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I just got back from a trip taking my D750+24-70+70-200mm f2.8. To be honest, i didn't mind it at all.  Granted, i didnt do any long hikes, but did a lot of walking.  I think the key is not the ...

I have read that trouble with the ver II TC + 300mm f4 AF-S combo is often caused by a chip issue within the lens itself (don't ask me specifics, electrons scare me). I am currently fighting that ...

That used to be true in the days of manual everything lenses...but I have a 70-200mm VR2 (which is very high quality) that needs to have it's focusing motor removed and replaced.

I have travelled many times with a 16-35 or 15-30mm as my primary walk around lens.  I also usually take a fast normal prime and 70-300mm (or 70-200mm). To be honest, i rarely use anything between ...

Pixel shift does not increase dynamic range. All 4 shots are taken at the same exposure and combined.  HDR, on the otherhand, is shot at different exposures and that is how HDR achieves expanded ...

Just went thru your website...man you got some great work! If you are out during dawn or dusk when light is at a premium, I think you may be cutting it close.

I like my 20TC III and 70-200mm VR2 combo, IF there is enough light to use f8 and i keep my subject near the center of the frame.

To be honest, Ricoh has not shown the ability to create a modern camera system* for a single lens mount...now people want a new mount?? How is that Ricoh going to pull that off? *System meaning not ...

I disagree with the notion that FF is becoming the most popular format in digital, and i dont think there os any data at all to support this idea. Yes, $2000 USD is a good price for full ...

Wow, you dont read and post messages while at work? Sheesh, model employee here :P

+1 For me, it isn't weight that is usually a drag, it is the volume.  If I take a lens as big as the 200-500mm somewhere, it requires special accommodations and planning. And has been mentioned ...

I wrestled with this for too long myself. I have a high energy 4 year old and even 10 stops of VR is not going to stop his constant motion.  However, I did opt for the VR version because I do like ...

I really have a soft spot for Pentax...but releasing a 50mm, 85mm and 70-200mm f4 by 2019 is not exciting anyone outside of shrinking Pentaxland. The time to have released those lenses were at the ...

I agree with you on this. It is like buying a hammer and complaing that it is taking forever to chop down your tree. There are a ton of websites out there which review gear and forums where you can ...

Thats how much B&H is selling it for...if he tried to sell it to them he would be lucky to get half of that. Major online retailers (think B&H, KEH, Adorama etc) always charge more than an ...

Honestly, i think it is probably going to be tough to sell it for a good price.  I was recently in the market for a 24-70mm. With the second generation (g2) Tamron 24-70mm selling brand new for ...

For what it's worth, I have had this lens for a couple of weeks and have taken it out to the local duck pond to play around with.
It was a sunny day, so I was able to shoot at f8 and maintain a...

Were 7,8 and 9 taken off the side of the road, US395? I drive up to tahoe on the route, so it looks familiar, wanted to confirm.  Beautiful shots!

On a full frame body the 14mm.  On a DX body, I would go with the tokina.  11mm is noticeably wider than 14mm. Have you looked at the Sigma 8-16mm? That is an awesome lens.  Of course, assuming you ...

When I shot Canon, the 135L was a lens that I always reached for. This Sigma definitely interests me.  But i am a bit leery because I had the 18-35mm f1.8, and even with the dock, it was so ...