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Original 600mm F4 (non-IS)

Started May 14, 2021 | Discussions thread
OP lonewolf1983 Contributing Member • Posts: 654
Re: Original 600mm F4 (non-IS)

Colin46 wrote:

lonewolf1983 wrote:

Blake Cook wrote:

lonewolf1983 wrote:

After transitoning from Nikon i'm now reviewing my options for long-tele's (have a 300mm ISii) in the 500-600mm range.
A well priced original 600mm non-IS has popped up and wondered how this lens stacks up vs its more modern bretheren.
I'm aware its heavy (I only cart it from the carpark to sidelines and take the 300mm if weight is an issue) and that parts may not be available should i need to repair it.
Dont need IS as primarily shooting fast shutter for sports.
How is AF speed and IQ?
Will be paired with a 1dx/R6 combo

I would add an extender to your 300 f/2.8IS II before an antiquated and very heavy 600.

If you can tolerate f/5.6 with the 300 plus x2.0. AF is very good if you start in the ballpark of the focal length of your subject. The 300 plus x1.4 is as good as the bare lens.

Already have the 2x and while its not bad it lacks the look of a proper native long telephoto (i shot back to back with my Sigma 500mm F4 and can clearly tell the difference between the two)

There you go then, why not just buy a sigma 500mm f4 in canon mount?

Not much on the 2nd hand market and there is an unresolved issue with this lens and the R6 AF system (waiting on firmware update)
Purchasing one new, even on special would be 3x the price of the old 600mm
Will give it a shot, worst case i can on-sell it and probably get my money back

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