It's already 2AM: 22nd Edition... Wait... how is it still 2AM?

MOkoFOko wrote in post #13632413
The new year. That's about it. One more day in paradise and it's back to the land of hellish cold and violent crime. You'd think that freezing temps would deter crime, but you'd be wrong.

Where are you?..

MOkoFOko wrote in post #13632410
If I did that I'd have to sell off my 100L and 35L I like them enough that I cannot justify that purchase. You're pretty gung-ho about the 500. Didn't you imply at one point that you have one? That thing sure looks like a heavy beast to carry. The mark2 for that lens is actually justified in its pricing, based on its reduction in weight. That's huge.

I've never owned a super telephoto since most of my shooting is UWA. I just haven't made up my mind yet. Here's my rationale. You're a wildlife/bird photographer. The 500 L is like the standard for this type of photography.

And you don't need to go into the woods to capture birds.

http://www.youtube.com​/watch?v=XmP07r-zEO4

tonyniev wrote in post #13632414
Where are you?..

Tampa, FL

I've been shooting birds, dolphins, etc. and riding waverunners each day

MOkoFOko wrote in post #13632427
Tampa, FL

I've been shooting birds, dolphins, etc. and riding waverunners each day

Nice...great beach and birds in the area.

My heart bleeds for your cold temps!

At the monster in law's the temp did get down to -22F

Snow covered freezing rain on the car. The doors were stuck shut for most of the day on Tuesday last week.

^Hi Tony! How was the new year?

Jake in CA
Don't give up on landscape photography...it takes more than skill, first a good scene, and proper timing for lights...your sunset shot over the water may not look great, maybe try it out at sunrise, with the mountains glowing under the golden hour...i was at grand teton around noon and mid afternoon under a hazy sky, there was no way to shoot the scene well, but I was lazy, actually with many guests, and did not come back for better lighting and seeing conditions

jdizzle wrote in post #13632424
I've never owned a super telephoto since most of my shooting is UWA. I just haven't made up my mind yet. Here's my rationale. You're a wildlife/bird photographer. The 500 L is like the standard for this type of photography.

And you don't need to go into the woods to capture birds.

http://www.youtube.com​/watch?v=XmP07r-zEO4

If I get another opportunity at a "cheap" 500L, I may do so--can't afford to indulge myself otherwise--I'd be left with a barebones 16-35L and one other lens. I'm definitely loving fast primes for general shooting--especially at night. Took the 35L out last night for the fireworks. Fantastic handhelds.

I've been thinking about getting a better beamer for birding/wildlife, but I imagine I'd only get one good shot before they bolt. That bird sure did take off quick after that flash.

jdizzle wrote in post #13632444
^Hi Tony! How was the new year?

Easy, decided to enjoy at home with Moet Chandon bubblies,scottish smoke salmon and russian beluga caviar.

Harm wrote in post #13632436
My heart bleeds for your cold temps!

At the monster in law's the temp did get down to -22F

Snow covered freezing rain on the car. The doors were stuck shut for most of the day on Tuesday last week.

Where at? Looks like cold weather is finally on the way in Michigan.

Northern NY. Not far from Ottawa and Montreal.

Harm wrote in post #13632478
Northern NY. Not far from Ottawa and Montreal.

Yeah, I hear you guys on the east coast are about to get hit by some serious cold weather. On Tuesday it's going to be a high of 57F here--it's bee in the 70s the last week

MOkoFOko wrote in post #13632450
If I get another opportunity at a "cheap" 500L, I may do so--can't afford to indulge myself otherwise--I'd be left with a barebones 16-35L and one other lens. I'm definitely loving fast primes for general shooting--especially at night. Took the 35L out last night for the fireworks. Fantastic handhelds.

I've been thinking about getting a better beamer for birding/wildlife, but I imagine I'd only get one good shot before they bolt. That bird sure did take off quick after that flash.

Check this out. The guy is using a Better Beamer but, he's able to use his flash continuously in sync with the camera. Do you know what he's using to get such a fast refresh rate? Go to 5:19-5:20.

http://www.youtube.com …qzas2SrGE&featu​re=related

tonyniev wrote in post #13632454
Easy, decided to enjoy at home with Moet Chandon bubblies,scottish smoke salmon and russian beluga caviar.

Just you and the wifey?

tonyniev wrote in post #13632454
Easy, decided to enjoy at home with Moet Chandon bubblies,scottish smoke salmon and russian beluga caviar.

Mmmmm, Scottish smoked salmon....love it when it is nice and fresh. I grew up 30 mins south of the Scottish Border. Cannot beat it.

We had some Moët last night too

MOkoFOko wrote in post #13632481
Yeah, I hear you guys on the east coast are about to get hit by some serious cold weather. On Tuesday it's going to be a high of 57F here--it's bee in the 70s the last week

Wed morning low is supposed to be 8F