andybarton Posted August 10, 2007 Share #21 Posted August 10, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have just picked up a second edition one (with the rotating tripod mount) and a 2x converter, both Mint, for £500 the pair. I am looking forward to giving them a run out at a hill-climbing event I have been invited to on Sunday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rsolomon Posted August 10, 2007 Share #22 Posted August 10, 2007 Andy, i have been playing with mine and will also take it out this weekend.... with the 2x converter that makes it a 500mm then add the DMR crop factor...thats a 680mm lens, what on earth are you shooting .... lions or bears ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 10, 2007 Share #23 Posted August 10, 2007 Porsches. I don't intend to use the 2x converter all the time... But, if anyone wants a trombone 560 Telyt with a shoulder stock, they know where to come Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gvaliquette Posted August 10, 2007 Share #24 Posted August 10, 2007 But, if anyone wants a trombone 560 Telyt with a shoulder stock, they know where to come Andy: Does that mean you never tamed that "Beast"? http://www.l-camera-forum.com/leica-forum/nature-wildlife/8242-first-bird-shots-560-a.html Guy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 10, 2007 Share #25 Posted August 10, 2007 No I didn't. It's a mare to use. (Actually, it's a joy to use and will be in the For Sale section here tomorrow. Get a decent bid in quick before it goes...) When you get it right, the images are fabulous. Just make sure you are using a DMR, or you will be bankrupt before you can say "almost got the little beggar in focus". I'm thinking of putting the 2x converter in between, for my next birding expedition. "Think outside the box" - that's what it's all about... ( 560 x 1.33 x 2 = 1489mm at f 13.6 max. No worries ) Good job the DMR is good to go at ISO 800 now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
S. Wong Posted August 11, 2007 Share #26 Posted August 11, 2007 @ f13.6, you're going to need more than ASA 800 to get that shot perhaps a little flashlight down the dark corridor to focus the lens -Steven Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsolomon Posted August 11, 2007 Share #27 Posted August 11, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Andy, i beleive the crop factor is 1.37 vs 1.33 - with the numbers your talking it might make a difference: 560*2*1.37= 1534mm - Also i hope you have a good sturdy tripod.... btw: what do you carry your gear in a wheelbarrow ? lol wholly crap... that is one small angle of view....anyone one know the degree? have fun ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 11, 2007 Share #28 Posted August 11, 2007 1° 20' Angle of view of a lens It's the depth of field that's going to be interesting Online Depth of Field Calculator How about a 360 deg panorama with 270 shots in it? Maybe I'll just leave the 560 at home... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted August 11, 2007 Share #29 Posted August 11, 2007 Quick question Andy. Is the focussing ring on your 250mm stiff? I have the first version of this lens and focussing is a pig due to the stiffness of it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybarton Posted August 11, 2007 Share #30 Posted August 11, 2007 No stiffer than I would expect given the chunk of glass it's moving. After all, it's not exactly a lightweight... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adan Posted August 12, 2007 Share #31 Posted August 12, 2007 The first version is: Fatter and stubbier than the 2nd; has a longer close-focus limit; has a MUCH longer focus throw (distance the ring must be turned from far to near) - which may explain Steve's "pig" comment; and struck me as slightly snappier in contrast but with more color fringing. The 2nd version has partial internal focusing, which allows it to focus closer faster - but it also makes it quite a bit longer. V1 - 6 elements, V2 - 7 elements, which may explain the difference in contrast. Net: V.2 is a bit more convenient and easier to handle and (IMHO) slightly nicer for color; V.1 is a bit snappier for B&W or on gray days. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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