Topics: Overpriced Nikon Lens?(https://petapixel.com/2019/10/09/nikon-58mm-f-0-95-s-noct-8000-for-the-fastest-nikkor-lens-ever/) Nikon announced an $8,000 lens, do you think its overpriced, or priced right? Would you invest in this lens if you shot Nikon and had the cash to burn? What would you use this lens for? What’s the lowest aperture lens you own? What’s the most expensive lens you own?
Suing for old work (https://petapixel.com/2019/10/10/two-photographers-sue-nyc-parks-for-publicizing-unearthed-photos/)– Two New York times photographers are suing the National park service for the use of their imagery without their permission. Do you think this is a valid lawsuit? What would you do in a similar situation?
Female-only awards (https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.digitalcameraworld.com/amp/news/female-only-photo-award-highlights-the-positive-power-of-photojournalism)- What do you think of this award?- do you think there should be gender specific contests? Does it help or hinder the winner? Would you enter or encourage women to attend? What are some other gender or other qualifier awards ceremonies you’d recommend.