1.6X Sensor Cleaning Kit w/SensorWand® & Rocket Blower Review

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(More customer reviews)Your first purchase after buying a DSLR should be a cleaning kit. The cost is relatively low and it might seem like an unnecessary component if the DSLR has anti-dust features but it is an essential part of your kit. I wish I had spent the small sum of money right after I brought my Pentax *ist DL rather than waiting in agony for a number of days for the cleaning kit to arrive (Micro-Tools did ship it very quickly).
The reason you should buy one of these kits is that every DSLR is going to eventually need to be cleaned. Even those that have anti-dust features still cannot completely eliminate dust on the sensor and in the sensor cavity. A kit like this is essential because the blower has a filter on the intake so that you do not blow more dust into the body. I tried using a can of compressed air but it did not work properly, the high temperature changes it creates can be dangerous, and bursts of fluid can come out and hit the sensor. Thankfully, even though I made the sensor much dirtier trying these alternative methods I was able to clean it back to 100% with this kit. The included instructions were precise and to the point. The kit has enough supplies to be used for hundreds of cleanings (remember, quite often all you'll need to do is blow off the sensor with the rocket).
In short, this kit is an excellent value that includes everything you need to maintain your DSLR sensor. The pads and fluid also work well for cleaning lenses. This might sound like an over board review but it rescued me after trying alternative cleaning methods. For the price, you can't go wrong and there is no need to risk damaging your sensor when a kit like this is easily within reach of every DSLR user.

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For Nikon D1/h/x, D100, D70, D50, D200, D2H, D2Hs, D2X · Canon D30 & D60, Canon 10-D/20-D, Rebel XT / 350D, Rebel 300D · Sony/Konica/Minolta 7D, 5D · Olympus E-1 · Pentax *ist D, *ist DS This SensorWandTM Kits Come Complete With: EclipseTM Cleaning System Solution Part #: PSI-3-F ECLIPSETM lens cleaner is the highest purity lens cleaner available. It dries as quickly as it can be applied leaving absolutely no residue. Used with an appropriate applicator like a Sensor SwabTM or a Sensor Wand this is one of the best solutions for cleaning your sensor.SensorWandTM, 14mm for cleaning digital camera sensors Part #: SW1 Sensor Wands are used in conjunction with EclipseTM Cleaning Solution or Chamber Clean and PEC-PADsTM to clean SLR Digital Cameras. PEC-PADTM Lint Free Wipes 4"x4" 100per/Pkg Part #: PSI-1 PEC-PADsTM are extremely strong, lint-free and so soft and pure (99.999%) Making them the perfect wipe to wrap around applicators to clean the sensor in DSLR cameras. Giottos Rocket-Air Blower Part #: AA1900 Low Lint Cotton Tipped Applicator, 6" Part #: 36876-10 Commercial Grade Low Lint Cotton Tipped Applicator - 10 packages of 2 - Great for reaching those corners or spot cleaning of the sensor. Can be used with one drop if sensor cleaning fluid or dry for polishing off the sensor after a cleaning.Foam Swabs, 6" long 1/4 tip Anti-Static Pkg of 10 Part #: 2303-10 Used with EclipseTM or ChamberCleanTM to clean the walls of the mirror cage as a preventive measure. This helps cut down on the dust in the mirror cage and keep the stray lubricants from contaminating a brush when using the brush method. You put a couple of drops of the chemical on the foam swab and you clean the 3 walls of the mirror cage/chamber and the bottom side of the mirror.DSLR Sensor Cleaning Instructions FREE Part #: DCC-INST

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Nikon EN-EL3 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack for D50, D70, D70s, and D100 Review

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(More customer reviews)IMPORTANT UPDATE (Dec. 2005): Do NOT buy the official Nikon EN-EL3 battery! It has been recalled by Nikon due to short circuit hazard. Details can be found at nikonusa dot com (click the "EN-EL3 battery recall" link). Repeat: this model has been recalled by Nikon, so do not buy. The EN-EL3a or EN-EL3b are compatible replacement models for the EN-EL3. Neither is subject to recall.
My original review from Jan. 2005 follows:
This "genuine" Nikon EN-EL3 battery works in the D70 and D100 digital SLR cameras. The origin can be either Japan or China; apparently Nikon outsources the manufacturing to other companies. (I was able to verify this countries of origin information on Nikon's website.) For $15 cheaper you can get a compatible battery made by a company that licenses Energizer's brand; just search for "EN-EL3" here on Amazon and pick the one that says "by Energizer." That one is also good and although it's a generic, it does have the Energizer name (even if not actually made by Energizer). You might want to check that out. Of course, if you are super-concerned about safety -- personal and equipment -- you should stick with the official Nikon-licensed battery, which is this one.

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Never put yourself in the heartbreaking situation of running out of power in the middle of that once-in-a-lifetime photo opp again. The Nikon EN-EL3 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack is a 7.4 volt, 1400mAh rechargeable battery that will give you the juice that you need. Digital and video cameras require far more power than their older film-based counterparts. They do and show a lot more, and therefore they need a lot more power. For instance, most have large LCD displays allowing you to skip having to squint through tiny optical viewfinders when composing shots, and most also allow instant playback or reviewing shots taken, giving you the opportunity to erase lousy shots right away. These are great features to have, but they draw power from your batteries. Adding an extra battery pack as a back up is a safe way to guarantee you never miss that perfect shot again.The Nikon EN-EL3 Rechargeable Battery Pack requires either the MH18 or MH19 charger, sold separately. The battery is compatible with the Nikon D50, D70, D70s and D100 digital cameras.

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Wasabi Power Battery Charger for Nikon D50, D70s Review

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(More customer reviews)Inexpensive and perfect replacement for the original one. This one even comes with a car charger adapter! My cat barfed in the OEM charger. Right in it. Bad kitty :( Did you know that if a cat throws up in a battery charger, the little prong/springs get eaten up and will not work anymore? I know! I was as surprised as you are. :|

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This battery charger replaces the Nikon original [ MH-18 ] family model charger for the [ EN-EL3, EN-EL3e ] batteries. Package includes: One ultra slim, lightweight battery charger and one DC Car Plug Adapter. Compatible with the following device models: Nikon D50, D70s

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Nikon EN-EL3a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack for D50, D70, D70s, and D100 Review

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(More customer reviews)This also works on D50, mine actually came with this unit instead of the EN-EL3. It's slightly higher capacity so that's a nice bonus, plus cheaper then the EN-EL3 so it's a win-win.
I took pictures all day on just one battery so it will last a while. It's good to have as a backup anyhow.
If you're planning to upgrade to the D200, I'd suggest their new EN-EL3e, since that also will work on D50/D70 (but the opposite is not true so don't try to force a EN-EL3 or EN-EL3a into the D200!).

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A high-energy rechargeable lithium-ion battery. EN-EL3a delivers the power to shoot up to 2,500 images on a single charge

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Hoodman H-EyeN22S HoodEYE for Nikon Square 22mm SLR Line Review

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(More customer reviews)Leave it to the folks at Hoodman to come up with a durable, working accessory. The Hoodman H-EyeN22S is a great camera tool that mounts securely to both my Nikon D300 and D90. Flexible and face fitting, the Hood Eye works well with both left and right eye shooters. Overall protection from extraneous light is perfect.
Mounting the Hood Eye was a breeze. It easily slides on to the rails of the camera viewer. It does not intrude on the camera's LCD screen. Whether shooting inside or outdoors, this tool delivers.
The Hoodman H-EyeN22S Hood Eye comes with instructions and a thirty day money back guarantee. The company website is loaded with helpful "how to" videos on most of their products. There is also a toll free customer support number.
Like all Hoodman products that I own, its all about quality and durability. The Hood Eye is reliable gear that can and will go the distance. I recommend it.

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Nikon D70 Digital Camera (Body Only) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been a Nikon user for over 20 years, and owned at least six different bodies and lots of lenses. My all time favorite is the FM2N. Why Nikon? It's the lenses! Nikon seems to understand this is the main selling point of their system. SO they have never changed the F lens mount. You can use older manual focus AI and AIS lenses on the D70. The bad news: The meter won't work. However on a digital SLR, the LCD confirmation mitigates this since you can check your exposures. You could also use a handheld light light meter. More good news: depth of field preview works with AI and AIS lenses! So I've been having a great time using my manual lenses on the D70. This camera is really a winner and costs no more than some of the ridiculous "prosumer" digicams out there. It's far more versatile.
It's easy to use-if you've used another digicam or even a recent Nikon 35mm SLR. The fact that I've been able to figure out most settings necessary without even cracking the manual is impressive.
The flash syncs at 1/500! This makes for some really creative fill flash outdoors or in the studio. All necessary settings are within easy reach, and no stupid five click deep menus for stuff like ISO. All the important stuff like ISO, Metering pattern, Exposure modes, White Balance, etc. have a dedicated button right on the body. No fumbling to change stuff while shooting.
Shutterlag is virtually non-existent. It's almost as good as my FM2N. But face it, if you want zero shutter lag then get a manual 35mm camera! However with the D70, you will not notice it.
The Lens-the kit lens is a 18-70mm (27 to 105mm). It's pretty good, and the color has that gorgeous Nikon hue. It's bright for a zoom. A lot of people are criticizing this lens unjustly. It does have a lot of barrel distortion on the wide end, but for landscapes you'd never know. It's got a very good wide angle range for a digital lens. It's a great value, and way better than any junk Sigma puts out.
ViewFinder-Some have slammed the viewfinder. It does take a little getting used to, like looking down a long dark corridor at first. But it's just as bright as any AF SLR once you get used to it. I think Nikon designed it this way to get people used to the CCD aspect ratio. It's kind of like watching a DVD in letterbox format. Good news: the viewfinder has a diopter for eyeglass wearers.
Picture Quality-This is where the rubber meets the road. At all ISO settings, the images are superb. Colors are saturated and lifelike, with the "Nikon Pop". They remind me of a good ISO 100 slide film like Kodak E100G, or Fujichrome Velvia 100. Best of all, the grain is very low, even ISO 1600 is not bad when printed to 8 x10. This is a huge advance over my older Canon G2 digital. Like I said, think ISO 100 slide film.
This is destined to be one of Nikon's legends, like the N8008, N90, FM2N, etc. You get a lot of value for your money, much more than the Canon Digital Rebel. A lot of pros are buying D70s for backup, and the Press Photographers Association of Japan just picked the D70 as new camera of the year! What else could you ask for? This is a top drawer camera with a great lens.

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Delivering top-notch performance and high resolution at an affordable price, the Nikon D70 digital SLR offers easy-to-use yet powerful features to a wide range of users--from novices to serious and experienced photo enthusiasts. Its DX format 6.1-effective megapixel CCD sensor is optimized to deliver images with excellent sharpness and clarity, and it's compatible with Nikon's DX Nikkor lenses.
Optics and ResolutionThe D70 incorporates a next-generation 6.1-effective megapixel DX format CCD image sensor that produces 3008 x 2000-pixel images, and is optimized to deliver a wide dynamic range and superbly sharp details. It also has 2240 x 1488 and 1504 x 1000 resolution modes.
Nikon programmed the D70's advanced system LSI processor for improved performance to produce vivid colors and clarity, optimized auto white balance, auto tone and color control, and to run real-time processes that diminish digital noise in long exposure shots for cleaner overall results.
More FeaturesThe Nikon D70 has been designed to offer faster operation at nearly every level of performance, with the camera ready to shoot the instant it's turned on. Compressed NEF (RAW) files are processed and stored exponentially faster, making shooting in compressed NEF mode easier and more convenient than ever. It can shoot a rapid 3 frames per second for a continuous burst of 144 pictures (using the JPEG Normal/Large setting and a 256 MB CompactFlash card) due to improved buffer memory handling, faster image processing, increased memory card access speed, and greater system bus bandwidth.
Other features include:
Built-in Speedlight flash with auto pop-up
1/8000 second shutter speed and a synch speed of 1/500 second for flash
Auto modes include Portrait, Landscape, Close-Up, Sports, Night Portrait, and Night Landscape
25 Custom Settings allow you to personalize the operation of your D70 to match your shooting style or the demands of different shooting conditions
Shoot in any lighting environment with the D70's built-in creative lighting system and 3D Color Matrix meter with 1,005-pixel RGB Sensor
The D70 displays menus with simple or detailed information on a 1.8-inch LCD viewing screen
Choose from a variety of file formats, including Nikon's RAW mode (NEF), TIFF, JPEG formats or Nikon's exclusive compressed JPEG + NEF combination
ISO standard hot-shoe with safety lock
Optical viewfinder features high magnification, diopter correction, complete info display, and On-Demand grid lines to aid in composition
High-speed, high precision 5-area AF system with predictive focus tracking and Lock-on ensures quick response and sharp focus
Storage and TransferImages and video are stored on CompactFlash memory cards (Type I/II), and the camera is compatible with MicroDrives (no memory card is included with this package). Files can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1 connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.
Power and SizeThe camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-Ion battery pack (EN-EL3, included) or three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied MS-D70 battery holder). It measures 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches and weighs 21 ounces (camera body only without batteries).
What's in the BoxThis package includes the Nikon D70 camera body, strap, body cap, eyepiece cap, LCD monitor cover, USB and A/V cables, rechargeable lithium-ion battery (EN-EL3), battery charger (MH-18), CR2 battery holder (MS-D70), and Picture Project CD-ROM. Optional accessories include: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (EN-EL3), Multi Charger (MH-19), Quick Charger (MH-18), AC Adapter (EH-5), Speedlight SB-800/600, Nikon Capture 4 (ver.4.1) Software, Semi-Soft Case (CF-D7)0, Remote Controller (ML-L3).

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