Equipment Crave List
Hoya NDx400 HMC 77mm 9 Stops ND Filter - $209.99
Problem with getting a nice ND filter is that I will also have to invest in a decent tripod. Of course, a Gitzo tripod will be nice but those cost at least $600. Sigh!
The new Fastpack 150 looks amazing and with a side pocket that's stretchable and holds a water bottle. But it's 2x more expensive than the older model!
Lowepro Fastpack 150 AW - $103.99 Lowepro Fastpack 100 - $59.99
How much do I need it? Not at all. I crave it because it's a bag that meets all my needs --- but has a 'small footprint'.
Nikon AF-S DX 40mm Micro - $299.99 Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G - $499.99
I have been eyeing the 85mm f/1.8D for a year now but just couldn't pull the trigger:
1) It's an older model and does not work with non-motorized Nikon cameras. Although it doesn't affect my D90 but I would like to occasionally lend my friends who has D3000 and D5000 to use.
2) It costs $400 for a new one while the brokeh is not as good as the 1.4d. There's also reports of flaring.
3) Filter size is 62mm. I prefer filter size to be either 67mm or 77mm (best).
