600mm f/4l IS for $5k - good price?
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It's from a old friend of my Dad's so the source is totally trustworthy. I think I heard she does some Nat Geo photography but that might be hyperbole.
Anyhow she wants lighter lenses (getting older) and is upgrading to the II's. I'm not really looking for a 600 and not looking to spend this much, but I'm wondering if it's a deal I can't pass up?
Anyhow she wants lighter lenses (getting older) and is upgrading to the II's. I'm not really looking for a 600 and not looking to spend this much, but I'm wondering if it's a deal I can't pass up?
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If nothing else, get it, with the stated condition if you flip it you split the profit with her.
You may find that you love the reach out and tickle anyone, but make sure you bring an assistant around to carry it. Do you have a tripod and head able to hold the weight?
You may find that you love the reach out and tickle anyone, but make sure you bring an assistant around to carry it. Do you have a tripod and head able to hold the weight?
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Yep jump on it. Used ones from trustworthy sources are close to 7000.00. For 5K you should get it. Good investment. You will also get a good workout hauling it around.
You will also need a very heavy duty tripod and a gimbal head like a wimberly. Expect to spend around 1K just for those....unless your contact has one too they are willing to sell.
You will also need a very heavy duty tripod and a gimbal head like a wimberly. Expect to spend around 1K just for those....unless your contact has one too they are willing to sell.
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Yeah I have a tripod and monopod that can handle it (Gitzo + RRS).
I'm just not sure if I'm ready for a lens that big, I've been waiting until retirement to get into the big boys.
I'm just not sure if I'm ready for a lens that big, I've been waiting until retirement to get into the big boys.
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Unfortunately it is a very heavy lens. Don't wait for retirement. You might not be able to handle it well. Only the 800 f5.6l is heavier. If you find out its too heavy for you sell it for a profit or trade it in toward the 500 f4l II
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Ok, I'll help. No, don't buy it. Don't buy something you weren't in the market for just because it's a good deal. Good deals come and go all the time. $5k is a lot of money to me, I wouldn't spend it on something I don't really want. Recognize that you're asking for advise on a forum full of people that are obsessed with gear, and weigh accordingly.
As far as buying and reselling, make sure your friend is OK with that. I'd assume she's giving you the family friend discount, it'd be rude to turn around and sell it for cash.
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I have one and the 600 is a great lens. My previous was a 300 2.8L with 1 .4 extender and while good it still did not have the reach or sharpness this one gives. Add a 1.4 extender and you have 840mm and that's before any chip crop factor multiplier. Just like a new macro lens, you will find a new world to explore with it and if you choose to keep it will still serve you well into retirement....though you might need to hire a caddie to help you with it.
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