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p.3 #1 · p.3 #1 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


I liked my original 400DO even with the 1.4x converter. It was excellent in sunny conditions but the real test was under overcast sky where contrast took a bath. So far, the few images I have seen under these conditions suggest the version II has much better contrast.


Feb 17, 2015 at 05:52 PM
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I agree. I also like the original 400 DO with and without the 1.4X TC
If I post process my 400 DO v1 images and add a bit of contrast they are fine.



Feb 17, 2015 at 06:05 PM
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rattlebonez wrote:
I just received my 400mm F4 DO IS II. I have only been out once to try it.
There is not doubt it is a sharp lens and works very well with the 1.4X III

I personally have not seen any 2.0X TC shots I was impressed with from any lens.
I just avoid the 2.0X TC's myself.


I've actually been quite impressed with the 2.0TCIII. I use it without hesitation. I'm surprised you have never seen a good shot with it. Here are a few I found to have very good IQ.






















Feb 18, 2015 at 12:21 AM
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arbitrage wrote:
I've actually been quite impressed with the 2.0TCIII. I use it without hesitation. I'm surprised you have never seen a good shot with it. Here are a few I found to have very good IQ.


Agreed. I have found it (2X TC III) excellent with the 300mm 2.8 IS II and very good with the 400mm DO II. You need a steady hand (or high shutter speed) or solid support. Both heavy crops.

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Feb 18, 2015 at 12:07 PM
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p.3 #5 · p.3 #5 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


I'm glad to see 400DOii activity here at FM, seems a vary rare lens. For fun I surfed to B&H and Adorama looking for one but did not find. I say for fun since I'm using this lens. I know it's not a 500 F4 or God forbid a 600 F4 but at least I can wield this one.
Beauport Outtake 1 by MedicineMan4040, on Flickr



Jun 20, 2015 at 06:46 PM
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p.3 #6 · p.3 #6 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


The biggest advantages of the 400 DO over the 400 f5.6 are: twice as much light to your sensor, better bokeh, and works well with a 2x TC. Try slapping a 2x TC on your 400 f5.6 and see what happens.


Jun 20, 2015 at 07:20 PM
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Sadly I've not had the happy experience with the 2.0 TCiii on either my 300 2.8 or the 400DOii. The 1.4TCiii just works a treat on either.
I do miss the 400 5.6. I used to use it on a Nex 7 via Metabones and abs loved the weight.



Jun 20, 2015 at 10:37 PM
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MedicineMan404 wrote:
Sadly I've not had the happy experience with the 2.0 TCiii on either my 300 2.8 or the 400DOii. The 1.4TCiii just works a treat on either.
I do miss the 400 5.6. I used to use it on a Nex 7 via Metabones and abs loved the weight.


I previously used the 2X III on my 300 2.8 I and now on my 300 2.8 II with wonderful results. I actually use it more with than without.




Jun 20, 2015 at 11:33 PM
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p.3 #9 · p.3 #9 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


I must try again then.


Jun 20, 2015 at 11:46 PM
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Black Billed Magpie at Stanley Lake CO

400mm F4 DO IS II + 1.4X III








Black Billed Magpie at Stanley Lake CO




Jun 21, 2015 at 12:07 AM
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p.3 #11 · p.3 #11 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


I'm very impressed with the 400 DO II lens with the 2.0x III. This shot is handheld with the plane going about 300mph. While it may not be critically sharp, on the 1DX the AF with the 2.0x III was able to track the plane very well.

http://www.crystalcityphotography.com/photos/i-4LZwXxT/0/XL/i-4LZwXxT-XL.jpg



Jun 21, 2015 at 05:04 AM
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p.3 #12 · p.3 #12 · Canon 400mm DO II first impressions


^critically sharp? I don't care=fantastic capture at 800mm and I bet your were handheld!


Oct 10, 2015 at 12:04 AM
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