Some of you may remember, about a month ago I bought the DH1758 and paired it with the 55210. I haven't had an opportunity to go somewhere to shoot so I have been experimenting in the backyard and around town while walking the dog. Either way, I have been enjoying the variety of the birds around town as I learn to shoot with the long lens. Here are some shots hope you all enjoy. All are handheld from 500mm+ effective focal lengths and cropped so expect them to be somewhat soft. House Finch Blue Jay House Sparrow American Goldfinch Black-capped Chickadee Northern Mockingbird White-Throated Sparrow Sparrow Northern Cardinal Woodpecker
Thanks guys. I am selling the combo so I wanted to post some shots before I let it go. Sent from my XT1053 using Tapatalk
David - I believe it was either you or Ad that told me they tried the combination and could never get really comfortable with it. That's how I feel. It's a popular combo for several people, so it's really my problem.
I did have that combo, Gary, and sold them when I swapped my NEX-6 for the A7. But I never got those kind of images out of them.
Yeah, fully agree. That combo seems to be working great for you Gary! I think these photos speak for themselfs
Well, wasn't me at least because I only have the 55-210mm and it makes me angry every time I come across it. In general bird shots, like flower shots, don't do it for me but that second one is just great IMHO.
For close-up bird shots, I have to say my old Canon SX50 is so easy and gives excellent results. Inexpensive and worth a look for wildlife photography. http://flic.kr/p/ef3uN4 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Funny you say that, after much research that's what I went with. Wasn't sure if I should bring that up in this forum. I am finding that no system does everything for everyone perfectly. Instead of trying to force the issue, it made more sense to focus on my needs and pick a tool that could meet them. Sent from my XT1053 using Tapatalk
Yes, agreed. I wrote that response last night and then had second thoughts about it! I gave that camera to my daughter when I bought my NEX, and I definitely miss it for certain things, like our trip to the zoo last week. Her shots beat mine for really "getting in there" and in fact beat my brother's shots from his Canon 7D with 400mm lens. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
