I bought the big white a year ago almost to the day. What a phenomenal lens. So sharp. So practical in every way. Short minimum focus distance. Very light compared to the big primes. And perfectly balanced. And the built in TC is the icing on the cake. It was a massive investment for me. The most I’ve ever spent on camera gear. But it’s made me so happy and bought so much enjoyment to the hobby and that’s money well spent as far as I’m concerned 👍
You got me into OM-System, Lee. Having 150-400 for myself and the 300 f4 for my wife. Both on the OM-1 mark ii. You’re the best..together with Rob Trek👍😀
Hi Lee. Great video, mate. I really enjoy listening to someone whom is a straight shooter and shoots from the hip. Well done, I'm looking forward to more content from you. Cheers.
Hello I've got the 300 f4 and absolutely love it. Objectively you are correct that the versatility of a zoom is a huge bonus, but I find I like the fixed length. Most of what I love to shoot is small birds so generally I don't want to zoom out (in sometimes but that's what the 1.4 converter is for if my light is good) and the changes I do want for framing just force me to practice and get better at field craft (something I really like trying to get better at). Its certainly awkward on the rare occasions I want to shoot larger animals, but that forces me to be creative and do things like facial portraits of buffalo I might not have done otherwise. And the lack of zoom leaves it crazy light and mobile for it's quality, I go hiking for hours with it on a shoulder strap with no complaints. So at least for an enthusiastic amateur like myself the 300 is a great proposition. I find the lightweight joy of using it gets me out into the field more than enough extra times to outweigh the shots I sometimes miss due to loss of versatility. Anyway just my two cents. I love your content and your videos were a big part of what got me to pick OM System when I upgraded from a beginner setup of a Nikon d3300 with a 100-300 lens. I couldn't be happier with the choice - OM has everything I wanted when upgrading that the full frame systems that most people talk about just lack (mainly light weight and reasonable prices). So thanks much for the content!
Your comments about the 300mm are SPOT ON! It is a damn fine piece of glass. I see more people who buy the 150-400 struggle to let go of the 300mm than anything else! Thanks for sharing all that, readers of the comments will learn from that!
Hi Lee Great info, as usual. At 75 i find that i am using a monopod with the 100 to 400 and it works great. Many times I will have the camera up for an extended amount of time waiting for the animal to cooperate and monopod is a lifesaver. Thanks for the info. And have a great Christmas. Got to tell you, your videos cost me money. Just got photo mechanic.
EXACTLY, use the monopod to improve your photography when needed! I hate seeing photographers who refuse to use aids because it is inconvenient but as a result their images suffer! I may be cheap, but my ideas aren't! ;) Merry Christmas George!
Great video and I mostly agree with you. I am currently in Florida and I have the 150-500/4.5 for my main wildlife lens. I have the 300/4.0 packed for a backup. Merry Christmas.
Those are great choices for Florida wildlife photography, especially with the 150-500 as your main lens. Happy holidays to you! I love shooting in Florida for birds in flight! Isn't it nice to have the 300mm as a BACKUP! Me too!
Hi Lee. Great video. I already have the 40-150 and have had my 150-400 for a month or so which I purchased via OM cert refurbished and saved $1500 plus 2 year warranty. I’m going to Australia with my wife on vacation not a wildlife specific trip but your video help me confirm that I will bring my big white & 40-150 along with my 12-40 pro 2 or 7-14. Thank you!!!!
Some very good information. I was in Alaska and a fellow let me try the 150-400. It was very sharp. I shot on both the OM-1 body and the 1x body. That 1x was as if made for it so well balanced I am saving up for one. I am in north Texas and plan on shooting the sandhill cranes in New Mexico soon. At 68 I like the smaller and lighter. I find your videos very informative and helpful.
hi Lee I completely agree with the content of your words. it's about business knowledge and what you do. Without that, you cannot take good, story-telling photos with even the most beautiful and expensive full frame system. with kind regards from the Netherlands❤
Great info - as usual Lee. I'm almost 70 (so VERY old according to your comments) and have the 150-600 which is a great lens for me due to budget and the need for a zoom with wildlife. There are many times, exp when on a nature reserve here in the UK, that fieldcraft is limited by being in a hide. Yes, it's weighty but I'm coping with it. As you say, the Big White Lens is costly but superior in many ways HOWEVER I don't really want a divorce at my age. Keep up the inspirational and encouraging work - your info has definitely helped me. Thanks
Hahahaha, no, no divorce needed! Well, when shooting from a blind that is a part of fieldcraft by using water and/or food, etc. to bring the subject to you! Thanks for watching and glad you enjoy it!
Just subscribed, you confirmed exactly my feelings. Wife has let me pick a new lens for Xmas, I tried the 150-600 and I just didn't like it at all, it felt unbalanced and very heavy compared to the Sigma 150-600 on a Nikon. Fortunately I could send it back and got or will have on Xmas day a brand new 150-400. I have given it a test run and I'm super impressed with it.
Hi Lee: Another candid and instructive video. If you don’t mind me adding a suggestion, I shoot regularly with the 150-400 1.25TC lens and have found that a $6.00 after market plastic snap on lens cap is more versatile and at least as protective as the cloth lens cap supplied with the lens. Have a wonderful holiday season. PJI
Paul, forget that cheap lens cap. They aren't deep enough to work well with gloves, I got a 3D printed lens cap from Zemlin (www.zemlinphoto.com/product/v2-lens-cap-for-olympus-m-zuiko-150-400mm-f4-5-tc1-25x-is-pro/500?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=113) and I LOVE IT! Hope helps!
Hi Lee great info again made me feel more happy in my expensive purchase of the 150-400 , you mentioned your skin on the 150-400 lens how easy are they to put on .
Hey Lee, great video and mirrors many of my recent thought processes about an upgrade. I just recently upgraded from the 100-400 to 150-400. Amazing difference in capability. I did look at the 150-600 and there is one point I'd like to add. That is, whilst the weight difference between the 150-600 and 150-400 is not huge, the 150-600 feels (to me at least) A LOT heavier than the 150-400. I think that is because it is not nearly as well balanced. But also the extending zoom just aggravates the poor balance. Quick question though, where did you get the camo cover for the 150-400 from please? Plus why choose having a lens sleeve/cover over 'naked lens'? I have been wondering about getting a lens sleeve (cover? or whatever they are called) but not sure....Perhaps that is an idea for a video?
Reminder that the MC-14 1.4x teleconverter exists. That gives you about a 100-400mm f/4 full frame zoom equivalent (56-210mm) with the 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO. I don't have the MC-20 yet, but it's on my wish list. I think this lens with either or both of the MC teleconverters is the best bang for the buck.
Yes, I own it, but with just a 1.4 I don't think you really are set up well for birds! I only used the 2.0 as I wanted the reach! But both give great image quality! Thanks for watching!
Another very insightful video Lee. I really like your no-nonsense and straight to the point style of reviews and thoughts. You do suggest getting a battery grip to the camera body for a better balance with the long telescopic lenses. I have both OM-1 Mark I and II bodies and the 150-400mm 1.25TC lens. I have been thinking of getting a battery grip myself but I have tried but can not find a L-plate to go with it and that's putting me off from buying the grip. Do you have a L-plate attached to your battery grip or do you take the grip off whenever you need to get the L-plate of for your camera body? Thanks
Thank you for watching and commenting! I never put an L plate on a body I use for wildlife. Just a very small arca swiss plate in case I ever put a lens on that body that doesn't have a lens foot. You never want to connect a strap or tripod to the body with a big lens on it. Why would you need? Hope that helps.
@@leehoyphotography Thanks for replying. I was asking for those situations where I am shooting both wildlife and landscapes but I get your point. Also, I'm ordering that 3-D printed lens cap you mention in another comment below. Great suggestion!
I’m just over a week with my OM1-mkii and glad I made the switch from Sony full frame. Mostly shoot landscape and macro but I’m thinking about birding. I have the 40-150 pro and will be adding the 2x before too long. What little I’ve tried convinces me that I need to practice the field craft. What can you recommend for learning the field craft? Trial and error works, but isn’t real efficient on its own. I live in central Ohio, so not much in the way of birds around at the moment, but enough to practice on. BTW, your channel is one of a few I relied on for good information while I was researching what I wanted to switch to. Thanks!
Great video again! I wonder what you think about the 40-150 f2,8 for filming video, or which lens would you recommend for that? I would like to try video too. I am saving up for the 150-400 :)
I would happily use ANY of the pro lenses for video! Are you familiar with the 180 rule for cinematic video? Do you have a neutral density filter to use to keep that shutter speed low? The 150-400 is the BOMB! If you buy through my website, I will give you an hour free online class! Same price as elsewhere but no one else will do a free one hour class!
Great video again Lee. I have both the 40-150 and the 150-400. Having had the Sigma 150-600 Sport when ~I shot Nikon I tot take your point about the external zoom. But I love the 150-400 and will never get rid of it.
@@leehoyphotography Thanks for answering! I have a ND filter and am just learning about video. I am saving up for the 150-400 and looking forward to use it also for video from time to time.
Hello Lee. Looking to ramp up my photography after dabbling for years. Do you have any experience or anecdotal knowledge of the official Olympus refurbished lens?
I would have zero concerns about purchasing any of the refurb bodies or lenses!! Just an FYI, if you buy $2500 or more of gear through my website, you get a free one-hour online class with me! Same price as buying elsewhere! What are you looking to acquire? What genres of photography do you enjoy?
@ I was considering the 40-150 f2.8. I already have the converter so I thought this would be a good option since I can’t even begin to afford the beast (drooling). Unfortunately I bought the 100-400 a couple years back thinking more is better, oh well. Would love to go on one of your adventures someday, but again, affordability right now. Wildlife is my love, landscape goes along with it. Macro is pretty cool too, goes with my critter love. Also interested in learning about night sky but Atlanta is not the best place for practice. Heading to Florida for the holidays and it won’t be beach weather so hoping to get some practice in for all of the above. Thank you for the prompt reply! Will use your links for buying, I’ve just found your videos. Love your content! For some reason I trust what you say, love the no bullshit and I don’t give a damn what anybody thinks attitude, it’s a breath of fresh air these days. Keep it up!
@@moxierower1806 No, Atlanta is NOT good for night sky! Hahaha! Thanks for picking up on my approach! Not everyone loves it, but it is who I am! Hope you can join me on an OM System workshop some day! Thanks for watching!
I agree re: Cert Refurb!!! I purchased the 150-400 off OM site that’s now on eBay and have their 90 day warranty plus includes an Allstate 2 year warranty. I received it and it’s perfectly brand new and I love it. Saved $1500 NIC the value of then warranty.
Hey Lee, I totally love your tubes and information……but please don’t be sexist and only say older ladies get weaker….I’m sorry not sorry, some older men are a bit weaker too. Just sayin. 🤓💪
Oh, not being sexist and that is very true, I may have just not mentioned it. I have many clients of all ages that struggle with their gear. I would say physicality is one of the biggest obstacles for most photographers I see in the field!
Yes so true I agree, but when explaining the holding of the long lens... Only mentioned "women" in your comments... BTW... Just got back from the gym so when I do go on a workshop with you 💪 💪💪💪. Still love you..
Hey Roy, hope your last trip was a great one. I haven't completely finished watching video yet but thought I'd ask the question before it vacates my memory. As regards the 100-400 F5-6.3, what settings do you recommend in camera for it? That is do you give LENS PRIORTY ON or OFF (forgive me I am many miles from my kit at the moment due to my father being taken unwell, so can't remember the correct menu wording)? Just wondered what your thoughts would be on it. I have tried both but am still struggling to maintain and continuity of focus. I know I shouldn't extend to the full zoom length as it;s best around 379mm or lower. If you have any advice I would be grateful. I have used it handheld and on monopod as I am one of those bods you are talking of, not too elderly but some days do feel like it!
You want that OFF, for all the other AF settings that would be a HUGE list! I shoot with my zoom lens (150-400) fully extended at least 95% of the time. Being extended doesn't affect AF performance, it may affect someone's ability to pick up a bird or subject. I would say, what is yoru typical shutter speed, the majority of issues I see using this lens relates to people using shutter speeds that are too slow!
@@leehoyphotography hey thanks Lee, I will crank up my shutter speed, I do change it depending on circumstances but was worried about noise, but now thanks to your previous advise I managed to get the DXO software so I can stop worrying about it. Happy Christmas and festive season to you and all your family.
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I bought the big white a year ago almost to the day. What a phenomenal lens. So sharp. So practical in every way. Short minimum focus distance. Very light compared to the big primes. And perfectly balanced. And the built in TC is the icing on the cake.
It was a massive investment for me. The most I’ve ever spent on camera gear. But it’s made me so happy and bought so much enjoyment to the hobby and that’s money well spent as far as I’m concerned 👍
It is an amazing lens and the money is no small amount but the reward is so much more! Thanks for sharing Rich and watching!
You got me into OM-System, Lee. Having 150-400 for myself and the 300 f4 for my wife. Both on the OM-1 mark ii. You’re the best..together with Rob Trek👍😀
Man, thank you for those awesome words! Much appreciated!
Hi Lee. Great video, mate. I really enjoy listening to someone whom is a straight shooter and shoots from the hip. Well done, I'm looking forward to more content from you. Cheers.
Hello
I've got the 300 f4 and absolutely love it. Objectively you are correct that the versatility of a zoom is a huge bonus, but I find I like the fixed length. Most of what I love to shoot is small birds so generally I don't want to zoom out (in sometimes but that's what the 1.4 converter is for if my light is good) and the changes I do want for framing just force me to practice and get better at field craft (something I really like trying to get better at). Its certainly awkward on the rare occasions I want to shoot larger animals, but that forces me to be creative and do things like facial portraits of buffalo I might not have done otherwise. And the lack of zoom leaves it crazy light and mobile for it's quality, I go hiking for hours with it on a shoulder strap with no complaints. So at least for an enthusiastic amateur like myself the 300 is a great proposition. I find the lightweight joy of using it gets me out into the field more than enough extra times to outweigh the shots I sometimes miss due to loss of versatility.
Anyway just my two cents. I love your content and your videos were a big part of what got me to pick OM System when I upgraded from a beginner setup of a Nikon d3300 with a 100-300 lens. I couldn't be happier with the choice - OM has everything I wanted when upgrading that the full frame systems that most people talk about just lack (mainly light weight and reasonable prices). So thanks much for the content!
Your comments about the 300mm are SPOT ON! It is a damn fine piece of glass. I see more people who buy the 150-400 struggle to let go of the 300mm than anything else! Thanks for sharing all that, readers of the comments will learn from that!
Hi Lee
Great info, as usual. At 75 i find that i am using a monopod with the 100 to 400 and it works great. Many times I will have the camera up for an extended amount of time waiting for the animal to cooperate and monopod is a lifesaver. Thanks for the info. And have a great Christmas. Got to tell you, your videos cost me money. Just got photo mechanic.
EXACTLY, use the monopod to improve your photography when needed! I hate seeing photographers who refuse to use aids because it is inconvenient but as a result their images suffer! I may be cheap, but my ideas aren't! ;) Merry Christmas George!
Great video and I mostly agree with you. I am currently in Florida and I have the 150-500/4.5 for my main wildlife lens. I have the 300/4.0 packed for a backup.
Merry Christmas.
Those are great choices for Florida wildlife photography, especially with the 150-500 as your main lens. Happy holidays to you! I love shooting in Florida for birds in flight! Isn't it nice to have the 300mm as a BACKUP! Me too!
@leehoyphotography I am happy with my camera gear and it is serving me well. Merry Christmas.
Thanks Lee. I appreciate your upfront opinions.🎉🎉🎉
You bet Peter, I thank you for sharing that with me!
Hi Lee. Great video. I already have the 40-150 and have had my 150-400 for a month or so which I purchased via OM cert refurbished and saved $1500 plus 2 year warranty. I’m going to Australia with my wife on vacation not a wildlife specific trip but your video help me confirm that I will bring my big white & 40-150 along with my 12-40 pro 2 or 7-14.
Thank you!!!!
Some very good information. I was in Alaska and a fellow let me try the 150-400. It was very sharp. I shot on both the OM-1 body and the 1x body. That 1x was as if made for it so well balanced I am saving up for one.
I am in north Texas and plan on shooting the sandhill cranes in New Mexico soon. At 68 I like the smaller and lighter.
I find your videos very informative and helpful.
hi Lee
I completely agree with the content of your words. it's about business knowledge and what you do. Without that, you cannot take good, story-telling photos with even the most beautiful and expensive full frame system.
with kind regards from the Netherlands❤
Hey there, thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks Lee,
Brought a Om1mk2 and 150-600mm for my Xmas present.
Note to self remember to turn of subject detect
OHHHH, hella nice Xmas present Phillip! Tag me in images you post on social media!
Great info - as usual Lee. I'm almost 70 (so VERY old according to your comments) and have the 150-600 which is a great lens for me due to budget and the need for a zoom with wildlife. There are many times, exp when on a nature reserve here in the UK, that fieldcraft is limited by being in a hide. Yes, it's weighty but I'm coping with it. As you say, the Big White Lens is costly but superior in many ways HOWEVER I don't really want a divorce at my age. Keep up the inspirational and encouraging work - your info has definitely helped me. Thanks
Hahahaha, no, no divorce needed! Well, when shooting from a blind that is a part of fieldcraft by using water and/or food, etc. to bring the subject to you! Thanks for watching and glad you enjoy it!
I use the 100-400 and don’t have a problem with image quality. I use the 1.4 tc too and even at f9 the pics look great 😊
Just subscribed, you confirmed exactly my feelings. Wife has let me pick a new lens for Xmas, I tried the 150-600 and I just didn't like it at all, it felt unbalanced and very heavy compared to the Sigma 150-600 on a Nikon. Fortunately I could send it back and got or will have on Xmas day a brand new 150-400. I have given it a test run and I'm super impressed with it.
Outstanding Peter! You will never regret getting the beast! It is spectacular! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi Lee: Another candid and instructive video. If you don’t mind me adding a suggestion, I shoot regularly with the 150-400 1.25TC lens and have found that a $6.00 after market plastic snap on lens cap is more versatile and at least as protective as the cloth lens cap supplied with the lens. Have a wonderful holiday season. PJI
Paul, forget that cheap lens cap. They aren't deep enough to work well with gloves, I got a 3D printed lens cap from Zemlin (www.zemlinphoto.com/product/v2-lens-cap-for-olympus-m-zuiko-150-400mm-f4-5-tc1-25x-is-pro/500?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=113) and I LOVE IT! Hope helps!
@ Thank you for the excellent recommendation. PJI
Hi Lee great info again made me feel more happy in my expensive purchase of the 150-400 , you mentioned your skin on the 150-400 lens how easy are they to put on .
Very good information.
Glad it was helpful!
Hey Lee, great video and mirrors many of my recent thought processes about an upgrade. I just recently upgraded from the 100-400 to 150-400. Amazing difference in capability. I did look at the 150-600 and there is one point I'd like to add. That is, whilst the weight difference between the 150-600 and 150-400 is not huge, the 150-600 feels (to me at least) A LOT heavier than the 150-400. I think that is because it is not nearly as well balanced. But also the extending zoom just aggravates the poor balance. Quick question though, where did you get the camo cover for the 150-400 from please? Plus why choose having a lens sleeve/cover over 'naked lens'? I have been wondering about getting a lens sleeve (cover? or whatever they are called) but not sure....Perhaps that is an idea for a video?
Reminder that the MC-14 1.4x teleconverter exists. That gives you about a 100-400mm f/4 full frame zoom equivalent (56-210mm) with the 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO. I don't have the MC-20 yet, but it's on my wish list. I think this lens with either or both of the MC teleconverters is the best bang for the buck.
Yes, I own it, but with just a 1.4 I don't think you really are set up well for birds! I only used the 2.0 as I wanted the reach! But both give great image quality! Thanks for watching!
Another very insightful video Lee. I really like your no-nonsense and straight to the point style of reviews and thoughts. You do suggest getting a battery grip to the camera body for a better balance with the long telescopic lenses. I have both OM-1 Mark I and II bodies and the 150-400mm 1.25TC lens. I have been thinking of getting a battery grip myself but I have tried but can not find a L-plate to go with it and that's putting me off from buying the grip. Do you have a L-plate attached to your battery grip or do you take the grip off whenever you need to get the L-plate of for your camera body? Thanks
Thank you for watching and commenting! I never put an L plate on a body I use for wildlife. Just a very small arca swiss plate in case I ever put a lens on that body that doesn't have a lens foot. You never want to connect a strap or tripod to the body with a big lens on it. Why would you need? Hope that helps.
@@leehoyphotography Thanks for replying. I was asking for those situations where I am shooting both wildlife and landscapes but I get your point. Also, I'm ordering that 3-D printed lens cap you mention in another comment below. Great suggestion!
I’m just over a week with my OM1-mkii and glad I made the switch from Sony full frame. Mostly shoot landscape and macro but I’m thinking about birding. I have the 40-150 pro and will be adding the 2x before too long. What little I’ve tried convinces me that I need to practice the field craft. What can you recommend for learning the field craft? Trial and error works, but isn’t real efficient on its own. I live in central Ohio, so not much in the way of birds around at the moment, but enough to practice on.
BTW, your channel is one of a few I relied on for good information while I was researching what I wanted to switch to. Thanks!
Great video again! I wonder what you think about the 40-150 f2,8 for filming video, or which lens would you recommend for that? I would like to try video too. I am saving up for the 150-400 :)
I would happily use ANY of the pro lenses for video! Are you familiar with the 180 rule for cinematic video? Do you have a neutral density filter to use to keep that shutter speed low? The 150-400 is the BOMB! If you buy through my website, I will give you an hour free online class! Same price as elsewhere but no one else will do a free one hour class!
Great video again Lee. I have both the 40-150 and the 150-400. Having had the Sigma 150-600 Sport when ~I shot Nikon I tot take your point about the external zoom. But I love the 150-400 and will never get rid of it.
@@leehoyphotography Thanks for answering! I have a ND filter and am just learning about video. I am saving up for the 150-400 and looking forward to use it also for video from time to time.
The 150-400 is what keeps me in micro 4/3.
Ah, there are a LOT of reasons to stay in 4/3's but that is a damn good one!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hello Lee. Looking to ramp up my photography after dabbling for years. Do you have any experience or anecdotal knowledge of the official Olympus refurbished lens?
I would have zero concerns about purchasing any of the refurb bodies or lenses!! Just an FYI, if you buy $2500 or more of gear through my website, you get a free one-hour online class with me! Same price as buying elsewhere! What are you looking to acquire? What genres of photography do you enjoy?
@ I was considering the 40-150 f2.8. I already have the converter so I thought this would be a good option since I can’t even begin to afford the beast (drooling). Unfortunately I bought the 100-400 a couple years back thinking more is better, oh well. Would love to go on one of your adventures someday, but again, affordability right now. Wildlife is my love, landscape goes along with it. Macro is pretty cool too, goes with my critter love. Also interested in learning about night sky but Atlanta is not the best place for practice. Heading to Florida for the holidays and it won’t be beach weather so hoping to get some practice in for all of the above. Thank you for the prompt reply! Will use your links for buying, I’ve just found your videos. Love your content! For some reason I trust what you say, love the no bullshit and I don’t give a damn what anybody thinks attitude, it’s a breath of fresh air these days. Keep it up!
@@moxierower1806 No, Atlanta is NOT good for night sky! Hahaha! Thanks for picking up on my approach! Not everyone loves it, but it is who I am! Hope you can join me on an OM System workshop some day! Thanks for watching!
I agree re: Cert Refurb!!! I purchased the 150-400 off OM site that’s now on eBay and have their 90 day warranty plus includes an Allstate 2 year warranty. I received it and it’s perfectly brand new and I love it. Saved $1500 NIC the value of then warranty.
Hey Lee, I totally love your tubes and information……but please don’t be sexist and only say older ladies get weaker….I’m sorry not sorry, some older men are a bit weaker too. Just sayin. 🤓💪
Oh, not being sexist and that is very true, I may have just not mentioned it. I have many clients of all ages that struggle with their gear. I would say physicality is one of the biggest obstacles for most photographers I see in the field!
Yes so true I agree, but when explaining the holding of the long lens... Only mentioned "women" in your comments... BTW... Just got back from the gym so when I do go on a workshop with you 💪 💪💪💪. Still love you..
Hey Roy, hope your last trip was a great one. I haven't completely finished watching video yet but thought I'd ask the question before it vacates my memory. As regards the 100-400 F5-6.3, what settings do you recommend in camera for it? That is do you give LENS PRIORTY ON or OFF (forgive me I am many miles from my kit at the moment due to my father being taken unwell, so can't remember the correct menu wording)? Just wondered what your thoughts would be on it.
I have tried both but am still struggling to maintain and continuity of focus. I know I shouldn't extend to the full zoom length as it;s best around 379mm or lower. If you have any advice I would be grateful. I have used it handheld and on monopod as I am one of those bods you are talking of, not too elderly but some days do feel like it!
You want that OFF, for all the other AF settings that would be a HUGE list! I shoot with my zoom lens (150-400) fully extended at least 95% of the time. Being extended doesn't affect AF performance, it may affect someone's ability to pick up a bird or subject. I would say, what is yoru typical shutter speed, the majority of issues I see using this lens relates to people using shutter speeds that are too slow!
@@leehoyphotography hey thanks Lee, I will crank up my shutter speed, I do change it depending on circumstances but was worried about noise, but now thanks to your previous advise I managed to get the DXO software so I can stop worrying about it. Happy Christmas and festive season to you and all your family.