Recent content by James Thomas 75

@Phil V Did you get to have a look at any of the standard zooms you were researching at the show this week then, Phil?

I’ll aecond this My Monogimbal + monopod setup has been great for my longer lenses. Bit of extra cost initially; what with having to buy the replacement feet or plates. But totally worth it in the long run.

I’d also recommend trying out the other brands in person too. Back when I first started out; it was (mainly) the likes of Canon and Nikon to choose from. First thing I was told when trying them out (and something I’ll always say to anyone now) is to choose the brand which feels best in your...

I must have the wrong name or something.:D I can’t get Eversure to call me back. Even though they’ve emailed me twice with a firm time and date for doing so… I used their contact form late last week. As there’s a few things I’d like to confirm before going ahead with the cover. They replied...

Still waiting on mine funnily enough for the RF 1.4 extender I bought over Xmas. Was supposed to be on the 23rd (last Friday) but nothing as yet.

Probably not what you wanna hear, Phil.. :D But if I were you; I’d honestly give all 4 a go at the show and make your mind up that way. Having had the 28-70 until early December last year. I can vouch for it being an absolute beauty of a lens. And really should be considered (if means permit of...

Right. That may well be why I haven’t had the problem (yet) during my early mornings then. As I’ve got ours set to the 30 sec shut down to save power (although my R5 has always taken closer to 90 for some reason…) . So the EVF obviously doesn’t heat up as much in the cold. Besides 2 years ago...

Is this after being subjected to rain; or just in cool conditions? Touch wood. I’ve never had any fogging up on either my R5 or my partners R7 when being used early mornings for wildlife. I’ve always had a habit of leaving the bag open slightly when putting it away though. As I learned from...

Less drama on your trip over here this time I hope? :D

Thanks very much. Looks like I’ve got a lot more to research than I first thought. If it’s not a Gimbal; Sidekick; lens foot or plate with regards to anything Wimberley- I’m totally lost :D

Thanks for the reply. The fixed orientation did cross my mind. It’s more of a quick fix to try and tempt her into using it a bit more frequently, as it stands. I need to do some more research on this Arca Swiss type setup; as my main tripod head is a Manfrotto quick release setup; and it’d be...

Hello everyone. Basically, I’m researching for possible options to be able to hold my partner’s R7 - paired with the 100mm macro to be occasionally used on my Gitzo monopod and MH100 head. What with her interest being “limited” - I’m looking for a reasonably quick “get around” - as she’s...

I haven’t actually used it first hand with the lens you mention. But I decided to get one earlier than planned (due to the current double cashback offers) to use with my new RF 600. As I said; I haven’t got any personal experience with the combination. But the majority of the sites I read had...

Yeah, I’m with you there. I have considered getting the 100-500 in its place. But I know I’d miss the aperture on my early morning starts on a day out with it. And I’m certainly not shelling out the same amount that I just have all over again on the (alleged) RF 200-500 to put in its place…

Wildlife. Mainly small birds and stuff; but anything that moves basically :D I’ve still got the 500 II as well currently. Which I was intent on selling after; but I’m considering keeping it now for when I want to go out for the whole day and such. As the (slight) difference in length allows it...