Posts for: UXOEOD
Dec 16, 2017 23:33:20 #
Low level flyby at Jacobson Park, Lexington Ky
Dec 8, 2017 15:31:17 #
Dec 8, 2017 15:29:46 #
Dec 8, 2017 15:27:58 #
Jacobson Park, Lexington Ky
Nov 19, 2017 22:31:31 #
Nov 19, 2017 09:30:33 #
FiddleMaker wrote:
Bill, I just purchased the Tamron 150-600 for my ... (show quote)
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Lens-Specifications.aspx?Lens=929&LensComp=990&Units=E
Check your facts. According to this comparison Sigma is a whooping 2.7 oz lighter.
Nov 18, 2017 08:31:35 #
I too went thru the internal questioning you are experiencing. The deciding factor for me was a carrying case. Both lenses are excellent, we have a significant group of these lens here, and both produce really good shots in the hands of experienced and unexperienced hands.
The Facebook group, Jacobson Park Photographers, is where you can see their results. Honestly, NO SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE between the lenses. However, you on occassions have to carry/transport these monster lens, and do not underestimate the sizes or the thrill these lenes are. The Sigma comes in a nice padded and fitted case, which Tamron did not. These lenses are not free, they are inexpensive compared to other, but you do want to protect them, and a case is, in my experience, a necessity.
Next question you will have is tripod or monopod. I am one of a very few who handhold these lenses. Be prepared for a real weight issue after holding any length of time. I stick an extremely light weight Canon SL1 on my lens, it makes a real difference.
Ready yourself for fun, these lenses are a ball, and completely addictive.
Looking forward to seeing you images, good luck!
The Facebook group, Jacobson Park Photographers, is where you can see their results. Honestly, NO SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE between the lenses. However, you on occassions have to carry/transport these monster lens, and do not underestimate the sizes or the thrill these lenes are. The Sigma comes in a nice padded and fitted case, which Tamron did not. These lenses are not free, they are inexpensive compared to other, but you do want to protect them, and a case is, in my experience, a necessity.
Next question you will have is tripod or monopod. I am one of a very few who handhold these lenses. Be prepared for a real weight issue after holding any length of time. I stick an extremely light weight Canon SL1 on my lens, it makes a real difference.
Ready yourself for fun, these lenses are a ball, and completely addictive.
Looking forward to seeing you images, good luck!
Nov 17, 2017 17:26:45 #
Enjoy
Nov 14, 2017 14:14:25 #
We only see these twice a year here in Kentucky, as the winter far south of us, and summer far north of us. However, during migration the are well received and appreciated.
Comments deeply appreciated
Comments deeply appreciated
Nov 11, 2017 22:04:32 #
Nov 11, 2017 21:38:56 #
Exactly what is IT with Bird Photography?
Nov 8, 2017 13:59:19 #
Unbelievably these photos were captured in our small park, within 5 miles of downtown Lexington Ky.
Nov 3, 2017 07:39:12 #
I have been stalking this pair here at the town park I frequent for almost a year. Heard stories of them, but did not know anyone who saw or photographed them, just heard them. My stepdaughter dated a young man who lived adjacent to the park, and they would sometimes enter the park after it was closed. She pointed out "where" she heard it.
I finally saw and photographed one of the pair, saw the mate, but it flew off too quickly. My goal now is a family portrait, and a good image of them in flight.
I finally saw and photographed one of the pair, saw the mate, but it flew off too quickly. My goal now is a family portrait, and a good image of them in flight.
Nov 1, 2017 14:29:34 #
vonzip wrote:
Nice capture. A little soft. Was this hand held or taken with a tri or monopod?
Handheld.
Thank you
Nov 1, 2017 13:53:10 #
bamfordr wrote:
What I most enjoy is when they just submerge rather than dive.
Yes, however, a much harder event to document!