p.25 #6 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
i have seen/held a 70-200/2.8 E with the wave on it. it had a texture to it. looked nifty too but it's not something i would do to my hardware, its definitely no slicker than the original finish of the lens. depending on your choice a bit less so.
p.25 #7 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
RoamingScott wrote:
I’ve never seen the point of these. They tend to make the object more slippery too.
Can't say my lenses will ever need a wetsuit like the above but I do put on a rubberized material called "Griptac" in specific areas that I tend to want have a more secure hold of. I have been doing this for years and it really helps, especially in cold weather....
p.25 #8 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
I'm wondering, if it's normal that lens moves a bit in the mount.
I can feel the clank every time I extend or retract the zoom on 100-400s in my z7II, basically changing direction of twist.
I used to think, this happens only with Fuji, but I was wrong.
p.25 #9 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Moves the same amount my Sony GM version did. Don’t sweat it.
cvrle59 wrote:
I'm wondering, if it's normal that lens moves a bit in the mount.
I can feel the clank every time I extend or retract the zoom on 100-400s in my z7II, basically changing direction of twist.
I used to think, this happens only with Fuji, but I was wrong.
p.25 #10 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
cvrle59 wrote:
I'm wondering, if it's normal that lens moves a bit in the mount.
I can feel the clank every time I extend or retract the zoom on 100-400s in my z7II, basically changing direction of twist.
I used to think, this happens only with Fuji, but I was wrong.
Mine moves in the mount, but not from zooming action. The amount is barely perceptible, especially compared to my Fuji lenses.
p.25 #11 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Found an injured GBH pacing in the outfield of the local baseball field, clearly distressed. On closer inspection, it had a broken wing and had no idea where it was or how to get out. Gently led it out through the dugout and helped it across a street where it hopped into the woods. Probably already some bobcat's dinner, but always appreciate when I'm able to get close to one.
p.25 #12 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Ai_Print wrote:
Can't say my lenses will ever need a wetsuit like the above but I do put on a rubberized material called "Griptac" in specific areas that I tend to want have a more secure hold of. I have been doing this for years and it really helps, especially in cold weather....
Where can I get this griptac ? Can you easily remove it without leaving residue?
Thank you
p.25 #13 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
rick2906 wrote:
Where can I get this griptac ? Can you easily remove it without leaving residue?
Thank you
No residue but sticks very well, love it for photo applications.
At first I found it through Cameraleather.com when I used it to recover my F3, FM3A, M6, etc.
But then I went looking for it elsewhere for general use and now buy it here: https://www.guntape.com
When handling lenses with wet or cold hands, it is indispensable for finding a grippy but non-rotating surface.
I especially like it near the lens mount, always a very secure lens swap.
p.25 #16 · Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
I have had my 100-400 for about two weeks. I took it on a trip to Raleigh, NC last week and it worked good at times but others it made me angry. I guess it could be a bit of a love/hate relationship with this lens. I knew there would be a learning curve with the zoom lens as I have only used a 70-200 and a 24-70 in recent months.
One problem I had was hitting the Auto and Manual focus switch and turning off the AF. In fact, I had a chance for a great shot of a bald eagle roosting in a tree. The AF was off and I only had a moment and the switch had been switched to manual. Now that switch has a piece of gaffers tape over it.
Yesterday, I shot a double header with it and man did the lens perform well. The only time that I had problems were when the sun was going down and shadows were on the field. The flexibility and reach of the lens was great. Plus I could increase my reach thru cropping the 45mp or going to DX mode.
