Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

[Gary2027]

With a Canon 2x II converter. Shot at f7.1
http://www.pbase.com/gary/image/120596685/original.jpg

[pmarz]

Awesome shot

[m3pj]

With 1.4x, 1D3 at iso 1000, f5.6 through a double pane door

http://www.smugmug.com/photos/756253649_tk8GJ-XL-2.jpg

[pmarz]

This is still favorite lens even over my 200 f/2

[butterfly2937]

300mm with a 2x

[butterfly2937]

one more

[Harleypugs]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3426/3954293846_e8bd25a164_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3520/3954294902_0b6e44c602_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3264/3522758825_426c344d43_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3653/3523566736_b0865e9d49_b.jpg

[KayakPhotos]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3426/3954293846_e8bd25a164_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3520/3954294902_0b6e44c602_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3264/3522758825_426c344d43_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3653/3523566736_b0865e9d49_b.jpg

awesome! I especially like the composition in that last one

[jetcode]

Jay you amaze me ... I think that lens was designed just for you!!! Amazing images, simply amazing!

[pmarz]

Great shots

[FlyingPhotog]

Great stuff Jon. I'd watermark the El Tigre shot. Every Tabloid and their mothers are looking for "fresh Tiger meat" these days. Can't be too careful.

[Harleypugs]

Great stuff Jon. I'd watermark the El Tigre shot. Every Tabloid and their mothers are looking for "fresh Tiger meat" these days. Can't be too careful.

Thanks Jay....love you work..as you know.

I haven't noticed any hits on my tiger meat shots...;)

[FlyingPhotog]

Thanks Jay....love you work..as you know.

I haven't noticed any hits on my tiger meat shots...;)

I'm suprised...

Maybe the topic is finally cooling off. I hear Kate Goslin's getting a new show so the cycle must be moving on. :lol:

[Harleypugs]

I like this one better anyway...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3531/3953514249_d96e4fd0f7_b.jpg

[Harleypugs]

And this one...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2529/3953814650_57311f49dd_b.jpg

Wish I could get out and shoot some planes....

[FlyingPhotog]

Wish I could get out and shoot some PGA. Might have to hit a practice round in Scottsdale in February...

(Those are Golf Magazine worthy Jon)

[Harleypugs]

Wish I could get out and shoot some PGA. Might have to hit a practice round in Scottsdale in February...

(Those are Golf Magazine worthy Jon)

Oh great...now I have to go play poker tonight all blushed...

Thanks...comments coming from great shooters makes one feel great!

[sanjeedbd]

I am little confused re the following:

a. Do the Canon Extenders multiply the telephoto reach? I mean if a 2X Extender is attached to a 300mm lens; does the combo produce the same reach as a 600mm tele?

b. Or the extender just magnifies the tele image as it’s done by the so called digital zoom on point & shoot cameras!

Clarifications would be highly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

[tonylong]

The TC optically magnifies the output of the lens. They create an image that is the equivalent of the focal length x the magnifier, although they don't actually magnify the focal length, of course. It's more like using a magnifying glass.

So, in answer to be, there is not "digital zoom" effect going on.

[sanjeedbd]

Hi Tony, nice to see u here. As I understand your explanation; the image brought closer by the telephoto lens is being magnified by the extender. Am I right?

If so, the problem is; cropping of images may be hampered. Shooters frequently crop images particularly bird images captured by tele lenses. However, the magnification by extenders may create resolution problem if images are cropped.

May I request your comments on this please? Thank you.

[tonylong]

Hi Tony, nice to see u here. As I understand your explanation; the image brought closer by the telephoto lens is being magnified by the extender. Am I right?

If so, the problem is; cropping of images may be hampered. Shooters frequently crop images particularly bird images captured by tele lenses. However, the magnification by extenders may create resolution problem if images are cropped.

May I request your comments on this please? Thank you.

Yes, there is some loss of IQ due to the addition of two layers of glass. If you can fully frame a subject with a TC you are happy. If you have to do a 100% crop of a subject with a 2x TC you are not as happy. But still, the 300 is one of the best lenses for handling the 2x TC.

[FlyingPhotog]

There is also a loss of light...

The 1.4X TC will cost you one stop = 300 x 1.4 = 420mm @ f/4 max aperture
The 2.0X TC will cost you two stops = 300 x2X = 600mm @ f/5.6 max aperture

[sanjeedbd]

Thank u Tony and FlyingPhotog for ur nice explanations. Now, it's clear to me.

Well, I was thinking of getting the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and pair it with the 2X Extender to produce a 600mm effect instead of getting the much pricier 500mm. Now, I gotta get back to drawing board and rethink. Thanks again for the valuable inputs.

[tonylong]

It's all in what you are shooting. For birding, I can speak from experience that you need a 1200, period:)!

[Tareq]

It's all in what you are shooting. For birding, I can speak from experience that you need a 1200, period:)!

+1, that is why i want to go with 600 instead of 500 as with 2x on 600 i can reach 1200 ;) I must accept the results even not good rather than force myself to go with 1200 bare :D

[tonylong]

+1, that is why i want to go with 600 instead of 500 as with 2x on 600 i can reach 1200 ;) I must accept the results even not good rather than force myself to go with 1200 bare :D

Heh! I'd force myself to go with the 1200 if someone gave it to me:)!

[Harleypugs]

Thank u Tony and FlyingPhotog for ur nice explanations. Now, it's clear to me.

Well, I was thinking of getting the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and pair it with the 2X Extender to produce a 600mm effect instead of getting the much pricier 500mm. Now, I gotta get back to drawing board and rethink. Thanks again for the valuable inputs.

What body are you shooting with?

I think a lot of birders pair the 300 with a 1.4 TC on a 1.6 cropper. That would get you some reach with out loosing IQ.

[Tareq]

Heh! I'd force myself to go with the 1200 if someone gave it to me:)!

I wish if someone will give me 1200 then i will never look back to 600 or 500 or even 800 :lol:;)

[sanjeedbd]

In fact for really high quality bird images; some factors must combine. Probably those are as follows:

a. A very fast super telephoto lens
b. A good body
c. Enough light
d. Shooting from close distance (may be in a sanctuary)
e. Shot in RAW
f. PP in CS4 Macintosh

Some outstanding bird images I viewed on the net meet such prerequisites. However, exceptions are also there.

[hollis_f]

In fact for really high quality bird images; some factors must combine. Probably those are as follows:

a. A very fast super telephoto lens
b. A good body
c. Enough light
d. Shooting from close distance (may be in a sanctuary)
e. Shot in RAW
f. PP in CS4 Macintosh

Some outstanding bird images I viewed on the net meet such prerequisites. However, exceptions are also there.

I was with you until point f. both parts of which I'd have to disagree with.

[sanjeedbd]

I was with you until point f. both parts of which I'd have to disagree with.

Thnx. Ur disagreement may enlighten us with knowledge. Therefore, please explain.

[tonylong]

In fact for really high quality bird images; some factors must combine. Probably those are as follows:

a. A very fast super telephoto lens
b. A good body

Birding and sports are two fields where everything counts. Good glass is extremely important, and works with a good body. The two combine for responsive AF and good resolving power. Sadly, we are doomed -- we always need more:)! The 300 was a great lens for me when it got the reach -- sadly I had to sell it a year ago.

c. Enough light

This is where you take what you can get. Here, the body plays a part -- I shoot with a 1D3 because I need a high ISO with high resolving power (in other words I have to be able to shoot at ISO 1600 and higher and not fret about noise when cropping closely). Also, I frequently use the 100-400 with a 1.4x TC, meaning I shoot at f/8 or narrower. The 1D series has AF at f/8 using the center point. Also, the 1D series has very responsive AF.

d. Shooting from close distance (may be in a sanctuary)

Of course, a lot of the exquisite bird shots we see are from zoos and other enclosed refuges. I, though, go into the wilds to get the most rewarding captures of the critters, which means all of the above is necessary:)!

e. Shot in RAW
f. PP in CS4 Macintosh

I always shoot in Raw, but given good exposure a jpeg can give a good result. Raw is less about shooting birds and more about getting the best overall image quality.

Software can play a part in the ability to get your subject to stand out -- a combination of basic image quality and then the ability to massage that image in post-processing. I use Lightroom, but Photoshop has high quality tools. Selective sharpening/softening of the background can make a big difference.

Some outstanding bird images I viewed on the net meet such prerequisites. However, exceptions are also there.

This forum has some outstanding bird photographers.

[sanjeedbd]

Thnx Tony, I agree to all the above. Thnx again for taking the time to explain such details. Yes this forum has some great birders for sure. I'm just struggling to copy them.

[butterfly2937]

Thank u Tony and FlyingPhotog for ur nice explanations. Now, it's clear to me.

Well, I was thinking of getting the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and pair it with the 2X Extender to produce a 600mm effect instead of getting the much pricier 500mm. Now, I gotta get back to drawing board and rethink. Thanks again for the valuable inputs.
The 300mm works great with a 2x even for BIF. No regrets here, I could not be happier!

[hollis_f]

Thnx. Ur disagreement may enlighten us with knowledge. Therefore, please explain.

Well, neither CS4 or a Mac are required to get excellent results.

While it's likely that a lot of the images to which you refer have been processed using CS4, I'd hazard a guess that a lot of them were done with CS3 or (horror of horrors) without even using PS at all. And I'd bet money that the majority of those images were processed on a PC.

[Neilyb]

For all you 2XTC non-believers. Tree creepers are about 2-3inches tall, without the 2X magnification I wouldnt get a shot of them.

7D, ISO 800, wide open.
http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/creeper800/764724228_pw4j4-O.jpg

[sanjeedbd]

Thanks to all uploaders. Some really great images with 300L + 2X.

One thing is very interesting. All the users are actually promoting Canon gears more than the producer itself. Is Canon equally concerned about its users?

[aviator.4.life]

How slow is the autofocus with the 2x? Can it handle moving stuff well?

[butterfly2937]

How slow is the autofocus with the 2x? Can it handle moving stuff well?
Look at the bird in flight shots just above posted by me. I find the AF to be very fast with the 2X; quite honestly I do not really even notice a slow down so it can not be much and I am shooting with a 50D. I was very skeptical also until I tried it; and I could not be more pleased in every way with the performance of this lens both alone and with both the Canon 1.4x and the Canon 2X. I have only used the Canon 1.4 and 2x so I can not speak for any of the others.

[Neilyb]

How slow is the autofocus with the 2x? Can it handle moving stuff well?


I tracked a buzzard with the 7D. Took 20 shots of it as it flew diagonally...too far off to post but I wanted to test the body and lens....I find AF startlingly good and it gve me 20 focussed shots!

[JoeyBowman]

The school I went to for photography had a 300mm f/2.8 IS and 2X TC that we were allowed to use for about the first year that we were there. When the dept head changed they decided not to let anything worth $1000 or more to leave school grounds though. Now they have a $4500 paper weight. I look forward to hopefully being able to own one of these in the future.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2034/1817518698_8f2dfe1b57.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2347/2196612730_21abf69bd8_o.jpg


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2130/2195819935_f9e245fd47_o.jpg

[FlyingPhotog]

I was a ways out of my element here but managed to bag a few keepers at Firebird Raceway south of Phoenix:

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v6/p683018316-4.jpg
1DMkIII + 300 + 1.4X

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v4/p772217977-5.jpg
Same .. Helmet Cam FTW! :D

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v2/p932259403-4.jpg
Same

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v6/p658195277-4.jpg
1DMkIII + 300 "Nekkid"

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v4/p704452335-4.jpg
Same

[AdamJL]

Joey, that's a great waterfall shot. Good on you for using the 300 in that instance!

[JoeyBowman]

Joey, that's a great waterfall shot. Good on you for using the 300 in that instance!

Thank you!

[In2Photos]

I was a ways out of my element here but managed to bag a few keepers at Firebird Raceway south of Phoenix:

Gee poor fella! :rolleyes:

























:p

[Morlow]

Awesome shots Jay!

[restyles]

How slow is the autofocus with the 2x? Can it handle moving stuff well?

The use of the 2x does slow down the focus enough to make quite a difference when shooting motorsport. However several other factors eg. lighting conditions, contrast of the subject etc, make a lot of difference to A/F performance too. It is fair to say that the hit rate using the 2x is not so good as with the 1.4x, or obviously with no converter at all. What we tend to overlook however is that the A/F system is not really expected to keep perfect focus with a subject which is aproaching the camera at over 100 MPH !! (160KPH) We do expect rather a lot of our equipment don't we ?

[FlyingPhotog]

Gee poor fella! :rolleyes::p

Aw c'mon Mike .. Don't be that guy... :lol: At least I'm honest enough to admit when I'm out trying something new and I'm out of my element.

Awesome shots Jay!

Thanks. I'll settle for adequate. You should see the results from the other guys who do this on a regular basis over in the POTN AZ thread. It would seem you can actually go beyond just in focus! Who Knew? :D

[sanjeedbd]

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM sells at US$ 4,200.00 (four thousand two hundred dollars) at B&H Photo. Any idea whether this is the right price or cheaper elsewhere? Thnx in advance.

[FlyingPhotog]

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM sells at US$ 4,200.00 (four thousand two hundred dollars) at B&H Photo. Any idea whether this is the right price or cheaper elsewhere? Thnx in advance.

If you can find it anywhere else cheaper, I'd suggest you start a church as you will develop a following in short order.

Other than a refurb or previously owned, I'd be shocked (given the recent upward spiral of prices) if it were available for less brand new.

[Tareq]

I was lucky i bought this lens when it was cheap, but now i am in very bad luck as i would like to buy at least 3 more lenses and the prices all are way up than what it was since 3-4 years ago, and i have a feeling it will be very difficult to go back to the previous prices.

[Tvw]

1. Ola Toivonen
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325942/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325942/original.jpg

2. Otman Bakkal
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325935/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325935/original.jpg

3. Carlos Salcido
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325944/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325944/original.jpg

4. Ibrahim Afellay
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325946/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325946/original.jpg

5. Celebration time
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325948/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325948/original.jpg

[JC4]

Took a quick walk through the Columbus Zoo yesterday, on the way too lunch. Hadn't used my 300 much lately so figured I'd see if any critters were out in the cold.

A wolf, through scratched plexi, watching some people take down xmas lights.
http://johnjcaputophoto.com/Nature/Columbus-Zoo-09/IMG5076e-2/771421002_cdWKR-L.jpg

Fairly heavy crop, through a fence. I should have cleaned up the ugly part of the bokeh above his head, and to the right. I'm pretty sure its a foreground branch, I was also shooting through a tree.
http://johnjcaputophoto.com/Nature/Columbus-Zoo-09/IMG5120e/771446823_gHWTV-L.jpg

[FlyingPhotog]

Since the motorcycles went over so well, I'll go back to my staple:

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v5/p744621914-4.jpg

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v5/p934482179-5.jpg
On A 40D .. 1/125 @ f/11 ISO 100

[pmarz]

1. Ola Toivonen
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325942/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325942/original.jpg

2. Otman Bakkal
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325935/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325935/original.jpg

3. Carlos Salcido
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325944/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325944/original.jpg

4. Ibrahim Afellay
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325946/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325946/original.jpg

5. Celebration time
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325948/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/121325948/original.jpg

Incredible shots!

[FrankfurtDave]

Just had to drop a note as I am so excited, received the call to say my new 300 is ready to be collected tonight :-)

Also just had a great, non constructive lunchtime running through this thread in preperation for tonight and had to say that there are some seriously great shots here.


Thanks for boosting my confidence that I went the right way with this purchase


Dave

[FrankfurtDave]

Well just picked up my new beauty, question is it normal for it to be so noisy when the IS is engaged or should I be worried?

[JC4]

It can make a pretty good clunk when IS engages, compared to smaller lenses, as can the speedy AF. All IS lenses behave a bit differently, so I wouldn't worry. Just use it, I'm sure its fine.

[Tvw]

Incredible shots!


Thanks!

[JC4]

Took a moon/mars shot last night. Only 99% full. We had cloud cover the night before, when it was full, and at its closest.

2x + 1.4x TCs, stopped down to f/14 for the Moon, f/13 for Mars, on a 5d2. Composite, but I kept the scale.

http://johnjcaputophoto.com/Nature/Misc-Nature/IMG5499e-2/777397104_Jm7So-L-1.jpg (http://johnjcaputophoto.com/Nature/Misc-Nature/IMG5499e-2/777397104_Jm7So-XL-1.jpg)

[sanjeedbd]

When paired with the 2x extender, the f number goes up to 5.6 making it at par with the EF 400 f/5.6. Obviously it's much slower than f/2.8. Nevertheless, it should still be as fast as the 400 5.6. And if it is so, it's still great for both sitting birds and BIF like the 400. Comments please.

[Neilyb]

300 2.8 plus 2XTC, AF of the 7D handled 19 shots...all sharp.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/harefeb1/780919625_4uYs6-O.jpg

Again 2xTC, these two were moving full pelt and I hardly had time to react. Again AF and the 7D were spot on.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/deerwaitforme/782107952_KYnrm-O.jpg

[dolina]

Epic capture Neily :)

[butterfly2937]

Neil those are just awesome. You make the 7D look incredible paired with this lens. WOW

Did you have to MA this or any of your lenses with the 7D?

[Tvw]

Stunning shots Neily. (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/member.php?u=38321)

[sanjeedbd]

Thanks Neily.

[Neilyb]

Neil those are just awesome. You make the 7D look incredible paired with this lens. WOW

Did you have to MA this or any of your lenses with the 7D?

Have not as yet, but I think with the TCs I should maybe add a little back focus....just too lazy :cool:

Cheers all.

Here is another.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/deeriamcoming/782250218_NUw4j-O.jpg

[Tvw]

Have not as yet, but I think with the TCs I should maybe add a little back focus....just too lazy :cool:

Cheers all.

Here is another.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/deeriamcoming/782250218_NUw4j-O.jpg

Another winner!

[Salma]

Good God I am gob smacked!

[dioladetus]

Its some amazing photos you guys present here, I have had doubts about posting mine ( because of poorer quality), but I'll give it a shot. Just got the lens a few weeks ago, I really love it

http://dioladetus.eu/Dioladetus/Nature/Pages/Swans_files/Media/IMG_9454/IMG_9454.jpg?disposition=download

http://dioladetus.eu/Dioladetus/Nature/Pages/Wintergulls_files/Media/IMG_8623/IMG_8623.jpg?disposition=download



MOD EDIT: Too large images, changed to links. See the link in the post below.

[aviator.4.life]

Welcome. I think these pictures are too big for this forum, here read this...http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=1752488&postcount=1

[Canonopathy]

I'm planning on picking up a 300L (to replace my 120-300) in the next week or so. Anyone have a recommended seller other than Adorama or BH?

[joe9047]

Its some amazing photos you guys present here, I have had doubts about posting mine ( because of poorer quality), but I'll give it a shot. Just got the lens a few weeks ago, I really love it

http://dioladetus.eu/Dioladetus/Nature/Pages/Swans_files/Media/IMG_9454/IMG_9454.jpg?disposition=download

http://dioladetus.eu/Dioladetus/Nature/Pages/Wintergulls_files/Media/IMG_8623/IMG_8623.jpg?disposition=download



MOD EDIT: Too large images, changed to links. See the link in the post below.

Okay, now post he poorer quality ones :)

[jhoag]

Have not as yet, but I think with the TCs I should maybe add a little back focus....just too lazy :cool:

Cheers all.

Here is another.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/deeriamcoming/782250218_NUw4j-O.jpg


WOW!!!!!!!

bw!

Get it published!

JH

[dioladetus]

Welcome. I think these pictures are too big for this forum, here read this...http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=1752488&postcount=1

Yes, sorry about that, I didnt realize they were too big to begin with. Thanks for the link.

[rakesh]

http://www.indianaturewatch.net/images/album/photo/13303436324b779b8367597.jpg

[Philscbx]

With the 300 L 2.8 IS, a test sample was fair with subject in subdued sundown shadow of light with target 1/4 mile away. Subject is house in corn field.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3274/3112725159_3c9b5de8a2_o.jpg

[AdamJL]

Another landscape. These are Raw conversions.. no saturation has been applied. Just Raw import, resize, and save as jpeg. I love the colours from this camera/lens combo (yes, it really was that spectacular)

[AdamJL]

Oh.. that's the MK IV

[Neilyb]

I reckon you have blown your whites, or yellows, or whatever they were :p .

[82NoMe]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2770/4374463622_b31472331c_o.jpg

[Philscbx]

AdamJL & 82NoMe,
Wow!

[Neilyb]

50% crop on the 7D, 300 plus 1.4TC.
http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Buzzards/buzzardsnow7closer/794449690_SMRRS-O.jpg

[FlyingPhotog]

From GBH to GB Angels:
http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v5/p63391083-4.jpg

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v4/p452955285-4.jpg

And a fleet Hornet in full blower:
http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v6/p811354882-4.jpg

All on a 40D and "Nekkid"

[Tvw]

1. Stanislav Manolev
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122201999/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122201999/original.jpg

2. Captain and star of PSV Ibrahim Afellay
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122201996/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122201996/original.jpg

3. Tackle by Otman Bakkal
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202272/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202272/original.jpg

4. Danko Lazovic
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202276/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202276/original.jpg

5. Header by Orlando Engelaar
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202285/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202285/original.jpg

6. Erik Pieters
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202286/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202286/original.jpg

7. Orlando Engelaar
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202288/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122202288/original.jpg

More can be found here: http://www.pbase.com/tvw/football

[AdamJL]

cracking set of images there!

Jay you've inspired me to post this one.. also 40D + 300 2.8 nekkid!

http://adamlawler.smugmug.com/photos/795260962_YXPZY-L.jpg

[petereoin]

Here are a few Canon 1DMKII 300mm f/2.8IS combo

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/petereoin/Rugby/Enniscorthy%20v%20Coolmine%206-12-09/_H0X3033.jpg


http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/petereoin/Rugby/Enniscorthy%20v%20Coolmine%206-12-09/_H0X3037.jpg


http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/petereoin/Rugby/Enniscorthy%20v%20Coolmine%206-12-09/_H0X2901.jpg


http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/petereoin/Rugby/Enniscorthy%20v%20Coolmine%206-12-09/_H0X2959.jpg

Thanks for looking

[tonylong]

Here are a few Canon 1DMKII 300mm f/2.8IS combo

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t127/petereoin/Rugby/Enniscorthy%20v%20Coolmine%206-12-09/_H0X3033.jpg
Thanks for looking

Nice series! I bet rugby gives some great action shots!

[Tvw]

Here are a few Canon 1DMKII 300mm f/2.8IS combo

Thanks for looking

Excellent series Peter!

[butterfly2937]

50% crop on the 7D, 300 plus 1.4TC.
http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Buzzards/buzzardsnow7closer/794449690_SMRRS-O.jpg
This is beautiful. You make me want to buy a 7D!

[Neilyb]

The quality shows at ISO200.....and one can crop alot...but not at ISO800 or so.

[petereoin]

Nice series! I bet rugby gives some great action shots!

Quote:
Originally Posted by petereoin http://photography-on-the.net/forum/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=9666270#post9666270)
Here are a few Canon 1DMKII 300mm f/2.8IS combo

Thanks for looking

Excellent series Peter!

Thanks Tony and TVW

This is a SHARP lens

[dolina]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4005/4391956458_f2ae36df72_b.jpg

[dolina]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4064/4391664997_3f9b2772ca_b.jpg

Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Lens Model: EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM + Extender EF 1.4x II
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture: f/4.0
Focal Length: 420 mm
ISO Speed: 800 (AutoISO)
Exposure Bias: +2/3 EV
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Date and Time (Original): 2010:02:27 06:48:07AM

[John Photography]

hello, lookin' to rent this lens for an NBA game. how hard/easy would it be to shoot handheld? or would a monopod help?

[82NoMe]

hello, lookin' to rent this lens for an NBA game. how hard/easy would it be to shoot handheld? or would a monopod help?

It is no problem hand holding this lens.

[butterfly2937]

hello, lookin' to rent this lens for an NBA game. how hard/easy would it be to shoot handheld? or would a monopod help?
The only problem will be that after you use one you will have to buy one! It really is that impressive!

[dolina]

hello, lookin' to rent this lens for an NBA game. how hard/easy would it be to shoot handheld? or would a monopod help?
This may be too big for a basketball court. I had problems using a 200/2L IS + 1D4 as it was too long.

[Tvw]

A couple from yesterdays game between PSV - RKC Waalwijk.

1. Toivonen
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391207/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391207/original.jpg

2. Goal celebration by Balázs Dzsudzsák
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original.jpg

3. Orlando Engelaar
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391218/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391218/original.jpg

4. Throw in by Ooijer
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391217/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391217/original.jpg

5. Afellay is being kicked at more than once every game
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391219/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391219/original.jpg

6. Ibrahim Afellay
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391220/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391220/original.jpg

7. Nordin Amrabat
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391225/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391225/original.jpg

8. Balet on the football field
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391226/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391226/original.jpg


More can be seen here: http://www.pbase.com/tvw/football

[Tareq]

A couple from yesterdays game between PSV - RKC Waalwijk.

1. Toivonen
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391207/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391207/original.jpg

2. Goal celebration by Balázs Dzsudzsák
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original.jpg

3. Orlando Engelaar
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391218/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391218/original.jpg

4. Throw in by Ooijer
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391217/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391217/original.jpg

5. Afellay is being kicked at more than once every game
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391219/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391219/original.jpg

6. Ibrahim Afellay
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391220/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391220/original.jpg

7. Nordin Amrabat
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391225/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391225/original.jpg

8. Balet on the football field
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391226/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391226/original.jpg


More can be seen here: http://www.pbase.com/tvw/football


Nice shots, that is why i shoot football, and that is why i always dream to shoot soccer in Europe.
Yesterday [i mean Sunday] i was shooting a game with 70-200 and i gave my friend to use my 300 on his camera [50D], i know how amazing that 300 is but really i can get more shots with 70-200 because many actions is very close to the goal and me, so i need to move back with 300 all the time, and yesterday for first time i was able to shoot a goal by a player by my 70-200, i will never get that with 300 from my location and it is difficult to change my location in our stadiums.

[dolina]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2800/4410516056_7f108192ca_b.jpg

Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Lens Model: EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM + Extender EF 1.4x II
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture: f/4.0
Focal Length: 420 mm
ISO Speed: 500 (AutoISO)
Exposure Bias: +1 EV
Flash: Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Support: Hand held

[jhoag]

[quote=Tvw;9707642]A couple from yesterdays game between PSV - RKC Waalwijk.



2. Goal celebration by Balázs Dzsudzsák
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/122391034/original.jpg

Wonderful shot....Love this one. bw!

[flayzeraynx]

here is some latest shots with 5d + 300mm f2.8 L USM (non-IS) from Cleveland Zoo

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2678/4417579543_77d8b35796_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2747/4418358484_c9f4432acf_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2734/4417585453_d286bf01f7_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2764/4417580187_081df7f456_b.jpg

[vmaidens@gmail.com]

Has anyone tried the 300 2.8 with a 7D and a Kenko 1.4x TC? I've seen a lot of folks using this lens with the Canon TC but not much if any with the Kenko.

[bobbyz]

Has anyone tried the 300 2.8 with a 7D and a Kenko 1.4x TC? I've seen a lot of folks using this lens with the Canon TC but not much if any with the Kenko.

Canon TCs are matched specially for superteles so I would go with canon TC unless you already have kenko TC. If you do want to use 2 1.4xTCs then use kenko and canon.

[bobbyz]

300 2.8 plus 2XTC, AF of the 7D handled 19 shots...all sharp.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/harefeb1/780919625_4uYs6-O.jpg

Again 2xTC, these two were moving full pelt and I hardly had time to react. Again AF and the 7D were spot on.

http://neilburton.smugmug.com/German-wildlife/Forest-dwellers/deerwaitforme/782107952_KYnrm-O.jpg

Awesome considering the TCs.

[FlyingPhotog]

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v8/p74259322-5.jpg
1DMkIII + 300 + 2X TC .. 1/1000 @ f/5.6 ISO 200

[82NoMe]

Great Shot Jay...

[FlyingPhotog]

Great Shot Jay...

Thanks...

It's kinda different I think. They had the BAs lined up on a pretty narrow taxiway so they had to go single file for the return to parking.

Bonus! :D

[tonylong]

Has anyone tried the 300 2.8 with a 7D and a Kenko 1.4x TC? I've seen a lot of folks using this lens with the Canon TC but not much if any with the Kenko.

The Kenko Pro 1.4x TC is very closely matched to the Canon in quality. Not so the 2x though. Canon is the safest bet, of course.

[Neilyb]

Has anyone tried the 300 2.8 with a 7D and a Kenko 1.4x TC? I've seen a lot of folks using this lens with the Canon TC but not much if any with the Kenko.

Have a look through the thread, anything I took with a 1.4TC is a kenko, I do not have nor need a canon as IQ is (many do say) better with the Kenko. No weather sealing though :(

[Scout_Pete]

I'm in! ...as of the arrival of a giant, sealed Canon carton earlier this afternoon. Like everyone else who gets this lens, I'm tied up for the next day-and-a-half. Headed off into the bush on Thursday and Friday and I'll see what I can bring back.

[Butch Cassidy]

I am in the club also ( waiting for admittance ) mine will be here tomorrow, paid the extra 2 day shipping. I will have for weekend and will post a pic as required. Also getting the canon 1.4 TC

[avan]

some sample testing the 300mm f2.8 + TC1.4 and 2X with a 40D. The female cardinal are with 2X tc

[avan]

some also testing the lens accuracy with other body than the 1D3. the 300mm with tc but with the XT rebel this time

[Canonised]

Any recommendations for a backpack/camera bag to carry the 300mm safely?

I just got hold of this lens a couple of weeks back and while it comes with a nice solid "make up" case, its totally useless in the field (which is what this lens is for). I currently lug the lens with the camera attached over my shoulder as I trek (it has a lenscoat covering) but its not safe in case I trip or fall or even turn around too quickly - risking the lens being hit.

I am keen to discover how owners of this lens carry this lens with camera attached in the field. Esp. in a manner which keeps the lens safe of course.

Cheers
Harry

[hollis_f]

Sure there was a thread about this recently. Anyhow, I have two bags that might work for you. The Thinktank Glass Taxi will take the lens and camera with the hood reversed. You can't carry much else though. The Lowepro 600AW will take the lens and camera with the hood in the shooting position. I's a bit heavier than the Glass Taxi, but it is my preferred solution.

[newworld666]

Best I could find that fit for all airplane compagny as cabine bag is -> Airport Antidote® V2.0
Very light and convinient. 5DMKII+300L2.8nonIS hood non reversed +5OD+85L1.2II+24L1.4II+135L2.0+TC1.4X+TC2X+ rain coat + 6 batteries + CF cards ...

[Butch Cassidy]

I ordered the Vertex 200, was recomended on accessories, will carry all my gear, mounted 50D and 300 2.9plus my gear list. It will be here tomorrow,I will post how it fits tomorrow.

[FlyingPhotog]

My prefered large backpack is the Lowepro Computrekker Plus AW.

It will hold the 300 hood reversed and still leave room for a body at the top of the bag as well as room for a 100-400 and a 70-200 on either side and more!

[82NoMe]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4069/4400747832_9f27ea675b_o.jpg

[hollis_f]

Best I could find that fit for all airplane compagny as cabine bag is -> Airport Antidote® V2.0

I ordered the Vertex 200, was recomended on accessories, will carry all my gear

My prefered large backpack is the Lowepro Computrekker Plus AW

These are good when travelling, but when going out shooting I don't normally want to carry all my gear (my Airport Antidote weighs around 15 kg when full). That's what the Glass Taxi and 600AW are for - when I just want to carry the 300 plus camera, which is what I interpreted Harry's query to be about.

[Canonised]

Sure there was a thread about this recently. Anyhow, I have two bags that might work for you. The Thinktank Glass Taxi will take the lens and camera with the hood reversed. You can't carry much else though. The Lowepro 600AW will take the lens and camera with the hood in the shooting position. I's a bit heavier than the Glass Taxi, but it is my preferred solution.

I think the Glass Taxi makes the most sense to me. Looks small yet useable for my needs. Thanks!

My prefered large backpack is the Lowepro Computrekker Plus AW.

It will hold the 300 hood reversed and still leave room for a body at the top of the bag as well as room for a 100-400 and a 70-200 on either side and more!

Hi Jay! This bag is much too big for me. It looks like I could break my back just lifting all the weight with the gear inside. LOL

Thanks for the suggestion - I may get one if I travel overseas for a photoshoot of wildlife. ;-)

Cheers

[Tareq]

I think the Glass Taxi makes the most sense to me. Looks small yet useable for my needs. Thanks!



Hi Jay! This bag is much too big for me. It looks like I could break my back just lifting all the weight with the gear inside. LOL

Thanks for the suggestion - I may get one if I travel overseas for a photoshoot of wildlife. ;-)

Cheers

I have this lens but now i am trying to save very very big budget to fund for either 500 or 600, as i plan to travel this year to Africa for Safari, and even with my 300 i feel i want longer, i will buy this long lens only for safari as i don't shoot birds or wildlife in mu country, and i didn't find any place in my country to rent those long lenses.

[RaptorMan]

Man this lens is sweeeeeeeet!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3007/2711075797_ff38cb65aa_o.jpg

Holy !@$%

[82NoMe]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2690/4372228518_71c0c3eea9_o.jpg

[MAH]

Just purchased a second hand one.. Tested with a 1.4 + 2 X TC's stacked on tonight's moon.

http://markhaythorne.smugmug.com/Subject-Matter/Miscellaneous/5D201003260262/820042046_Dm3dc-O-1.jpg

[dolina]

I really like the 7D. Due to the reach and body weight I feel this camera is ideal for hand held 'in flight' shots. I just wish I had time to get to speed on the new AF system. Something I wish the 1D4 had.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4467054650_9e4a3fcd00_b.jpg

Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1000)
Aperture: f/4.5
Focal Length: 420 mm
ISO Speed: 100 (Auto ISO)
Exposure Bias: +2/3 EV
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Exposure Mode: Auto
White Balance: Auto
Metering Mode: Multi-segment
Crop: 3.1MP out of 18.0MP

The Brown Shrike, Lanius cristatus is a bird in the shrike family that is found mainly in Asia. It forms a superspecies with the closely-related Red-backed Shrike, L. collurio, and Isabelline Shrike, L. isabellinus. Like most other shrikes, it has a distinctive black "bandit-mask" through the eye. and is found mainly in open scrub habitats, where it perches on the tops of thorny bushes in search of prey. Several populations of this widespread species form distinctive subspecies which breed in temperate Asia and migrate to their winter quarters in tropical Asia. They are sometimes found as vagrants in Europe and North America.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_Shrike

[dolina]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4024/4469455297_6ac769e27e_b.jpg (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4024/4469455297_6ac769e27e_b.jpg)
Camera: Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture: f/4.5
Focal Length: 420 mm
ISO Speed: 320
Exposure Bias: +1/3 EV

[butterfly2937]

Camera: Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture: f/4.5
Focal Length: 420 mm
ISO Speed: 320
Exposure Bias: +1/3 EV
Gorgeous!

[vmaidens@gmail.com]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4054/4469451739_fbf85a070e_b.jpg

[shaktipalooza]

Here's some from a performance yesterday afternoon. You won't believe the age of this accomplished performer. I posted some earlier work HERE (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=772408) with the dancer for preparing the programs.

More pics http://michaelsessionsphotography.com/blather/?p=229

1.
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/822271542_NSJ5L-XL.jpg

2.
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/822271562_Yfgt4-X3.jpg

3.
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/822271986_etKnr-X3.jpg

4.
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/822271481_Nu4xa-X3.jpg

[Methodical]

coming soon

[dolina]

I was driving the golf cart when I suddenly saw this little birdie about 2 meters away. Grabbed the camera and shot it. The little birdie did not even care that I was there.

I am amazed at the noise control of the 7D. Indeed it is the king of APS-C.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2743/4481447402_2c7b96dd4b_b.jpg

The Striated Grassbird (Megalurus palustris) is an "Old World warbler" species in the family Megaluridae. It was formerly placed in the Sylviidae.

It is found in Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Russia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Striated_Grassbird

Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/2000)
Aperture: f/5.6
Focal Length: 600 mm
ISO Speed: 3200
Exposure Bias: +1 EV
Crop: 15.0MP from 18MP
Support: Hand Held
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Date and Time: 2010:04:01 08:53:05
Metering Mode: Partial
Exposure Mode: Auto
White Balance: Auto

[airvincent]

2010 Australian Grandprix Day 1

Both images shot with 1D MK IV + 300 f2.8 IS USM, all images without editing or crop

440077

440076

[Methodical]

Were you testing the 7Ds ISO cause the SS speed was high enough to lower ISO? Just curious.

...I am amazed at the noise control of the 7D. Indeed it is the king of APS-C.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2743/4481447402_2c7b96dd4b_b.jpg

Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/2000)
Aperture: f/5.6
Focal Length: 600 mm
ISO Speed: 3200
Exposure Bias: +1 EV
Crop: 15.0MP from 18MP
Support: Hand Held
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Date and Time: 2010:04:01 08:53:05
Metering Mode: Partial
Exposure Mode: Auto
White Balance: Auto

[dolina]

Were you testing the 7Ds ISO cause the SS speed was high enough to lower ISO? Just curious.
It was on AutoISO. The camera was set for birds in flight.

My cameracraft for wild life revolves around Time Variable + Auto ISO.

The logic behind this being I want to have one control to speed up or speed down based camera based on requirement.

The bird being so near I was expecting it to fly away.

[Methodical]

Ah ok.

Ah I see they improve on Auto ISO to allow it to go above 1600. I have the 50D and auto ISO maxes out at 1600.

It was on AutoISO. The camera was set for birds in flight.

My cameracraft for wild life revolves around Time Variable + Auto ISO.

The logic behind this being I want to have one control to speed up or speed down based camera based on requirement.

The bird being so near I was expecting it to fly away.

[dolina]

I know it flies in the face of 'logic' but once you got your exposure metering in your mind tuned to the scene and having read the manual this is the easiest way to get a well exposed shot.

Now the challenge is learning two new AF systems. The next frontier so to speak.

Then again I may just go on hiatus and go into architectural/interior photography.

[dolina]

After the grassbird we needed a water break so proceeded to the driving range. There I spotted this very unshy fella perching on the rail. Funny how long this fella took his time as I was fiddling with the lens controls to get it to focus appropriately.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2720/4482944633_e3b324052b_b.jpg

The Long-tailed Shrike or the Rufous-backed Shrike (Lanius schach) is a member of the bird family Laniidae, the shrikes. The eastern or Himalayan race, L. s. tricolor, is sometimes called the Black-headed Shrike.
tricolor race in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

It is a common resident breeder throughout the Indomalayan ecozone from Kazakhstan, through Afghanistan, Pakistan, Indian peninsula except eastern states, to New Guinea, found on bushes in scrubby areas and cultivation. Winter visitor to southern areas such as southeast India and Sri Lanka.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long-tailed_Shrike

Again I am amazed by the 7D's high ISO noise performance. Incredible on an APS-C sensor.

Camera: Canon EOS 7D
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/2000)
Aperture: f/5.6
Focal Length: 600 mm
ISO Speed: 3200 (Auto ISO)
Exposure Bias: +2 EV
Support: Hand held
Crop: None, framed as is.
Software: Aperture 3.0.2
Date and Time: 2010:04:01 09:01:57
Exposure Program: Shutter speed priority AE
Metering Mode: Partial
Exposure Mode: Auto
White Balance: Auto

[Cole_Schmitt]

Seriously, forget being 17...I want this lens so bad and this thread doesn't help...at all. I must get this lens, somehow!

[vmaidens@gmail.com]

And you are ????

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4044/4485261423_577ff96313_b.jpg

[jetcode]

Here's some from a performance yesterday afternoon. You won't believe the age of this accomplished performer. I posted some earlier work HERE (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=772408) with the dancer for preparing the programs.

More pics http://michaelsessionsphotography.com/blather/?p=229


b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l !!

[jetcode]

http://jcbeckman.zenfolio.com/img/v8/p74259322-5.jpg
1DMkIII + 300 + 2X TC .. 1/1000 @ f/5.6 ISO 200

wow jay! ... love that angle!

Here's some from a performance yesterday afternoon. You won't believe the age of this accomplished performer. I posted some earlier work HERE (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=772408) with the dancer for preparing the programs.

More pics http://michaelsessionsphotography.com/blather/?p=229


b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l !!

[FlyingPhotog]

Gracias...

Very, very nice work by all here!

[Tvw]

1. Manolev
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452601/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452601/original.jpg

2. Dzsudzsák with a good move
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452629/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452629/original.jpg

3. Our wingback Manolev had a good game
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452744/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452744/original.jpg

4. Todays new signing Vukovic (he's on loan at PSV now)
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452831/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452831/original.jpg

5. Salcido
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452943/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452943/original.jpg

6. The player of FC Twente I would like to have in my team: Bryan Ruiz
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452919/original
http://www.pbase.com/tvw/image/123452919/original.jpg

More: http://www.pbase.com/tvw/football

[Butch Cassidy]

Tim,great pics, the 300 is such a pleasure.

[butterfly2937]

Awesome work Tim! The 300 never disappoints; it is such an amazing lens. It's awesome on the 7D!

[garys1]

It was a little windy today. I think this guy was having a bad hair day!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4509710019_58affe23c9_o.jpg

[Tim_V]

@garys1: great pose / bird. Easy on the USM thingy though. I can see a large halo around the bird.