
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 08, 2026, 10:16:37
very nice perspective
Thanks Frank
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 14:48:53
Alpine spring - Zf & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO Lanthar
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 08, 2026, 15:05:34
rainbow-eyed fly
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 08, 2026, 15:34:09
Diffused moon.  (The orizontal lines are not the effect of the flicker.)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 08, 2026, 16:45:20
Enjoying the Spring sun.

Ricoh GRIII

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55135816141_d04fd3d0cc_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF)GRIII_R0002620 (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF) by Luc de Schepper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/lucdeschepper/), on Flickr
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:19:31
Very beautiuful
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I really like it Fons!

Thanks!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:21:42
Lime:  Rental E-bikes

Z9  24/1.4G

Thats how i know the 24mm f/1.4g.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:24:03
Moonstruck - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x

Good one!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:24:36
Enjoying the Spring sun.

Ricoh GRIII

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55135816141_d04fd3d0cc_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF)GRIII_R0002620 (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF) by Luc de Schepper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/lucdeschepper/), on Flickr

Nice corner of Amersfoort!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:25:40
Diffused moon.  (The orizontal lines are not the effect of the flicker.)

Maybe from shutters at a crack! ;)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 08, 2026, 17:26:19
rainbow-eyed fly

I like your insects Arturo!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 08, 2026, 17:51:28
Moonstruck - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x
Very nice e composition.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 18:15:02
Many thanks Fons and Bent
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 08, 2026, 18:46:04
Nice corner of Amersfoort!
Thanks Fons. After living here for 22 years I know the photo hotspots :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 08, 2026, 19:51:17
Enjoying the Spring sun.

Ricoh GRIII

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55135816141_d04fd3d0cc_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF)GRIII_R0002620 (https://flic.kr/p/2s1ateF) by Luc de Schepper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/lucdeschepper/), on Flickr

Luc the GR III delivers very detailed and sharp photos. And of course you know how to drive it...
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: kasperbergholt on March 08, 2026, 19:51:55
Nikon Coolpix P50 - from my Flora Excursoria Hafniensis (https://bergholt.net/flora) series ...

(https://bergholt.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/imagine-this.jpg)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 08, 2026, 20:19:22
Thanks Daniel. The GRIII is my favorite camera. Amazing quality in such a small package. For documentary and street it's a great choice.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 08, 2026, 20:34:54
Nikon Coolpix P50 - from my Flora Excursoria Hafniensis series ...

(https://bergholt.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/imagine-this.jpg)
Great shot.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 08, 2026, 22:06:23
I like your insects Arturo!

Thank you, a cordial greeting Fons
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 08, 2026, 22:20:16
Nikon Coolpix P50 - from my Flora Excursoria Hafniensis series ...

  Interesting take. Thank you for sharing it!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 08, 2026, 22:21:40
John, I like your use of the 24mm 1.4g very much. Shows the character of both the lens and the bike. Lovely enviromental portrait
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 08, 2026, 22:23:35
I took the D3S for a spin with the 80-200 2.8 ed two ring version and had a blast.

  Playa de la Victoria, Cadiz
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 09, 2026, 00:09:27
D200,
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 09, 2026, 00:46:54
In Tokyo, it will be a little colder again this week, but the magnolias look well ready to bloom.

Ais Nikkor 400mm/f5.6@f8.0 on SIGMA fp.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 09, 2026, 07:48:52
March 9

one lemon

Z7_2  - Nikkor Z 105mm f/2.8vrS

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 09, 2026, 11:37:11
March 9

one lemon

Z7_2  - Nikkor Z 105mm f/2.8vrS

SOUR TIMES
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 09, 2026, 11:38:21
Nikon Coolpix P50 - from my Flora Excursoria Hafniensis series ...



I really really love your work. Keep them coming and put them in musems too
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 09, 2026, 11:39:16
John, I like your use of the 28mm 1.4g very much. Shows the character of both the lens and the bike. Lovely enviromental portrait
24mm 1.4G ???
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: kasperbergholt on March 09, 2026, 12:52:46
Great shot.

Thank you!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 09, 2026, 13:50:55
24mm 1.4G ???

 Oops, thank you Frank, already changed in the original post
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 09, 2026, 13:54:35
A proposition for a student's dance piece. We are right now selecting the images.

  Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 09, 2026, 15:12:00
Oops, thank you Frank, already changed in the original post

The 24 has an outstanding geometrical correction I have not seen in any other Wide Angle Nikkor so far AND it features a very high color fidelity over a huge range of lighting situation and complicated colors like purple, orange and certain greentones, all at the edge of the gamut ability of most recording media. Yet that is a very subjective evaluation mostly based on my extensive use with the D3, D500 and the D850 indoors and outdoors. The D600 is no reference point, because it has color gamut issues of its own.

The D850 is still my reference point in color fidelity when it comes to recording media. I am evaluating the Z9 now and will see if she matches the D850 in this respect ...
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 09, 2026, 18:54:54
John, I like your use of the 24mm 1.4g very much. Shows the character of both the lens and the bike. Lovely enviromental portrait
Thanks Paco
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 09, 2026, 18:56:39
Magnolia starts flowering now here ;)

Nikon D2h   AFS 24-70/2.8G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 09, 2026, 20:03:55
The 24 has an outstanding geometrical correction I have not seen in any other Wide Angle Nikkor so far AND it features a very high color fidelity over a huge range of lighting situation and complicated colors like purple, orange and certain greentones, all at the edge of the gamut ability of most recording media. Yet that is a very subjective evaluation mostly based on my extensive use with the D3, D500 and the D850 indoors and outdoors. The D600 is no reference point, because it has color gamut issues of its own.

The D850 is still my reference point in color fidelity when it comes to recording media. I am evaluating the Z9 now and will see if she matches the D850 in this respect ...
Yes I agree with the special qualities of the 24/1.4G Geometry,  colours and off course it's beautiful rendering and bokeh which looks like the 58G. Also the close focus of 25cm is a pré.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 09, 2026, 22:55:01
small flower, today in the orchard of Murcia.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 10, 2026, 00:46:55
Visual compression.

  D3S, 80-200 2.8 D, two ring version
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 10, 2026, 07:36:46
SOUR TIMES

Well ripened lemons arenot that sour, they have a certain sweetness.
Mix the juice with sodiumbicarbonate and hot water for a morning starter!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 10, 2026, 07:38:04
Have a seat

Zf  Voigtländer 35mm f/2 apo

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 10, 2026, 16:11:25
by the way
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 10, 2026, 16:15:36
Wait! Where you're going?
Zf & Neo Noct @ f/2.2
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 10, 2026, 17:04:05
Spring in the park

Nikon D2h   AFS 24-70/2.8G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: KarlMera on March 10, 2026, 18:02:35
Sunset
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 10, 2026, 22:51:31
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

 Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Airy on March 10, 2026, 22:58:14
sure. Quite extraordinary. Who cares about gravity?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 10, 2026, 23:07:28
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

 Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Guapa esa foto de baile,  con los pies en el aire.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 10, 2026, 23:25:50
greenish-white butterfly
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 11, 2026, 00:02:51
Guapa esa foto de baile,  con los pies en el aire.
sure. Quite extraordinary. Who cares about gravity?

  Thank you both. I do like people floating  :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 11, 2026, 01:35:58
+1

 ;D ;D ;D

sure. Quite extraordinary. Who cares about gravity?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: toups on March 11, 2026, 02:33:11
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

 Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Wow! Was this a single shot or a selection from a burst?  Either way, quite impressive shot and the dancers are in perfect sync!  Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 11, 2026, 03:35:51
Phantastic timing and shot Paco!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 11, 2026, 09:36:18
Thank you all,

  It was the third attempt but a single shot. For this one I was laying on the floor to better accentuate the flying sensation. They are trained dancers. The big help comes from the nearly lag free viewfinder and trigger response of the Z9. After trying Birna's camera on a dance class I was sold.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 11, 2026, 10:52:47
Great shot I love it Paco!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 11, 2026, 10:56:59
Light

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 11, 2026, 11:16:56
Men @ work - Zf & AF-S 300mm PF
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 11, 2026, 11:33:02
Light
Absolutely love it Fon!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 11, 2026, 12:16:25
Thank you all,

  It was the third attempt but a single shot. For this one I was laying on the floor to better accentuate the flying sensation. They are trained dancers. The big help comes from the nearly lag free viewfinder and trigger response of the Z9. After trying Birna's camera on a dance class I was sold.

That's right, "blame" me :)

Excellent demonstration of what Z9 in hands of a skilled photographer can achieve.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: toups on March 11, 2026, 12:42:01
Thank you all,

  It was the third attempt but a single shot. For this one I was laying on the floor to better accentuate the flying sensation. They are trained dancers. The big help comes from the nearly lag free viewfinder and trigger response of the Z9. After trying Birna's camera on a dance class I was sold.

Now that you mention it, I see that the photo was taken from the floor looking up.  Didn't realize this at first glance but now it is obvious.  Definitely the point of view dramatically improves the photo.  Great planning for a dramatic composition.   I am in awe at what good planning, composition and execution can accomplish.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 11, 2026, 15:34:45
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

Timing, composition, lighting and skilled students. Amazing work, Paco!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 11, 2026, 16:38:01
Light

Thank you Daniel.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 11, 2026, 18:09:00
Phantastic timing and shot Paco!
Yes beautifully done !
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 11, 2026, 18:19:29
Kerria

Pentax K200d   Asahi Super-Takumar 58/1.8  (with a M42-Pentax adapter)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bruno Schroder on March 11, 2026, 20:10:24
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

Waow, what a shot!!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 11, 2026, 20:51:32
Thank you all, I´m very happy you enjoy it.
  Yes Birna, I "blame" you  ;D and thank you  ;)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on March 11, 2026, 22:02:09
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

 Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl


you captured a phantastic scene, congrats
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: armando_m on March 12, 2026, 01:05:04
Another congrats to Paco for his floating students !

Downtown
x-t3 Sigma 56 f/1.4 at f/11
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: pluton on March 12, 2026, 05:57:50
by the way
Interesting image...this bears repeat viewing!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 12, 2026, 08:54:42
Wet wet wet! Zf & Voigtländer 28mm & remote Godox V350N
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 12, 2026, 11:05:20
it looks like this one is the one they are going to pick.

 Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl

great concept an execution
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 12, 2026, 14:45:49
Closeup - Zf & Neo Noct
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 12, 2026, 17:28:43
Zoef

Pentax K200d   Asahi Super-Takumar 58/1.8  (with a M42-Pentax adapter)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 12, 2026, 19:29:02
That 58mm is also a lovely lens John
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 12, 2026, 20:41:22
That 58mm is also a lovely lens John
Thanks Daniel.  Yes, the Super-takumar is a great lens.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 13, 2026, 07:27:10
Have a nice day - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5
Sorry for the poor long lens technique - wanted to capture the fleeting moment in a rush through my opened window and forgot the thermal effects with a temperature differential of 20 DegC.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 13, 2026, 08:06:03
A small bit of sun

Pentax K200D   Cyclop 85/1.5  (with M42 adapter)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 13, 2026, 08:08:30
Superb vintage rendering John!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 13, 2026, 16:12:37
Earlier this week the temperature was in the teens and the snow was gone. It must be Friday 13th....

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 13, 2026, 18:29:12
Superb vintage rendering John!
Thanks Daniel
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 13, 2026, 18:31:33
Earlier this week the temperature was in the teens and the snow was gone. It must be Friday 13th....

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
That looks pretty cold, Ian.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 13, 2026, 22:58:23
Only just below freezing, John. That made for heavy, wet snow that is a bugger hard work to shovel. We received several inches.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 14, 2026, 06:31:42
I like it warmer than that - Zf & Voigt 28mm APO @ f/2.8
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 14, 2026, 13:41:59
Zoef

Pentax K200d   Asahi Super-Takumar 58/1.8  (with a M42-Pentax adapter)




I love your cat shots
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 14, 2026, 15:36:22



I love your cat shots

Thanks Frank. 

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 14, 2026, 15:37:49
Helping with the sewing ...

Nikon Zf   Cyclop 85/1.5  (with M42-Z adapter)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 14, 2026, 16:30:27
Yesterday I visited a printing facility during the yearly opening for interested parties.

Ricoh GRIII

(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55146022139_85a372cf76_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2s24M8a)GRIII_R0002640 (https://flic.kr/p/2s24M8a) by Luc de Schepper (https://www.flickr.com/photos/lucdeschepper/), on Flickr
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 14, 2026, 17:30:51
Skyline Demen

D850  ais 400mm f/5.6
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 14, 2026, 20:31:51
Moody - Zf & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 14, 2026, 23:13:25
Moody - Zf & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0


you make good use of your new gem
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 14, 2026, 23:22:49
Many thanks Frank
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 15, 2026, 04:40:05
Comics festival - Zf & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 @ f/2.8
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 15, 2026, 10:03:39
Pink Roses

Zf  Cyclop  85/1.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hugh_3170 on March 15, 2026, 12:05:58
John, my late grandmother would have been in love with this image had she seen it.

Quite painterly.

Pink Roses

Zf  Cyclop  85/1.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 15, 2026, 12:39:56
Guapa - AF-S 58mm f/1.4 @ f/2.2
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 15, 2026, 13:49:21
John, my late grandmother would have been in love with this image had she seen it.

Quite painterly.
Thanks Hugh!!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 15, 2026, 14:17:02
Hello. Does anyone know what that beam of light is? It started appearing on my D750 this morning. The camera has a problem; all the photos come out with that ray of light.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 15, 2026, 20:56:20
Thank you again for the warm welcome to the floating people  :)

   John, thank you for the treat on cyclops and asahi super-takumar
   Daniel, that 58 neo-noct, specially the peacock, such  beautiful rendering


  Here, late evening alien's landing place
    Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ann on March 16, 2026, 00:43:07
Quote
Does anyone know what that beam of light is? It started appearing on my D750 this morning. The camera has a problem; all the photos come out with that ray of light.

It looks very much like something we would see if there was a pinprick-hole in the bellows of a folding film-camera so could there be a hole in the shell of the imaging chamber in your camera?

However, I have never seen anything like that in a digital camera.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 16, 2026, 06:27:09
D500 1.4/24G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 16, 2026, 07:28:49
Very nice Frank!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 16, 2026, 10:08:55
It looks very much like something we would see if there was a pinprick-hole in the bellows of a folding film-camera so could there be a hole in the shell of the imaging chamber in your camera?

However, I have never seen anything like that in a digital camera.
Hello. I think the shutter is broken. I'll think about whether to replace it or buy another camera. Best regards.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 16, 2026, 11:14:47
Thank you again for the warm welcome to the floating people  :)

   John, thank you for the treat on cyclops and asahi super-takumar
   Daniel, that 58 neo-noct, specially the peacock, such  beautiful rendering

Thanks Paco
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 16, 2026, 16:12:33
Ready

Zf  Voigtländer 40mm f/1.2
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 16, 2026, 19:40:15
WWII Technology still going strong - pocket watch 1944.
I love precise mechanics - the watch deviates less than +10sec/ day.
Zf & Voigtländer APO 28mm f/2.0 & remote Godox V350
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 16, 2026, 20:20:38
Tonight I got slightly carried away - Zf & Kenko Extension Tube 16mm & Meyer - Optik Görlitz Trioplan 1:2,9/50
Lens from 1930 captures watch from 1944  :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 16, 2026, 22:19:08
Brother and Sister

Zf  Cyclop 85/1.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 16, 2026, 22:23:58
Brother and Sister

Zf  Cyclop 85/1.5
What a lovely pair - well captured John!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 16, 2026, 22:55:13
C. is concentrated on the rehearsal. Low light levels on the theater needed the Z9 and 58mm 1.4 at full throttle, iso 3200 and 1/80seconds of exposure.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 17, 2026, 05:23:13
Almost there.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 17, 2026, 07:14:49
Beautiful blooming Akira!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 17, 2026, 11:19:57
The early bird … Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 17, 2026, 15:00:53
I don't remember the camera or the lens.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 17, 2026, 16:26:47
What a lovely pair - well captured John!
Thanks Daniel.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 17, 2026, 16:28:40
March 17

Flowerbud on apple tree backdrop of yellow pilewort

Z7_2  Voigtländer 65m f/2 apo

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 17, 2026, 16:29:44
Narcissus

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 17, 2026, 16:30:36
Brother and Sister

Zf  Cyclop 85/1.5

Lovely well-posed like statues :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 17, 2026, 18:21:41
Thanks Fons.   They are trained    ;D
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 17, 2026, 18:22:24
Pink Roses

Z9  Nikkor 400/5.6 ED K
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 17, 2026, 18:36:30
Introducing Kim, artist, from my long term project "females in art"

tech: Nikon Z6 with Z1.2/50S @f/2.2
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 17, 2026, 19:40:09
Lovely portrait, Frank
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 17, 2026, 20:17:26
D40
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 17, 2026, 22:55:37
When possible, live music is the way to go. It offers a new perspective. Everything feels more human, natural, emotional and alive.

  Z9, 58mm 1.4g
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Airy on March 17, 2026, 23:52:43
Lille, Jardin des Géants
Zfc, Voigt APO Ultron 35/2 @f/4
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 18, 2026, 05:07:19
Last night was quite clear - Zf & Voigtländer 50mm f/2.0 APO @ f/2.0; 4"; ISO 6'400
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 18, 2026, 07:44:35
Lovely portrait, Frank
It is a series both of us are quite happy with
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 18, 2026, 11:02:36
Plenty of sun and fish, a nice place to be a cat.

  Z50II, 28mm f2 ai (with CPU)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 18, 2026, 20:09:03
a more experimental shot of the portait session
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 18, 2026, 21:13:10
Another take on the pink roses....
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Luc on March 18, 2026, 22:33:44
Last night was quite clear - Zf & Voigtländer 50mm f/2.0 APO @ f/2.0; 4"; ISO 6'400
Beautiful.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 01:09:47
Many thanks Luc,

I did a quick comparison between Voigt 50 APO and the Z 50 f/1.8 S in the same setting.

The Voigtländer is sharper for night photography.

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 19, 2026, 03:41:55
Last night was quite clear - Zf & Voigtländer 50mm f/2.0 APO @ f/2.0; 4"; ISO 6'400


the Voigt Series holds you captivated
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 07:13:36
On the way to the hockey match last night - Zf & Voigt 28mm f/2.0
Frank you're right the Voigtländers are nice to work with.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 19, 2026, 08:07:43
a more experimental shot of the portait session

Interesting portrait series Frank
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 19, 2026, 09:21:16
On the way to the hockey match last night - Zf & Voigt 28mm f/2.0
Frank you're right the Voigtländers are nice to work with.

Not to spoil the joy. Make sure your Voigtländers are properly centered stories going round of misalignment.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 09:29:48
Hi Fons, good point - so far I didn't notice anything obvious but would you mind to share how you check the centering?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 19, 2026, 10:59:54
Take a photograph of a flat object like a wall, a building etc. with a central focuspoint at different apertures, check for inconsequential differences left or right, top or bottom.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 12:30:28
Thanks Fons, I'll test and report back if I find anything.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 12:34:30
Hen as my 'guinea pig' for the Laowa 180mm APO on the Z5ii using bird AF
The hair color and cut reminds me of somebody... ;D
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 19, 2026, 16:40:36
We all know that bumblebees can't fly—except for the bumblebee
Z5ii & Laowa 180 Macro
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 19, 2026, 23:15:53
Relaxing by the water.

  Z6, 28mm f2 ai -with CPU-
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 19, 2026, 23:42:20
D40, NIKKOR 300mm 4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 20, 2026, 14:09:48
March 20

tulips

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 20, 2026, 16:35:00
Interesting portrait series Frank
Thank you, Fons
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 20, 2026, 18:44:32
A bit of sun

Nikon D3X  AFS 24/1.4G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 20, 2026, 20:11:40
Beauty on the streets of Como - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 20, 2026, 22:14:47
Good morning.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 20, 2026, 22:20:12
Lovely atmosphere Akira
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 20, 2026, 22:26:25
Lovely atmosphere Akira

Thank you, Daniel!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 21, 2026, 01:02:25
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the museum.

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 21, 2026, 07:24:45
Streets of Como - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 21, 2026, 08:23:45
Streets of Como - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO

You wouldnt say ;) Tourists?
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 21, 2026, 08:44:46
10 Years ago...

D600 AF-D 85/1.4
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 21, 2026, 10:33:48
Street again  ;D iPhone 12 mini
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on March 21, 2026, 10:49:23
Street again  ;D iPhone 12 mini

haha, the Buzz and the lady have matching outfits
I like it
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 21, 2026, 18:55:57
March 21

signs of spring

The firebug,

Pyrrhocoris apterus

Z7_2   Z105mm f/2.8 vrs

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 21, 2026, 20:49:14
D40X
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 22, 2026, 00:47:22
Binary transportation.

 
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 22, 2026, 03:04:22
The downside to visiting the Royal Ontario Museum during March Break is the crowds.

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 22, 2026, 04:02:41
let us use the red light to cross the street!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 22, 2026, 05:56:24
Lucerne pier - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 22, 2026, 08:25:48
The other day

willow weep

Zf  Voigtländer 35mm f/2


Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 22, 2026, 18:51:52
drive by shooting
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 22, 2026, 19:48:21
Landfill mountain...

D3x  AFS 24/1.4 G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: kasperbergholt on March 22, 2026, 20:01:50
Nikon D200 & a broken metro screen

(https://bergholt.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/stage2data-standard-v2-2x-scaled.jpeg)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 22, 2026, 20:02:59
Eyes - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 23, 2026, 06:47:43
Nice garden restaurant - Z5ii & Voigt 28mm APO @ f/2.0
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 23, 2026, 07:23:22
https://www.facebook.com/groups/artfactory/posts/2755068128160001/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/artfactory/posts/2755068128160001/)


Kim adverized my services and because the encounter was so nice I am really enthused to do more portraits for money again. Attached you find a photo of another visit to another artist in January 02026
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 23, 2026, 09:53:25
blue car sunny day

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 23, 2026, 14:35:33
Cádiz's train station.

 Z6, 200mm f4 ai
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 23, 2026, 18:42:01
Walk along the river - Z8 & Z400mm f/4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 23, 2026, 19:09:37
Highland cows help the nature.   Huis ter Heide: Loon op Zand

D3x  24/1.4G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 23, 2026, 21:08:31
D200, Freesia, Iridaceae.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 24, 2026, 00:10:02
Hands.

 Z9, 105mm 1.4
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 24, 2026, 09:57:21
Organ - Z8 & Voigt 28
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 24, 2026, 13:22:36
Election Day in Denmark
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 24, 2026, 13:23:35
Organ - Z8 & Voigt 28
Nice little organ
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 24, 2026, 13:24:28
Hands.

 Z9, 105mm 1.4
Interesting ;)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 24, 2026, 14:31:03
Thank you Bent. Improvisation is "image fishing" time  :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 24, 2026, 15:55:18
Walk along the river - Z8 & Z400mm f/4.5
Nice birds, well captured.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 24, 2026, 17:22:17
Cherry blossoms.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on March 24, 2026, 17:31:10
Hands.

 Z9, 105mm 1.4

on the right side, the hand that grabs the other arm makes the scene look dangerous
good picture
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 24, 2026, 18:16:59
March 24

blossom

Zf  Voigtländer 40mm f/1.2

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 24, 2026, 19:11:18
drive by shooting in reverse
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 24, 2026, 19:28:26
Nice little organ
Many thanks Bent
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 25, 2026, 12:31:25
Cherry blossoms.
shabby shed on street corner???
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 25, 2026, 12:36:07
drive by shooting in reverse

Perfect timing!

shabby shed on street corner???

Possibly.  The main house is right behind the shed.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 25, 2026, 14:01:13
Perfect timing!
thank you, Akira. I loved the lighting on the facade and then I saw the person on the Lime Scooter and said: "you are my missing link!"
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 25, 2026, 19:14:53
Rainy and boring day

D2h  AFS 24-70/2.8 G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 25, 2026, 19:49:35
Goose - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 25, 2026, 22:51:44
D750, today
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 26, 2026, 05:08:24
I like your beautiful flower Arturo
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 26, 2026, 06:12:23
Morning glow - Z8 & Z 400mm f/4.5 & TC 1,4x
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 26, 2026, 12:24:01
Half and half. I had to work a little to get the window light and the background split in two but I'm happy with the result here.
Meet J. a wonderful piano player, always ready to jump in and help with whatever we invented that day. Handsome fella too.

  Z50II, 85mm 1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 27, 2026, 07:38:36
Back to dreaded winter - Z5ii & Laowa 180mm APO Macro
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: KarlMera on March 27, 2026, 11:39:27
Baroque music
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 27, 2026, 13:54:22
I like your beautiful flower Arturo
Thank you, greetings Daniel
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 27, 2026, 13:57:10
D750,
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 27, 2026, 15:34:45
Beautiful graphics and isolation of the subjects Arturo
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 27, 2026, 20:03:41
my artificial sun - Z5ii & Meyer-Optik-Görlitz Trioplan 100 & 10mm + 16mm Kenko Extension Tubes
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 27, 2026, 23:09:31
Bees in love,
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 27, 2026, 23:11:35
Beautiful graphics and isolation of the subjects Arturo
Thanks, Paco. They're wildflowers; they grow in my garden.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 27, 2026, 23:35:22
Kerria Japonica

Pentax K200D   AF-D   Nikkor 50/1.4
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 28, 2026, 00:23:06
Kerria Japonica

Pentax K200D   AF-D   Nikkor 50/1.4

  Love the use of the lens character into the image's feel and composition.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 28, 2026, 00:27:26
I find most interesting the way we look at each other.

  Z9, 70-200 2.8 fl
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Hans_S on March 28, 2026, 00:50:09
I find most interesting the way we look at each other.

Wonderful! I think we need a thread on "the side glance", there is always a story as to why.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 28, 2026, 03:03:17
The inside view of the original entrance to the Royal Ontario Museum.

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 28, 2026, 06:10:18
Beautiful Ian!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 28, 2026, 06:11:32
Clear air last night - Z5ii & Voigtländer 50mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 28, 2026, 08:30:31
Piece of cheese

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Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 28, 2026, 10:16:40
  Love the use of the lens character into the image's feel and composition.

Thanks Paco
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 28, 2026, 10:20:59
The pink roses in the sun

Pentax K200D   AF-D   Nikkor 50/1.4
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 28, 2026, 13:20:16
red car blue facade

Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 28, 2026, 13:49:48
D750,

Nice portrait of an Erodium. Possibly E. botrys, however alternative IDs may exist.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: golunvolo on March 28, 2026, 15:39:28
Wonderful! I think we need a thread on "the side glance", there is always a story as to why.

Thank you. The story here is one of a long term friendship, love and respect. They are both professionals that worked together for years and now only se each other briefly, such is life. Their energy and good humor is contagious  :D
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 28, 2026, 16:02:49
I will only bring one camera and a 50mm standard lens...


 ::)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 28, 2026, 18:45:39
Nice portrait of an Erodium. Possibly E. botrys, however alternative IDs may exist.
Hi Birna, in a book I have about the flora of the Maria region, it appears as: Erodium malacoides. Here it's popularly called: (PINS) ALFILERES. They are very delicate plants and the flowers are small, like tiny stars.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 28, 2026, 19:18:32
Adequate? Z5ii & Voigti-Chron 28
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: kasperbergholt on March 28, 2026, 20:25:44
(https://bergholt.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/synthetic-flower.jpg)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 28, 2026, 20:58:04
Rainbow-eyed fly, marking its territory.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 28, 2026, 21:55:40
Good morning.  It is only a few minutes in which the rising sun can be captured in this color.

SIGMA fp, Ai Nikkor 400mm f5.6 ED IF@f8.0.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on March 28, 2026, 22:51:13
see next post, mods pls delete
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Thomas Stellwag on March 28, 2026, 22:56:44
Good morning.  It is only a few minutes in which the rising sun can be captured in this color.

SIGMA fp, Ai Nikkor 400mm f5.6 ED IF@f8.0.

great picture, the geometry and the colour contrast of sun and shadow

"sun online"
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 29, 2026, 03:45:07
Beautiful Ian!

Thank you, Daniel.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 29, 2026, 03:45:46
I will only bring one camera and a 50mm standard lens...

You are going to need a bigger camera bag....
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 29, 2026, 10:46:04
Cacciatore  ;D Z5ii & Voigt 28 Chron
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 29, 2026, 18:03:54
On a trip to Sweden (Pulken) I got this nice Red Kite (Milvus milvus).
Z8 Z100-400 f4.5-5.6 plus 1.4 converter @560mm f8.0
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Lars Hansen on March 29, 2026, 20:29:23
On a trip to Sweden (Pulken) I got this nice Red Kite (Milvus milvus).
Z8 Z100-400 f4.5-5.6 plus 1.4 converter @560mm f8.0

Very nice, Bent!  I'm still learning to handle my Z100-400 + Z7 combo. It's a great lens, but a shot like yours would probably be a bit of a challenge with my skills and the AF in the Z7. However, works well for birds resting .. like this shot from yesterday of a kestrel looking out of a nest box where they have chicks. Shot @300mm f5.6.   
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on March 29, 2026, 21:10:43
Very nice, Bent!  I'm still learning to handle my Z100-400 + Z7 combo. It's a great lens, but a shot like yours would probably be a bit of a challenge with my skills and the AF in the Z7. However, works well for birds resting .. like this shot from yesterday of a kestrel looking out of a nest box where they have chicks. Shot @300mm f5.6.
Thank you Lars.
Yes the AF system is better on the Z8, but you have nailed the focus on the bird, in spite of all the branches between you and the bird.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 29, 2026, 21:59:22
Empty lake on Regte Heide

Zf  Nikkor AIS 35-200/3.5-4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Ian Watson on March 29, 2026, 23:29:45
The seats to watch the video about sharks were taken. So my daughter found her own space.

Nikon Zf, 35/1.8S
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 30, 2026, 06:26:36
At the river in Lucerne - Z5ii & Voigtländer 28mm f/2.0 APO
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Jürgen Pfeiffer on March 30, 2026, 15:43:36
And still no sign of spring...

Nikon Zfc, 400mm f4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 30, 2026, 17:39:43
But helps for superb images Jürgen
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Jürgen Pfeiffer on March 30, 2026, 18:06:10
But helps for superb images Jürgen
Merci vielmol, Daniel. By now it's sunny  :)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 30, 2026, 19:33:46
Apparently there still is no spring in sight?

It was snowing heavily this morning. As demonstrated by this snapshot of daffodils taken with the 55/1.2 Nikkor-O on my Z fc.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 30, 2026, 21:57:38
Beautiful, Birna
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 30, 2026, 21:58:56
A walk on the Regte Heide

Zf  AIS 35-200/3.5-4.5
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 30, 2026, 23:22:50
D750, hoopoe
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 31, 2026, 07:38:49
Wow - very nice Arturo!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 31, 2026, 08:25:35
Apparently there still is no spring in sight?

It was snowing heavily this morning. As demonstrated by this snapshot of daffodils taken with the 55/1.2 Nikkor-O on my Z fc.
I love the rendering of this lens
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 31, 2026, 08:52:29
Winter is definitely back - Z5ii & Neo Noct
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 31, 2026, 08:58:43
Even the crows hate it..
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 31, 2026, 11:40:05
Winter is definitely back - Z5ii & Neo Noct

Cool shot, literally!
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Akira on March 31, 2026, 13:11:10
Reading outdoors.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: John Geerts on March 31, 2026, 15:13:33
Winter is definitely back - Z5ii & Neo Noct
Great shot, Daniel
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on March 31, 2026, 18:55:36
Many thanks Akira and John
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Fons Baerken on March 31, 2026, 21:27:28
March 31

Somewhere in Copenhagen

Zf  28mm f/2
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Birna Rørslett on March 31, 2026, 22:30:10
Our current world is a twisted reality. Time to wake up.

(in-camera view,  IR. Panasonic GF1, Lumix 20mm f/1.7 II)
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on March 31, 2026, 22:32:43
Z9 & AF-S 1.8/85mm G
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: ARTUROARTISTA on March 31, 2026, 23:40:15
Wow - very nice Arturo!
Thanks, Daniel. The hoopoes are breeding in the garden, and you can see them moving around.
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Frank Fremerey on April 01, 2026, 04:16:19
I love the creamy raw files
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: aerobat on April 01, 2026, 06:29:59
Portrait of waitress - Z5ii & Neo Noct
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on April 01, 2026, 08:25:55
March 31

Somewhere in Copenhagen

Zf  28mm f/2
Nice find
Title: Re: March 2026
Post by: Bent Hjarbo on April 01, 2026, 08:27:41
Our current world is a twisted reality. Time to wake up.

(in-camera view,  IR. Panasonic GF1, Lumix 20mm f/1.7 II)
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