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Original 600mm F4 (non-IS)

Started May 14, 2021 | Discussions thread
dgumshu
dgumshu Veteran Member • Posts: 4,623
Re: Original 600mm F4 (non-IS)
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John Crowe wrote:

In my opinion any lens over 5 pounds should be on a monopod or tripod, so whether it is 6 lbs or 12 lbs becomes mute.

Except when you’re transporting or traveling with it.  Weight/size then becomes very relevant.

5lbs may be your limit, but a 6.5lb lens is still very hand holdable.  All depends on your personal preference.

I'd rather have the best lens that I can afford and put up with the weight.

best wishes with your selection and budget is certainly a deciding factor.

Supertelephoto lenses are not typically lenses that one uses the most from their arsenal and are used on a more strategic basis, taking size and weight into account.

That depends on your interests.  For the average landscape/portrait shooter, that may be true.  Not so much for the Wildlife shooter.  Super tele’s are what I use most... 400 F4 to 600 F4; 500 F4 being the most used and all with extenders.

Size/weight makes a big difference when traveling with gear.... especially when you’re forced to remove gear from a carry-on in order to meet (small plane) weight limitations.  Or having to remove gear as your carry-on will be gate checked and tossed 6 feet crashing down onto a conveyor... ouch.  A recent experience.

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