Sony Lounge Thread MKIII (All Sony cameras welcome)

I'm been trying to decide on a telephoto lens for wildlife photography. I've been shooting Nikon with the 200-500 and it's a nice setup, but I'm always looking to optimize things and move to a telephoto prime. I've been debating between a 500 PF and a 500mm f/4G or 500mm f/4 Sigma Sport lens. One of the main factors I wanted to determine is how cumbersome it would be to shoot with a gimbal and tripod all of the time with a larger prime lens. Since it would be difficult for me to simulate this in the real world I thought about renting a 500 f/4 to test it, but the rentals are expensive and I lose all that money. Then I happened to see a used Nikon 500mm f/4P lens on the FM marketplace and I purchased it. This gives me a chance to get a feel for the handling of a larger lens. So far I haven't found it too bad and have actually really been enjoying shooting with the lens, despite the fact that it is manual focus only. I also received a vintage Nikon 1.4TCb with the lens that I've been using almost all of the time. It shows some CA in certain situations, but is surprisingly good for it's age. Here are some images with the adapted a7r III and the Nikon lens.

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digital_AM wrote in post #18788612
I know you’ll get it sorted out. Where did you get the metal prints done? I have one from BayPhoto and have had no issues.

By the way, I rented the 100-400 and ordered the Really Right Stuff foot adapter. I have a feeling I’m going to love the lens so I may just keep the adapter and save up for the lens.

These were done at Bay Photo too. They are all about the same age, about 4 years. The color metal prints I have done are fine. It's only the B&W ones that have changed.

The 100-400 is a wonderful lens...and the RRS foot is a must, so much better than adding a plate, and it makes a nice carrying handle and something to hold while shooting.

digital_AM wrote in post #18788612
I know you’ll get it sorted out. Where did you get the metal prints done? I have one from BayPhoto and have had no issues.

By the way, I rented the 100-400 and ordered the Really Right Stuff foot adapter. I have a feeling I’m going to love the lens so I may just keep the adapter and save up for the lens.

I got the Kirk Replacement Lens Foot for Sony FE for my 100-400. It works perfectly and I love the $80 pricetag.

https://www.bhphotovid​eo.com …acment_lens_foo​t_for.html

navydoc wrote in post #18788671
I got the Kirk Replacement Lens Foot for Sony FE for my 100-400. It works perfectly and I love the $80 pricetag.

https://www.bhphotovid​eo.com …acment_lens_foo​t_for.html

Gene, I almost went for that one but got the RRS one instead. They appear to be about the same. I just like RRS gear.

digital_AM wrote in post #18788676
Gene, I almost went for that one but got the RRS one instead. They appear to be about the same. I just like RRS gear.

I'm sure you're right regarding their similarity. Chevy vs Ford on likeability.

digital_AM wrote in post #18788615
Hmmmmm, this looks dark on my iPhone X. Not sure if I should open up the shadows more or not. The reflection of the trees get kind of lost.

maybe lift it a tad Alfredo just to bring the reflection back out

digital_AM wrote in post #18788676
Gene, I almost went for that one but got the RRS one instead. They appear to be about the same. I just like RRS gear.

you will be forced to own the 100-400

not a bad thing, would love to have that problem

Charlie wrote in post #18788682
you will be forced to own the 100-400

not a bad thing, would love to have that problem

Lol! Can’t afford it right now. I booked a family trip to Santa Fe for Spring Break in mid March. At least we are driving which is part of the fun.

today's t-shirt design on www.Blipshift.com made me think of Robert...

xpfloyd wrote in post #18788679
maybe lift it a tad Alfredo just to bring the reflection back out

Thank you Eddie. I will tweak it. My phone is contrasty so things look off to me compared to my PC.

Golden Gate Bridge sunset last night.

rioni wrote in post #18788336
Some older RX1R and RX1R2 pics. Have since sold both of these but I really enjoyed shooting with them. So much that I also considered a Leica Q since I love 28mm but hard to justify the price.

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Great results. I'd love to have one of the rx cameras at some point.

TRhoads wrote in post #18788316
the small one of the tree is no where near a window...not sure about the bigger version...the other two were the same client, and they were both in their office, that does not get direct sunlight...the print lab is as confused about it as I am...I am beyond embarrassed...

the discolored pieces are all metal prints, so no glass involved...I don't know how they print them...the good thing is, I am confident that they will be replaced at no charge to me or my clients...

If they are in the office, ask the cleaning staff. Sounds like a cleaner was used on them......

tmalone893 wrote in post #18788735
If they are in the office, ask the cleaning staff. Sounds like a cleaner was used on them......

good question...the folks at Bay Photo seemed to think it was an issue with the inks, or the base layer that gets put down first on the metal prints...I have not heard back from them yet.

MedicineMan4040 wrote in post #18788559
Fantastic bokeh. Mouth watering spaghetti

Thank you! My girlfriend was getting impatient waiting for me to take the shot