RE: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Hi Tim, Thanks for the info, and the link to the 300-800 article. I plan on getting the Manfrotto to be used with my A* 300mm f/2.8 combined with the 1.7x AF converter, the 1.4x L, or both :-) On Sun, 25 Mar 2007 03:52:22 +0200, Tim sleby wrote: There might be cheaper alternatives to a full Wimberley rig. There are some photgraphers who uses the Manfrotto 393 for the Sigmonster. That s even bigger than the FA*, and the focal length is 300mm longer. Miles Hecker seems to be one of them http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/lenses/sigma-300-800.shtml That does not prove anything, but it could be worth a try. If Pentax does not come with new good long glass (DA* 200-500mm f/5.6 :-) I may consider that Sigma at some point ... Regards, JvW -- Jan van Wijk; http://www.dfsee.com/gallery -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Jay, I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg to me it looks excellent (for both technical quality and composition). BTW what's that light strip behind his tail? Cheers, Peter -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Nice shot, although a little crispy looking. Perhaps oversharpened a bit? John Francis gets great results with this lens on his *istD. Paul On Mar 24, 2007, at 4:04 AM, Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Hi Jay, On Sat, 24 Mar 2007 01:04:00 -0700, Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! Congrats, very nice find! Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer Right, I think the 5.6 is to slow to make it work with the 1.7x AF converter, which would make it a nice 400..1000mm or so:-) But yours is already AF, which helps a lot with birding ... and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Indeed, I have been looking out for one as well for quite some time ... Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Nice, must be difficult to focus. These little birds are like quicksilver ... Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. Hmm, yes. Over 5 kilograms, that IS heavy. With the f/5.6 it should about the same size front-lens as the 300 f/2.8 but I guess the zoom makes it a lot heavier. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. I went for a walk yesterday with the 300 f/2.8 + 1.7 AF converter, making it a 510mm f/5 or so, and used it hand-held :-) That 3.5 kilograms is certainly on or just over the limit. I was getting pretty tired in the arms after a while. Next time I will take the mono-pod and a manfrotto long-tele setup (393, the poor man's wimberley :-) Have fun with your new lens! Regards, JvW -- Jan van Wijk; http://www.dfsee.com/gallery -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! Nice lens! You'll have a blast with it. Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. Based on the size of the tripod foot, you're going to have to go with a full Wimberley head. Mounted sideways on the sidekick, the lens will be too far over the opposite side of the tripod and not centered over the ball head. Also I think the weight of 5400g is too much for a sidekick. I just found out how expensive these long lenses are... The lens itself is pricey, but then you need some pretty expensive accessories (gimbal mounts, etc) if you don't already have them! -- Christian http://photography.skofteland.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Congratulations. Mega enablement indeed. Be sure to show us more pictures. The one you showed is very good indeed. Boris Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Just took a look on Boz site to see what that looked like. Quite the monster! Enjoy it. :-) If you don't mind my asking, what does something like that cost these days? Godfrey On Mar 24, 2007, at 1:04 AM, Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Jay, I cannot access the link. All I get is Forbidden. Strange, as others seemingly have been able to see it. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
10 cornia's, 1 kidney half a liver. Cheers, Dave On 3/24/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just took a look on Boz site to see what that looked like. Quite the monster! Enjoy it. :-) If you don't mind my asking, what does something like that cost these days? Godfrey On Mar 24, 2007, at 1:04 AM, Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Jay, I'm told I'm forbidden to view the link. Rick --- Jay Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW Now that's room service! Choose from over 150,000 hotels in 45,000 destinations on Yahoo! Travel to find your fit. http://farechase.yahoo.com/promo-generic-14795097 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Works for me. Nice picture Jay. Cheers, Dave On 3/24/07, Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jay, I'm told I'm forbidden to view the link. Rick --- Jay Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Me too. not available on this server.(?) Jack --- Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jay, I'm told I'm forbidden to view the link. Rick --- Jay Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW Now that's room service! Choose from over 150,000 hotels in 45,000 destinations on Yahoo! Travel to find your fit. http://farechase.yahoo.com/promo-generic-14795097 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net Looking for earth-friendly autos? Browse Top Cars by Green Rating at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center. http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
- Original Message - From: Christian Subject: Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6 I just found out how expensive these long lenses are... The lens itself is pricey, but then you need some pretty expensive accessories (gimbal mounts, etc) if you don't already have them! When I bought my 600, I ended up spending a third again as much for a tripod head. Fortunately, I already owned a good heavy weight tripod from my view camera, or I would have been into another chunk of money for that. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
The lens seems to be very good on digital. Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Very nice subject composition although I agree with Paul - it does have an extra crispy look to it. FWIW I have a used Gitzo 1410 tripod for sale, that I've used with my 600mm FA - it'll handle all the 35 mm stuff you can put on it medium/large format gear to boot. If interested contact me off list. Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6 Nice shot, although a little crispy looking. Perhaps oversharpened a bit? John Francis gets great results with this lens on his *istD. Paul On Mar 24, 2007, at 4:04 AM, Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! I had been dreaming about the FA*600/4 ever since I started shooting birds, but a good guy who lives in my region just happened to put this fine lens up for sale since he wasn't shooting with it very much and was transitioning to Canon gear. Even though a pretty reliable source indicated to me that this lens is not exceptional on digital bodies I couldn't pass up on the opportunity. I was able to try it out for about 10 days while the owner was out of the country, but the weather here for the most part was pretty crappy and I was too scared to take it anywhere outside of my home to shoot with it since I wasn't sure If I was going to purchase it. I decided that I might as well go for it and if it didn't work out I could always sell it. Even though f5.6 is not as fast as I would prefer and a zoom would not be as sharp as a prime, I figured the flexibility of having the wide zoom range could come in handy and the chances of finding a used 600/f4 in my price range would be pretty slim. Anyhow, here is one of the first few images from it and the K10D when we had a little bit of decent light: http://i.pbase.com/o6/87/63987/1/75415076.oCor9YTy.IMGP0850.jpg Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
I just found out how expensive these long lenses are... The lens itself is pricey, but then you need some pretty expensive accessories (gimbal mounts, etc) if you don't already have them! Same here! I spent almost another third of the cost of my new 600mm FA on tripod, head backpack carrier. Add to that the cost of a Sherpa to carry it. VBG But when the opportunity arises for the need for it the results can be fantastic. Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Christian [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6 Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! Nice lens! You'll have a blast with it. Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. Based on the size of the tripod foot, you're going to have to go with a full Wimberley head. Mounted sideways on the sidekick, the lens will be too far over the opposite side of the tripod and not centered over the ball head. Also I think the weight of 5400g is too much for a sidekick. I just found out how expensive these long lenses are... The lens itself is pricey, but then you need some pretty expensive accessories (gimbal mounts, etc) if you don't already have them! -- Christian -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Walter Hamler wrote: Jay, I cannot access the link. All I get is Forbidden. Strange, as others seemingly have been able to see it. Walter, Not sure why you can't connect to the link, but here is the address to my PBase site where you can view it: http://www.pbase.com/sirfishalot/smc_fa250600mm_f6_ed_if JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Walter, Not sure why you can't connect to the link, but here is the address to my PBase site where you can view it: That's better! Thanks Jay. They all look great to me, especially the woodpecker. That will be a nice addition to the lens stable. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
That link works! Very nice. I wonder--does the shake reduction let you shoot hand-held, or is the lens just too heavy? Rick --- Jay Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Walter Hamler wrote: Jay, I cannot access the link. All I get is Forbidden. Strange, as others seemingly have been able to see it. Walter, Not sure why you can't connect to the link, but here is the address to my PBase site where you can view it: http://www.pbase.com/sirfishalot/smc_fa250600mm_f6_ed_if JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos. http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
On Sat, Mar 24, 2007 at 11:39:17AM -0700, Rick Womer wrote: That link works! Very nice. I wonder--does the shake reduction let you shoot hand-held, or is the lens just too heavy? I'd never consider trying to use that lens hand-held; it's just too heavy (and too unwieldy). But I'd expect the SR to be a help when using a monopod. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Rick Wormer wrote: That link works! Very nice. I wonder--does the shake reduction let you shoot hand-held, or is the lens just too heavy? Rick Rick, I'm a pretty big guy with decent size arms. I tried it once, but it started wearing on me after just a few shots. I haven't tried it with the neck strap yet, but it might be feasible provided there is decent enough light that the shutter speeds are too low. I'll try to report on this as I get into using it more. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
On Mar 24, 2007, at 10:26 AM, Jay Taylor wrote: If you don't mind my asking, what does something like that cost these days? I actually managed to hang onto both my kidneys for the time being. But I did have to sell off my Tokina 400 AT-X, Pentax FA 50/1.4, Pentax K 500/4.5 and 645K adapter w/75mm lens so as not to be in trouble with my wife and I still owe her big time. The seller was asking $4,000 for it. Uh huh ... that's a bit more than I would have any need for ... thankfully! Enjoy it! G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Speaking of mega-enablement: I'm looking for an FA*300/2.8 Just in case anyone knows of or finds one for sale. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
Mark, You are probably aware that BH presumably accepting orders, but just in case: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=SearchA=detailsQ=sku=7is=REG I guess you are looking for a used one at a lower price. Igor Sat Mar 24 16:23:47 EDT 2007 Mark Roberts wrote: Speaking of mega-enablement: I'm looking for an FA*300/2.8 Just in case anyone knows of or finds one for sale. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6
There might be cheaper alternatives to a full Wimberley rig. There are some photgraphers who uses the Manfrotto 393 for the Sigmonster. Thats even bigger than the FA*, and the focal length is 300mm longer. Miles Hecker seems to be one of them http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/lenses/sigma-300-800.shtml That does not prove anything, but it could be worth a try. I'm using it with my tiny 500/4,5 I have no reason to believe the Poor mans Wimberley is the weak link. On the contrary, I have every reason to that's the photographer ;-) BTW. If you grow tired of this new toy I could maybe help you out ;-) Tim Typo Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Christian Sent: 24. mars 2007 14:05 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Mega-Enablement: FA*250-600/5.6 Jay Taylor wrote: Well, I finally have been able to secure a nice long Pentax telephoto lens. The FA*250-600mm/f5.6 zoom! Nice lens! You'll have a blast with it. Oh yeah, this puppy is pretty heavy. I'm hoping my tripod (Benro 1327) is stout enough as well as the Wimberley Sidekick without having to go to the full Wimberley head. I'm really looking forward to getting out in the field with this baby. Based on the size of the tripod foot, you're going to have to go with a full Wimberley head. Mounted sideways on the sidekick, the lens will be too far over the opposite side of the tripod and not centered over the ball head. Also I think the weight of 5400g is too much for a sidekick. I just found out how expensive these long lenses are... The lens itself is pricey, but then you need some pretty expensive accessories (gimbal mounts, etc) if you don't already have them! -- Christian http://photography.skofteland.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
