My old and trusty D100.

I bought my first DSLR D100 in yr 2003.Somewhere in Feb,I think.During that time,D100 is the hot intermediate DSLR around.It cost around $2.7k for the body only.And I bought it together with Tamron 17-35 f/2.8-4,Sb28DX flash,Crumpler Bag and some other stuffs.Got lots of boses and big bags.Is my new toy! So excited.

I came across photogrpahy after I got my first digital camera,Nikon coolpix 885.Its a 3.2MP cam.Lots of limitations,lots of noise.The manual that came with it became my first photography manual.Its torn and worn.It contains lots of useful information about learning how to shoot and stuffs.Its a great manual!

Anyway,about my D100.I bought the battery pack subsequently and it provides roughly about 800+ shots from the 2 batts.
The specs of the D100 is as below.



- 6.1 effective megapixels rendering 3,008 x 2,000-pixel images
- Compact and lightweight (weighs approx. 700g/24.7 oz.)
- Low-noise CCD sensor
- 3D Digital Matrix Image Control for precise exposure control, adaptive auto white balance and optimal color accuracy
- High-performance built-in Speedlight with D-TTL flash control
- Three color modes offered for different workflow environments
- Five-Area Autofocus with Dynamic AF operation
- High-speed image processing provided by new one-chip system LSI
- Top shutter speed of 1/4,000 sec. and flash sync speed up to 1/180 sec.
- Plug-and-play USB 1.1 interface for quick computer connection
- On-Demand Grid Lines can be displayable in viewfinder
- Custom Settings can be selectable in the LCD monitor
- Compatible with CompactFlash™ cards Type I and Type II including 512 MB / 1 GB IBM MicroDrive™
- Nikon View 5.1 software (supplied) enables easy transfer and viewing of images on your computer also includes
rudimentary RAW file manipulation and conversion
- Optional Nikon Capture 3 software for excellent image management and remote operation
- Optional Multi Function Battery Pack MB-D100 accepts six 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline) batteries or one or two Li-Ion
batteries for extended shooting capability. Features voice memo recording/playback function, vertical shutter release
button, Command and Sub Command Dials, AF start button and a 10-pin remote terminal

Its still a good camera and I am still using it till now.Can't bear to part with it.

Nikon D200!

D300 has come out!Lots of people selling their D200 now!I would say this is the best time to grab those D200 series alredy! Mai tu liao!Its already quite a big jump from D100 to D200. The auto focus mechanisms,the image quality,I mean the high ISO image, and lots of other stuffs!

Heres some specs of the D200.

-10.2 effective megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor
-Image sensor features high-speed 4-channel data output and a newly developed Optical Low Pass Filter
-Advanced imaging processing engine with color-independent pre-conditioning and digital image processing algorithms
that achieve fine color gradations with exceptionally smooth, consistent transitions
-Newly developed 11-area AF system with selectable 7 wide-area AF mode and effective new focus area options
-3D Color Matrix Metering II with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor ensures accurate exposure control and white balance
-New image optimization modes help produce results more closely matching the intended results
-Near-instant response with 0.15 sec. power-up, 50-millisecond shutter time lag and 105-millisecond viewfinder blackout
-Fast 5 frames per second in bursts of up to 22 consecutive NEF (RAW) or 37 JPEG (Fine-Large) images
-Shutter speeds ranging from 30 to 1/8,000 sec. for full creative control
-Creative in-camera Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure effects
-GPS support for recording location-specific information along with shooting data
-Large 2.5" LCD monitor with ultra-wide 170° viewing angle for clear image preview and easy access to settings and
information, including new RGB Histograms and the new Recent Settings list
-Large new top LCD panel displays a wealth of information on settings and shooting status
-Lightweight, durable magnesium alloy body protected by enhanced sealing system
-Large, bright viewfinder offering 0.94x magnification
-New high-energy EN-EL3e rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers the power to shoot up to 1,800 pictures on a single
charge, and provides detailed battery status information (Battery life figure determined by in-house test parameters)
-Optional MB-D200 battery pack extends shooting capability, enhances stability, and provides the further shooting potential
of added controls
-Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL flash control and full support for Nikon's Creative Lighting System
-Support for the Wireless Transmitter WT-3 enables direct cable-free image transfer to a compatible computer

This D200 can shoot and send pics immediately to a "server" for viewing.Isn't thats nice for any event?