Nikon Z* mirrorless

lunar22 said:
Nital Card is some sort of Italian service with whom Amazon obviously has dealings. I can't see any evidence that the cameras are grey (though they might be) but they are only ever on offer for a very short time at suspiciously low prices. Would love to know more as well
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When I’ve enquired in the past Nikon have said they don’t differentiate lenses like they do bodies, so lenses have an international warranty. That was a while ago mind.
 
Excited to have joined the Nikon Z Club...

I picked up three Z6 bodies this afternoon aimed more at some videography projects I want to play with.

I’m currently a Sony shooter (A7RIII and A9) but have used Nikon and Canon extensively in the past.
 
First of all it was a vatted malt “righ seumas 1” by Murray McDavid of Bruichladdich fame. Then I had an Indian - Paul John Brilliance.
 
lunar22 said:
Nital Card is some sort of Italian service with whom Amazon obviously has dealings. I can't see any evidence that the cameras are grey (though they might be) but they are only ever on offer for a very short time at suspiciously low prices. Would love to know more as well
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85mm came with some sticker on it in Italian. However, there's still a card inside saying there's an international warranty so no issue.
if anyone's interested, I see that the 85 is now £649 on einfinity (albeit out of stock)
 
Cheese Scientist said:
85mm came with some sticker on it in Italian. However, there's still a card inside saying there's an international warranty so no issue.
if anyone's interested, I see that the 85 is now £649 on einfinity (albeit out of stock)
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I went for the 85mm sold by amazon mentioning the nital card. It dispatched yesterday with a Saturday estimated arrival, so it isn't coming from within the UK. Likely Italian like your one.
 
Hmm... mine has not been despatched and it is saying after 15 October. I got the impression I ordered mine before Steven. Must be because I ordered something else alongside.
 
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All this talk of 85mm lenses got me excited - ordered the older G version to use with the FTZ for the time being.... Haven’t had an 85mm for years but if I rediscover my love of the focal length the S version might be on the list not much further down the line...
 
chris321 said:
All this talk of 85mm lenses got me excited - ordered the older G version to use with the FTZ for the time being.... Haven’t had an 85mm for years but if I rediscover my love of the focal length the S version might be on the list not much further down the line...
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Here's a couple with the s 85mm on the Z6...
multiple flash, one exposure by amanda benson, on Flickr
AB 2019-09-25 by amanda benson, on Flickr
I'm so used to using zooms, it's weird to only have one adjustment ring on the lens!! I keep forgetting I have to move my feet to zoom in! :)
 
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Just been using my Z6..... silly me. I have just spotted that I have the issue of the surface peeling between the grip and the lens. I seem to recall others have had the same and am wondering if Nikon resolved the problem.
 
trevjm said:
Just been using my Z6..... silly me. I have just spotted that I have the issue of the surface peeling between the grip and the lens. I seem to recall others have had the same and am wondering if Nikon resolved the problem.
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They say so. How old is yours as the issue was supposed to have been fixed after the first few months of release?
 
Cagey75 said:
These appear blurry and out of focus? only number 3 seems to be sharp
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They are slightly I need to set the camera up properly. The rooms were quite dark and I didn't put the lights on so that won't of helped.
 
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Downton Mini said:
They are slightly I need to set the camera up properly. The rooms were quite dark and I didn't put the lights on so that won't of helped.
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3 and 5 are sharp (though with 5 the focus point is not actually on the face). 2 and 4 the cat is probably moving which shutter speeds of around 1/40 to 1/60 won't freeze. Not sure why 1 should be fuzzy. Curious what kind of AF setting you used?
 

I contacted e-infinity this morning who asked for me to arrange a local repair and they would cover the cost.

I also spoke to Nikon UK who said that although it is a grey camera and not subject to Europe warranty they will carry out the repair free under an advisory notice. Basically I think it is a known problem. They have arranged for DPD to pick the camera up the day after I get back from my holiday free of charge and will sort the repair out. Either way either e-infinity or Nikon will cover the cost. I am happy with that.
 
trevjm said:
I contacted e-infinity this morning who asked for me to arrange a local repair and they would cover the cost.

I also spoke to Nikon UK who said that although it is a grey camera and not subject to Europe warranty they will carry out the repair free under an advisory notice. Basically I think it is a known problem. They have arranged for DPD to pick the camera up the day after I get back from my holiday free of charge and will sort the repair out. Either way either e-infinity or Nikon will cover the cost. I am happy with that.
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Can't say fairer than that.
 
trevjm said:
I contacted e-infinity this morning who asked for me to arrange a local repair and they would cover the cost.

I also spoke to Nikon UK who said that although it is a grey camera and not subject to Europe warranty they will carry out the repair free under an advisory notice. Basically I think it is a known problem. They have arranged for DPD to pick the camera up the day after I get back from my holiday free of charge and will sort the repair out. Either way either e-infinity or Nikon will cover the cost. I am happy with that.
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They did the same for me but I've just had a look at the 'repaired' one and the same issue again.
I think I'm going to wait until I'm planning to sell and get it repaired then. Not worth keep worrying about it.
 
Mine doesn't (yet) suffer from this, but I have a Lim's half-case on, which a) protects the vulnerable area to a large extent, b) has a built-in Arca-compatible plate, and c) gives my pinkie a resting place.
 
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