What: Sunset at Costa da Caparica. Skyline view with poor neighborhood in the foreground.
Where: Costa da Caparica, Almada, Setúbal, Portugal
When: December 2011
Why: Because sometimes we need to remember the sunset is not for everybody and there is people living in extreme poverty just at our doorstep.

What: Range Rover Evoque in white, BMW X3 and Audi Q5 at the back
Where: Cabo Espichel, near Lisbon, Portugal
When: October 2011
How: This was done to be used as a double opening spread at Automotor. To balance the back light with the one at the cars, I decided to use a neutral density graduated filter, shoot seven bracketed images and used Photomatix Pro for the HDR. Used a tripod mounted in top of a 4×4 vehicle to have the from the above view.

Zé Pedro e Tim – Xutos & Pontapes – Incrivel Almadense, circa 1988
Passou-me pelas mãos à dias numa impressão um pouco gasta e apeteceu-me partilhar.

Who: Nilton – Portuguese comedian
Where: Lisbon – Parque Eduardo VII
When: 26 Apr 2011
How: Shooting people can be compared in a way to shooting ice cream. With time on set it will never look better. I like to work fast and have everything prepared on the subject arrival. Nilton arrived on time and was very professional and gentle. It was a pleasure to work with, Thank you Nilton.

What: ETL – European Tour of Longboard 2009
Where: Estoril event held at Santo Amaro de Oeiras due to surf conditions
When: Sunday, 2009-11-22
How: Just a Nikon DX camera body and a 300mm lens. Since all the action is happening very close to shore there is no need to a very very long lens.

What: VW Golf R and VW Scirocco R for Automotor Magazine.
Where: Ota airfield, Carregado, Portugal.
When: Early morning.
How: Four Lumedyne flashguns mixed with natural light. Shoot with D3x and 24-70 for a double spread.

What: Volvo XC 60 for Automotor Magazine
Where: Ericeira, Portugal
How: Just natural light by the end of the day, mixed with some patience to wait for the right set wave. Was shoot in portrait with plenty of copy space to fill one page and allow the insertion of titles and headlines.

Nikon just released the new  AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens which offers professional image quality in a zoom lens covering the 200 to 400 mm range and FX format conpatibility.

This new introduction in the Nikon catalog is coming to replace the AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED which was released back in 2003. This new lens offers several improvements as the new VR II (vibration reduction II), Nano Crystal Coat, and optimized autofocus.

Price will be around the  $7.000 USD, and it will be available by the end of May.

PRESS RELEASE

NIKON FOCUSES ON EXCEPTIONAL IMAGE QUALITY AT SUPER-TELEPHOTO FOCAL LENGTHS WITH NEW AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II HIGH POWER PROFESSIONAL ZOOM LENS


MELVILLE, N.Y. (April 27, 2010) –  Today, the evolution of the super telephoto lens continues as Nikon Inc. announced the new AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens which delivers optical excellence and stunning image quality for professional photographers. Ideal for bringing to life exquisite detail for sports, nature and travel photography, this new lens affords a constant maximum aperture of f/4 and rugged construction for maximum versatility. Continued refinements and new technologies such as Vibration Reduction (VR) II, Nano Crystal Coat, and optimized autofocus (AF) modes enhance functionality and improve performance for discerning FX and DX-format photographers.

“The AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm lens builds upon a proven design for professional level optics by incorporating the latest Nikon lens technologies to give photographers the edge in the field, and the ability to capture the most intricate of details with extraordinary fidelity,” said Lisa Osorio, general manager of Marketing at Nikon Inc.  “As both camera capabilities and the roles of photographers expand, NIKKOR enhancements will continue to meet demands and exceed expectations to remain the pinnacle of optical excellence for all types of photographers.”

Whether photographing the decisive play at home plate or predators of the Serengeti, the 200-400mm f/4 lens is an essential tool for photographers who require long focal lengths and maximum versatility without sacrificing image quality. The 200-400mm lens benefits from the addition of Nikon’s proprietary Nano Crystal Coat to reduce instances of ghosting and flaring.  The result is unparalleled clarity and sharpness in challenging lighting environments typical to sports venues or harsh sunlight.

Additionally, this new NIKKOR lens features Nikon VR II image stabilization, which is specifically engineered for each lens for maximum performance. VR II is a valuable asset to those shooting photos or HD video, as image blur introduced by camera shake and telephoto magnification is significantly reduced. Users are able to shoot up to four stops* slower than otherwise possible, overcoming many of the challenges of handheld shooting with such extreme focal lengths. VR functionality is further augmented with Automatic Panning Detection and an Active VR Mode to help compensate for movement from an unstable position such as a moving vehicle.  Additionally, VR is always engaged when shooting in the D-Movie mode on select Nikon D-SLRs, helping to stabilize HD video capture.

The new 200-400mm f/4 lens features a host of professional focusing features to further enhance functionality. Photographers can now select from three focus modes to match shooting conditions, including manual mode (M) and autofocus with manual override (M/A) mode, and new A/M mode which is used to avoid cancelling the AF setting by unintentionally moving the focus ring while shooting. The M/A and A/M focus modes enhance AF control with fast, secure switching from automatic and manual focus to adapt to personal shooting preference and techniques. Additionally, photographers can activate the AF Recall Mode at the press of a button that allows for instant return to a predetermined point of focus to confidently capture anticipated shots.

This professional lens is constructed of die-cast magnesium for maximum durability and is sealed to resist dust and moisture, with protective Meniscus glass to safeguard the lens’ front element. The optical formula features four Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for superior sharpness, color and image quality, while minimizing chromatic aberration. The lens also features Nikon’s exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology, which enables high-speed autofocus performance with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation. Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating further suppresses flare and offers superior color consistency throughout the frame.

Price and Availability
The AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens is scheduled to be available at Nikon authorized dealers in late May 2010 with an estimated selling price of $6,999.95. For more information, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

Diver at the bow of SS Rosalie Moller

Diver at the bow of SS Rosalie Moller shipwreck sunk at Safe Anchorage H, North West of Gubal Saghir Island, in 8 october 1941. Red Sea, Egypt

Sphoeroides marmoratus - Guinean puffer hidden in the sand, Azores Islands, Portugal