Loud Shutter on a D2X

[JBerard]

Anyone know how to tone down the shutter of a D2X? The sound has more than once scared of my subjects.

I have investigated sound-deadening enclosers called 'blimps' as used on movie sets but they are expensive and appear combersome. See attached picture of this device.

But really I would like to know if the camera itself can be modified to be quieter. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks,
John

[yossi]

You can use MLU (mirror lock up). It will break the noise into smaller interferences (mirror up, shutter open, shutter close, mirror down).

[photografix]

Sorry I can't offer any advice on this, I'm just pleased someone else has noticed as it's a problem I've had as well. Maybe it would be worth mentioning it to Nikon. You watch, if we did they'd just suggest you buy a longer lens, from them of course!