The new mobile version in the works.

 

With instagram being more dominent, it stime to try and join the band wagon and be more mobilecentric. With that said, the site is focusing on enhancing its mobile version and here is the first go at it with more changes in te works.

 

Please refer to this post to stay up to date on what is happening.

 

 

 

 

Based on the screen image above, here is what you can do.

 

Solid heart, means you have liked this photo. Outlined heart means you can like it. You can go back and fourth incase you change your mind.

 

The number next to the eye is theviews of received.

 

The start outline, means you can click it and add it to your favorites. Doing so will turn it solid. Clicking solid star will remove it from your favorites.

 

Clicking the information icon ( the "i" ) will expand to show you details about the photo.

 

 

If there are more details about the photo they will be displayed.

 

 

 

You also have the comments section.

 

Click on Show more, Show less or Add comments to show more comments and add new ones

 

 

 

 

 

This is pretty straight forward.

• Goto your dashboard if logged in
• Click on Manage albums from the left side of the page
• Identify an album with your portfolio pictures or create a new album to hold portfolio pictures
• After the Album is created, or if you use an existing album, click on the Portfolio option
• Apply the changes
• Optionally, goto the dashboard again and click on Edit account settings, then enter your first and last name.
  • Optionally, but suggested, create a bio section for your self.
• Now, go back to the dashboard and click on Edit my photos
• Browse you photos and if you see one that you want in the portfolio, select the Album and click apply.

Tip: 

The background image on your portfolio page and user profile page is selected randomly from your photos. If you want to use a specific image for the background, click on Edit photo details and then click on Set as backbround. You can also remove it by clicking on Remove as background.

It is best to use a larger image so when it scales it does not lose image quality.

 

Thats it.

Lots of changes so I am expecting lots of feedback and people finding issues.

Please let me know if you run into any bugs or issues after the big change so I can address them.

Also let me know what you would like to see added or removed that would make the user experience better for you.

Thanks JT

A new contributor link has just been posted.
Jack Takahashi review. 28mm Voigtlander F1.5 Nokton

We have been working hard to improve the browsing experience and have implemented the following features / UI changes to enhance your experience when browising images.

As you browse through the pages now and view all the thumbnails, when you hover over a thumbnail, it will zoom in a little to bring focus to it. You will also see a new status bar pop up at the bottom of the thumbnails.

If you are not logged in you will see this status bar which has the icons to view the photo on the photo page and view the popup info.

 

Clicking on the hamburger menu will bring up the popup info box. For example ..

 

 

 

If you are logged in, you will see the like option as well.  A solid heart means you have already liked the photo. An outlined heart means you have not liked the photo yet.

 

 

If you are logged in and it is your own photo, you can use the flag option for bulk delete.

Clicking the flag option will turn it solid and add the photo to a delete queue for deleting in batch.  You can always delete a photo immediately from the popup box.

Click a solid flag to remove the photo from the queue.

 

 

 

Lastly, some pages have changed to display thumbails in a column format for more consistent size presentation. In particular the gallery pages.

 

Please let me know if you run into any issues so I can address them.

 

Thanks

 

JT

 

 

 

 

• Exceptional optical performance and precision with the highest standards for professional photography and visual story creation, optimized for the latest mirrorless mounts (E, RF, and Z).
• Creative freedom through its exceptional optical performance and ultimate precise focus.
• New lens family starts with 1.4/50 and 1.4/85 in 2025.

 

JT!
When browsing through "PHOTOS" and then select 'All photos', there is something that (in my head ...) does not work as it should.

Take for instance one of my images

 

when looking over the "details" of my image by hovering over the blue "title" - one gets an information-box page with text-boxes and all details of: 'when uploaded' - 'Camera' - 'Lens' - 'Likes' - 'EXIF' and 'Rating" Etc.

One can also comment on the image from there.

BUT - to my knowledge, just by looking at this small info-page, I cannot see / know if anybody has commented yet. So, in order to find out, I have to click the 'View comments'-button ...?!

- Like it is now, I have to go over all of my images several times and click the 'View comments'-button to see if anything has changed regarding comments made.

The way this system works and is set up I never get any information of any comments, and I am always LATE to thank for any comments made by others.

- Just the other day, I found out that you, youself have commented in 

 - at 01-17-25 22:18 - "Walter. What are all these American cars doing in your country? Everyone looks like they are having a blast! I am a little jealous :)"

 

 

- I only found out about this yesterday, Wednesday 5th of February, 2025 - so, you would naturally think that I am an ungrateful member, not responding to your question - but I DID NOT KNOW OF YOUR COMMENT - until I clicked the 'View comments'-button ...

Capisce ..?

Does this make any sens to you, JT? It a little difficult for me, to explain this in English - I could do it better in Norwegian, you know ...

Also, in this text-box here for "Post to the Message board" - could you add "underscore"-function, besides Bold and Italic ...?

If you review or post news about photographic gear, and you rely on crosslinks whether to your site or youtube. We can help you here.

We have a special feature that allows a Contributor to post links to thier site about lenses or cameras that appear  on this site.

For example, when view the photo page on this site, you will see deatils about the image such as the camera and lens used.

If you are a Contributor and you have an article, news, blog posting or video about the specific camera or lens, you can link back to your site directly from the photo page.

For example, after you create your CrossLink as a Contributor,  the photo page will show the public something like this.

 

 

If interested in promoting your site like this, send us an email.

Nikon releases the 125x optical zoom COOLPIX P1100 compact digital camera

TOKYO - Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the COOLPIX P1100, a compact digital camera that features an incredible 125x optical super-telephoto zoom and superior operability for recording high-quality images.

The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with a 125x optical zoom lens that covers an incredible range of focal lengths beginning at the wide-angle 24 mm*1 equivalent and extending to the super-telephoto 3000 mm*1 equivalent (up to 250x*2 zoom is possible when Dynamic Fine Zoom is enabled). As successor to the popular COOLPIX P1000, a compact digital camera that realized amazing super-telephoto shooting, the COOLPIX P1100 offers further improvements in usability. The AF-area mode in Bird-watching mode can now be selected, and the same functions that can be assigned to the camera's Fn button can now be assigned to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the optional ML-L7 Remote Control*3.

Just as with the COOLPIX P1000, the EXPEED image-processing system and high-power zoom NIKKOR lens with outstanding rendering capabilities enable the capture of beautiful images, even with super-telephoto shooting. In addition, Dual Detect Optical VR, which achieves a level of vibration reduction equivalent to the center 4.0 stops*4, effectively suppresses camera shake with handheld shooting. The COOLPIX P1100 makes it easier to enjoy the world of super-telephoto shooting with the ability to capture dynamic images of subjects that are difficult or impossible to approach, including birds and celestial bodies. 4K UHD/30p and superlapse movie recording are also supported. Superior operability that pursues ease of use for shooting and support for a wide range of accessories ensure the COOLPIX P1100 facilitates diverse imaging expression with super-telephoto shooting.

Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in optical performance while meeting users' needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.

• *1Equivalent focal length in 35mm [135] format.
• *2Dynamic Fine Zoom Magnification refers to the total magnification from the wide-angle end after adding in the combination of optical zoom and digital zoom. When the largest image size is set. The maximum magnification depends on the image size.
• *3Functions that can be assigned to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons are the same.
• *4Based on CIPA 2024 Standard. Yaw/Pitch compensation performance. In photo shooting mode. Measured at approx. 350 mm (35mm format equivalent)

Primary features

1. 125x optical zoom for super-telephoto performance that enables shooting at a focal length of up to 3000 mm equivalent

The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with a 125x optical zoom NIKKOR lens that covers the wide-angle 24-mm to super-telephoto 3000-mm focal lengths. Adoption of super ED and ED lens elements that provide superior chromatic aberration compensation demonstrates outstanding rendering capabilities across the entire zoom range, even with super-telephoto shooting. In addition, Dual Detect Optical VR, which provides a level of compensation equivalent to the center 4.0 stops, accurately suppresses the effects of camera shake with super-telephoto handheld shooting. This enables the capture of sharp and clear images of birds, celestial bodies, and other distant subjects at dynamic angles of view.

2. Shooting functions that support diverse imaging expression

Bird-watching and Moon modes are independent of scene modes, and can be accessed directly using the mode dial. With the COOLPIX P1100, the AF-area mode used in Bird-watching mode can now be selected from [Center (spot)], [Center (normal)], or [Center (wide)]. Greater flexibility in framing and more precise focusing enable the capture of sharper images of birds' small eyes or their entire bodies that better reflect the user's intent. In addition, a [Fireworks] option has been added to [Multiple exp. Lighten] scene mode. Users do not have to worry about the blown-out highlights that often occur when shooting long exposures and can more easily capture impressively clear scenes of fireworks displays in which the brightness of the foreground or the background differs.

3. Support for 4K UHD/30p movie recording

The COOLPIX P1100 supports recording of high-definition 4K UHD/30p movies. Users can beautifully record subjects with the power of super-telephoto 3000 mm equivalent. Frames from movies recorded in 4K UHD format can also be saved as still images to preserve moments that simply can't be captured with a continuous burst of still-image shooting.

4. Superior operability that makes for more flexible enjoyment of super-telephoto shooting

Despite coverage of focal lengths up to super-telephoto 3000 mm equivalent, a weight of only approximately 1,410 g* has been achieved, allowing users to enjoy super-telephoto shooting more comfortably than with DSLR and mirrorless camera systems. Furthermore, the deep grip enables stable shooting, even for handheld super-telephoto photography. The camera is equipped with a focus-mode selector that can be used to change the focus mode even after focus has been acquired, and a control ring that enables the adjustment of settings such as white balance and manual focus.

• *Including battery and memory card.

5. Support for a comprehensive range of accessories that enhance shooting

The COOLPIX P1100 is equipped with an accessory shoe and accessory terminal capable of accommodating a wide variety of accessories, such as Speedlights and the DF-M1 Dot Sight that facilitates image composition during telephoto shooting. Support for Nikon's extensive lineup of accessories further expands possibilities for imaging expression. In addition, when the optional accessory ML-L7 Remote Control is connected to the COOLPIX P1100 via Bluetooth®, the same functions that can be assigned to the camera's Fn button, for example white balance and AF area mode, can now be assigned to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the ML-L7 Remote Control. With the COOLPIX P1100, operation of all the buttons on the ML-L7 Remote Control is enabled, further expanding possibilities for remote shooting operation. The ML-L7 is also effective in preventing the effects of camera shake that frequently occur with telephoto shooting and when pressing the shutter-release button, for smoother and more accurate shooting.

6. Additional features

• A 3.2-in. TFT LCD vari-angle monitor with wide viewing angle
• Compatible with Nikon's exclusive NRW (RAW) format
• COOLPIX Picture Control*1, which can be used to make adjustments in accordance with the subject, shooting situations and intentions
• Creative mode that makes attaining the ideal imaging expression simple
• Capability to record superlapse and time-lapse movies
• Support for Clean HDMI output*2, which cleans the information display from the image output to an external monitor during recording
• The ability to set long-exposure noise reduction to [Auto] or [Off]
• Adoption of a USB Type-C input/output connector

• *1Imaging Recipes are not supported.
• *24K UHD image quality cannot be output.

• *The Bluetooth® word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of this mark by Nikon Corporation is under license.

 

 

 

Details and quick reaction to a photo. 

 

As you browse the gallery and view the thumbnails.

 

You will see the hamburger menu at the bottom right of every thumbnail.

 

 

Simply moving your mouse over that menu will pop up the quick response box.

 

If you are logged in, you can do the following right from the quick response popup

Submit a comment on the photo.

Like or Unlike  the photo.

View EXIF data

See who liked the photo

View other photos taken with the Lens this photo was taken with

View other photos taken with the same camera

View all the comments for the photo

Copy a link of the photo so you can share it

View the photographers profile

Go to the actual photo page itself.

If the photographer enabled Rating of his thier photos, you would be able to cast a vote between 1 and 5 stars

 

You can close the quick response popup by simply, clicking on the Red close button or hoveringover another hamburger menu.

 

Choosing between Top or Side menus

 

You can either have your menu options on the left of some pages like this

 

 

Or from the top menu bar like this

 

 

Just simply click on the Switch to side menu OR switch to top menu 

 

Access your dashboard

 

Simply click on yu rprofile picture on the top right of the page to reach your dashboar page.

 

 

Add a custom lens list to your profile

 

When you add a custom lens to your profile, it becomes available as a quick selection lens to assign to photographs you are uploading. This is a great for film users where there is no EXIF data available.

 

Simply click on  My lens list from the left menu to see what you have as far as custom lenses.

 

From here you can click the link above that says Click to add more lenses

 

Simply find the lens, and click on it to turn the selection blue. Thus adding it to your list. Clicking on a Blue lens will remove it from the list.

More tipos will be added shortly

 

 

The long awaited 35mm 1.2 from Nikon is expected to be announced this week.  This would create the coveted super fast bokek king trinity from nikon of 35mm, 50mm and 85mm .

Stay tuned for more news as we get closer to the annpouncement.

 

 

 

 

This is an interesting video I though I would share.  One thing is certain. The ZF is a hot commodity!

For those photographers that enjoy shooting with a Nikon ZF, You need to visit  www.nikon-zf.com which is a website catered for the ZF shooters. 

It is a new site and becoming popular as the ZF continues to impress so many.

With that said, those of you who who visit here on a regular basis will see the similarities between the two site.

You are encouraged to sign up for free and start posting you ZF images and stories.

As of last December a new firmware version 5.10 is available All details can be found here

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/546.html

 

The latest firmware for the ZF is available here https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/545.html

Fixes: Fixed an issue that sometimes caused overexposure in the viewfinder and monitor shooting displays (live view) when the standby timer had expired then reactivated.

If you want your photos to be rated, go to your dashboard and under account settings, select allow rating. Doing so will allow members to rate your photo between 1 and 5 stars. JT

Hello JT - I am not convinced that the new interface on the Photo-page is an improovement - quite the contrary. Sorry but I miss two very important functions: 1) to be able to clikk the EXIF-Data for any image !!! 2) where is the "Who liked your image" we had before? This is gone now !!! Sorry, JT - but this is my feeling for the new interface But, anyway - I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas!! :o)

Oh my God. Am an old and full of gray hairs now. But this was just forwarded to me from an old high school friend I have not spoken with in years. This is a super dork image. But this is from my senior year in high school 1980! Don't laugh !! 😝

 

 

Nikon F2 and Nikon F.

Creating a story still lets you present your a photographic story using your photos from the gallery. The process is quite simpe. Go to your dashboard and click on [b]Manage stories[/b] from the Manage options menu on the left. Or, use the top menu under [b]Stories[/b]. If you do not have any stories started yet, you will get a message. Simply click on the [b]Add a new story[/b] button to create a story. Give the story a title and some content in the form that you see. Then click on [b]Submit new story[/b]. Don't worry. Its not published yet. Now add the photos you wish to include in your story by clicking on the [b]Add photos[/b] link on the manage your story page. Clicking on this link brings you into the familiar edit edit photo options you have already used before. All your photos will be displayed in order to assign them to stories. However, to minimize clutter, only the [b]Stories[/b] option is available. Your are simpl;y selecting the pictures you wish to include in your story at this time. Just make sure to click on [b]Apply edits[/b] under each photo to save your changes. If you want to make changes afterwards, just refresh the page. Done adding photos to your story? Just click on [b]Manage stories[/b] from the top menu and you will be back at the basic story management menu. You will now see [b]Edit photos[/b] link instead of the [b]Add photos[/b] link. Click on it and from, there add the content you wantto display for each photo, set the display order or remove photos from the story. As you hover over each photo, the edit options will appear. Just make changes and click on [b]Submit edits[/b]. Use the [b]Display order[/b] field to set the order in which the photos appear. 1 would be at the top, followed by 2, etc ... If you messed up and want to stick another picture between 1 and 2, give it a display order of something like 1.5. Also you can use any number values, you can start with 10, and increment to 20 or 25 ot whatever. Just remember the display order in the story is based on the numeric value you assign. If you check the Publish checkbox, and apply changes, your story will be published and visible to others. To view stories, simply click on [b]Stories[/b] from the top menu. Click on the title of a story to view the story. Layout of the images on the story are balanced between left and right of the page. This is automatically done for you and you have no control over that. Here is an example of a story on leicaimages featuring X Pan format https://www.leicaimages.com/gallery/1/med_U1.1693626553.0.jpg https://www.leicaimages.com/showstory.php?storyid=1

Here are a few of my favorites ... https://www.nikonimages.com/gallery/2359/U2359I1330205589.SEQ.2.jpg https://www.nikonimages.com/gallery/1928/U1928I1305311518.SEQ.3.jpg https://www.nikonimages.com/gallery/861/U861I1276583876.SEQ.0.jpg More can be found here ... https://www.nikonimages.com/favorite-photos/1

Switch the dark theme to a more widely accepted colors pallet for photo galleries. Let me know what you think. JT

For all of you that have made a donation / subscription to the site, I wanted to say thank you very much for your support. It really helps keep the site going and I want you to know I am very appreciative. Thank you, JT

Long overdue. After many years, It was time to create a mobile version of the gallery site. Having said that, you can now browse the gallery software from your mobile device with a better presentation. Keep in mind, mobile version has some limitations due to so much content on the site. But, the basic functionality is there. You can always switch between Desktop and Mobile version by clicking on the Computer or Phone icon located on the top menu. This has been carried over to all the sister sites as well www.leicaimages.com www.nikonimages.com www.zeissimages.com www.voigtlanderimages.com Please report any issues so I can try and resolve them. Thanks JT