Originally Posted by Homer
Homer, I reread all the posts in this thread, I could not find there was anybody ever suggested you to get 70-200mm 2.8II or 70-200mm 2.8II+1.4TC for bird/wild life.
Originally Posted by Homer
it's not about quality or money, homer, the 70-200mm2.8II is sure very nice, it's just not ideal for bird/wild life, because it is not long enough and maybe the AF is not fast enough(just guess, cause I never use it) and these two facts are very important for bird/wild life. in the given price range, I think 300mm 4.0, 400mm 5.6, 100-400mm and even a used 300mm 2.8 should be a better choice.
I know you are on fire now, if that's the way to learn, go for it, the good thing about buying a lens (good lens) is that if you don't like it later, you can always sell it for just a little lose.
happy buying and shooting, don't forget to post some pictures of eagles, I'm interesting to see them!