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I've had a Home Staging company ask if we would set up lighting in the fronts of homes for customers who are selling their homes. I was wondering if the realty community had any opinions on the value of quality landscape lighting. I'm not talking the store bought cheap fixtures - either solar or plastic light kits, but metal low voltage lights for the sidewalks, lighting for pillars and brick/stone face, along with any trees etc.

I am not a realtor but have bought and sold multiple homes. It doesn't really add much to me. I think the money could be spend better else where.

2006-08-07 14:11:15 by backhome101

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I was given two Moonray transformers LV 1064, both 60 W transformers. On the back of one of them is states 6 - 10 W bulbs and on the back of the other it states 6 - 7 W bulbs.

First question, why different wattages of bulbs for each transformer when they are both LV1064 and 120 V 60 W transformers. stated for each transformer.

Second question, it's my understanding that like regular light fixutres, low voltage fixtures also have maximum wattage requirements. I have a total of 10 fixtures, how can I determine what wattage requirements these fixtures have?

I always assumed that as long as you don't exceed the maxium wattage of the transormer, you could use any combination of wattages.

A little off topic, but does anyone know what gauge wire come with moonray lighting kits as I would like to use the left over wire with my malibu lights that are 16 gauge.

Far too many questions, I know, but thanks to any and all for your help.

I'm not familiar with Moonray. I have used Malibu.

The difference may be when they were made. You might want to contact the company to see what the differences are.

You are correct - as long as your total wattage does not exceed the transformer's maximum you should be O.K. (don't worry about line loss in the wire).

You shouldn't have any problem using the 16 gage wire on this system.

2008-07-25 12:32:29 by P

Price: $66.30

Traditional path lighting kit with bonus spotlights
Includes bulbs and bonus deck mount
Photocell sensor automatically turns lights on at dusk and off at dawn

I currently have an advanced point and shoot fujifilm s700. And am thinking of upgrading to a canon rebel xt but don't know how well the range of the kit lens it brings will be or perform for my needs. Can someone shed some light on a lens or lenses for my needs?

Well, here's the deal- no single lens is going to great at everything you listed, all together.

Think about it this way: the focal length of the lens you'll need for good sports and wildlife photos is at least about 300mm, that is, a telephoto lens. The focal length that'll produce good landscapes is of a very wide angle, maybe 15mm (especially on a Rebel). For portraits and group photos, you're looking at something in the middle, say 50mm. It's really hard to find a lens of good quality that covers that kind of range, not to mention it'd be very expensive and quite unwieldy.

That's just taking the focal length into consideration, and it's only one of many things that'll affect a lens's ability to take good shots of a particular subject.

That said, if you're just getting into using an SLR, the kit lens will do just fine. First thing is first, learn how to get the most out of your camera, and the lens it comes with, and once you've gotten a little experience, you'll know what your next lens should be. In the mean time, the kit lens, or any medium range (say 20 - 70 mm) zoom lens will do

If you're interested, I'd recommend checking out the following forum: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/. It's a community of Canon users of all types and abilities, it's a great resource, and there's lots of folks there that'll be happy to help you out.

2008-02-27 16:15:04 by fabian m

Price: $60.32 $48.53

Shipping Weight: 10.29 lbs
SKU (MODEL#): AR_15736613.
Sold and shipped by AtRight.

- shooting concert pictures (sitting far from the stage)
- indoor pictures with family
- landscape pictures (ex. beach/sunset) and
- nighttime pictures (ex.city lights/buildings)??

Remember, i'm on a budget here so the least lenses i can buy to fit all of my criteria s would be the best. I'm very new to this slr system so if someone can also tell me what kind of pics i can take with the lens kit (18-55mm), it would be appreciated. Thanks soo much !!!

You can shoot anything with the kit lens, except you're limited on zoom range. I sold mine and got the 18-200mm VR, instead of keeping it and getting the 55-200. Why have to stop and change lenses? It's worth the $635 I paid for it.

2008-06-19 10:53:48 by yabe_nsyncbsb

Nikon D40X 10.2MP Digital SLR 2GB Outfit + Extras!

Excellent/immaculate condition... barely used. Includes everything listed below:

Nikon D40x 10.2 MP CAMERA BODY
Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX Nikkor Lens
Aluminum case with key
2GB SD memory card
UV Filter
Polarizing Filter
F-DL Filter
Leather snap Case for filters
Tokina .45X Wide-Angle macro lens
Tokina storage pouch
Mini Tripod
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Quick Charger
USB Cable
Rubber Eyecup
Camera Strap
Body Cap
Eyepiece Cap
Nikon PictureProject Software CD-Rom
Quick Start Guide
Instruction Manual
Retail Box
Cleaning Kit (used once)

Product Features
10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
2.5-inch LCD monitor; 170-degree viewing angle
3D Color Matrix Metering II for ideal exposures in almost any lighting condition
Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
Includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens

Technical Details
Model: 9421
Optical Sensor Resolution: 10.2 MP
optical_sensor_technology: CCD
Optical zoom: 3.5 x
maximum_aperture_range: F/3.5-5.6
Minimum focal length: 18 millimeters
Maximum focal length: 55 millimeters
Lens Type: Zoom lens
optical_sensor_size: 15.8 x 23.6mm
Included Flash Type: Pop-up flash
Display Size: 2.5 inches
light_sensitivity: ISO auto, ISO 100-1600
Image types: RAW, JPEG
Shooting Modes: Children, Close-up, Landscape, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Night portrait
Exposure Control Type: Landscape, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Night portrait, Close-up, Children
Viewfinder Type: Eye-level penta-dach mirror
Width: 5 inches
Depth: 2.5 inches
Height: 3.7 inches
Weight: 17.5 Ounces

The only things that put me off is the Tokina wide-angle converter (nearly valueless), and the tacky aluminum case with key that screams out "EXPENSIVE" to thieves at work. But then again, the price your getting it at is hard to beat, and if you trust the source, I say go for it.

2009-03-04 00:57:04 by jenmart