Hi Richard, I used live view with the 500mm II and the 2X to shoot wading herons. I used the 1st magnification setting. It worked fine as far as getting in focus shots but was pretty challenging to execute - would be pretty easy with a stationary subject. I needed IS mode I to calm vibrations from the wind enough to focus too. This was the only way I could get a manually focused in focus image - I just couldn't do it through the viewfinder.
Quote Originally Posted by Richard Lane View Post
John,

Shouldn't we be able to use Live View for auto focus for f/8 or greater max aperture for stationary birds using a tripod?

Since 1000mm-1200mm is too long for BIF, it would still be nice to get some long range static shots with this combo.