1D X Mark II Owners Unite! Discuss & Post Photos

David Stallard wrote in post #18775242
I do on occassion with a pro media head, but quite often I only intend using the lens for an hour or so and end up staying out. . . . . always kick myself afterwards! WSBK HERE

Have done a few Zoo visits handheld as swinging the monopod around can be a bit cumbersome and for some reason people get upset when you 'accidently' hit them with it lol.

.DAVID.

Great web site. I would love to get the new lens but there's no way I can afford it. I hand-hold the 100-400 Mark 2 (on a 1DX2) for a full shinty match (2 x 45 minute halves) and do wonder if I would manage 1kg extra. I see the other people with monopods and just know they are not for me. I like being mobile and walking the sidelines.

First day out with the new camera and I'm going to like this one! Sitting still couldn't ask for a sharper focus even with an old 100-400 and with some more practice I should be able to figure out the in flight options to make the most of what I think will be a great camera.

HOSTED PHOTO
please log in to view hosted photos in full size.

HOSTED PHOTO
please log in to view hosted photos in full size.

Well, no sports just now so need to keep the muscles in condition (ie I carry the 1DX2 with 100-400 up the hills to stay fit).

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/2dMQ​veC

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/2cLw​AHW

I love the stag photo!

AnnieMacD wrote in post #18780327
Well, no sports just now so need to keep the muscles in condition (ie I carry the 1DX2 with 100-400 up the hills to stay fit).

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/2dMQ​veC Culduie Stag by Annie MacDonald, on Flickr

Much to my surprise I met this lovely couple and added them to the "People I Meet" project.

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/2cLw​AHW People I Meet - Ben and Charlotte by Annie MacDonald, on Flickr

Great clarity on these shots, and in a gorgeous setting. Keep up the good work, and exercise regimen

AnnieMacD wrote in post #18780327
Well, no sports just now so need to keep the muscles in condition (ie I carry the 1DX2 with 100-400 up the hills to stay fit).

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/2dMQ​veC Culduie Stag by Annie MacDonald, on Flickr

The stag photo is very nice.

AnnieMacD wrote in post #18785133

Gallery photo:
posted by AnnieMacD originally in forum: Transportation

Gallery photo:
posted by AnnieMacD originally in forum: Transportation

I like the top picture with the three yachts.

Was the naval ship involved?

Rod

RodS57 wrote in post #18785144
I like the top picture with the three yachts.

Was the naval ship involved?

Rod

No, the naval ship was not involved but was on exercises in the area.

Also posted in the lens section:
Hahahahahaha -

David Stallard wrote in post #18785270
Also posted in the lens section:
Hahahahahaha -

and then she said. . . .

No - just blown a seal. . .

Mwahahahahahaa - no stop. . . . hahahahahaha

snort snigger

.DAVID.

Those are wonderful.....

AnnieMacD wrote in post #18785133

Gallery photo:
posted by AnnieMacD originally in forum: Transportation

I really like this shot. Nicely done.

David Stallard wrote in post #18785270
Also posted in the lens section:
Hahahahahaha -

and then she said. . . .

No - just blown a seal. . .

Mwahahahahahaa - no stop. . . . hahahahahaha

snort snigger

.DAVID.

Wonderful series. I really enjoyed viewing it. There are definitely some humorous shots.

Lame-Duck wrote in post #18785433
Wonderful series. I really enjoyed viewing it. There are definitely some humorous shots.

Thanks guys, Just in case you are really bored and would like to see the rest - gallery is HERE and feel free to comment if you wish.

.DAVID.

I have the wireless transmitter it is awesome. It has lots of uses and features!

MatthewK wrote in post #18752029
I’m weak...

With the evolution to mirrorless and the inevitable retirement of the DSLR, the smart move would be to pass on this 1DX2. But, with gear, I’ve always been someone who uses what’s there now, versus waiting for the next best thing. Someday, sure, I’ll go mirrorless, but in this moment I’m going to thoroughly enjoy this cream of the crop 1 series body, and keep shooting what I love.

My other hesitation is: what will the 1DX2 bring to the table that my 5D4 doesn’t provide? It delivers the shots I want, no complaints, this 1 may be overkill! Probably, but I have a suspicion that it’ll deliver that last bit of performance and feature set that I didn’t know I was missing.

One thing I’m going to have to get used to is that the 1DX2 is my only DSLR without a touchscreen or wireless. Already fingerprinted up the new screen with a failed swipe haha

Kim, the 5D4 is marvelous! It’s been a stout, dependable companion, and I’m definitely keeping it until it crumbles into magnesium and plastic dust.