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Although the D70 satisfies many of my requirements, especially in the personal usage department, I decided that the D2X would suit my professional and lust requirements.

After long hours of research and separating desire from practicality, I decided on a D2Hs.

Reasons: For 99% of my work requirements the need for 12 megapixel is zero and I do still have the D70 (and maybe a D200 at some point). The D2X’s differential, other than the 12M, would be multiple exposures to one image and overlay - this can be achieved in software such as PS - so no loss.

The D2Hs can use WT-2, does have CAM2000 and most importantly, for me, mirror lock and mirror delay.

So at 02:41 this morning I purchased a D2Hs - cost? $4,050.00.

When I receive the camera I will write a personal review

Well, Congratulation for joining the D2 series club!
Local buy or O/S buy? hope and wish you'll get it soon.

2.41am? Just proves the early bird catches the worm. Congrats, back in the pro series.

Local buy Birdie - DigitalRev were asking $4,800 buy it now plus the chance of gst on bringing it in.

I know that some will raise the warranty issue - warranty is something that I have never worried about as I use my camera(s) professionally and can justify any repair costs based on what I charge my clients

While MLU isn't really a feature I'm interested in for bird photography, it does however prove useful for the other aspect of nature photography that I enjoy, landscapes. Will the D200 have MLU, that is the question

Chris I bought a long lens once through DigiRev and was very happy with their service.

If you will excuse my ignorance can you explain what WT-2 and CAM2000 are?

Oneputt wrote:Chris I bought a long lens once through DigiRev and was very happy with their service.

If you will excuse my ignorance can you explain what WT-2 and CAM2000 are?

The WT-2 is wireless module
The CAM2000 is the AF system of the D2.

sirhc55 wrote:Although the D70 satisfies many of my requirements, especially in the personal usage department, I decided that the D2X would suit my professional and lust requirements.

After long hours of research and separating desire from practicality, I decided on a D2Hs.

Reasons: For 99% of my work requirements the need for 12 megapixel is zero and I do still have the D70 (and maybe a D200 at some point). The D2X’s differential, other than the 12M, would be multiple exposures to one image and overlay - this can be achieved in software such as PS - so no loss.

The D2Hs can use WT-2, does have CAM2000 and most importantly, for me, mirror lock and mirror delay.

So at 02:41 this morning I purchased a D2Hs - cost? $4,050.00.

When I receive the camera I will write a personal review

hmmmm, where did you get it Chris at $4040?

Chris,
Then about time to get the DK-17M and DK-19 rubbereyecup.

And L bracket!!!!!

Birddog114 wrote:Chris,
Then about time to get the DK-17M and DK-19 rubbereyecup.

And L bracket!!!!!

An ”L” bracket will be the first essential that I will require - I will pm you when I get over loss of sleep last night

Birddog114 wrote:Chris,
Then about time to get the DK-17M and DK-19 rubbereyecup.

And L bracket!!!!!

Chris

congratulations on the purchase the D2Hs looks exactly like a D2X so you can walk around confidently with stature

Birdy I hope I am still on the top of the waiting list for the L bracket!

Chris,

sirhc55 wrote:Although the D70 satisfies many of my requirements, especially in the personal usage department, I decided that the D2X would suit my professional and lust requirements.

After long hours of research and separating desire from practicality, I decided on a D2Hs.

Reasons: For 99% of my work requirements the need for 12 megapixel is zero and I do still have the D70 (and maybe a D200 at some point). The D2X’s differential, other than the 12M, would be multiple exposures to one image and overlay - this can be achieved in software such as PS - so no loss.

The D2Hs can use WT-2, does have CAM2000 and most importantly, for me, mirror lock and mirror delay.

So at 02:41 this morning I purchased a D2Hs - cost? $4,050.00.

When I receive the camera I will write a personal review

Nice one. I see that you do your best work very early in the morning Did you celebrate your new purcahse with some of the spirit from the bottle on the forum in the early stages of this week before it was hacked

Wendell why harass/go through Birddog for RRS components when you can import them yourself?

Fozzie and I just ordered some gear on the weekend and I have them already in my hands.

Maybe I should have Fozzie - it would have put me to sleep

kipper wrote:Wendell why harass/go through Birddog for RRS components when you can import them yourself?

Fozzie and I just ordered some gear on the weekend and I have them already in my hands.

For some reasons I do it for him as bulk buy with my order, nothing better or help with my buying price but we can do or order other things as well.

sirhc55 wrote:Local buy Birdie - DigitalRev were asking $4,800 buy it now plus the chance of gst on bringing it in.

I know that some will raise the warranty issue - warranty is something that I have never worried about as I use my camera(s) professionally and can justify any repair costs based on what I charge my clients

Hmm..does this mean your prices are about to go up? Seriously mate, congrats on your purchase...measurements coming VERY soon!

AUD 4040? Wow..... does that include GST and where did you get such an offer?

Birddog114 wrote:

kipper wrote:Wendell why harass/go through Birddog for RRS components when you can import them yourself?

Fozzie and I just ordered some gear on the weekend and I have them already in my hands.

For some reasons I do it for him as bulk buy with my order, nothing better or help with my buying price but we can do or order other things as well.

hey birdy - are you buying any other D2X units soon, would be great to help evryone other out that is comtemplating purchase

it's very tough to justify the cost, i need all the help i can get!!

i've seen the price of the D2X coming down at a few places now also - i wonder if that's a sign of things to come?

samester wrote:

Birddog114 wrote:

kipper wrote:Wendell why harass/go through Birddog for RRS components when you can import them yourself?

Fozzie and I just ordered some gear on the weekend and I have them already in my hands.

For some reasons I do it for him as bulk buy with my order, nothing better or help with my buying price but we can do or order other things as well.

hey birdy - are you buying any other D2X units soon, would be great to bring the price down and help each other out - i can wait in that case (happy for you to hold my funds etc - i prefer to give you the business to help each other).

maybe if other members are looking to buy we can order together - it's very tough to justify the cost, i need all the help i can get!!

i've seen the price of the D2X coming down at a few places now also - i wonder if that's a sign of things to come?

Samester,
I don't understand what did you mean? I always bought D2x and other stocks and sold to Govt. + Corporate Customers, it's my mainstream and I earned my living on them, and it's providing good opportunities for me in bulk buy with lowest prices which I can share with members on this board.

Sales to members + retail customers do not have enough glue to fill the gap which can buy me a carton of Crown Lager, your order of the D2x is just a favour which I'm doing as charity works for members, no more no less, created more headache for me

What price? and where did you see the D2x drop? make sure it's Nikon/ Maxwell stock. I can challenge with you on that.

maybe it isn't maxwell stock ? could be grey market imports flooding the market - it was just an observation.

sorry birdy, i didn't mean to offend you mate - we all (especially me) greatly appreciate your help. your advice and assistance in buying gear has been wonderful.

i do appreciate your help mate even moreso because i'm more than likely a difficult customer, it's tough working part time and being a student unfortunately.

Hi Chris

congratulations on getting a body that is almost indistinguishable from a D2X
the camera will commands respect, walk tall and chin up high your a D2 series user

I kind of heard the news first hand from you at the minimeet

I expect to see more work from you posted on this site, no excuses now.

Congrats Chris, mate you will enjoy this camera and i can tell you i have thought about it for sure as it has great FPS, just the 4.1MP was a downer for me, i know we will see some great images from you like we normally do with you new weapon.
Cheers
John

Birddog, I know you do it as a favour and bulkbuy at times, and it's probably good for the new members. It's just with little things like RRS components I thought it best if members just order it themselves instead of adding a middle man (and the headache for you to process the order).

kipper wrote:Birddog, I know you do it as a favour and bulkbuy at times, and it's probably good for the new members. It's just with little things like RRS components I thought it best if members just order it themselves instead of adding a middle man (and the headache for you to process the order).

Yes & no, anyone would like to order direct they can do, but if someone wants my helps, I'm willing to do as well, no middleman here coz I don't earn any margin nor retention bonus from RRS.

Well done Chris. I am sure you will be more than happy with what is still a great camera.

The D2 club is getting a few new members lately. great to see.

Killakoala wrote:Well done Chris. I am sure you will be more than happy with what is still a great camera.

The D2 club is getting a few new members lately. great to see.

Thanks Steve - just noticed from your avatar that you guys must have had a mutiny and you are now a bunch of pirates

Hi Chris,
Hope you are already got it in your hand by now, very low key you're!
Would like to see few new pics from your new D2Hs.
Pls. post them when you have a chance!

Hi Birdie - I have the camera in my hands but have been very ill with a virus. I will post up some pics as soon as I feel well enough

sirhc55 wrote:Hi Birdie - I have the camera in my hands but have been very ill with a virus. I will post up some pics as soon as I feel well enough

Sorry to hear that Chris... Get Well Soon...

Congrats Chris and hope you get better soon. What better place than to test the camera in bed

Hi Chris, mate i hope you feel better soon as i hear there is a virus getting around.

I have a question?? where are all these D2hs coming from as you see a lot on ebay and Maxwells have them on there site but no price. I have seen some amazing pictures from these camera's even at 4.1mp. I would have thought that these being rather oldish i gather that wouldn't be a lot around but seems there is still a lot getting around and new ones.
Birdy might know as he mingles with maxwells?

Chris - sorry to hear that you are not well Get well soon

Does this virus make all your bones ache, as mine are at the moment, as I feel like s**t

fozzie wrote:Chris - sorry to hear that you are not well Get well soon

Does this virus make all your bones ache, as mine are at the moment, as I feel like s**t

fozzie,
need a D2x tablet NOW

fozzie wrote:Chris - sorry to hear that you are not well Get well soon

Does this virus make all your bones ache, as mine are at the moment, as I feel like s**t

A weird one is this virus. Firstly, a cough that felt like someone had hammered my head which then went on to a cough that made me feel as if my ribs were cracked. Aching bones plus I could hardly walk. The doctor told me a was a virus that justed needed time to disappear Hope you feel better soon Fozzie

sirhc55 wrote:

fozzie wrote:Chris - sorry to hear that you are not well Get well soon

Does this virus make all your bones ache, as mine are at the moment, as I feel like s**t

A weird one is this virus. Firstly, a cough that felt like someone had hammered my head which then went on to a cough that made me feel as if my ribs were cracked. Aching bones plus I could hardly walk. The doctor told me a was a virus that justed needed time to disappear Hope you feel better soon Fozzie

Chris,
Good to see you're recovered by the D2 tablet Good medicine isn't it?