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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · Show off thread - if you've got a Nikon 400 2.8 VR (not FL) get in here | |
SoundHound wrote:
I have this exact model and would, instead, recommend valuable accessorarion for this specific lens. First a Wimberley foot to work well with their Model 200 MKII gimbal.Then a Nikon Cl L2 "semi soft" case. It will hold the lens and a mounted body. There's a finger loop and a single, over one shoulder, casual strap.
Also a replacement for both the lens cap and lens hood. Aquatech makes a "plug" that can be fitted inside the objective's lens ring (flush but doesn't touch the front of the lens). This whether a lens hood is fitted or no. Also Aquatech's large lens hood. This is a very sturdy fabric wrap around which will allow you to set the lens down in it. You can wrap it around the lens body to fit it inside the CL L2.
This lens hood will fold flat for travel and cannot be broken or scratched like the two piece OEM CF hood. You might also consider a arca swiss handle to occasionally mount in the lens foot. This for even a bit of carrying and/or a some handheld. "Smallrig" makes one and so does Kirk. These accessories should go a ways to increasing the utilityof this superb lens.
I also reccomment you micro AF the lens with all your bodies and Tele extenders....Show more →
A wimberley foot has already been ordered, expected to arrive Tuesday.
Regarding the cap and hood, I've been considering it but we'll see how that goes.
AF adjustments will need to wait for the wimberley foot to arrive, but it's definitely on the list. Every lens I own has needed a bump one way or the other, I don't suspect this one to be any different.
The arca swiss grip handle is an interesting idea. I was thinking about just foaming up part of the leg. The grip might be even better, but I'm seriously not expecting to be able to hand hold this monster.
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