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10/06/2005 06:24:39 PM · #1 |
Well I am very excited. I am going to look at the Sigma 300-800mm lens. I have talked with Sigma and they have agreed to send one to Norman Camera in Kalamazoo, MI. It is a lot more than the 50-500 but I am not really that happy with the 50-500 so they are willing to work it out on a new lens. $1000 ---> $5500 so why wouldn't they be. I'll post more info later.
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10/06/2005 06:35:43 PM · #2 |
i'm sure it's an awesome lens. 800mm 5.6 is very cool! The thing is really super heavy though, 13 pounds is it?
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10/06/2005 06:46:38 PM · #3 |
On your Rebel that will "act" like a 480 - 1280mm Æ’/5.6 lens... awesome.
Better bring the credit card. I have a feeling after you get a chance to play with that bad boy you won't be able to say no...
They wouldn't ship it to Adray's in Ann Arbor? Bummer. I would've met you there to check it out. =]
Message edited by author 2005-10-06 18:47:46. |
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10/06/2005 06:55:40 PM · #4 |
13 pounds, 800 mm....sweet
You'll be the subject of lens envy in all the kingdoms. |
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10/06/2005 07:45:48 PM · #5 |
why cant canon make super zooms like that :(
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10/07/2005 12:50:05 PM · #6 |
| I saw that lens when in Montreal, at one of the camera stores. It is a beast, mind you a sexy beast. |
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10/07/2005 05:51:31 PM · #7 |
Is there any thoughts out there on Heavy lens support. I have a nice rigid Manfrotto Tripod with a older ball head that 'sticks'. I want to replace it with a Gimbal style head and use that tripod exclusively for the long lens setup. Any thoughts or advice. I have seen the Manfrotto one but nothing else. Maybe they will have one at Norman Camera. I read Moose Peterson's book wildlife photography and he mentioned three- the Wimberly, Manfrotto and another that I can't seem to remeber or find online. Anyone? Even if I keep the 50-500mm I need something different for support.
Message edited by author 2005-10-07 17:52:19. |
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10/07/2005 06:39:18 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by tenfrozentoes:
Is there any thoughts out there on Heavy lens support... |
I'd recommend the Wimberley Head and a Tripod rated for around twice the weight of the whole Camera/Lens/Head assembly. |
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