Hi, I don't have any F4.0 lenses ;-((
What I meant about the t'pod is that, in a lot of cases, the camera can be put directly against the glass, obviating the need for additional support yet allowing for stability and longer shutter speeds/greater DOF. Shel > [Original Message] > From: Gonz > > I guess I should have mentioned that I've seen the exhibit > > several times, so I know about the light. A tripod isn't > > "mandatory," although, for some shots, it could be useful. > > Blur might be nice, BTW ... > Ok, I'll change that to "would make a big difference" from > mandatory. Some displays are brighter than others, still, > take a fast lens. Handheld @ f4 might be really pushing it.

