Best lens I have ever used.
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garyknrd wrote:
I traded the IS 500 for this one plus the extra money? ouch!!
But it was worth it for me. The weight savings is worth it for me. It is extremely sharp right out of the gate. F4.0 is tack sharp. I use it with the Mark IV and before that the 7D. Excellent results with both cameras. the AF on the Mark IV makes this lens shine IMO.
I debated between this and the 600 and decided this one was the one for me. At 60 now I do not want to lug around all the extra weight.
The only negitive I have is the weight is not centered properly. When holding it by the handle or foot. I have replaced the foot with a RRS foot.
Hundreds of shots with it at: www.flickr.com/photos/avianphotos
Or my web site: www.birdsthatfart.com
well, i just ordered the 600mm f4 II to complement my new 300mm f2.8 II and i am very excited to put it to good use i do have the 1dmk4 but i also ordered the 1Dx to have a FF camera. now, i am set to retire i thought about getting the 500mm f4II but it suffers from not having enough reach, although the lighter weight of it is nice. my biceps are pretty strong at the age of 61 so i am not concerned about extra weight that much congrats on your new lens, enjoy.
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