Test shots from my new Tamron SP 150-600mm VC USM lens
Apr 3, 2014 23:45:29 #
Bill Emmett wrote:
Tamron built this for use mainly on a full frame camera. None the less, people don't have to run out and buy a new camera for this lens. Reasonable thought would prevail that if it fits on a cropped body it should take great photos too, but with a larger angle of view. Keep in mind your 7D is one of the best for wildlife, and action. So, when your lens arrives, don't worry, just go out and get ready for some wonderful shots.
Bill,
We are starting to see the beginning of the Spring bird migration here and I am getting out to greet the birds with the 7D and 150-600mm Tamron lens combination.
Here is a photo (191mm) from about 50 yards of two Sandhill Cranes looking for open water.
I have cropped the photo but the quality is ver good.
Thanks for your help.
Tom
Apr 4, 2014 02:40:51 #
Tom O wrote:
Bill, br br Great shots. I have gone from agony t... (show quote)
i've read the DxO report as well, and actually, it marks this new Tamron lens as equal to or slightly better than the Canon 100-400L on that body. a touch more CA and distortion, but then, the Canon only goes to 400mm, so those results aren't surprising. comparing it to the results on a full-frame body like the 5D mk III just isn't a fair comparison; the Mk III is a much newer design, with better AF and better processors.
frankly, the only concern i have at all with this lens - aside from not having the scratch to buy one! :( - is the issue with the AI servo focus tracking at longer focal lengths. it's not an issue shooting static subjects, but for BIF shots, which i like to do, it could be problematic. the lens performs fine with the 70D and 5D3 and 1Dx, but the "older" bodies, like the 7D, 1D4, etc., seem to exhibit problems. i'm hoping by the time i can scrape together the wherewithal to buy one Tamron will have fixed the issue so i can order one without reservation...
Apr 4, 2014 03:10:48 #
Bill Emmett wrote:
I took the following sequence of shots in my backyard of the gas line markers across the canal. The distance is very close to 75 yards. I used a golf distance measuring system to the pin. All the shots were at f11, ISO 640, in AV mode. The lens and camera was on a tripod, with a loose head. The shots using both tele-extenders were manual focus. The 1.4, is Kenko, and the 2X is Tamron.
Good work, real world test shots that's a good thing.
:thumbup: :thumbup:
Apr 4, 2014 07:45:06 #
SQUIRL033 wrote:
i've read the DxO report as well, and actually, it... (show quote)
SQUIRL033,
Seams you said that in an earlier post. If you read my earlier post, before your first one, you will see what I think of the Dx0 reports.
You might want to follow my thread at:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-196970-4.html#3365077
It is addressing this problem directly.
Jim D
Apr 4, 2014 09:09:03 #
Tom O wrote:
Thanks Jim,
I have been using the lens with my 7D and getting use to the combination. Here is an Eagle picture from along the Mississippi River in Northern Wisconsin.
The eagle had to be at least 100yards out over the river from my shooting point.
I have cropped the photo but getting to track birds with all 600mm will take some practice.
I appreciate your help.
Tom
I have been using the lens with my 7D and getting use to the combination. Here is an Eagle picture from along the Mississippi River in Northern Wisconsin.
The eagle had to be at least 100yards out over the river from my shooting point.
I have cropped the photo but getting to track birds with all 600mm will take some practice.
I appreciate your help.
Tom
Tom,
I haven't had the chance to play with one but hope to on Sunday, if you read and follow my thread.
Yes, tracking with it at 600mm is going to take some practice! It took me quite a while to get use to tracking with my 500mm, which is a prime. Then I stuck the 1.4X on it and started all over, LOL!
When tracking something like your eagle shot, start with a focal length of around 200 to 300mm. Once you find your bird then zoom out to 600mm. You will find it much easier to learn to track with by doing this. The more time you spend with a long lens the easier it will get. Another thing I do is sight down the top of the lens, as you would with a rifle. I do this with my 500mm and have found it has helped a lot. I often practice doing this on tree branches or stumps. Keep both eyes open and once you see what you are looking for you can sight thru the view finder. The key word here is PRACTICE, PRACTICE AND MORE PRACTICE! Start sighting something like that post in Bills first photos and just keep working with it. In time it will become second nature.
Jim D
Apr 4, 2014 09:29:14 #
oldtool2 wrote:
Bill,
Thanks for posting these photos. I was surprised to be able to read the "pipeline warning" on the post with the TC's.
Were these taken using A1 Servo?
Jim D
Thanks for posting these photos. I was surprised to be able to read the "pipeline warning" on the post with the TC's.
Were these taken using A1 Servo?
Jim D
Bill,
I asked once but do not know if you saw my question. Were your photos taken using the A1 Servo mode? I realize they are stationary photos but they still could have been taken while in that mode, using fast continuous (8 fps).
I have another question. I have noticed other photographers posting photos to your thread but have not seen anyone ask if you minded. Do you mind them doing so?
Also, are you going to go back to the pond and try for photos of wildlife there again?
Jim D
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