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FOV: Another Reason For the D850
Oct 5, 2017 13:12:37 #
jmvaugh wrote:
You don’t need to justify to Hoggers that you want... (show quote)
Now that's what I'm talkin' 'bout.
Oct 6, 2017 07:21:51 #
billnikon
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OddJobber wrote:
That's the problem. Wider lens = fewer pixels on target = less detail. 
Your panning technique needs to be improved upon. I used to sit by the road and shoot fast cars going by until I got it right. Either that are you ARE TOO OLD for this, maybe retirement from shooting fast birds in flight should be considered. I am 68 and use the Nikon D500 with the 200-500, I usually fill the frame, have the bird centered, and my keep rate for focus is 98% and my keep the bird in the frame rate is 100%. Again, it's technique and practice. Keep at it, I have great confidence in you.
Oct 6, 2017 07:24:25 #
When you shoot BIF cutting of parts happen, practice practice practice zoom out your D500 and 200-500 combo is what I use and still cut off part of birds
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Oct 6, 2017 07:32:45 #
Oct 6, 2017 07:38:16 #
OddJobber wrote:
I want birds with all their parts. 
So do the birds. : )
Oct 6, 2017 08:30:27 #
In the first place, the right term is angle of view and not field of view. If your reactions are not what they used to be (welcome to the senior club) what makes you think a different camera will bring those fast reactions back?
Oct 6, 2017 11:13:01 #
camerapapi wrote:
In the first place, the right term is angle of view and not field of view. If your reactions are not what they used to be (welcome to the senior club) what makes you think a different camera will bring those fast reactions back?
Ohnonono, papapapi!
"In photography, angle of view (AOV) describes the angular extent of a given scene that is imaged by a camera. It is used interchangeably with the more general term field of view." - Wikipedia
It's an established fact that a better camera makes you a better photographer.
Also, faster AF and larger field of view give me more time on target. 
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Oct 6, 2017 11:15:40 #
cthahn wrote:
The photographer takes the picture, not the camera.
Is there an echo in here or did you think of that just for me? My shots without a camera are less than good.
Oct 6, 2017 11:19:03 #
camerapapi wrote:
If your reactions are not what they used to be (welcome to the senior club) what makes you think a different camera will bring those fast reactions back?
Camera isn’t fixing reactions. Going to wider view gives more time in which to react {I’m 69, so I understand the problem}
Oct 6, 2017 11:20:34 #
billnikon wrote:
Your panning technique needs to be improved upon. ... (show quote)
Just wait until next year, youngster. I'm 69. But thanks for your encouragement.
Oct 6, 2017 11:22:58 #
Keep the Nikkor 200-500, and get that new D-850. It will not make your reactions any faster but it is one nice camera. Happy shooting.
Oct 6, 2017 11:23:02 #
rehess wrote:
Camera isn’t fixing reactions. Going to wider view gives more time in which to react.
Asked and answered. Yes! Wider view, as in bigger sensor.
Oct 6, 2017 11:24:38 #
Acountry330 wrote:
Keep the Nikkor 200-500, and get that new D-850. It will not make your reactions any faster but it is one nice camera. Happy shooting.
I like your thinking. I'll keep one of everything.
Oct 6, 2017 11:28:02 #
OddJobber wrote:
One step at a time amfoto. But now that you mention it, is anyone making an 8 X 10 inch digital sensor yet?
Hold out for the 9x11. You'll be able to stop for a smoke and still get the bird.
http://www.largesense.com/products/8x10-large-format-digital-back-ls911/
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Oct 6, 2017 12:51:17 #
rehess wrote:
Camera isn’t fixing reactions. Going to wider view gives more time in which to react {I’m 69, so I understand the problem}
Finally, someone who does understand my point!
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