Pretty place.

Yup, in my experience, they completely suck. Never again.

Sounds good !

Probably be better with good perspective.

Canon 80mm f1.2 nothing better if you use Canon. When I used Nikon in the 70s, the 105mm was my king for head shots.

I've had bags/cases made by Lowepro and Think Tank, but also three Pelican cases of which I now have two. (I sold one a few years ago that was allowed as carry on, but wish I hadn't.) In any case, these are really worth every penny. Only thing I use now.

I had a Manfrotto (around $550) that I used with an Arca Swiss ball head for almost 20 years. It finally died and I ordered this Gitzo from B&H last year. It is carbon fiber (the only thing I would ever use.) There is absolutely no comparison. I expect it will last me the rest of my life. It is still a bit on the heavy side, but if you want the best stability, that's part of the tradeoff.


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Well, it's correct that the camera needs to be shut off before you remove or put anything in. I've never had a single problem with any of my long list of Canons because of always going by the book. ONE of the reasons, I'm told for this advice is that when the camera is on and things are opened in that state, the camera is very magnetized and will attract dust and crap like nobody's biz. I like to err on the side of caution with any of my gear. I handle every piece of photo equipment like the Queen's jewels while still getting on and down with it.

Been buying from B&H for over 25 years. Big bad store yes, but always get the lowest prices and deals from them, plus can't beat their very liberal return policy. Cannot imagine shopping anywhere else.

I'm not sure exactly where you are, and I'm probably a bit nuts, but maybe it was a bear or some such... Just say'n.

Okay. Point taken.

I agree with this comment. This looks quite good under the circumstances ! Also, shooting wider open for more softness in the background.

Easy. Canon EOS 5D MK IV

A nice bird, but not a good photograph.

My favorite lens. Definitely worth every penny.