Experiments with the Nikon D300

Finally got hold of the Nikon D300 this afternoon.

Some set-up is still required. The picture settings are set to neutral. Tried it out with a variety of lenses and some crazy shots.

a pigeon on a roof

Nikon D300;   Tamron AF 70-300 DI @ 190 mm;   200 ASA;   f4.8;   1/350s

 pink hibiscus

Nikon D300;   Nikon 50 mm AFD;   200 ASA;   f1.4;   1/250s

Backlit with the evening sun. Loved the bokeh!

Pink hisbiscus

Nikon D300;   Tamron AF 70-300 DI @ 190 mm;  560 ASA;   f4.8;   1/180s

The spots on the flower are natural!