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Is it worth hiring one to try for yourself?

FWIW, I used/borrowed one for about a month and did not have any issues with the sharpness.

Love a lovely project, Dave (y)

It’s always a good idea to try before you buy. Everyone’s different. Personally, I was not fond of it - though it performed as intended. As you’re heading off to Africa, this article I wrote for Nikon Rumors a while ago may be of interest, as it was during my Kenya visit that I tried the Z6 III.

Been waiting for this lens for so long...

I had the pleasure of using the Z 20mm f1.8 S for over a month in Kenya (courtesy of Nikon UK) and was totally smitten by it. Well constructed, sharp and little to no distortions. Have added to my list to Santa...

As I travel frequently, I’m looking to install some security cameras, so I'm hoping for some suggestions. My criteria:- - motion-triggered and calls my phone - needn’t be super discreet, but preferably not too bulky - doesn’t require a monthly subscription - can be recorded to cloud storage of...

Not sure if it’s of any help to you, Bill, but I’ve been a lifelong Epson user. My current 10-year-old 3880 is still going strong after 3k+ photo prints. I print A4 to A2.

Does anyone know how I can do this? The connection between the two devices must be made with a cable to ensure a reliable connection at all times. TIA

I don’t think you can compare a full-frame to a M43 as the two systems are so different. The main thing is that you’ve found something that works for you. As with all systems, there’ll always be strengths and compromises; it's a question of what aspects/features are more important to you and...

Just for information, it is almost impossible to illustrate sharpness online unless the images are posted or cropped at 100%. Although I have never used the 100-400mm, the reviews suggest that it is a decent lens.

Just to add… the 600 is one of the sharpest lenses I’ve used in a while, but its use will be limited to me. I think if I shoot more small avian species, then that would be my choice of weapon. Below is a 100% crop with the 600, wide open at f4, ISO2200.

No, I didn't. Believe it or not, I prefer something shorter, for flexibility and travel. I’m hoping that they’ll bring out a 300/2.8 with a built-in 1.4, and I will travel with a 2x TC - super compact but covers a very nice range. I have also written a bit about my experience with the 600/4, here.

Another factor that plays a role is the aesthetic of an image. In the example below, the original unedited image is on the left, while the right was processed to my personal preference. To my eyes, it is more pleasing, but it may be ‘unnatural’ to others.

I wrote a mini user review a while back on the 400/2.8 here in case of interest.