First shots with the Nikon D750

OK, I have lots to learn. I shot all night on my new Nikon and barely produced usable pics. This thing has a shit load of buttons and menu options. I couldn't figure out how to set my f-stop and was stuck on f/1.4 all night. This produced a very narrow depth of field so most of my pics were out of focus. I finally discovered the aperature dial on the front of the camera body the next morning. The 506-page english-only manual gave me a clue.

The lens I decided to get is the Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G. I also ordered the legendary Nikkor 200mm f/4D, which is on back order. After shooting the 50mm in the house, I think I'll be getting something a little smaller, probably sub-35mm.

This FX Nikon D750 replaces my four year old DX Nikon D3100. It's a huge improvement in terms of image sensor and features. The D750 has WIFI which provides some remote camera control, live view, and image fetching from devices on the network; very cool.

Enough bullshit, let's look at a few precious moments I captured on the first D750 run.

Priya learning on iPad — Priya learning her ABCs on the iPad

Remy relaxing — Remy just chillin' on his play pad

cheese slices — Close ups of my yellow and white cheddar slices before they became melty goodness in my mushroom, spinach, and purple potato omlets

Remy and Priya sitting in the glow of the Christmas tree. Damn I wish I could have got this shot in focus.

Simone laying by Christmas tree — Simone chil-axin' by the Christmas tree. The new Nikon really picks up the eye boogies.

Jen and Priya hugging — Priya is such a mushable little girl

2014 Pachl family xmas tree — The Pachl family Chriastmas tree, thanks to Jen for assembling and decorating this 7.5 foot beauty!

Christmas tree sketch — The Nikon D750 took the liberty of sketching our Christmas tree! Thank you Nikon.