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    Nikon Mirrorless cameras

    Agreed, I am very disappointed that Nikon did not address more of the problems (like mandatory 2-second review, crippled FT-1, etc.), and no fast prime lenses. I don't hold out much hope that the v2 if and when it appears will be any better. Maybe the v3? :C
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    Nikon 300/4 ED-IF AF too slow?

    I have used the 300/4 AF on a D90. It can track slow and predictable BIF such as vultures, geese and herons quite well, but I found it very difficult to track smaller and quicker birds. The focus limiter helps, but it is no speed demon. I have no experience with the AF-S version.
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    Nikon D90 + Vixen ED81S ?

    I did manage to take apart one that looked somewhat similar a few years ago by the application of brute force. IIRC, I supported the metal housing and used a padded wooden dowel and a hammer from the leg side to tap the lens free. However, I am sure this approach could just as easily have...
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    Nikon Mirrorless cameras

    I've been using a Summicron 50 f/2 on my V1. I think you'll be happy.
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    Telescoping Problems

    It's not really difficult to glue the chip on - I've done several - but it does have to be placed precisely. In some cases the mount has to be filed down or built up a little. Some of the sellers provide a simple jig that helps get the position right. Just use a slow drying glue like...
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    Telescoping Problems

    This is correct. Adding a Dandelion chip to the adapter will enable all metering modes. You just have to program the chip to say it's an 600mm f/7.5 lens and the camera will be quite happy.
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    How to improve results?

    If trap focus will work on the Olympus with an autofocus lens, it should work with a dandelion chip - the camera doesn't know it's manual focus, so I think it just waits until it gets the focus confirmation signal, and then fires. At least, it works that way with a D90.
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    Nikon V1 FT1 problem

    The camera thinks there is no lens attached, so it may be a problem with the adapter. Have you tried other Nikon FX or DX lenses with your FT1?
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    Nikon AIS manual focusing lens

    If you are moderately handy, you can also buy the Dandelion chips separately for about $35 and modify the lenses yourself. I've done this for a few lenses, it's not hard but you have to be accurate in placing the chip. See http://ongabonga.wordpress.com/tag/dandelion-chip/
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    66mm ED APO - Just way too small?

    @alphan - yes, it is a pain. Most of the issues could be fixed in firmware - for instance there's a "F" button that might be used to give direct access to ISO - but somehow I doubt Nikon will do any major firmware changes. I'm sure they'd rather we all bought the V2 when it comes out.
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    Nikon V1

    I have done this and it works rather well. Here's an example. I have some comments on the camera in the setups thread.
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    66mm ED APO - Just way too small?

    I've tried both - V1 and D90. The V1 has some advantages: - 1.8x longer reach compared with APS-C sensor - Easier manual focus (for me, at least) - Much less camera shake (especially, I think, with the electronic shutter option) And some disadvantages: - Fewer pixels (but only slightly...
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    66mm ED APO - Just way too small?

    I've been wondering about a using 400mm scope with a Nikon V1 for a lightweight portable combination. That would be equivalent to a 720mm on a crop sensor (APS-C) camera. But from what I see, the good 60mm or 66mm APOs are almost as expensive as the 80mms. Or have I just not been looking in...
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    Astroscope + DSLR = Setups!

    I've recently posted a couple of shots in the "Gallery" thread using an 80ED with a Nikon V1 (yes, I moved on from the Pen E-P2), and have been asked for a comparison between the V1 and a crop DSLR. Not wanting to clutter up that thread which is really supposed to be for photos, as Cango gently...
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    Astroscope + DSLR = Gallery!

    Per Cango's reminder, I'll post a response in the "Setups" thread.
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