| Review of: SMC Pentax-FA* 600mm F4 ED [IF] by CertEdFriday on Tue December 2, 2008 | Rating: 9 | View more reviews | |
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| I have had this lens for nearly a year now and just need more time to get out and use it! An expensive buy maybe, but that aside, it is a great lens. Initial problems were finding a tripod, a head and a suitable bag to transport it in.
A Benbow tripod solved the stability/weight problem, topped with a Wimberley Mk2 head. As I am sure everyone is aware, the Wimberley is a great piece of kit in it's own right. Despite it's weight, the lens just floats when mounted on the Wimberley head. Rather than drag the metal case around to protect the lens, I invested in a Kinesis cordura nylon long lens case with belt and shoulder harness. The bag allows me to transport the lens with camera body attached (K10D) and not risk damage to the paint finish.
Both Wimberley and Kinesis were great by the way with regards to advice with requirements for this lens, even though neither company listed the lens in their brochures at the time. A plus was the purchase of the drop in polarising filter to further enhance the capabilities of this lens.:D
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| Review of: SMC Pentax Reflex 2000mm F13.5 by CertEdFriday on Tue May 13, 2008 | Rating: 8 | View more reviews | |
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Lunar shots are a breeze! Just need the time to get out and use this lens more. Now the summer is finally here this week, I might venture out and take some wildlife photos
Rare to find these days - especially complete with ally case!:cool:
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| Review of: SMC Pentax-F* 600mm F4 ED [IF] by CertEdFriday on Tue May 13, 2008 | Rating: 10 | View more reviews | |
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I would rate this lens as a 10, when used with the wimberley head Mk2 and Kinetic carrying system.
The Wimberly, not cheap, but if I have spent a hefty amount on a lens well another $400 for the head and a mounting plate etc are worth it.
On the issue of weight, after much searching I found the Kinetic Gear sight. What a revelation. Very helpful communications, fast delivery and excellent quality. So now I am able to carry the lens + K10D body fitted, in complete safety.
Visit the Kinetic site, well worth the look, not just for a suitable carry system for you Valuable lens but tons of other useful stuff...:D
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