Posts for: Darren01
Apr 13, 2020 12:20:38 #
Apr 13, 2020 11:48:17 #
Apr 13, 2020 08:14:24 #
Raptor.....
This what I believe is a Coopers hawk that usually nests
in the eucalyptus trees across the street. Today he/she stopped
by the trees in my neighbors yard for Easter. Lighting is not great, but I'll take
what I can get...
Hand held at approx. 75 to 100'
Canon 5DMIV
Tamron 150-600
@ 500-600
F6.3
800 shutter
Auto ISO
This what I believe is a Coopers hawk that usually nests
in the eucalyptus trees across the street. Today he/she stopped
by the trees in my neighbors yard for Easter. Lighting is not great, but I'll take
what I can get...
Hand held at approx. 75 to 100'
Canon 5DMIV
Tamron 150-600
@ 500-600
F6.3
800 shutter
Auto ISO
Mar 26, 2020 17:02:13 #
LOL.. Still using the current stuff to the max....! Waste not want not..
Mar 25, 2020 19:18:11 #
ggab wrote:
Chiming in a bit late, however I picked up a used 300L IS USM first version for $2,000.00 last year. Bought the 1.4 III and 2x III extender. So far, I really like the results.
A bit older and heavier than the II however very fast AF and sharp images.
Satisfies my needs, for now.....
A bit older and heavier than the II however very fast AF and sharp images.
Satisfies my needs, for now.....
All good thoughts! Thank you all for you input. I know it's expensive, but so is life and... I like to capture the moments when I can with a CAMERA!! Not a cell phone with an infinity focused lens.
It's almost as if the Buck Rogers era has been upon us for a while. The wrist watch phone... it's here, well a companion to the cell host but it's here! My Great Grandmother was born in
1904. Horse drawn wagon, motor car, airplane (sorta) back then. We lost her in 1999 at 95 years old. I ponder how she grew up through all the inventions and two world wars. I'm rambling again!!! LOL
One day/year, I will get that lens!
Thanks again all, and stay Healthy...... Darren
P.S. - she did get to meet her great great grandson also briefly. My son who just turned 21 today! YIKES!! Thank god all the bars are closed..!!!
Mar 25, 2020 08:44:09 #
Irvingite Charles wrote:
Don't get me wrong, it's a decent lens for the price. It was a bit better on the Canon 80D crop sensor. Had to sell that camera to get the 5DMIV when B&H had a sale i couldn't resist.... Lol...
Mar 25, 2020 08:32:48 #
Traveller_Jeff wrote:
The shots were taken to show the clarity of the le... (show quote)
I did get it better with FoCal but that is only at 150 and 600 because the micro adjust in camera only does two points. Have not had time to do a full Tap in yet. That will take a bit of time......
Mar 24, 2020 22:38:58 #
Traveller_Jeff wrote:
I'm really loving my Tamron 150-600mm G2 zoom moun... (show quote)
BTW... Nice shots! My Tamy G2 canon mount is not even close in clarity..
Mar 24, 2020 22:29:07 #
falcnheart7 wrote:
Did he know you were shooting him/give you permission to use his image?
Seriously? Is this just not another day at the beach with a camera..?. Which are closed in California now btw... As are all city(town) parking lots, hiking trails. ponds, lakes ,airport,camp grounds and swamps etc... It's just like my trash cans on the curb! Think about that! As soon as the cans reach the curb, they are public domain!
Mar 24, 2020 21:42:05 #
Hell, they just shut down everything here.... Parks, trails, city(town) parking lots, and the beach. I live a bit north in Fallbrook watching the stupidity.! Don't get started on the Democratic government...
Mar 24, 2020 21:34:42 #
Everybody is SCARED...!!! And the ship is supposed to be low-key BTW. #9 has my favorite calamari.... Nice photos! Enjoy the non traffic!
Mar 24, 2020 21:18:16 #
TriX wrote:
Yep, just to add that there are several versions of the 300 f2.8L, and the price varies widely. My son bought a non IS version in excellent condition (just some scuffs on the built-in hood) for $1300 from KEH - it is a beast!
Yeah, did a little homework myself. It's still a MAJOR investment. Really decent is still 4500ish. New is around 6099. Can't do new right now, or used for that point. I still have a bit to learn, but i know you have to have quality equipment that will last. I am a custom framing and finish carpenter, so I know tools. But, i can make a better cut say with a homeowners crappy saw than he can. Just because i've been doing it for over thirty years. Use the the tool, don't abuse the tool. It only cuts at one speed safely LOL. Sorry for rambling.
One day I will have one though. Bless all ya all, and stay healthy..!!!
Mar 24, 2020 21:03:41 #
Roger that on used but good gear. The camera is awesome. Coming from the 40 and 80D. Have all good glass other wise.
70-200mm f/2.8 L 1st gen no is, but good. My second Gen was stolen when house was robbed 11 years back. Still have the 2XII converter though
100mm f/2.8 L IS Macro... Love that lens
24-70 F/4 L II good but shoulda got 24-105 II
Tamron 150/600. All I could afford at the time... It's decent but not awesome.
I like birds in flight and any wildlife, plus great war planes taking off or landing. Anywho enough, Thanks again my friend
70-200mm f/2.8 L 1st gen no is, but good. My second Gen was stolen when house was robbed 11 years back. Still have the 2XII converter though
100mm f/2.8 L IS Macro... Love that lens
24-70 F/4 L II good but shoulda got 24-105 II
Tamron 150/600. All I could afford at the time... It's decent but not awesome.
I like birds in flight and any wildlife, plus great war planes taking off or landing. Anywho enough, Thanks again my friend
Mar 24, 2020 20:52:13 #
Mar 24, 2020 20:48:47 #
You and so many others are inspirations. Not degradation.. Hope all the BS blows through.