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Nikon has spoken, apc is consumer oriented (I sure hope not), Sony needs competition or they will slack off.

Another tip is to stop down, the AF doesn't have to work as hard to keep the bird in focus.

The 850/900 got a upgrade to use the 500f4; I'm assuming the protocols for the new 300 and 70/400 are the same.

Not mine, but here is the ebay listing.  They don't come up very often. http://www.ebay.com/itm/151056128216

Probably has to do with the reds being much more active than the Pacific (aggressive also).  Fishing on the Deschutes last week, I came across 4 pacifics, all still pretty cold and lethargic.

Fun shots...I have only witnessed this with red diamond backs..back in my younger days when we would go out and milk em.

nice shots... I like the SLs all lined up.  I believe your black birds are common murres and pigeon guillemots.  Mike

The boke  can be busy compared to my 300 2.8, but what isn't?  The 70/400 can't be beaten for 400.  A wildlife lens uses the zoom for getting to 400.  The ovf is better for birds in flight because...

I'm sure you just took the photos, but is this a vampire wedding?

Nice shooting Ed, that shrew is a real find in the daylight.

maybe in the nikon camp, but not compared to the sony 70/400 according to dxo

Owning the super sharp Sony; I think Nikon shooters will be very happy with the new 80/400. It measures up nicely. I still have a problem with dxo testing data though.

The only downside for Sony shooters is a brand dilution.  Sony has had a problem defining a product, sticking with it, and improving upon it.  Using Tamron (sony largest shareholder), in house...

http://www.sonyalpharumors.com/ Do you folks think that the cooperation in lens making and camera production will be a net gain for both parties or is it bound to favor one or the other?

horned lark?

Centoid made a lens attachment that he could stick in the water and get good shots; you may try to search for the thread.

The best kind of snapshots, I am sure you are proud of her and your wallet may be a lot lighter.

Thanks for your input guys, For the price, I decided to give it a try.

Anyone have experience with this SW, pro and cons?  I notice it is $49 at Amazon.  I am looking to move from CS5 and start learning a new program.