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01/29/2014 10:09:06 AM · #1 |
600mm -- it's only in my dreams! It's only about $1000 (which is expensive, but for a 600mm??)
*SIGH*
midwest photo exchange tamron
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Message edited by author 2014-01-29 10:10:01. |
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01/29/2014 10:12:22 AM · #2 |
| Tamron is working very well lately. I love my 24-70 and I'll surely buy the 70-200. This lens is stunning for that price. |
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01/29/2014 11:28:17 AM · #3 |
| I have a birthday coming up :-). Unfortunately the Midwest site isn't loading for me and B&H and Adorama have it on back order. If I get one (I hinted not-very-subtly to hubby that I was drooling over this lens) I will post sample pix. There's a Bald Eagle pair nesting in a park a few miles from me and while I know where the nest is I can't get close enough for decent shots as the non-sitting parent goes back and forth. But with 600mm of reach my odds will greatly improve ::she said optimistically:: Meanstwhile, I'll just dream about it. |
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01/30/2014 09:16:39 AM · #4 |
Cheers, I've got a friend who is after an inexpensive (compared to most) wildlife lens, I'll pass this on.
:)
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01/30/2014 05:27:49 PM · #5 |
| I know that Tamron does rebates all the time...that would make this even better!!! |
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01/30/2014 05:37:26 PM · #6 |
| If this one lives up to the early hype.... might be a great option for those needing l.o.n.g... I know I could not keep a subject in view @600.... it would jump all over the place :-) |
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01/30/2014 10:55:48 PM · #7 |
| I've read as much as I can about this lens and from what I hear and the images I've seen taken with it, it's one awesome lens! Sharp (very sharp) through most of the focal range wide open. VC and USD as great as on the other recent long Tamrons. |
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01/31/2014 09:00:20 AM · #8 |
I worry about the fact that it's not as fast as the canon 100-400 (for focusing). The 100-400 is definitely not the fasted lens for focusing...
But I still think you should all send emails to my husband that our 25 anniversary is coming up. :) |
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01/31/2014 03:55:28 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
I know that Tamron does rebates all the time...that would make this even better!!! |
For what it's worth...I have their 18-270mm lens...it's really amazing and has become my "walk-about lens" |
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01/31/2014 05:03:08 PM · #10 |
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01/31/2014 05:34:35 PM · #11 |
| I think 90% of us would love to have one :-) Including me. 400mm isn't especially long on FF.. |
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01/31/2014 07:41:56 PM · #12 |
| Oh my! This is definitely on my wish list. |
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02/19/2014 11:54:31 AM · #13 |
ok has anyone bought this lens?
I got this e-mail for the 150-500 Segma...anyone have this?
other than having 100mm more...what are your opinions of each of these lens? |
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02/19/2014 11:56:58 AM · #14 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
ok has anyone bought this lens?
I got this e-mail for the 150-500 Segma...anyone have this?
other than having 100mm more...what are your opinions of each of these lens? |
I don't believe Tamron is out yet though I believe we can pre-order. |
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02/19/2014 12:03:00 PM · #15 |
Originally posted by pgirish007:
Originally posted by Ja-9:
ok has anyone bought this lens?
I got this e-mail for the 150-500 Segma...anyone have this?
other than having 100mm more...what are your opinions of each of these lens? |
I don't believe Tamron is out yet though I believe we can pre-order. |
do you think I would do better to get a 2x converter? |
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02/19/2014 12:26:25 PM · #16 |
| The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
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02/19/2014 12:44:40 PM · #17 |
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get me more "distance"...you know "bang for my buck" |
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02/19/2014 12:58:51 PM · #18 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get me more "distance"...you know "bang for my buck" |
if so then I believe Tamron would be best bet, I am also keeping eye on this but waiting to see results. Though lens rental says they have it available for 4 days for $53+$25 shipping. |
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02/19/2014 01:00:35 PM · #19 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get me more "distance"...you know "bang for my buck" |
Best distance bang for the buck?
Vivitar Series 1 800mm f/11
Three things:
1. Doughnut Bokeh. You may like it, you may hate it.
2. You'll need an adapter (You should get the T adapter, not a M42 adapter, unless you want AF confirm - see below)
3. No AF, but you might be able to get an adapter with the AF Confirm chip for that M42 mount...
4. Quality isn't as high as the 100-400 with 1.4x TC (or probably as with the 2x)
ETA:
Here's another one, with the Nikon mount...
But.. Considering that these can be had for less than $400, that's the bargain end of long, with something that resembles good quality. (although, I don't know that I'd ever be happy without the super-fine details of L-glass...)
Message edited by author 2014-02-19 13:08:51. |
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02/19/2014 01:08:46 PM · #20 |
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
It depends on whether your camera can autofocus beyond f/5.6. That combo works on mine. |
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02/19/2014 01:12:35 PM · #21 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
It depends on whether your camera can autofocus beyond f/5.6. That combo works on mine. |
Also another good point.. My 1D is perfectly happy with that combo for AF. (my being happy with the IQ is another story, although it's really not too bad at all) |
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02/19/2014 01:32:30 PM · #22 |
Mirror lenses are essentially catadioptric telescopes, hence the donut hole. IF you go the manual focus / T-adapter router, you could also opt for a refractor telescope with potentially better image quality and no donut hole. 900mm f/9 apochromatic refractors can be had for well under $1000. Hand holding is not an option, though. |
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02/19/2014 01:36:00 PM · #23 |
Originally posted by pgirish007:
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get me more "distance"...you know "bang for my buck" |
if so then I believe Tamron would be best bet, I am also keeping eye on this but waiting to see results. Though lens rental says they have it available for 4 days for $53+$25 shipping. |
Which rental company? |
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02/19/2014 01:38:20 PM · #24 |
Originally posted by scalvert:
Mirror lenses are essentially catadioptric telescopes, hence the donut hole. IF you go the manual focus / T-adapter router, you could also opt for a refractor telescope with potentially better image quality and no donut hole. 900mm f/9 apochromatic refractors can be had for well under $1000. Hand holding is not an option, though. |
I need to hand hold...my longest lens as of now is my 70-300mm...it's a good lens but just doesn't give me the distance...I'm thinking f/11 would be very slow!!! |
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02/19/2014 01:40:52 PM · #25 |
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Originally posted by pgirish007:
Originally posted by Ja-9:
Originally posted by vawendy:
The converter doesn't work with the 100-400 supposedly. At least the autofocus won't. Otherwise I would have done it long ago. :( |
I'm just trying to figure out the best way to get me more "distance"...you know "bang for my buck" |
if so then I believe Tamron would be best bet, I am also keeping eye on this but waiting to see results. Though lens rental says they have it available for 4 days for $53+$25 shipping. |
Which rental company? |
here is the link
But my bad :(
it is Canon version and it won't be available until March 24th :(
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