Go for it! I was phoning around some shops a week ago asking to be put on waiting lists as I did not think that anyone had any stock but Campkins Cameras said that they had received one that day and was available, decision time! - just played with it in the garden so far but am impressed - my concern about buying without picking one up was the weight, but no issues so far.
Wow that’s quick! I’ve only been on the waiting list about 3 weeks I think - which is why I’m so surprised. I had planned on hiring one.
It’s more the balance of the weight I’m concerned about. Are you on an OM1 with no battery grip?Yes, I have an om1 and no battery grip. Seems balanced to me. I switched from canon to Olympus due to weight issues and missing shots. It’s rejuvenated my interest!Wow that’s quick! I’ve only been on the waiting list about 3 weeks I think - which is why I’m so surprised. I had planned on hiring one.
It’s 30g heavier than my Canon set up (if I exclude the Canon extender) so weight wise I think I can handle it. I’ve shot football matches hand held with the Canon… although not recently…. but I’ve been doing a lot of swimming
That’s good to know, thank you. I spent some time in a fox hide recently with my Canon (mainly because I needed the zoom) and I was disappointed. I got some good shots, but I think the OM1 focuses better. I think it’s a yes from me….
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Thanks. I'll have a watch and I have been looking at filters. Normally I don't think I will use one, but I do like to have one on when I'm at the beach shooting kitesurfers as there can be a lot of sand and foam flying about then.Bebop I have used the OM1 and the 150-400 with the grip but now actually prefer it without the grip I also found adding the grip below as it cradles in the hand perfectly details of the supplier is in the comments section
One other purchase was a decent 95mm filter (filters often divide opinion) I baulked at the near £300 for the OMDS so bought this one and have been pleased with it
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No, they don't but the manufacturers insist on still making them instead of pure protectors. Perhaps they think they're easier to sell as they 'do' something?
Agree whilst not required on mirrorless cameras I bought the UV filter to protect the front element I bought the Urth one from Amazon took some test shots with and without the filter couldn't see any discernable difference kept the filter on the front since then
Absolutely, go for it!
Digital cameras don't need them, and B&W, Hoya, Nikon and Zeiss all make clear protection filters. There may be more, but these are the ones I know about..
hoyafilter.com
www.manfrotto.com
Ha ha! I've only just sat down. Needless to say the hedge and fence will have to wait and I am now in possession of the big white
First impressions are wonderful, but the sun was setting and not many birds about.
dock flier by jeff cohen, on Flickr
We need all the help we can get Jefflittle egret fly past today ,just a meagre 300mm f4 + 1.4tc can't keep up with you posh lot
(see in bold) I don't think so, the UV part is cutting out wavelengths the sensor isn't actually seeing. At least that is my assumption without actually checking the specs.
Think of it as trying to boost the economy! You will NEED it for Botswana! Look forward to seeing the pictures! Whereabouts are you going?
I'm going to the Chobe River on a Pangolin safari. I went last year with Toon Safari (Ann & Steve Toon) and enjoyed it. The prices this year were out of my comfort zone particularly as Pangolin wanted $2000 single supplement. I object to paying that amount of money NOT to sleep with someone!!! ( can I say that these days). Then last month I had an email from Pangolin saying that they had a couple of spaces due to cancellation and had removed the single supplement and cut the price substantially. Happy days! Add to that the dates coincided with Virgin Airlines reward seats and it was a no brainer. Now I am going to wipe out all that saving with a new lens! To be honest I will be lucky if it is available before then. If it isn't I do have other Oly lenses.
I think you could br correct about calling shops as some people will back out of the purchase.
Oh how wonderful. I think you might need someone to help carry your (not too heavy please) bag??? I've never done a safari, so I'm very envious. Sadly Mr. Bebop is not keen, though I'm sure he'd love it if he tried it.
Someone has advised on another forum they have cancelled there order with WEX maybe worth a call
Look on the bright side- if you buy it and don’t like it you will be able to sell it when you get back, probably cheaper than renting!
Just do the safari before you get to old bebop , unfortunately age and health won’t let me so fulfill your dreams while you can
Thanks Jeff, I know you’re right. Mr.Bebop is supportive of me going alone, but it seems such an indulgence and the choice is bewildering. A good friend has been diagnosed with cancer and it’s a stark reminder that we have to grasp life while we can.
I’ve had a look at the Pangolin site this evening. What have you started? As i mentioned above, I don’t really have a clue where to start looking, but you’ve given me a pointer, thank you.If you want any info on Pangolin pm me. My wife and I went with them and would recommend them - they do various options which are ‘different’Thanks Jeff, I know you’re right. Mr.Bebop is supportive of me going alone, but it seems such an indulgence and the choice is bewildering. A good friend has been diagnosed with cancer and it’s a stark reminder that we have to grasp life while we can.
Yet heart failure taught me that lesson .if I want something now I get it if humanly and financially possible .. no pockets in a shroudThanks Jeff, I know you’re right. Mr.Bebop is supportive of me going alone, but it seems such an indulgence and the choice is bewildering. A good friend has been diagnosed with cancer and it’s a stark reminder that we have to grasp life while we can.
just resting by jeff cohen, on Flickr
on a mission by jeff cohen, on Flickr
let there be dragons by jeff cohen, on Flickr
Looks like a green-veined white......
Thank you.
Thank you both so much. I did drop Pangolin a line last night and will schedule a call with them. I'm hurriedly trying to know a bit more about it before I speak to them - such as the seasons. Perhaps the rainy summer is better for photography?
Bebop
Gordon thanks so much. Yes they have been in touch and they have offered a date and it looks great, but I am hurriedly trying to research and not make an error in haste. I've no idea if flights are difficult to get. I have just screen shot your mobile number if you want to edit your post and remove it - for online safety
Off to do more homework now and may ring you later, but just decline if it's not a convenient time and I won't be offended.
