[QUOTE=Fast Glass;103220 Birding is fun but doesn't pay.[/QUOTE]True that
[QUOTE=Fast Glass;103220 Birding is fun but doesn't pay.[/QUOTE]True that
I still have my Minolta 600mm which I will probably never sell. I'll never stop birding, but I can't justify spending huge dollars unless I make money with it.
That is not to say if/when I have a suitable setup for portraits, engagements (Just did one last week), weddings ect. And I have enough funds that I wouldn't splurge on a big white or even multiple. But if I didn't make money with my hobby I would never be able to justify a thirteen thousand dollar lens. Even though technically I can afford it. Wifey would not be impressed.
Originally Posted by Fast Glass
True that
Too funny.
It may not pay, but it helped keep my sanity during the pandemic.
Plus, hobbies are expensive. Things more expensive than a 600 mm lens.....hmmmm: Harley Davidson Low Rider; pair of jet skis; fishing boat & trailer (never mind the truck needed to pull the trailer); ok..how about that truck to pull the trailer....
After that, your 200 f/2 or 600 f/4 seems downright affordable!!
Totally agree here .... one thing the spouse did veto was the Harley! Not due to cost but more safety concerns.
Too funny.
It may not pay, but it helped keep my sanity during the pandemic.
Plus, hobbies are expensive. Things more expensive than a 600 mm lens.....hmmmm: Harley Davidson Low Rider; pair of jet skis; fishing boat & trailer (never mind the truck needed to pull the trailer); ok..how about that truck to pull the trailer....
After that, your 200 f/2 or 600 f/4 seems downright affordable!!
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