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Software & Accessories / Re: EdMika adapter launch - 0.5mm FD-EOS dual-orientation adapter for super-teles

« on: January 09, 2012, 01:51:54 AM »

Bought my FD 300mm f/2.8 L last week.  Bought the adapter tonight.  This will be my third Ed Mika lens conversion.  Looking forward to it, Ed!  +1!
Do you have a link to the video on infinity calibration?

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

« on: January 08, 2012, 08:42:51 PM »

I just found an FD 300mm f/2.8 L and plan to convert it to EF with the Ed Mika adapter.  Essentially the same lens but no AF or IS.  Also a fraction of the cost.  Here's hoping the IQ is as good as what's shown here!

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Site Information / Re: Any way to see which posts you got positive karma for?

« on: January 06, 2012, 10:35:26 AM »

Smited although I've made every effort to be positive, constructive, and polite on each post.  Oh, well.  +1 to each of you in this thread again.

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Software & Accessories / Re: ANOTHER tripod topic!

« on: January 03, 2012, 06:29:59 PM »

@Leopard Lupus:  Here is the string from a similar post I had recently which covers a lot about tripods.  Hopefully it's helpful. 
http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php/topic,2487.0.html

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Travel / carry bags

« on: January 01, 2012, 02:32:06 PM »

I've been leaning towards a Gura Gear Kiboko, but although the reviews are spectacular, it's a bit of an expense. 

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM

« on: January 01, 2012, 02:20:42 PM »

Thanks for posting.  Nice to see what the capabilities are for a lens like this.  Please post more!

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

« on: January 01, 2012, 02:19:33 PM »

Wow!  Just lovely!  I've actually been wondering about the 300mm f/2.8 for some time now, so it's great to see just what it can do!  You don't run across something like this lens just every day.

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Snow Birds

« on: January 01, 2012, 02:10:26 PM »

Images of European Robins from a couple of Winters back - my first trip out with my then new 7D.

What lens is this, Keith?

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Lenses / Re: What is your Micro Adjustment procedure?

« on: January 01, 2012, 01:53:45 PM »

Thanks everyone for all the great info.  I'm going to try a  more scientific approach and see how it compares to my somewhat eccentric method.

Agreed.  Thanks for sharing the info.  +1 to you guys!

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Snow Birds

« on: January 01, 2012, 01:50:50 PM »

Never really done any birding but this is making me want to try it out...! 

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EOS Bodies / Re: Ebay or Adorama Used?

« on: January 01, 2012, 01:46:54 PM »

Mixed bag on eBay...  Sometimes you can find a good deal though.  Craigslist is the same.  I've been really happy with couple of purchases from KEH though!

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Software & Accessories / Re: Airtravel experts

« on: January 01, 2012, 01:44:53 PM »

I've seriously been considering the Kiboko and the Chobe from Gura Gear for the express reason of overseas travel usage.  I recently read a review:
http://dancarrphotography.com/blog/2011/12/05/gura-gear-chobe-review/
that had some good info on travel restrictions.  Go down just past all the photos to a spot where they start talking about bag dimensions and you'll see that portion. 

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Canon General / Re: Short film - Canon 7D

« on: January 01, 2012, 01:34:59 PM »

Wow!  Nice to see just what can be done with the 7D one a first serious attempt, no less!  Very inspiring!  Thanks for sharing.

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Zoo Pics

« on: December 30, 2011, 12:02:13 AM »

All just handheld shots with an FL 55mm f/1.2

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Looking for tripod advice...

« on: December 29, 2011, 11:20:27 PM »

I started checking this website over a year ago out to figure out when the 5D Mark III would be coming out.  I had no idea what a learning opportunity this forum was going to be.  Really great contributors!
 
Thanks to everyone in this particular string, regardless of your specific recommendation.  I have learned more about tripods in the last week than I have in several years leading up to now.  I really appreciate your recommendations and I looked into each with equal enthusiasm. 

I think I've found the right thing for me.  I'll post again once I've had a chance to test it out and let you know the results.  Cheers!