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Best lens I have ever used.

Started Apr 28, 2013 | User reviews thread
garyknrd
OP garyknrd Contributing Member • Posts: 810
Re: Best lens I have ever used.

Sorry I have been out shooting..

I only upgraded to the Mark IV after I bought the new lens. Before that I was using the 7D. So not much help for you there. I know with the Mark IV my keeper rate has at least doubled. BIF is a no brain er ( very easy ) AF spot for the little birds is very good. With the 7D I had a lot of Out of focus shots. Not with the IV. The more I use that camera the more I like it. I also have the 300 II and with the 7D it was a very undependable lens with and without a T.C. With the Mark IV it is my second favorite lens. Perfect AF and light. The 500 is the sharpest I think, and the best all rounder. But the new 300 II is running a close second. IMO.

Thanks for the compliments on the web site. A great hobby. And for me a lot of fun. I stay busy in retirement everyday. And I  make it fun. Traveling and photography is a great life. I up date my site regularly with the birds and locations. I have been in Thailand for 8 months now this hop. Beautiful parks and exotic birds.

My lens is back heavy. Towards the camera body. I finally put an extension on the foot so I can move my hand back when I carry the lens.

Have I left any droppings?  LOL I will remember that. Made me laugh and a great line.

Gary

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 garyknrd's gear list:garyknrd's gear list
Canon EOS 7D Canon EOS 7D Mark II Canon EF 500mm f/4.0L IS II USM Canon EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM Canon EF 400mm F4 DO IS II USM
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