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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 24, 2010 11:19:11 GMT
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Got to test a Manfrotto 475 today. Used a Benro ball-head and this is what I got: Full Frame  and after cropping and undergoing minor cosmetic surgery  Camera: Nikon D90 Exposure: 0.006 sec (1/160) Aperture: f/8.0 Focal Length: 400 mm ISO Speed: 200 Tripod Support  |
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Post by Renoir Abrea on Jan 24, 2010 12:58:53 GMT
hi edu' nice capture' what is your camera to subject distance?
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 24, 2010 13:01:53 GMT
Hi renoir! I have no idea. My spacial skills are dead and I don't know where to find it in the exif (too lazy too) but I use a 400mm and you can probably estimate the distance with the size of the bird in the Full-frame photo |
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Post by gabriel buluran on Jan 24, 2010 13:04:55 GMT
Pwede!!! (In English... Usable...  ) |
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 24, 2010 13:37:45 GMT
Thanks gabs! But the thing is HUGE and lugging it around is like carrying a full grown dog |
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Post by ppaaoolloo on Jan 24, 2010 16:56:27 GMT
Edu great work. A word of warning... secure the ballhead before letting go of the camera. Unlike gimbals ballheads do not equalize once you let go of the camera.
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 24, 2010 21:26:18 GMT
Hi Pao,
That is the only thing I am worried about when thinking between a gimbal and a ball-head. I find it hard to level(twist) the camera when using a gimbal head quickly when setting the tripod on an uneven surface.
Thanks for the warning.
Edu
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Post by Romy Ocon on Jan 25, 2010 1:02:29 GMT
Nice shot, amazing detail even with cropping! Hehe..... a 475 is an overkill for a 400 mm lens, Edu. In fact, Neon IIRC is using a much lighter tripod for his 600 f4 IS (though I don't recommend anyone following Neon's example, it's better to have overcapacity than the other way around). |
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Post by Neon Rosell II on Jan 25, 2010 3:44:32 GMT
Wow!! Rock solid shot, Edu!!  Nice shot, amazing detail even with cropping! Hehe..... a 475 is an overkill for a 400 mm lens, Edu. In fact, Neon IIRC is using a much lighter tripod for his 600 f4 IS (though I don't recommend anyone following Neon's example, it's better to have overcapacity than the other way around). Hehe...same thing I was saying to Edu when he got ahead of me to acquire JP's tripod. Actually I was even telling him that we can swap tripods once he gets it. ;D Agree with you Ka Mastah that my support is very underrated for my gear. I would have gotten much more shake free shots with a sturdier tripod than what I'm currently using and it will be a lot safer (there's a lesser chance of equipment failure) as well. I stuck with this lighter tripod as I compromised with weight rather than stability due to my birding style which involves a lot of walking. ;D |
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Post by Tonji Ramos on Jan 25, 2010 11:22:11 GMT
Wow a 475 for a 400mm lens. I am guessing you are on the upgrade path to bigger glass.
The 475 is super sturdy and can easily take a 600mm and 800mm. Enjoy your new tripod.
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 25, 2010 12:04:09 GMT
a 475 is an overkill for a 400 mm lens, Edu. Are you suggesting I get a longer lens? ;D (though I don't recommend anyone following Neon's example, This is the second time I have heard/read these words.. the first time, it came from Neon himself ;D The first time I saw the tripod I had to gulp, the sheer size and weight is intimidating. But as the rule of thumb for tripods go.. "OA, is OK" |
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 25, 2010 12:06:46 GMT
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Post by Tonji Ramos on Jan 25, 2010 12:59:24 GMT
Get the 393 head. Best bang for the buck gimbal.
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 25, 2010 13:43:28 GMT
time for cup noodles again.. |
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Post by Mark Itol on Jan 26, 2010 3:13:27 GMT
Congrats on your new oversized support, Edu. That's sure to be rock stable. Thanks gabs! But the thing is HUGE and lugging it around is like carrying a full grown dog Huge and heavy? Wait till you get the 393. ;D |
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Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Jan 26, 2010 12:21:34 GMT
thanks Mark.. but am holding off on the purchase of a 393 for the "Somintac Sidekick" head |
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Post by gabriel buluran on Jan 26, 2010 14:53:23 GMT
Elbow de Mando might be the better branding, he, he, he...
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Post by Bert Madrigal on Jan 27, 2010 2:27:53 GMT
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