Hatfield Colliery - Ongoing Demolition
The demolition of what remains of Hatfield Colliery is continuing and a large amount of the structure which, if I understand correctly, cleaned the coal has been taken down. I found the row of almost A-shaped concrete pillars which supported it quite fascinating. There is also part of the conveyor belt hanging from the structure.
Had I known this was to continue when it did, I would have returned to this sooner.
I used this opportunity to test my new (to me) Nikkor 70-210mm f/4D. If I have researched correctly, this lens was produced between 1986-1988. I have lacked a telephoto zoom for some time and missed the versatility so when I saw this lens at a modest price and took the chance. I wasn't sure what to expect but with some post-processing it is quite a useful lens. Using mostly primes for a long time, I did notice some drop in performance compared to what I have been used to but I am satisfied with the results I have been able to get and the versatility is an acceptable compromise.
My initial plan was to pair this with mainly with my Nikon F80 film camera but it I'll continue to use it with my D600 too.
Hatfield Colliery - Ongoing Demolition
The demolition of what remains of Hatfield Colliery is continuing and a large amount of the structure which, if I understand correctly, cleaned the coal has been taken down. I found the row of almost A-shaped concrete pillars which supported it quite fascinating. There is also part of the conveyor belt hanging from the structure.
Had I known this was to continue when it did, I would have returned to this sooner.
I used this opportunity to test my new (to me) Nikkor 70-210mm f/4D. If I have researched correctly, this lens was produced between 1986-1988. I have lacked a telephoto zoom for some time and missed the versatility so when I saw this lens at a modest price and took the chance. I wasn't sure what to expect but with some post-processing it is quite a useful lens. Using mostly primes for a long time, I did notice some drop in performance compared to what I have been used to but I am satisfied with the results I have been able to get and the versatility is an acceptable compromise.
My initial plan was to pair this with mainly with my Nikon F80 film camera but it I'll continue to use it with my D600 too.