Thanks For Coming To MY BIRTHDAY!!

haha..
i know none of u comes to this blog anyway,
but thanks for coming to my birthday party and i had a great time.

sorry for the lack of food and bbq was slow.

and lastly, thanks for all the awesome presents from family and friendss!!

treasure hunting @ grandpa house II

This trip is specially made to go see if i can salvage any lens from my grandpa collection, only to realise that all those that's left is at least 10-20years old.

bah. but im seriously impressed by my grandpa's collection and deep interest in photography.

heres the photo!

treasure hunting @ grandpa house

i didnt know my mum's dad is such a pro in photography..
ever see a minolta camera?
ever saw a those antique camera tt only appear in oldies movies?
well, he have it..

i know he have them all, but its only recently tt i go over and dig them out and be awed.

k, look at wat i have found!!





and the effects???
one of them is a normal one to compare

update for the sake of it

its time to update this blog.
coz im being too lazy to maintain a blog that no one goes and see..

bah.

heres a funny analogy.

it is said that 2 good long time friends will not fall in love with each other.

but if from a start, they didnt begin with just being friend?
will time change this facT?
or will they eventually land up togetheR?

All i want for christmas is...

ALL I WANT FER CHRISTMAS IS.....

a crumpler bag(BIG) OR timbuk2 bag( BIGGG)




a G shock watch =D


a Digital Drybox


a Wallet(with money preferred =D)

a 64GB Solid State Drive

a 8gb thumbdrive


a slurplife backpack


okay i cant think of anything else..
so long its consumeable and usable, im happy with it.
coz i have no place in my house to put MISC(refer to pictures in the post directly below.

My Camera

k after struggling for very long, i finally decided on a a33 from sony, instead of d3100 from nikon.
my dad says nikon is better, a lot of people say that too.
but im happy with my choice.

heres the photo of how good my camera resolution are..
ahaha

SLT A55V

http://www.sony.com.sg/product/slt-a55v

Price: $1249
$1349(with lens)

D3000

Features
■10.2-megapixel DX-format DX Imaging sensor
■Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens
■Continuous shooting up to 3fps
■3-inch LCD monitor
■6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
■Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II plus variable center-weighted and spot metering
■11-point Autofocus
■Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
■In-Camera Image Editing
■Active D-Lighting
■Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning

Specifications
■Image Sensor Format : DX
■Sensor Size : 23.6 x 15.8mm
■Total Pixels : 10.75 million
■LCD Monitor Size : 2.5 inch diagonal
■LCD Monitor Resolution : 230,000 Dots
■Slowest Shutter Speed : 30 sec
■Fastest Shutter Speed : 1/4000 sec
■Bulb Shutter Setting : Yes
■Lowest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 100
■Highest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 1600
■Highest Expanded ISO Sensitvity : ISO 3200 equivalent
■Storage Media : SD, SDHC
■Autofocus System : TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM1000 autofocus module
■Built-in Flash : Yes
■Flash Sync Speed : Up to 1/200
■Battery : Rechargeable EN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery
■Battery Life (shots per charge) : 500 shots (CIPA)
■Weight : 16.1oz (485 grams)

Compatible Lenses
■AF-S and AF-I NIKKOR: All functions supported
■Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except autofocus
■Non-Type G or D AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: All functions supported except 3D color matrix metering II and autofocus
■IX-NIKKOR and AF-NIKKOR for F3AF: Not supported
■Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except some shooting modes
■AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
■Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode d, but exposure meter does not function
■Lens with maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster: Electronic rangefinder can be used

http://www.nikondslrs.com/digital-slr/nikon-d3000-review/

Price:$888 (http://www.nikon.com.sg/productitem_new.php?pid=1330-ae86b1ea79)

D5000

Features
■12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
■D-Movie Mode
■Continuous shooting up to 4fps
■2.7-inch LCD monitor
■One-button Live View (4 modes)
■19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes
■Auto Active D-Lighting
■420-Pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II
■11-point Autofocus System with 3D Focus Tracking
■GPS geo-tagging
■In-Camera Retouch Image Editing
■Built-in image sensor cleaning
■Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED Image Processing

Specifications
■Image Sensor Format : DX
■Sensor Size : 15.8 x 23.6mm
■Total Pixels : 12.9 million
■LCD Monitor Size : 2.7 inch diagonal
■LCD Monitor Resolution : 230,000 Dots
■Slowest Shutter Speed : 30 sec
■Fastest Shutter Speed : 1/4000 sec
■Shutter Type : Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
■Lowest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 100
■Highest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 6400
■Highest Expanded ISO Sensitvity : ISO 6400 equivalent
■Storage Media : SD, SDHC
■Movie Modes : Movie with sound, Stop Motion Movie, D-Movie (HD 1280 x 720/24fps; VGA 640 x 424/24fps; QVGA 320 x 216/24fps)
■Autofocus System : Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 Autofocus TTL phase detection, 11 focus points and AF-Assist Illuminator
■Built-in Flash : Yes
■Flash Sync Speed : Up to 1/200
■Battery : Rechargeable EN-EL9/9a Lithium-ion Battery
■Battery Life (shots per charge) : 510 shots (CIPA)
■Weight : 19.8oz (560 grams)

Compatible Lenses
■AF-S or AF-I : All functions supported
■Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor : All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported
■Other AF NIKKOR : All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported
■Type D PC NIKKOR : All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes
■AI-P NIKKOR : All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II
■Non-CPU : Autofocus not supported. Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function. Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster

http://www.nikondslrs.com/digital-slr/nikon-d5000-review/

Price: $1099(http://www.nikon.com.sg/productitem_new.php?pid=1316-d51d9da185)

D3100 specs

Features
■14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
■EXPEED 2 image processing engine
■ISO range of 100 – 3200; Extendable up to 12800
■Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 24fps video recording
■Live View with new AF-F mode and Scene Auto Selector
■11-point autofocus system
■3 inch (7.5cm) TFT LCD screen

Specifications
■Image Sensor Format : DX
■Sensor Size : 23.1 x 15.4mm
■Total Pixels : 14.8 million
■LCD Monitor Size : 3 inch diagonal
■LCD Monitor Resolution : 230,000 Dots
■Slowest Shutter Speed : 30 sec
■Fastest Shutter Speed : 1/4000 sec
■Bulb Shutter Setting : Yes
■Lowest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 100
■Highest ISO Sensitivity : ISO 3200
■Storage Media : SD, SDHC and SDXC
■Autofocus System : TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus module
■Built-in Flash : Yes
■Flash Sync Speed : X=1/200s
■Battery : Rechargeable EN-EL14 Lithium-ion Battery
■Weight : Approx. 1lb 1.8 oz (505g) with battery and memory card

Compatible Lenses
■AF-S, AF-I NIKKOR: All functions supported except color metering
■Other Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except AF and color metering
■PC-E NIKKOR series: All functions supported except autofocus and color metering
■PC Micro-NIKKOR 85mm f/2.8D: all functions supported except autofocus and color metering
■Other AF NIKKOR (except lenses for F3AF)/AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D metering
■Non-CPU AI NIKKOR: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function; Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens cannot be used

http://www.nikondslrs.com/digital-slr/nikon-d3100-review/

Price: $999(http://www.nikon.com.sg/productitem_new.php?pid=1379-926225e57b)

WHO WANTS TO BE SPY?

i cant say that im not impressed.

in fact, im so tempted to place an order on one of the item.
next time, i will have to be more careful to recognise these spy items.

HOWEVER,
they looked so like china made goods,
which means they will not last and is of poor quality.
and of course, the price is too big for it.

http://zirkinc.blogspot.com/

polaroid sales from some vr zoner

im not trying to advertise,
but i just got 10 packs frm them @ $10 each.

so shall post his details here for easier reference if i need stock next time
_______________________________________

Film Expiry:
Plain - August 2012
Colour - August 2012

Price:
Plain:
1 pack (10 films) *No Box provided* - $11 per pack
1 Box (2 packs/20 films) - $21 per box ($10.50 per pack)
3 Boxes and above - $20 per box ($10 per pack)

Colourful:
1 pack (10 films) *No Box provided* - $14.00 per pack
1 Box (2 packs/20 films) - $27 per box ($13.50 per pack)

Postage:
Normal postage: $1
*Registered mail add $2.50 (Highly Recommended)*
I will not be responsible for any lost mail

Self-Collection:
ONLY @ Boon Lay MRT Station at my convenience (COD)

Enquires/ Order:
Please email me at coaster_87@hotmail.com in the following format.

Subject: Fujifilm Instax Mini Films (Plain / Colourful)

Name:
Contact no:
Address:
Collection: Normal/Registered/Self-Collect

Standard Films: (no of packets)
Colour Films: (no of packets)

I will email back asap. I will send confirmation and payment details to you.
Hurry.... While Stocks Last!!!
____________________________________

heres another good deal.

Fuji Instax Films
$10.50 per pack!
*(Min. 2 packs) Regardless of amount


INSTOCK NOW!

Also available Instax Mini 7s in White & Choco - $134 (with 1 year warranty)


Quote 'vr-zone' if u drop me a text.
text me at 9093499 six for fast deal
_____________________________________________

i guess, the next time i buy, im so gonna buy from some ebay ppl in bulk!!
bah

Meiji factory sales.

okay, i went to 36 quality road by taking 246 from boon lay mrt station.. its about 4stops away and u can see the big big factory of meiji.

BUT
the things there are not cheap(apart from budget corner, which is totally wiped by the time i reached there @1.30pm(operating hours 12-3pm)

yes, there is 20% discount, but things like the tube choco is marked up at $5.65 each(before 20%) while ntuc xtra sells at $4.50!!
so its almost the same..

as for yan yan, its $0.80(after 20%), which is only about 10-20c cheaper den outside!! (fyi, cab there from amk is about $18,bus + train there is about $2 )

Hello panda sells @ a box fer almost $13(before 20%), and one box have 24 packs. assuming each pack at retail is 60c, its just like buy 20 free 4 -.-

so my conclusion is that the things there is not VERY cheap, despite the 20% due to marked up prices.

HOWEVER
there are quite a few products there cant be EASILY found off the shelf.
im not sure if they are not in stores of sg, or if they are only is certain higher end stores, or is it EXCLUSIVE to meiji factory outlet.
they are also not cheap (imagine a pack of grapes gummy costing $4.20 before discount (ps: want want grape gummy costs only 90c @ shengshiong))

ALL IN ALL,
its a fun experience there, with so many meiji products to choose from, and despite being a bit disapointed with the price(coz ppl have been saying it is damn cheap there and its a sales that couldnt be missed), im still glad i made the trip. coz meiji produces excellent and tasty tit bits!!

bah... im gonna be fat... FML