300mm plus Lens Club: discuss your long lenses

**luftfluss** · 10-08-2019, 09:35 PM - **13 Likes**

This evening's moon

K 135-600 + A 2x-L

**Des** · 10-08-2019, 09:46 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by riseform

These shots were set up with a pre focus just off to the side of an active feeder. I had my daughter hold a broom in the air about where I figured they'd be coming in and I focused on that plane. It was then just a matter of waiting for the correct afternoon light (I did use fill flash on some) and hitting the shutter as the speedy little devils entered the zone. I had more misses than hits.

Great when a well-thought-out plan like that comes to fruition. Outstanding images.

pentaxfall · 10-09-2019, 05:34 AM

Originally posted by Des

Magnificent set of images. What an exceptional experience. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks Des.

---------- Post added 10-09-19 at 06:36 AM ----------

Originally posted by str8talk83

Great set!

Thanks str8talk83 :-)

**MossyRocks** · 10-09-2019, 06:48 AM

Originally posted by luftfluss

This evening's moon

K 135-600 + A 2x-L

That is a nice moon shot and show why not shooting it when it is full gives some nice texture to it.

**luftfluss** · 10-09-2019, 11:49 AM

Originally posted by MossyRocks

That is a nice moon shot and show why not shooting it when it is full gives some nice texture to it.

Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it.

**MossyRocks** · 10-09-2019, 12:23 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by luftfluss

Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it.

Size makes up for a lot of other shortcomings. I shot the moon with a MTO 1000mm f/10 with a a 2x converter a while back and I know I missed the focus because there was just so damn much shake on the tripod I was using which was not sized appropriately but even given that it is surprisingly detailed even if not sharp. Then lets add in the shake from the shot and I'm surprised it actually isn't worse. I should probably post it here too as 2000mm is above 300mm so why not:

2000mm f/20 shot of the moon (MTO 1000mm f/10 plus a 2x converter)

After creating a heavier sturdier tripod I did go and shoot jupiter at 2000mm with that lens and teleconverter. You can tell there is a great red spot and some strips but that is about it. You really need some big lenses to effectively image the planets.

dbs · 10-09-2019, 08:30 PM

Hi Mossy

Turned out ok .
A bit of intrigue as what s over there never hurt anyone.

Dave

siva.ss.kumar · 10-09-2019, 09:22 PM

Originally posted by riseform

Appreciate the kind comments on the nuthatch photo.
scc, all the data can be seen in the Flickr link.
These shots were set up with a pre focus just off to the side of an active feeder. I had my daughter hold a broom in the air about where I figured they'd be coming in and I focused on that plane. It was then just a matter of waiting for the correct afternoon light (I did use fill flash on some) and hitting the shutter as the speedy little devils entered the zone. I had more misses than hits.

Here's a mountain chickadee, also K1 and DA 560.

Spectacular. Who said Pentax can't do BIF.

redpit · 10-09-2019, 10:05 PM - **6 Likes**

Originally posted by luftfluss

This evening's moon K 135-600 + A 2x-L

Really beautiful shot!

Originally posted by luftfluss

Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it.

That is true! Here is another such example from me (bad post processing but it's OK!

)

str8talk83 · 10-10-2019, 05:38 AM - **19 Likes**

Ducatigaz · 10-10-2019, 07:47 AM - **18 Likes**

sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS.

Jome · 10-10-2019, 08:07 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Ducatigaz

sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS.

Hello Gary, Could I have please a 100% crop from one of these

to help me in my quest for long lens?
J.

**swip** · 10-10-2019, 09:13 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Ducatigaz

sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS.

Beautiful shots of a beautiful bird. Not your pigeon I hope.

---------- Post added 10-10-19 at 12:15 PM ----------

Originally posted by str8talk83

Nice collection.

**luftfluss** · 10-10-2019, 10:33 AM

Originally posted by MossyRocks

Size makes up for a lot of other shortcomings. I shot the moon with a MTO 1000mm f/10 with a a 2x converter a while back and I know I missed the focus because there was just so damn much shake on the tripod I was using which was not sized appropriately but even given that it is surprisingly detailed even if not sharp. Then lets add in the shake from the shot and I'm surprised it actually isn't worse. I should probably post it here too as 2000mm is above 300mm so why not:

2000mm f/20 shot of the moon (MTO 1000mm f/10 plus a 2x converter)

After creating a heavier sturdier tripod I did go and shoot jupiter at 2000mm with that lens and teleconverter. You can tell there is a great red spot and some strips but that is about it. You really need some big lenses to effectively image the planets.

Yes, my tripod is definitely not up to the task of pointing upwards and slowish shutter speeds. I actually have better results opening a window, rolling up a towel, and resting the lens on it.

Another challenge is to process the image in such a way that detail is evident but doesn't look too bizarre.

**alfa75ts** · 10-10-2019, 12:42 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Jome

Hello Gary, Could I have please a 100% crop from one of these

I second that, #1 or 4# of the head/beak.

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10-08-2019, 09:35 PM - 13 Likes	#31771
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,673	This evening's moon K 135-600 + A 2x-L

10-08-2019, 09:46 PM - 1 Like	#31772
Des Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Victoria Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 6,015	Originally posted by riseform These shots were set up with a pre focus just off to the side of an active feeder. I had my daughter hold a broom in the air about where I figured they'd be coming in and I focused on that plane. It was then just a matter of waiting for the correct afternoon light (I did use fill flash on some) and hitting the shutter as the speedy little devils entered the zone. I had more misses than hits. Great when a well-thought-out plan like that comes to fruition. Outstanding images.

10-09-2019, 05:34 AM	#31773
pentaxfall Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bangalore, India Posts: 581	Originally posted by Des Magnificent set of images. What an exceptional experience. Thanks for sharing. Thanks Des. ---------- Post added 10-09-19 at 06:36 AM ---------- Originally posted by str8talk83 Great set! Thanks str8talk83 :-)

10-09-2019, 06:48 AM	#31774
MossyRocks Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,790	Originally posted by luftfluss This evening's moon K 135-600 + A 2x-L That is a nice moon shot and show why not shooting it when it is full gives some nice texture to it.

10-09-2019, 11:49 AM	#31775
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,673	Originally posted by MossyRocks That is a nice moon shot and show why not shooting it when it is full gives some nice texture to it. Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it.

10-09-2019, 12:23 PM - 4 Likes	#31776
MossyRocks Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,790	Originally posted by luftfluss Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it. Size makes up for a lot of other shortcomings. I shot the moon with a MTO 1000mm f/10 with a a 2x converter a while back and I know I missed the focus because there was just so damn much shake on the tripod I was using which was not sized appropriately but even given that it is surprisingly detailed even if not sharp. Then lets add in the shake from the shot and I'm surprised it actually isn't worse. I should probably post it here too as 2000mm is above 300mm so why not: 2000mm f/20 shot of the moon (MTO 1000mm f/10 plus a 2x converter) After creating a heavier sturdier tripod I did go and shoot jupiter at 2000mm with that lens and teleconverter. You can tell there is a great red spot and some strips but that is about it. You really need some big lenses to effectively image the planets.

10-09-2019, 08:30 PM	#31777
dbs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Clare Valley S A Photos: Albums Posts: 7,106	Hi Mossy Turned out ok . A bit of intrigue as what s over there never hurt anyone. Dave

10-09-2019, 09:22 PM	#31778
siva.ss.kumar Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chennai, India Photos: Albums Posts: 532	Originally posted by riseform Appreciate the kind comments on the nuthatch photo. scc, all the data can be seen in the Flickr link. These shots were set up with a pre focus just off to the side of an active feeder. I had my daughter hold a broom in the air about where I figured they'd be coming in and I focused on that plane. It was then just a matter of waiting for the correct afternoon light (I did use fill flash on some) and hitting the shutter as the speedy little devils entered the zone. I had more misses than hits. Here's a mountain chickadee, also K1 and DA 560. Spectacular. Who said Pentax can't do BIF.

10-09-2019, 10:05 PM - 6 Likes	#31779
redpit Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Greece Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,822	Originally posted by luftfluss This evening's moon K 135-600 + A 2x-L Really beautiful shot! Originally posted by luftfluss Thank you. It's not a particularly sharp combo, but there's just so much magnification that you can make something of it. That is true! Here is another such example from me (bad post processing but it's OK! )

10-10-2019, 05:38 AM - 19 Likes	#31780
str8talk83 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Bluffton, SC Photos: Albums Posts: 671

10-10-2019, 07:47 AM - 18 Likes	#31781
Ducatigaz Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Blunsdon,Wiltshire, UK Posts: 1,439	sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS.

10-10-2019, 08:07 AM - 1 Like	#31782
Jome Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2016 Photos: Albums Posts: 767	Originally posted by Ducatigaz sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS. Hello Gary, Could I have please a 100% crop from one of these to help me in my quest for long lens? J.

10-10-2019, 09:13 AM - 2 Likes	#31783
swip Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,476	Originally posted by Ducatigaz sparrowhawk feeding on a Pigeon in my garden. K-3ii/FA*600mm F4 ED {IF]/Gitzo 5532LS. Beautiful shots of a beautiful bird. Not your pigeon I hope. ---------- Post added 10-10-19 at 12:15 PM ---------- Originally posted by str8talk83 Nice collection.

10-10-2019, 10:33 AM	#31784
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,673	Originally posted by MossyRocks Size makes up for a lot of other shortcomings. I shot the moon with a MTO 1000mm f/10 with a a 2x converter a while back and I know I missed the focus because there was just so damn much shake on the tripod I was using which was not sized appropriately but even given that it is surprisingly detailed even if not sharp. Then lets add in the shake from the shot and I'm surprised it actually isn't worse. I should probably post it here too as 2000mm is above 300mm so why not: 2000mm f/20 shot of the moon (MTO 1000mm f/10 plus a 2x converter) After creating a heavier sturdier tripod I did go and shoot jupiter at 2000mm with that lens and teleconverter. You can tell there is a great red spot and some strips but that is about it. You really need some big lenses to effectively image the planets. Yes, my tripod is definitely not up to the task of pointing upwards and slowish shutter speeds. I actually have better results opening a window, rolling up a towel, and resting the lens on it. Another challenge is to process the image in such a way that detail is evident but doesn't look too bizarre.

10-10-2019, 12:42 PM - 1 Like	#31785
alfa75ts Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Melbourne Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 1,356	Originally posted by Jome Hello Gary, Could I have please a 100% crop from one of these I second that, #1 or 4# of the head/beak.

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