@smileynanc: What I'd buy if I was starting photography today (after 9 years in the business) re Save yourself the headache and don't waste money on gear you'll outgrow in six months! Here is the exact setup I’d grab: 1️⃣Nikon Z5 II - Awesome full-frame body, great auto-focus, and dual card slots. 2️⃣ 50mm f/1.8 - Amazing in low light and gives you that dreamy, blurry background. 3️⃣ Two 128GB SD Cards - Always shoot with a backup! 4️⃣ 2TB External Hard Drive - Keeps your RAW files safe so your laptop doesn't crash. • Head to the link in my bio to see my full gear list! What gear are you saving up for next? Tell me in the comments! #photographygear #beginnerphotographer #photographytips #nikonz5ii #cameragear
Woot! I just bought the Z5II a few weeks ago. Glad I picked the right one.
2026-08-14 00:29:50
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Artographyy 📷 🇿🇦 :
Hi Nancy it's been a while my friend. I just bought a z6
2026-08-13 15:46:59
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Cheesy • blocked you :
Finally found a Nikon person
2026-09-29 22:26:29
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ignaziotse :
So you would still buy Nikon if you had a clean slate?
2026-09-13 09:04:37
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itsbee403 :
Okay, but is the ZF worth it? I have Fuji, so I love the style of the ZF. Seems like specs are nearly identical!
2026-09-20 19:27:14
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Camille🇨🇦 :
Don’t listen to this lady…get the z6ii and a 35 1.8
2026-10-03 14:43:58
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Jennifer Kidder :
How is the 35mm 1.8 lens
2026-10-03 17:05:39
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Jessica Turner :
any recommendations on a beginner full frame Cannon?
2026-08-13 12:29:46
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Beanie Baby Fern💚🌿 :
link isn't there now 👀
2026-09-28 04:08:41
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Jessika Jones :
Trying to decide which new lens I want to get for my z6iii. I have a wedding coming up, first one, and I was thinking I need a long prime lense like the 105. I can’t afford the 70-200. I do have the 85mm f mount. What do you think?
2026-08-23 22:27:51
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Elizabeth m :
I just started out and my husband bought me a canon r50 bc chat gpt told him too lol what lens would you recommend
2026-08-24 22:36:21
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gfotos.de :
Nikon ❤️
2026-08-13 19:13:01
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ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ :
Hey Nancy, I was thinking about a follow-up setup for my D750 (for car photography) and had a quick question for you. I’m considering getting the Z5 II with an FTZ adapter to use with my Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art (017). I was wondering if you have experience with a similar setup? I'm mainly worried it might feel a bit front-heavy. What are your thoughts on this combination? 😄
2026-08-13 19:47:36
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ChickNChickNChickN :
I have been researching the z5 ii and the only question I have is I have read that it forces the images to go into jpeg when shootings in bursts - does this affect editing drastically in your opinion
2026-08-26 01:26:27
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ruuv :
how much gb is your external hard drive?
2026-08-31 19:49:22
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Kris :
what is your opinion on the z 6iii?
2026-08-30 23:57:19
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Faith Alheim :
What insurance do you have on your gear
2026-08-14 01:08:26
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🦋J a s m i n e 🦋 (20+) :
I love the sea gate hard drives! I have TONS of galleries on them and still have a TON of space left
2026-08-14 03:46:17
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beachhappy :
THANK YOU, IVE BEEN LOST ON WHERE TO START. 🙏💜
2026-08-14 12:42:19
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🦋KAIYA🦋 :
How do we set up the dual card slots? I thought I had mine set up for a wedding I 2nd shot at but when I went home I had nothing on my second slot card
2026-09-01 18:20:38
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Roman Kruus :
I have the same 50 mm lens with my Z8. love them
2026-10-02 15:12:27
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Lucas :
I’d also recommend people not be afraid of getting used. Photography is expensive, and there is no shame in getting stuff used
2026-10-02 22:02:41
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Sujay :
Can you suggest a setup for adventure. I go on high altitude trekking and climbing expeditions🌹🌹🌹.
2026-08-13 17:35:37
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Alexa :
What is a great, somewhat affordable (new here) lens for this camera that you’d recommend?? Something that will be great in the long run!! So far I’ve really only done photoshoots of children, but I’d love to get into weddings someday.
2026-09-06 14:38:30
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