
Originally Posted by
JJphoto

Originally Posted by
Joel Eade
I couldn't stand it any longer....it looks like the new super tele's are still a year away and found a pristine used 500 f/4 for less than 1/2 the price of a new 600 so I went for it!!!
no wonder it's 700mm. Joel, Congratulations! it looks like a very sharp copy, we can expect more stunning shots coming from you!
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Joel, Congrats on the new glass. I am confident you will be very happy with it. It's a great lens and should suit your needs well on your upcoming trip

. Two suggestions if you haven't already done so:
1. Update your insurance
2.Consider a Gimbal head, The Wimberly Sidekick is a great compromise and holds the 500 very well.---I love mine and haven't even thought about a full size gimbal head since I purchased it.
I can't wait to see what you do with this new lens