[dcstep]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

I actually broke down and bought the 400 5.6 today. I did not like the push pull zoom of the 100-400 and it is far too fat of a lens for the T2i. Once I step up to a 7 or 5D with a grip I may end up with the 100-400 when I know I will need the range and the IS. I hope the 400 5.6 is not the last lens I will buy.

Here is another 400 5.6 shot done on a tripod of course and 70% crop I think. there was some haze or thin clouds causing the glow.

Well done.

[HPFREAK]

Yes it is a 1.6x crop the same as the T2i but it is a larger heavier body to balance out the larger lens, and when you add a grip to it it feels even more balanced. I tried it out in the store. The 400 on the end of a T2i feels like a boat anchor, but it is ok for now. I would still want a crop body no matter what for the increase in focal range for wildlife.

Originally Posted by UdubBadger

7D is also crop sensor no? wouldn't make a difference.

[HPFREAK]

Thank you sir. I wanted to get some more moon shots tonight but son of a bitch, the moon is not out at a decent hour or spot in the sky until the first part of Feb.

Originally Posted by dcstep

Well done.

[UdubBadger]

OOOOOOO, thought you meant it was too close (crop factor) not too BIG. Makes sense now.

[dcstep]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

Yes it is a 1.6x crop the same as the T2i but it is a larger heavier body to balance out the larger lens, and when you add a grip to it it feels even more balanced. I tried it out in the store. The 400 on the end of a T2i feels like a boat anchor, but it is ok for now. I would still want a crop body no matter what for the increase in focal range for wildlife.

Whoa, if your holding the camera correctly (left hand under lens) balance is not a problem. Don't let the lens mount take the weight of the lens.

[Chewy734]

^ +1. Some of the bulkier lenses come with the optional collar rings so that you can mount them on your tripod.

[The1]

but what dave is saying is that, don't depend on the collar to be the balance point, the balance is very dependent on the camera body you have at the other end.

at least that's how i read it.

[E90Mario]

Made a ghetto $3 light setup for some close up shots with a Ikea lamp and five A4 papers

[The1]

not bad other then the reflection

money well spent.

[E90Mario]

Originally Posted by The1

not bad other then the reflection

money well spent.

Ahhh that's all I can focus on now that you mentioned it lol

I'll give it another shot tomorrow

[The1]

you just using one light?

[E90Mario]

Originally Posted by The1

you just using one light?

Yup only one.. just fooling around untill my mini lightbox comes in the mail

[UdubBadger]

play with the angle you're shooting at the glass from, it'll change the reflection a lot.

[Chewy734]

and/or use a CP when shooting.

[remmib]

The weather cleared up nicely today.

7D + 24-70L @40mm and 2 step GND filter.
15 sec, f/16 and ISO100.

[Chewy734]

damn, I'm so jealous of you right now remmib.

you can even see the lighthouse in the distance.

[The1]

Originally Posted by Chewy734

damn, I'm so jealous of you right now remmib.

you can even see the lighthouse in the distance.

just remember, it was probably as cold, if not colder then it is where we are

[remmib]

Originally Posted by The1

just remember, it was probably as cold, if not colder then it is where we are

Not that cold actually, about 1°C, so 33-34°F and no wind, but lot of waves.

[The1]

Originally Posted by remmib

Not that cold actually, about 1°C, so 33-34°F and no wind, but lot of waves.

yeay, someone else who uses Celsius

that's not too bad then, we started out at about -10 this morning, and i was taking some pictures of where i keep my boat and the ice around the area (fresh water lake) I couldn't stay out too long due to the windchill.... it sucked.

So, I guess that also makes me jealous of your location and picturesque waterfront.

[UdubBadger]

bad ass shot rem

[gary88]

[M_Six]

Originally Posted by UdubBadger

bad ass shot rem

This