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!
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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!
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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.
:-)

I own both. Does that make me a clan 'o samuari?

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Originally Posted by Arctirus

I own both. Does that make me a clan 'o samuari?

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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

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...

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

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Originally Posted by Speed

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

Why, pray tell, do you own both?

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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.

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Originally Posted by Arctirus

99% of my shooting is with my 20D

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

My real camera is NIKON :D

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That's what matters!
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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Originally Posted by DownByFive

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

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But of course!!!

That is the natural order of things!

;-)

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Originally Posted by mtbbrian

Then I'd say you are a "Canon Guy".
Just my two cents...
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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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?

Natalie is the right person for this job!

Oh Natalie!

Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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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.

Where's the Samurai membership roster? I need a number!

Thanks MJS,
But I was only thinking of putting it here, like that "other group"...
:D :rolleyes: :p ;)
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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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.

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....

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.

Here's the Character:
侍 = 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

Here guys, hope this one works :)

Here's one designed to fit perfectly to the sig. ;)

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

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Originally Posted by LeeIs

Here's one designed to fit perfectly to the sig. ;)

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I LIKE IT!

:-D

Definitely on the right track here!!!

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Originally Posted by DownByFive

Where's the Samurai membership roster? I need a number!

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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

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Originally Posted by kellybean

Here's the Character:
侍 = 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

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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.

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Originally Posted by mtbbrian

Then I'd say you are a "Canon Guy".
Just my two cents...
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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Still a Nikon guy at heart though. Had Nikon had something even close to the quality the 20D has in the same price range I would have gone for it in a second.

Your friendship and creativity is appreciated Kelly!
Thanks!
Brian
Nikon Samuari #2!
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So far we have two entries.
I like Lee's, but I think Kelly's needs something more, not much, mind you.
Just something that says or shows Nikon.
Brian

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Originally Posted by shrapnel

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

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Experience is not a requirement to be a Nikon Samurai. Neither is longevity on this site. Love of your Nikon gear, THAT is what makes you a Nikon Samurai. And apparently, you qualify! Would you like to be Nikon Samurai #15?

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Originally Posted by Arctirus

Still a Nikon guy at heart though. Had Nikon had something even close to the quality the 20D has in the same price range I would have gone for it in a second.

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Aha! I knew there was still good in you. :-) Somehow, I knew sensed that you were Nikon to the core. I've seen others go to Canon, for various reasons. Some think Canon is better technically. Some think Canon provides better tech support. Some like that the Canon gear is slightly cheaper than Nikon - at the consumer level. (Digital Rebel = $899, D70 = $999).

Top of the line Canon glass is definitely cheaper than Nikon. Canon 600mm f4 = $7200, Nikon 600mm f4 = $9000. Quite a difference. Then again, some think the Nikon glass is worth it. I don't claim to know. I do not, and in all probability, will not, ever buy a 600m f4 lens.

What I like best about Canon is that they make Nikon bring down their prices, and get serious with their new products. The D100 was $2000, until the 10D showed up, then it dropped to $1500. Nikon seemed content to have just the D100 as their consumer level camera, until the Digital Rebel showed up. But when Nikon responded with the D70, I was very impressed! The D70 was the first digital camera to truly impress me.

For me, it's about ergonomics. I love the way my Nikons feel in my hands. The controls are so logical in their placement and function. Shooting with a Nikon is so intuitive and so natural, that it makes shooting with one a piece of cake. I can concentrate on composition, and exposure, and not where is that blasted control is that I'm looking for.

Didn't mean to write an epistle, but it's nice to know that you do appreciate Nikon's like the Samurai's do!

You know, mine was just a suggestion that I hoped someone would take and run with. But I fiddled around in Illustrator just now and came up with a better idea of what I mean, except I don't know where to get a samurai image.

So here's a start:

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Originally Posted by kellybean

You know, mine was just a suggestion that I hoped someone would take and run with. But I fiddled around in Illustrator just now and came up with a better idea of what I mean, except I don't know where to get a samurai image.

So here's a start:

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Kelly,

You are a sweetheart for doing this for us! You can join in on a meeting of the Samurai's anytime. :-)

I was hoping for one that was a little more... animated? Like a picture of a samurai with a sword and a camera round his neck or something. Damn, if I could draw I would bust it out here but I don't think my first grade stick figures would do my imagination any good!

I'd vote for this one though if everyone else agrees.

Rick

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Originally Posted by Speed

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

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I guess that could make me Nikon Samurai #15. BillinAnchorage ... (um .. Bill)
i have a FG, N80, D70. Was a little active two years ago and been lurking the last couple months. Nice to be back. :-)

HAHAHA..... I own both too ...HOW can you leave me out.

BTW...... (you will love this)

A very well known bird photographer has SOLD all his F5's and nikkor glass(many FEET of front elements.. not MM's)

He now shoot a 600F4IS(no more 600F4AFSII) amoung others and CANON DSLR's ..... so I hear(he definately uses canon gear listed though)

His name is Brian E. Small, his father was a leading CALIFORNIA birder/ ornithologist named Arnold Small(who was the first VP of the ABA) and he is the present photo editor of (the ABA's)BIRDING and columnist for wildbird

ABA
http://www.americanbirding.org/abaearly.htm

BIRDING
http://americanbirding.org/pubs/birding/index.html

WILD BIRD
http://www.wildbirdmagazine.com/wb/magazine.aspx

Brian Small's site
http://www.briansmallphoto.com/bio.html

notice his profile image has the dark side over his shoulder... he will update soon :)

Here's about what I was thinking:

Rick..... YOU WIN!!!!!

BTW... GOOGLE "Tod Rex Salvador Arrest" and tell me if you still are a fan of STATIC-X's T-REX

Hey guys! I appreciate it BUT there's a major problem I think - the image I manipulated was NOT MINE! I googled it then went to town. It's not far enough from the original to warrant being my own either. I guess we'll have to wait for one of the Nikon Samurais to take a picture like this so we can manipulate it!

Thanks!

Rick

Hey buddy

I googled everything I could think of and got... nothing. I'm not a big fan of Static-X, just their song push it. Are you thinking of someone else?

Rick

I will send you a few links.....