Canon EF 600mm f4L IS USM

[c75mitch]

Had a quick look through the image archive and could not see any for the 600 f4.

This image was taken using my 600mm + 1.4 converter on my 350d as I wanted the extra 1.6 crop. (equal to a total of 1344mm, i think :oops: )

Full image and the 100% crop.

I will try to find some images without the converter to add to the thread later.

[estart]

What a lens.

[Pete]

Sigh.... If only I had £4K to burn...

Fantastic.

[evandavies]

Yep, us mortals can only dream... :rolleyes:

c75mitch, how about a moon shot with the 600 and 1.4 combo ;)

[GyRob]

Sigh.... If only I had £4K to burn...

Fantastic.
its neara 6k in the UK .
Rob.

[kross]

awesome.... i'm still deciding between the 500mm and 600mm f4....:)
on one hand i dun wanna break my arms carrying a 600, on the other i dun like the idea of having 100mm short from the 500....:p

sigh.... $ $, decisions decisions....

cheers....

[In2Photos]

Wow. That shot looks fabulous. Would the OP mind if others posted their 600 f/4 images so that this thread may be used for the archives?

[inthedeck]

No words. Just FANTASTIC. If only...if only. :) :(

[c75mitch]

Everyone is more than welcome to add photos to the thread, I will try to dig out a few more later.

I will try a moon shot later if the sky is clear.

[Pete]

its neara 6k in the UK .
Rob.

There's one going for £4K at www.apertureuk.com (http://www.apertureuk.com)

not that I can afford it though...

[superdiver]

A dream lens!

[GyRob]

There's one going for £4K at www.apertureuk.com (http://www.apertureuk.com)

not that I can afford it though...
it sold im not sprised at that price a bit of a bargain there.
Rob.

[c75mitch]

OK, so the actual focal length is only 840mm but the image produced is equal to a 1344mm lens on a 35mm camera.

Anyone else want to add pics please do.

[pparker]

Here's a couple of shots done with my 600 f4. Oop's, not working! I use mine for small birds on up to large mammals. While not as wieldly as the 500 f4, I don't usually yearn for a shorter focal length lens.
I'd post some image samples but the "Manage Attachments" tab doesn't seem to be working at the moment.

Pete

[Tee Why]

good looking bird, lens looks good too

[c75mitch]

Again 600 + 1.4 on 1D mII

Lighting was not great so image is a bit grainy.

[c75mitch]

one more puffin, 600 + 1.4 on 350d

I will try to find some without the TC on. It tends to live in the lens.:)

[mho01]

awesome.... i'm still deciding between the 500mm and 600mm f4....:)
on one hand i dun wanna break my arms carrying a 600, on the other i dun like the idea of having 100mm short from the 500....:p

sigh.... $ $, decisions decisions....

cheers....

Go for the 600 f4.
I used to have the 500 f4 but recently moved to the 600 f4, apart from it being a "Beast" of a lens its only 3lb's more, just chuck something else out of the camera bag.
the extra reach is superb.
spend the money.

[GyRob]

Go for the 600 f4.
I used to have the 500 f4 but recently moved to the 600 f4, apart from it being a "Beast" of a lens its only 3lb's more, just chuck something else out of the camera bag.
the extra reach is superb.
spend the money.
if you had stuk your 500mm on a 1.6 crop body it would have been longer than the 600mm on a 1.3crop :)
Rob.

[CyberDyneSystems]

Wow. That shot looks fabulous. Would the OP mind if others posted their 600 f/4 images so that this thread may be used for the archives?
:lol:
I added it to the archive before seeing your post here :)

[In2Photos]

:lol:
I added it to the archive before seeing your post here :)
No problem. Thanks for helping out with it.

[Bonjour43ma]

damn

[pparker]

Here's a couple from the 600 f4 and 1.4 X Teleconverter and the 10 D camera body. I use this lens for everything from small birds to large mammals. Sports Illustrated photographers sometimes use this focal length for the swimsuit issue.

[morehtml]

Here's a couple from the 600 f4 and 1.4 X Teleconverter and the 10 D camera body. I use this lens for everything from small birds to large mammals. Sports Illustrated photographers sometimes use this focal length for the swimsuit issue.


Those are excellent! Do you have a gallery anywhere? I'd love to see more!

[c75mitch]

Here is a moon pic just taken in the garden where there are lost of other light sources. I think it came out quite well but am going to try later when more light are off and its a bit darker.

600 + 1.4 on 350d

[pparker]

Yes, I have a gallery on Naturescapes under the Portfolios section. Just type in Pete Parker under "Search for a Photographer" in the Portfolios section.
http://naturescapes.net

[CyberDyneSystems]

Welcome to the Forum Pete, I have seen you over at Naturescapes,. (I don't get over there often enough anymore) fabulous work.

Man, Peter Parker, must have been a tough childhood ;)

[pparker]

Yep,
Helped me acquire a sense of humor though.

[c75mitch]

Last one of the moon taken a few mins ago. 600 + 1.4 on 350d

Thanks for looking.

[AeroSmith]

That second moon shot is amazing....this setup really is a telescope.

[pparker]

Excellent detail in those moon shots. Well done!

[joeflux]

Wow. All of these photos don't cease to amaze me. Great and beautiful all around.

[BoySpot]

I rented one for a weekend to shoot some eagles. Here are some samples.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4364Edited.jpg
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4378Edited.jpg
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4372Edited.jpg

[Ken Cravillion]

600IS with 1.4XII on a 5D...

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Henslow's-Sparrow_2208.jpg

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Red-winged-Blackbird_9696.jpg

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Redwing-Black-Bird-2233.jpg

[mho01]

Taken with 600mm f4 L IS + 1.4xmk2 + 1Dmk2n

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070810_6886.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070810_6668.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070811_7516.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070812_8365.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070811_7578.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i150/mho1010/boardmasters%202007/HODKINSON_20070811_7508.jpg

[blackjacked]

Here's a couple that I took with my 600mm f/4L.
http://www.pbase.com/blackjack47/image/79720815/original.jpg
http://www.pbase.com/blackjack47/image/84988994/original.jpg

[El Duderino]

Sweeeeeeet Christ.

[cwphoto]

EOS-1D Mark III, 600/4 IS, ISO 400, 1/250s @ f/4.5:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25216&stc=1&d=1181485431

EOS-1D Mark III, 600/4 IS, ISO 800, 1/800s @ f/5:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25212&stc=1&d=1181468197

EOS-1D Mark II N, 600/4 IS, ISO 100, 1/250s @ f/4:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=22816&stc=1&d=1176048921

[kosin]

Jeeeezzzuuussss... That moon shot is amazing!!! Very nice!!

- airbutchie :D

I second that expresion :D

[Ospi]

cwphoto....brilliant!

[arizona85224]

some nice shots

[michael_]

this has to be one of the best shots ever

http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25216&stc=1&d=1181485431

[tekkie]

love both these shots but this one pops right out, very nice


Here's a couple that I took with my 600mm f/4L.
http://www.pbase.com/blackjack47/image/79720815/original.jpg

[SoaringUSAEagle]

I rented one for a weekend to shoot some eagles. Here are some samples.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4364Edited.jpg
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4378Edited.jpg
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/boyspot/Wildlife/Mississippi%20Eagles/QB5Y4372Edited.jpg

Absolutely beautiful.

[Aaagogo]

:shock: a 600L shot this :shock: :shock: :shock:

it's a beautiful picture

Here's a couple that I took with my 600mm f/4L.

http://www.pbase.com/blackjack47/image/84988994/original.jpg

[Joetaco]

seriously though. these shots are ridiculous. =)

[angryhampster]

Incredible shots, everyone.

[shaktipalooza]

I rented one a few weeks ago. It's not good to rent something this fun.
http://mrs-h.smugmug.com/photos/193608575-L.jpg
http://mrs-h.smugmug.com/photos/194344540-L.jpg
http://mrs-h.smugmug.com/photos/194344688-L.jpg
http://mrs-h.smugmug.com/photos/194344734-L.jpg

[qroche85]

600IS with 1.4XII on a 5D...

Damnnnnnnnnnnnnn.... I am speechless. These are the best birds I've seen so far since I knew POTN!!! Thanks for sharing.

[markol]

We just got our first 600mm in stock. Tested it in doors. I had to go to the other side of the house to get it to focus. And then I was able to get my buddy's eyeball into the frame. That lens is absolutely insane. One day I will get to play with the 1200. One day... :D

[jacobsen1]

I need to rent this at some point and try it. I just love the separation it gives wide open...

[blonde]

you can meet up with me and use the 500 Ben, you will be floored by the separation it gives you and the sharpness...

[ashdavid]

EOS-1D Mark III, 600/4 IS, ISO 400, 1/250s @ f/4.5:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25216&stc=1&d=1181485431

EOS-1D Mark III, 600/4 IS, ISO 800, 1/800s @ f/5:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25212&stc=1&d=1181468197

EOS-1D Mark II N, 600/4 IS, ISO 100, 1/250s @ f/4:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=22816&stc=1&d=1176048921
Great pics! Looks like the AF is working fine though!:lol:

[ashdavid]

THere is one for sale here in Japan, used that is. I believe it only came up for sale recently though.

[cwphoto]

Great pics! Looks like the AF is working fine though!:lol:

Thanks, the AF works sometimes - the camera is not all bad. :)

[SilverOnemi]

some oustanding shots here ;)

[danskim]

Awesome picture.

600IS with 1.4XII on a 5D...

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Henslow%27s-Sparrow_2208.jpg

[Renee80]

Last one of the moon taken a few mins ago. 600 + 1.4 on 350d

Thanks for looking.

Oh my, I never knew a lens on a normal camera could get a shot like that second moon pic. Stunning!

[ak_powder_monkey]

yup time to start putting in for the lottery

[Renee80]

yup time to start putting in for the lottery

Seriously! I'd sell my soul for a lens like that (If I believed in that sort of thing ;))

[TheBlueLightSpecial]

what tripod or monopod setup does one use for such a huge lens...

[Tareq]

what tripod or monopod setup does one use for such a huge lens...

Gitzo: look at Series 3 or Series 5, i am sure there are another series of gitzo can handle those huge glasses, i am talking for monopod and tripod.
I have Gitzo 5540 got it yesterday, it is perfect to carry this lens no problem, only i need a head.

[Cadwell]

I use a Gitzo GM 5540 or a Manfrotto 681B with the 600mm. The Gitzo is the better choice of the two.

[muscleflex]

what monopod would be good for this lens?

[Tareq]

what monopod would be good for this lens?

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/475916-REG/Gitzo_GM5540_GM_5540_Mountaineer_6X_Carbon.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/475915-REG/Gitzo_GM3550_GM_3550_Mountaineer_6X_Carbon.html

[S.Horton]

Nice glass.

Nice shots.

[ashdavid]

600IS with 1.4XII on a 5D...

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Henslow%27s-Sparrow_2208.jpg

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Red-winged-Blackbird_9696.jpg

http://www.kgcphoto.com/Birds_and_Wildlife_Gallery/Redwing-Black-Bird-2233.jpg
Absolutely awsome!

[Steve Beck]

I am using a Gitzo GM-5540 monopod and a Gitzo 1327 Tripod with my 600mm.

[Scuff]

Here are a few from today. Horrible weather, dull and drizzly rain. But I enjoyed myself hunting the Heron......

EXIF included in files........

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-1.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-2.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-3.jpg


With 1.4x TCII
http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-4.jpg


With 2xTCII
http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-5.jpg

[jbergdoll]

Here is a moon pic just taken in the garden where there are lost of other light sources. I think it came out quite well but am going to try later when more light are off and its a bit darker.

600 + 1.4 on 350d
If you said it was taken from the space shuttle, I would have believed you.

[CPO_USN]

Great shots everyone makes me want this lens, but at last like most people don't have the cash for it!

[Scuff]

A few more more... hope you like them. All shot with 1DmkIII. EXIF Included.

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-2.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-3.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-4.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-5.jpg

[Tareq]

A few more more... hope you like them. All shot with 1DmkIII. EXIF Included.

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-2.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-3.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-4.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-5.jpg

I don't know why i keep coming to this thread, sure there is something that keeps me to come over here again and again.

[S.Horton]

I keep coming to help convince myself to get one........

;}

[JClaude]

These are quite good indeed, did you have to return the lens already ?
I would just keep it heheheheheh :lol:

A few more more... hope you like them. All shot with 1DmkIII. EXIF Included.

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-2.jpg





http://www.gtmedia.com/images/animals-5.jpg

[greatwhites2k]

awesome lens

[av8tr]

I rented one a few weeks ago. It's not good to rent something this fun.

We have a saying at work.

"If it can float, fly, or f$^%, it's better to rent it."

I guess I should now add "focus" to the list.:D

[silvex]

Well I rented this AWESOME glass and I confirmed its legendary bulk and royal IQ...

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388475_QgVsb-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388698_zj5CY-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388212_BzEf5-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388031_ci4Qg-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326387944_F5YS8-XL-1.jpg

[Tareq]

Well I rented this AWESOME glass and I confirmed its legendary bulk and royal IQ...

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388475_QgVsb-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388698_zj5CY-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388212_BzEf5-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326388031_ci4Qg-XL.jpg

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/326387944_F5YS8-XL-1.jpg

OK, THATS ENOUGH :evil:

I have to break my wallet and get this beast, i know that 400 f2.8L IS is calling me a lot, but if i get this lens [600] then the call of 400 will be little weak and i can resist it for a while.
Incredible clarity and sharpness, thats why i don't know why i want to get those long primes if i will not use that much, just looking at those results making me to think those primes are 'MUST' in our gear.

[40Driggs]

Wow, these shots are truly impressive. I was just taking a look at this lens for some fun and am truly amazed. I am actually looking at the Canon 100-400mm L IS, but it is ok to dream right? I guess I could sell my car and get this lens...;)

[willz75]

Looking at these image archives can be hazardous to your pocket lol... Anyway, I'm getting my 600 next week :D The excitement is just unbearable!!! :) :p

[wallybud]

Here are a few from today. Horrible weather, dull and drizzly rain. But I enjoyed myself hunting the Heron......

EXIF included in files........

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-1.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-2.jpg

http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-3.jpg


With 1.4x TCII
http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-4.jpg


With 2xTCII
http://www.gtmedia.com/images/600%20Test-5.jpg


Scuff! You have amazing long lens technique ... I hope most of the people looking at these images know that the learning curve on a lens like this is HUGE haha :D

[silvex]

A liltle portrait of the Cheetahs' keeper.

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/328721758_qSW8c-X2.jpg

And the cheetah.

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/329124708_kXiGB-X2.jpg

[Scuff]

Scuff! You have amazing long lens technique ... I hope most of the people looking at these images know that the learning curve on a lens like this is HUGE haha :D

Thanks, you are too kind.

I'm sure anyone who had this lens would surely put all of their efforts into doing it justice.

It has sadly been returned to its owner, who I can not thank enough for letting me try it out.

I have purchased to 500mm. Lighter, not much shorter and less expensive. I will miss the 600mm though.:)

[blackjacked]

Canon EOS 5D (http://www.pbase.com/cameras/canon/eos_5d) ,Canon EF 600mm f/4L (http://www.pbase.com/cameras/canon/ef_600_4is)
http://www.pbase.com/blackjack47/image/89707177/original.jpg

[Bubble]

another moon shoot with 600IS. :)

http://www.dslr-lens.com/data/albums/userpics/10001/moona.jpg

[silverwolf]

Man you all do, have really deep pocket's 7grand is alot of money:rolleyes: But it look's like it's worth the G's.Nice picture's everybody love that cheetah portrait silvX.Peace Sean .L:)

[willz75]

Got mine recently, the IQ and focus speed of this lens is legendary! That's not to mention the bulk and price tag hehe :p :D

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3187/2684518981_e0777f33f9_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3049/2684518833_2d691356f1_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3077/2692058731_50dbc04a43_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3064/2703454439_42770b4ce2_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3044/2700345815_3a32474b4d_o.jpg

[advaitin]

I just got my new 600mm L IS and I quickly discovered that my normal shooting range for backyard birds is way too close. Then I took it and the 1DM3, Mamiya heavy duty CF tripod, and Jobu Black Widow gimbal head to Ponce Inlet for surfer shots.

Unfortunately there was no surf to speak of. But there was a surfer girl just at the edge of my focus zone. The following images were shot at ISO 400, 1/2000s @ f10. The image was cropped to eliminate the bulk of the board and identification of the unknown girl. Then a 100 percent crop to show the sharpness. Both were reduced in size to meet the board size requirements. Enjoy.

[advaitin]

Trying to see how close I could get to my backyard critters, no critters came out to play, so I focussed on a branch tip using the whole set of kenko extension tubes and a monopod with the 1DM3. The exposure was ISO 800, 1/100s @ f4, but that is a Kenko-induced fantasy, I'm sure. On the other hand--surprise, surprise--there was a critter on hand.

[advaitin]

Took a quick trip yesterday through the wildlife preserve on Merritt Island. Some hits and misses but here are a few shots that give me hope that I will master the lens--someday.

This first set is with a Canon 1Ds Mark III, 600mm f4 L IS, no teleconverter. ISO 200, 1/800 @ f7.1. I forgot I had the polarizer filter in the lens, so the exposures were influenced by that light loss. Tripod and Black Widow Gimbal.

[advaitin]

The second set begins with the 1.4 converter. The birds were not usually close, so I soon changed to the 2x.

The mangrove is with the 1.4, 1/320s @ f6.3

The posturing juvenile is with the 2x, 1/500s @ f11.

[advaitin]

Next is the one handheld shot I tried, and only because just as I stopped the bird caught a snake. By the time I got the tripod deployed, the bird had moved away to enjoy the snack in privacy. 1200mm, 200 ISO, 1/400s @ f10.

[advaitin]

Last, a couple of tripod shots. I keep forgetting to use a cable release and to weight the lens down for an exposure. I am not sure that Live View would help unless I employ a dark cloth as in olden days.

all 1200mm.

Standing in water. 1/320s @ f9.

On mangrove shrub, the same.

[silvex]

From the new Los Angeles Zoo Gorilla Exhibit...Can you say texture...?

40D+600L+580EX II 1/320 f11 ISO1250

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/363574861_5xssB-X2-1.jpg

[Tareq]

From the new Los Angeles Zoo Gorilla Exhibit...Can you say texture...?

40D+600L+580EX II 1/320 f11 ISO1250

http://silvex.smugmug.com/photos/363574861_5xssB-X2-1.jpg

Just amazing, i was touching the screen

[S.Horton]

This thread is a budget-hazard in the making!

Amazing shots.

[Steve Beck]

Here is a couple from my first outing sine I got the lens:

http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo72/pathfindercod/_E3Q4398.jpg

http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo72/pathfindercod/_E3Q4345.jpg

http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo72/pathfindercod/_E3Q5084.jpg

[caseyjohnphotography]

YOUR ALL RICH!

[chauncey]

I thought the same thing when I was a child.
Then I got an education and a job and raised a family and got some toys.

You got to pay your dues.

[Tareq]

I thought the same thing when I was a child.
Then I got an education and a job and raised a family and got some toys.

You got to pay your dues.

If i didn't have a wife and children then i may get more of gear, and also my current job doesn't do for me, i don't know he did i manage to buy those gear, but i think i wasted too much and didn't arrange my life.

[S.Horton]

I thought the same thing when I was a child.
Then I got an education and a job and raised a family and got some toys.

You got to pay your dues.



^^ +1

[musicmaster]

I just got my new 600mm L IS and I quickly discovered that my normal shooting range for backyard birds is way too close. Then I took it and the 1DM3, Mamiya heavy duty CF tripod, and Jobu Black Widow gimbal head to Ponce Inlet for surfer shots.

Unfortunately there was no surf to speak of. But there was a surfer girl just at the edge of my focus zone. The following images were shot at ISO 400, 1/2000s @ f10. The image was cropped to eliminate the bulk of the board and identification of the unknown girl. Then a 100 percent crop to show the sharpness. Both were reduced in size to meet the board size requirements. Enjoy.
She is amazing. I need to find a girl like that

[advaitin]

Tonight, 12-12-08, was supposed to be the closest approach of moon recently. My shot:

Canon 1Ds Mark III, 600mm L IS, 2x extender, Gitzo Tripod, Cable release, 100 ISO, 1/60s @ f16, PP CS3. Cropped 50 percent.

[inthedeck]

^^ Nice job!

[Tareq]

Tonight, 12-12-08, was supposed to be the closest approach of moon recently. My shot:

Canon 1Ds Mark III, 600mm L IS, 2x extender, Gitzo Tripod, Cable release, 100 ISO, 1/60s @ f16, PP CS3. Cropped 50 percent.

I stopped to shoot the moon because i am waiting to get one of those long primes such as 400 or 600, even with my 100-400 or 300 i am far and it is not closer, and i have to crop heavily to get about 90% of the moon to fill the frame.
Nice shot!

[Cassie]

Wow, what a great moon shot! It was out when i left the house at 6:15am! I could see it all the way to work, swerved a few times staring at it, lol

When I left work at 4pm it was out again, I kept thinking wow, what's up with that, then when I logged onto Yahoo, I saw the report that it was the biggest moon this year!

I wanted to take pics but didn't have my camera with me.

[chopper5654]

i just cruised this thread, and have to admit, these pics are absolutely incredible. and, the composition......just WOW! well done, all.

[Bubble]

here is my moon with 600IS. :)

http://aphanphoto.com/gallery/albums/moon/216.jpg

[powerslave]

*Updates list of things to own before dying*

[Mutombo]

Absolutely stunning shots.

[hiker99]

Here are a few eagle shots I took a couple of weeks ago on the Skagit River in Washington. Both of these pictures were taken with my Mark II N.

[silvex]

Here are a few eagle shots I took a couple of weeks ago on the Skagit River in Washington. Both of these pictures were taken with my Mark II N.
Killer "pose" on the last one. They seem a bit soft maybe the snow fall? Mist ? makes them look soft ? Are they heavy crop?

[hiker99]

The second one is a heavy crop, but I think most of the softness is due to the constant snowfall that day.

[_aravena]

So I got to use one of these bad boys while out and here's what I came back with, that was good. Using a prime this long is truly a skill that takes time.

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v0/p470997456-4.jpg

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v8/p78414138-4.jpg

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v1/p228054949-4.jpg

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v1/p11157817-4.jpg

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v6/p104096519-4.jpg

http://www.lastshotphotography.com/img/v5/p184073863-4.jpg

[Geoffery]

http://geofferyloh.smugmug.com/photos/165533689_xRiVJ-O.jpg

600IS + 2X TC handheld. Love the compression the lens provides.

[silvex]

http://geofferyloh.smugmug.com/photos/165533689_xRiVJ-O.jpg

600IS + 2X TC handheld. Love the compression the lens provides.

:shock:

[airbutchie]

^ Double Woof!!!

- airbutchie :shock::shock:

[Cole_Schmitt]

this has to be one of the best shots ever

http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=25216&stc=1&d=1181485431

I would have to agree. Sigh, wish I had the money to spend on this lens :( Being 16 sucks :p

[Tareq]

I would have to agree. Sigh, wish I had the money to spend on this lens :( Being 16 sucks :p

I wish too, too much money, sometimes i wish if i didn't spend money on hassy, but i will regret if i bought this lens and not hassy, now all what i need is to wait, and wait, and waaaaiiiiiiiiit for about 5 or 6 months or after i come back from my travel then look seriously to add this lens to my collection.

[silvex]

fhttp://geofferyloh.smugmug.com/photos/165533689_xRiVJ-O.jpg

600IS + 2X TC handheld. Love the compression the lens provides.

BTW do you bench press about 10,000lbs? :shock:

[cwphoto]

I would have to agree. Sigh, wish I had the money to spend on this lens :( Being 16 sucks :p

Thanks for the compliment, but I'd gladly trade you the lens for your youth.

[pendulum15]

Thanks for the compliment, but I'd gladly trade you the lens for your youth.

Deal!
Now how should I package my youth for mailing to you :p:lol:

[cwphoto]

EOS-1D Mark III, 600/4 IS & 1.4x II, ISO 100, 1/1,000s @ f/5.6:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=41048&stc=1&d=1223915084

[cwphoto]

EOS-1Ds Mark II, 600/4 IS, ISO 200, 1/1,000s @ f/4:
http://www.dcresource.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=41043&stc=1&d=1223912733

[Cole_Schmitt]

I wish too, too much money, sometimes i wish if i didn't spend money on hassy, but i will regret if i bought this lens and not hassy, now all what i need is to wait, and wait, and waaaaiiiiiiiiit for about 5 or 6 months or after i come back from my travel then look seriously to add this lens to my collection.

Well your lucky to even be able to put one in you collection :p I don't think a 16 year old (+ I make more then the normal 16/17 year old) could afford one of these ever.. So I think in a few months I will buy the 5D2 + 25-105mm or the 400mm.. Haven't decided yet.. Haha

[Tareq]

Well your lucky to even be able to put one in you collection :p I don't think a 16 year old (+ I make more then the normal 16/17 year old) could afford one of these ever.. So I think in a few months I will buy the 5D2 + 25-105mm or the 400mm.. Haven't decided yet.. Haha

You are 16? i am 29
My first DSLR 350D was in 2005 and that time i was 25, you are 16 or 17 and you will buy 5DII, i want to imagine when you will be 29, what you will have then?

[Gissan]

What an amaaaaazing lens!!!!!

[a521]

Some amazing shots here! I'm still learning, so I don't have much to show, but wanted to just show off the lens! I'm really looking forward to a busy summer, Air Show, Indy 500 & Brickyard 400!

http://shotbytom.smugmug.com/photos/257258891_uBVZX-XL.jpg


http://shotbytom.smugmug.com/photos/257259270_SUQfg-XL.jpg

http://shotbytom.smugmug.com/photos/499061146_FH69j-XL.jpg

[Canonswhitelensesrule]

Great images, a521! I had a chance to "play" with a 600mm f4 lens today (at a photo expo), and all I can say is WOW!! The separation/isolation of the subject and the bokeh are incredible!

I've also had the privilege of testing the EF 500 mm f4L I.S., and that lens also produces a "WOW" factor, but there was just something extra special about the 600.

If I ever win the lottery, I know one of the first lenses that will be on my list!

[S.Horton]

Anyone hand holding this lens at all?

[eric.brown]

Anyone hand holding this lens at all?

The User named "Geoffery" said they handheld this lens. Look back a few pages and you'll see a race-car taken while handheld.

[a521]

Anyone hand holding this lens at all?

The Deer and Cardinal were both handleld and free standing. I now use a monopod when I go hiking with it.

[eric.brown]

The Deer and Cardinal were both handleld and free standing. I now use a monopod when I go hiking with it.

:shock:

That's some amazing sharpness for handheld! Nice job.

[S.Horton]

Hmmmmmm.............

I have a 400 DO, so I must decide whether or not to just skip 500, take 6.

[Canonswhitelensesrule]

Hmmmmmm.............

I have a 400 DO, so I must decide whether or not to just skip 500, take 6.

As I mentioned in my reply above, I had a chance to "play" with a 600mm f4 lens today, as well as with the EF 500mm f4L I.S. a few months ago, and while that lens is soo sweet, the 600mm is in a different league altogether! At least IMHO.

Yes the weight difference is substantial, but the way the subject POPS into focus, and the isolation and bokeh are absolutely breathtaking!! It's one of those, "you have to see it to believe it" situations.

Don't get me wrong, the 500 f4 is a GREAT lens!! I'd KILL to own one! But from what I saw today through the viewfinder with the 600 f4, if I had my choice of either of the two, I would definitely go with the 600!

Again, just my two cents, but if you get the chance to check out the 600 f4, I definitely recommend it.

Good luck with your decision.

[Tareq]

As I mentioned in my reply above, I had a chance to "play" with a 600mm f4 lens today, as well as with the EF 500mm f4L I.S. a few months ago, and while that lens is soo sweet, the 600mm is in a different league altogether! At least IMHO.

Yes the weight difference is substantial, but the way the subject POPS into focus, and the isolation and bokeh are absolutely breathtaking!! It's one of those, "you have to see it to believe it" situations.

Don't get me wrong, the 500 f4 is a GREAT lens!! I'd KILL to own one! But from what I saw today through the viewfinder with the 600 f4, if I had my choice of either of the two, I would definitely go with the 600!

Again, just my two cents, but if you get the chance to check out the 600 f4, I definitely recommend it.

Good luck with your decision.

I can buy either 400 f2.8 or 500 or 600, owned 300 and i have 100-400 i am thinking to get 600 longer enough than just 500, even 500 or 600 can't be enough for some shots like birds, so for me 600 is the best choice, i never tried or tested 600 but i saw it in a store, i was lucky that i didn't touch it long enough to get cursed, and i also touched 400 f2.8 in the sport field [shooting football match] but not long enough, otherwise i will get both 400 and 600, and to be honest, after i bought hasselblad i don't feel so crazy about Canon lenses and i can wait long until i can afford one, and if i got my old prize then i was confusing between upgrading my hasselblad body or get more hassy lenses or buy 600, but one thing i am sure about is that next year i am planning to visit Africa with my 600. ;)

[S.Horton]

Sorry to bother the POTN gang, but does anyone have 600 + 2X shots handy?

I need one last nudge before a trip to Maine, where Eagles etc. will be on the menu to shoot.

[silvex]

Sorry to bother the POTN gang, but does anyone have 600 + 2X shots handy?

I need one last nudge before a trip to Maine, where Eagles etc. will be on the menu to shoot.

Why not rent the 800L with a 1.4X TCON ?

[S.Horton]

I want the f/4 max aperture, and I think that, in general, 600 + 1.4 will be fine.

I almost PM'd you, because I know you have a 600 -- How does it take a 2X?

EDIT: Forgot to answer your question -- I will check into renting an 800 if I decide not to just spring for the 600.

[silvex]

I want the f/4 max aperture, and I think that, in general, 600 + 1.4 will be fine.

I almost PM'd you, because I know you have a 600 -- How does it take a 2X?

EDIT: Forgot to answer your question -- I will check into renting an 800 if I decide not to just spring for the 600.

600L x 1.4 = 840L f/5.6
600L x 2.0 = 1200L f/8

I rent(ed) 600L ...;)

[S.Horton]

Ah, yes, but 800L = 12K, 5K more than the 600 L. If the prices were closer together, or I hit the lotto, I wouldn't care as much.

I'll look at renting.........

[silvex]

Ah, yes, but 800L = 12K, 5K more than the 600 L. If the prices were closer together, or I hit the lotto, I wouldn't care as much.

I'll look at renting.........

That is what I do. Just make sure you have insurance to cover ANYTHING. Including in-transit. You never know.

[advaitin]

I posted a couple of herons earlier with the 2X. My biggest problem is trying to follow birds in flight. So far, I haven't done very well with the 600 even without the extender keeping the birds in the viewfinder. Practice I guess.