First photo with D70

[Old Timer]

Those first images are always so exciting with a new camera. The D70 is my 7th Nikon over a period of the last 32 years. Bought my first an F body in 1972 still have it and it preforms as well today it did the day I bought it. As a matter of fact I still have all the Nikons I ever aquired, just can't seem to bring myself to part with them. When we get into the this camera vs that camera thing I kind of laugh even though I have been pure Nikon for so many years. It is the eye and mind behind the viewfinder that matters not the equipment. That said I am still very excited about the D70 probably as much as I was when the F body arrived 30 plus years ago. There is so much to learn and process that I wonder if an old timer like myself is up to the challenge. With you and the other here at PR I am sure this is going to be one whale of a ride. Keep posting and sharing your D70 images and newly aquired knowledge.

[frannymac]

Thanks for the comments Peter and Old Timer! Yep I agree it is going to be a STEEP learning curve with this camera but like you Old Timer it is one that I am enjoying! This is my second Nikon camera. I lost my first in a relationship split years back - think I was more upset about the camera ;0). I hadn't really been able to afford another one since so I am excited to be back! I agree with you about the camera debate - though there is something about the Nikon that makes me feel good about taking photos and I suppose that is where your equipment impacts on that whole "it is the eye and mind behind the viewfinder that matters" - if you know what I mean!

I am heading to Mission Beach tomorrow which is promoted in North Queensland, Australia as "where the rainforest meets the sea" so I hope to get some great natural light shots. Tropical Islands, long golden beaches, beautiful lush rainforest - my new toy will be my best friend tomorrow!

Peter - NQ is treating me just fine today - it is the beginning of the most beautiful time of the year up here - gorgeous days at exactly the right temp. The humidity of the summer has left taking the unbearable heat with it - along with an astronomical electricity bill (aircon is my saviour!).

I was thinking - I am jealous of these 'outings' our American friends are taking advantage of - maybe if we can post something to find out how many Aussies there are posting on this board we could see if we can set something up - any thoughts?

Thanks again,

Fran