Thanks Ray. I have been trying to get an image like this for a while, but this is the first time it sort of came together. In an ideal world I would own a true macro lens, or I could go with extension tubes. The 70-200 has a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m, and the macro ratio is not that hot. I like the idea of a macro lens, but I don't want to carry another lens. If I go with tubes, I don't get near true macro, but tubes are lighter, smaller and easier to carry. Gary
tubes are defiantly worth it, get a couple of different mm sizes so you can adjust for your distance or stack (unless you have the brains to work out the mm you want for your lens). to anyone getting ext tubes, dont cheap out if you using them with a heavier lens or lens and converter set-ups, those cheap ones can tear apart, i've had some break apart between their own metal mounts at the plastic bodies. not worth risking a good lens to save a few quid
nice bit of action there, good pic Gary, you have any esturies on south island, i could look on google maps............ oh btw i seen a few smudgers using 'what3words' app to pin point the location they shot a pic at, its a great way to communicate the loc of a pic when there are no nearby post codes.
Thanks for the comments Caladina. I'll drop you a PM. This image is at Bruce Bay on the West Coast looking north along the coast line. I do like using gps to tag the locations of an image. I have a hotshoe mounted gps unit for my Pentax camera, and I am happy with it. I should find the equivalent for my Canon gear. Thanks for the heads up on the app as well. Gary
Finally got a day that allowed me to get my students out of the class Today I finally got my students out of the classroom, this is Cornelian Bay on the Derwent River. I used my 1D Mark3 and one of my Mamiya 645 lens, a 35mm f2.8 and Mamiya 645 to EOS adapter.
I have looked at this one, thought yes, and then thought no. So I'll post it anyway. Jackson Bay. RP, 70-200 F4 L IS Gary
I think it is OK, it has some unusual tree shapes which gives it a bit of interest, while I am on the subject of interest, my big boy camera has arrive from America. It's a Calumet C1 8x10 field camera and weights 14.8 pound or 6.7 KG, I am starting to think what was I thinking. Next time you are in a Supermarket pick up 2bags of 3 KG sugar and put them in one hand, this is how heavy it is. The tripod is a Slick Deluxe, the sturdiest one I have and it will work in a indoor area ok but I will have to weigh it down out in the field to help balance it. I will seriously look at buying a proper tripod for it. The lens is a Rondenstock 360mm and the aperture range is F9 to F90, fastest shutter speed is 125th of a second. In terms of 35mm or full-frame that equates to 60mm lens. I have a few back packs at home including a army one and it does not fit any so another piece of kit to purchase, the film sheet holders are not cheap either $200 each but I have access to my father's garage and all the necessary equipment to make some more up.
Interesting pic Gary, the third tree from the left looks like its got its dukes up spoiling for a bunch up with the next tree. Craig, i do like seeing the older equipment and old items like that in general, they themselves make great subjects for a photo, esp with dramatic/mood lighting.
