OK Nikon Samuari's!

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  • 02-24-2005, 11:46 AM
    mtbbrian
    OK Nikon Samuari's!
    So the other group photographers with this "so called camera" has come up with a name of their own and a logo too.
    So I think we should come up with a logo too.
    We were first in organizing ourselves.
    So I challenge all of you Nikon Samuari's to come up with a logo for us!
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:
  • 02-24-2005, 11:59 AM
    Speed
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by mtbbrian
    So the other group photographers with this "so called camera" has come up with a name of their own and a logo too.
    So I think we should come up with a logo too.
    We were first in organizing ourselves.
    So I challenge all of you Nikon Samuari's to come up with a logo for us!
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:

    Samurai's are known for being warriors. So, is there an artist in the group?
    My artwork consists of stick people, which is why I photograph and don't draw or paint!
    :-O

    Something cool.
    Something that represents the warrior spirit.
    Something that shows what it means to be Nikon Samurai.
    :-)
  • 02-24-2005, 12:00 PM
    Arctirus
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    I own both. Does that make me a clan 'o samuari?
  • 02-24-2005, 12:08 PM
    Speed
    I own both.
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Arctirus
    I own both. Does that make me a clan 'o samuari?


    That makes you confused! (And me too for that matter)

    Why, pray tell, do you own both?

    I have met one photographer who used both. Met him at an airshow. He used a Nikon F5 for the bulk of his photography (with a 500mm f4 on a Wimberly head), but he used a Canon EOS 3 for handheld subjects because Nikon's old VR technology wasn't up to Canon's IS. I must admit, I'm curious if he's still using both, or if he sold his Canon gear to buy some of the new Nikon VR lenses.

    But I digress. Please, do tell us why you have both.

    (You can sell those Canon thingies on Ebay you know.) :-O
  • 02-24-2005, 01:00 PM
    another view
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Hey Arctirus - I think we should start our own club! :D Uh oh, now I'm in trouble with both...

    I'm mostly a Nikon shooter but also have a old Canon rangefinder. Nikon did make rangefinders a long time ago (and recently re-released them as collector's items) but they're a little pricey. My Canon is a poor man's Leica...
  • 02-24-2005, 01:32 PM
    DownByFive
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Technically, I own both too...But my Canon is just a p&s...My real camera is NIKON :D
  • 02-24-2005, 02:08 PM
    Arctirus
    Re: I own both.
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Speed
    That makes you confused! (And me too for that matter)

    Why, pray tell, do you own both?

    99% of my shooting is with my 20D (and formerly digital rebel) but I still have my good 'ole Nikon FM around for the occasional black and white film shots.

    I love my 20D with all my heart and couldn't part with it yet at the same time I just don't feel like a "real" photographer without something that says "Nikon" on it in my hand. However the D70 wasn't even a consideration when for my latest purchase; it can't come close to my 20D.
  • 02-24-2005, 02:18 PM
    mtbbrian
    Re: I own both.
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by Arctirus
    99% of my shooting is with my 20D

    Then I'd say you are a "Canon Guy".
    Just my two cents...
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:
  • 02-24-2005, 02:19 PM
    mtbbrian
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by DownByFive
    My real camera is NIKON :D

    That's what matters!
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:
  • 02-24-2005, 02:56 PM
    Speed
    My real camera is NIKON :D
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by DownByFive
    Technically, I own both too...But my Canon is just a p&s...My real camera is NIKON :D


    But of course!!!

    That is the natural order of things!

    ;-)
  • 02-24-2005, 02:59 PM
    Speed
    Re: I own both.
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by mtbbrian
    Then I'd say you are a "Canon Guy".
    Just my two cents...
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:


    I agree, but did you notice that he can't bring himself to part with his Nikon.
    Seems like Paul said much the same thing.
    Hmmm. Makes you wonder, doesn't it?
  • 02-24-2005, 03:02 PM
    mtbbrian
    I know!
    Natalie is the right person for this job!

    Oh Natalie!

    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:
  • 02-24-2005, 08:43 PM
    MJS
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Once you come up with the logo, I can get us a good deal on embroidered shirts. One of my students parents owns a place that does the custom shirt and hat thing and won't charge a set up fee for the artwork.
  • 02-24-2005, 09:38 PM
    DownByFive
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Where's the Samurai membership roster? I need a number!
  • 02-24-2005, 09:38 PM
    mtbbrian
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Thanks MJS,
    But I was only thinking of putting it here, like that "other group"...
    :D :rolleyes: :p ;)
    Brian
    Nikon Samuari #2!
    :cool:
  • 02-24-2005, 10:35 PM
    almo
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    All thise cheese and still no logo. Tisk tisk.

    almo

    BTW I use canon digital, pentax manual, and I am considering a pentax digi to go with all my pentax glass.
  • 02-24-2005, 10:44 PM
    walterick
    Re: I own both.
    Yes, a warrior must be true of spirit.

    I put it out to Natalie awhile back to come with a logo and I think she ignored me :rolleyes: Maybe with enough of us making noise we'll get her attention...

    hhhhhhhhhheyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy naaaatalieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee....
  • 02-24-2005, 11:00 PM
    opus
    Re: I own both.
    OK, my green canon logo is gonna get laughed off of this thread, but in the spirit of friendship and camaraderie (as we Irish are known for, heh heh), I'd like to put forth my idea of what your logo should look like.

    Ours is Irish. I'm seeing yours as Asian (of course). Whereas ours has the clover, I think yours should have a Japanese character (kanji symbol) in strong calligraphy overlaid on a sword. The Character should be encircled with ... um ... a circle, like ours, and the words around the circle should say Nikon Samurai. I'm seeing it as a black or dark brown logo, or possibly black and red.

    Am I creative, or what?

    :-D


    Actually, with the two logos looking different but sharing the same basic structure, I envision it symbolizing our unity of spirit and purpose.
  • 02-24-2005, 11:07 PM
    opus
    Re: I own both.
    Here's the Character:
    = samurai


    Hope this shows up right. (ps. I pulled it off a japanese forum so I hope it's right.)
    http://www.docoja.com/discus/messages/11/1920.html
  • 02-24-2005, 11:40 PM
    LeeIs
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    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Here guys, hope this one works :)
  • 02-25-2005, 12:38 AM
    LeeIs
    1 Attachment(s)
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    Here's one designed to fit perfectly to the sig. ;)
  • 02-25-2005, 03:22 AM
    shrapnel
    Re: OK Nikon Samuari's!
    that's a great logo liban. I was wondering if anyone and everyone could use it. I know i'm new here, but god do i love my nikon D70!!!!! I don't believe I'm a samuraii after only a month or so (well maybe a white belt with a starched whiter than white kimono straight out of the shop :D ) but would just like to show my allegiance in an understated way.

    regards

    chris
  • 02-25-2005, 06:46 AM
    Speed
    Here's one designed to fit perfectly to the sig. ;)
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by LeeIs
    Here's one designed to fit perfectly to the sig. ;)


    I LIKE IT!

    :-D

    Definitely on the right track here!!!
  • 02-25-2005, 06:50 AM
    Speed
    Where's the Samurai membership roster?
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by DownByFive
    Where's the Samurai membership roster? I need a number!


    As the originial Nikon Samurai, and keeper of the official Nikon Samurai list, you are hereby granted the distinction of being Nikon Samurai #14.

    Congratulations and welcome Samurai!!!

    BTW, here's the updated list:

    Nikon Samurai #1. Speed (Robert)
    Nikon Samurai #2. MTB Brian (Brian)
    Nikon Samurai #3. Kokopeli (Brian)
    Nikon Samurai #4. Waltrick (Walter)
    Nikon Samurai #5. Natatbeach (Natalie)
    Nikon Samurai #6. Colorado Amigo (Brian)
    Nikon Samurai #7. Another View (Steve)
    Nikon Samurai #8. MJS (Michael)
    Nikon Samurai #9. Deckcadet (Harrison)
    Nikon Samurai #10. Prbowhay (Penny)
    Nikon Samurai #11. Van A (Harrison)
    Nikon Samurai #12. I Love My Camera (Cori)
    Nikon Samurai #13. Old Timer (Larry)
    Nikon Samurai #14. Down By Five
  • 02-25-2005, 06:56 AM
    Speed
    Thanks Kelly
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by kellybean
    Here's the Character:
    = samurai


    Hope this shows up right. (ps. I pulled it off a japanese forum so I hope it's right.)
    http://www.docoja.com/discus/messages/11/1920.html


    That is really cool. And it shows the real spirit of what photography is all about. We are all out to take/make great photos.