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Teddy Bozeman
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p.60 #1 · p.60 #1 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Has anyone ever ordered from Amazon's refurbished area? I have seen a few of these 800mm 6.3's show up every once in awhile from sellers with a lot of ratings, but I'm a bit unsure of the refurbished part. (Seeing as this lens is very hard to find!)


May 29, 2023 at 05:49 PM
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Teddy Bozeman wrote:
Has anyone ever ordered from Amazon's refurbished area? I have seen a few of these 800mm 6.3's show up every once in awhile from sellers with a lot of ratings, but I'm a bit unsure of the refurbished part. (Seeing as this lens is very hard to find!)


Personally I'd steer clear of anything 'amazon refurbished'. Especially in case of an expensive lens. They pop up for sale here in B&S section quite regularly.



May 29, 2023 at 08:23 PM
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p.60 #3 · p.60 #3 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


lukemeup wrote:
Personally I'd steer clear of anything 'amazon refurbished'. Especially in case of an expensive lens. They pop up for sale here in B&S section quite regularly.


Hmmm, that's concerning. This one is through 6ave, not sure how reputable they are?



May 29, 2023 at 09:41 PM
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p.60 #4 · p.60 #4 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Also, probably a silly question, but does anyone have any hot tips on where I can buy this lens?


May 29, 2023 at 09:43 PM
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p.60 #5 · p.60 #5 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Teddy Bozeman wrote:
Hmmm, that's concerning. This one is through 6ave, not sure how reputable they are?


Do you see it on the authorized Nikon dealer list (google it)? If not - steer clear.



May 29, 2023 at 11:26 PM
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p.60 #6 · p.60 #6 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


My Z8 arrived today. Took it out for a short spin in the afternoon. 1st thought - I'm glad Z8 is not smaller because it wouldn't be comfortable to hold with larger lenses. My guess is that if I ever spring for 400 or 600TC (that's highly unlikely for years to come) it would need to be paired with a gripped body. The Z8 definitely feels less 'solid' than Z9. It's supposed to though.


Swainson's Thrush



Rufous Hummingbird



Brown Creeper



Swainson's Thrush



May 29, 2023 at 11:35 PM
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p.60 #7 · p.60 #7 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Finally got my paws one of these beauties, and took it for a quick spin at Fernhill Wetlands in Forest Grove, OR. My first time posting photos on FM, my apologies if I'm doing this incorrectly!




(Had to reupload this one, one of my masks went wonky!)

Edited on Jun 01, 2023 at 03:17 PM · View previous versions



Jun 01, 2023 at 02:19 AM
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p.60 #8 · p.60 #8 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Teddy Bozeman wrote:

Finally got my paws one of these beauties, and took it for a quick spin at Fernhill Wetlands in Forest Grove, OR. My first time posting photos on FM, my apologies if I'm doing this incorrectly!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52941476702_7f4a9f39cb_h.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942227839_61ae0b6b5b_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942537158_0ee437c424_h.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942074901_02aa4fb55e_b.jpg


Congratulations on securing the lens. These are a great start!



Jun 01, 2023 at 03:45 AM
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p.60 #9 · p.60 #9 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Still learning this lens. It is quite the handful. So sharp (I don't understand some of the reviews and commentary that assert otherwise) and it is liberating to be able to fill the frame without getting too close to sensitive subjects. The MFD is actually rather short when one considers the magnification - I find myself retreating backwards, not to get subjects in focus but to prevent cropping of subjects. It is a great privilege to own and use this unique instrument.











































Edited on Jun 14, 2023 at 03:18 AM · View previous versions



Jun 01, 2023 at 03:56 AM
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p.60 #10 · p.60 #10 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


์Just heard back from Nikon regarding my 800PF. They asked me to send back Z9 for them to check as well. As it turns out, the lens is perfectly fine but somehow
between traveling from South America back to Bangkok and traveled from Bangkok on an hour flight, my Z9 sensor became misaligned. I also asked Nikon to take care of my vertical grip lock ring that became very stiff and replaced sensor curtain that gave me some problem. So my Z9 will be out of commission for a few weeks but at least now there is Z8 that I can use in the mean time.



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p.60 #11 · p.60 #11 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Alistair1 wrote:
Congratulations on securing the lens. These are a great start!


Thank you very much! I can't wait to use it more.



Jun 01, 2023 at 06:18 PM
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Teddy Bozeman wrote:

Finally got my paws one of these beauties, and took it for a quick spin at Fernhill Wetlands in Forest Grove, OR. My first time posting photos on FM, my apologies if I'm doing this incorrectly!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52941476702_7f4a9f39cb_h.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942227839_61ae0b6b5b_k.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942537158_0ee437c424_h.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942074901_717cac77e2_b.jpg

(Had to reupload this one, one of my masks went wonky!)


You're doing great and really nice job on these! Congratulations on the 800pf it's a great lens



Jun 01, 2023 at 06:36 PM
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p.60 #13 · p.60 #13 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread




suteetat wrote:
์Just heard back from Nikon regarding my 800PF. They asked me to send back Z9 for them to check as well. As it turns out, the lens is perfectly fine but somehow
between traveling from South America back to Bangkok and traveled from Bangkok on an hour flight, my Z9 sensor became misaligned. I also asked Nikon to take care of my vertical grip lock ring that became very stiff and replaced sensor curtain that gave me some problem. So my Z9 will be out of commission for a few weeks but at least now there is Z8 that I
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Glad they figured it out for you!!



Jun 01, 2023 at 06:37 PM
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p.60 #14 · p.60 #14 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


George DeCamp wrote:
You're doing great and really nice job on these! Congratulations on the 800pf it's a great lens


Thank you so much George! It's my first big prime, so it's quite a learning curve, but the way this lens has been designed makes it quite easy to use, very surprising!



Jun 01, 2023 at 06:38 PM
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p.60 #15 · p.60 #15 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread




Alistair1 wrote:
Still learning this lens. It is quite the handful. So sharp (I don't understand some of the reviews and commentary that assert otherwise) and it is liberating to be able to fill the frame without getting too close to sensitive subjects. The MFD is actually rather short when one considers the magnification - I find myself retreating backwards, not to get subjects in focus but to prevent cropping of subjects. It is a great privilege to own and use this unique instrument.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942623330_da49aa09df_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942623075_7bbb989cee_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942697448_86ca3d8aa8_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942235656_5910d59321_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942235511_2e0d41e0d0_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52942697588_1cfd7f8458_o.jpg


Looks like you're doing really well! Good news is it keeps getting better the more you use it, it's such a pleasure to use so light and sharp! Enjoy!!



Jun 01, 2023 at 06:39 PM
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p.60 #16 · p.60 #16 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


George DeCamp wrote:
Looks like you're doing really well! Good news is it keeps getting better the more you use it, it's such a pleasure to use so light and sharp! Enjoy!!


Thanks George, much appreciated!



Jun 02, 2023 at 01:39 AM
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p.60 #17 · p.60 #17 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


A selection from yesterday and this morning






Tri-colored Heron

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/1600s    400 ISO    -0.7 EV  







Spoonbill

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/1600s    160 ISO    -1.3 EV  







Anhinga

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/1600s    500 ISO    -0.7 EV  







Gator

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/1600s    500 ISO    -0.7 EV  







Avocets

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/2500s    560 ISO    -0.7 EV  




Jun 02, 2023 at 11:50 AM
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p.60 #18 · p.60 #18 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Forgot one!







Avocet

  NIKON Z 8    NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens    800mm    f/6.3    1/2500s    640 ISO    -0.7 EV  




Jun 02, 2023 at 01:53 PM
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p.60 #19 · p.60 #19 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


Slimmer pickings from me but I'm really happy with these two merganser shots.


Common Merganser



Common Merganser


And some more usual suspects:


Song Sparrow



High Perch



Cedar Waxwing



Jun 03, 2023 at 12:27 AM
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p.60 #20 · p.60 #20 · Official 800PF image and discussion thread


1) A Gannet a fair way off shore and hence the use of the 1.4x TC.

Z8 + Z 800 f6.3 PF + Z 1.4x TC, 1/2000s f/10.0 at 1120.0mm iso1000 - 100% crop







2) Rock Warbler - reasonably uncommon

Z8 + Z 800 f6.3 PF, 1/800s f/6.3 at 800.0mm iso1600







3) A very rare Chestnut-rumped Heathwren - my first sighting!

Z8 + Z 800 f6.3 PF, 1/800s f/8.0 at 800.0mm iso4500







4) New Holland Honeyeater

Z8 + Z 800 f6.3 PF, 1/160s f/6.3 at 800.0mm iso450







5) White-necked Heron with worm (and twig)

Z8 + Z 800 f6.3 PF, 1/160s f/6.3 at 800.0mm iso800







Edited on Oct 04, 2023 at 05:27 PM · View previous versions



Jun 03, 2023 at 03:14 AM
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