Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
p.16 #1Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Well after looking at this thread, I ordered the 300 f.2.8 GM and the 2X TC that I plan to use on my A7RV. I already have a 1.4X that I occasionally use on my 70-200 f/2.8 GM II.
I have a copy of the Sigma 500mm DG DN, which is great, but I think that is going to my son to use on their A6700.
I have a copy of the Sigma 500mm DG DN, which is great, but I think that is going to my son to use on their A6700.
Jul 06, 2024 at 07:53 PM
p.16 #2Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Ha! Lucky guess 
very nice series... This lens is producing great results
arbitrage wrote:
Correct!!
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very nice series... This lens is producing great results arbitrage wrote:
Maxxus46 wrote
Spotted sandpiper?arbitrage wrote
Can you guess the species?Edited on Jul 06, 2024 at 10:27 PM · View previous versions
Jul 06, 2024 at 10:22 PM
p.16 #3Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
KF from the kayak....
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/6400s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/8000s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/8000s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/8000s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 2X Teleconverter lens 600mm f/5.6 1/8000s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
ILCE-1 FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter lens 420mm f/4.0 1/4000s 1000 ISO 0.0 EV
Jul 07, 2024 at 04:22 AM
p.16 #4Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
arbitrage wrote:
KF from the kayak....
What a beauty!
Excellent shots as usual.
KF from the kayak....
What a beauty!
Excellent shots as usual.
Jul 07, 2024 at 04:37 AM
p.16 #5Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.
F-35B (US Marines version)
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Jul 08, 2024 at 06:46 PM
p.16 #6Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
these pics are great you guys!
if possible, can you share how far you were from the subjects? and how heavily you were cropping?
if possible, can you share how far you were from the subjects? and how heavily you were cropping?
Jul 08, 2024 at 06:52 PM
p.16 #7Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Douglas, excellent as usual. The combo is very sharp with the 2x TC. Impressive... Did you miss the zoom here? Take care
Douglas L wrote:
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.
F-35B (US Marines version)
Douglas L wrote:
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.
F-35B (US Marines version)
Jul 08, 2024 at 07:25 PM
p.16 #8Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Maxxus46 wrote:
Douglas, excellent as usual. The combo is very sharp with the 2x TC. Impressive... Did you miss the zoom here? Take care
F-35B (US Marines version)
Thank you! Actually I had the 200-600 on another A1 for this show. I will never sell my 200-600 until the Mark II comes out. I need the versatility for a good part of airshows.
Douglas, excellent as usual. The combo is very sharp with the 2x TC. Impressive... Did you miss the zoom here? Take care
Douglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
Thank you! Actually I had the 200-600 on another A1 for this show. I will never sell my 200-600 until the Mark II comes out. I need the versatility for a good part of airshows.
Jul 08, 2024 at 08:07 PM
p.16 #9Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
I wish Sony would release a 200-600G mkii soon, as I'm just not satisfied with the existing lense AF motors speed. Take care
Douglas L wrote:
F-35B (US Marines version)Thank you! Actually I had the 200-600 on another A1 for this show. I will never sell my 200-600 until the Mark II comes out. I need the versatility for a good part of airshows.
Douglas L wrote:
Maxxus46 wrote
Douglas, excellent as usual. The combo is very sharp with the 2x TC. Impressive... Did you miss the zoom here? Take careDouglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
Jul 09, 2024 at 05:56 AM
p.16 #10Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.
Jul 09, 2024 at 07:58 AM
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p.16 #11Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Douglas L wrote:
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.
F-35B (US Marines version)
Great pics Douglas!
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
Jul 09, 2024 at 10:40 AM
p.16 #12Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Fboss wrote:
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom....Show more →
I really have no complain about the sharpness of the 200-600 at 600mm. It's my go to airshow lens if I bring only one lens. As I said it before, the main reason I bought the 300 GM is use it with the 2X TC to shoot hummingbirds at MFD in my yard, letting in a bit more light, a bit sharper, and makes a quite a bit larger hummingbird in the frame, the 200-600 is not really 600mm at MFD.
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robert614 wrote:
F-35B (US Marines version)Great pics Douglas!
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
Yes, it's quite a piece of equipment! I have seen it several times. Will be shooting the show in Sacramento this Sat.
Edited on Jul 09, 2024 at 01:02 PM · View previous versions
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom....Show more →
I really have no complain about the sharpness of the 200-600 at 600mm. It's my go to airshow lens if I bring only one lens. As I said it before, the main reason I bought the 300 GM is use it with the 2X TC to shoot hummingbirds at MFD in my yard, letting in a bit more light, a bit sharper, and makes a quite a bit larger hummingbird in the frame, the 200-600 is not really 600mm at MFD.
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robert614 wrote:
Douglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
Yes, it's quite a piece of equipment! I have seen it several times. Will be shooting the show in Sacramento this Sat.
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Jul 09, 2024 at 11:21 AM
p.16 #13Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Nothing special, but first few shots out of the box at f/5.6 using the 2X TC and APS C mode on the A7RV in the backyard. The magnification is very good with the TC.-
Jul 09, 2024 at 11:33 AM
p.16 #14Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
jrscls wrote:
Nothing special, but first few shots out of the box at f/5.6 using the 2X TC and APS C mode on the A7RV in the backyard. The magnification is very good with the TC.-
https://photos.smugmug.com/Family-and-Pets/n-fvD9qH/Cherry-Valley/i-WLFCzpB/0/KbvhnNVCkc3WBg8WhTjB4XMdnsXKNLt7PbKR3RTvr/X3/DSC06173-Enhanced-NR-X3.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/Family-and-Pets/n-fvD9qH/Cherry-Valley/i-4KXWD6m/0/M3cjj2FDr6zDS7cGgjX2HCkfwnMXpjP3Tdtz3vV5d/X3/DSC06205-X3.jpg
I own the 2-6 and the 300mm 2.8. I can always tell the shots that are taken with the Sony big three .300.400.600 primes. There is a reason they cost more money. However to me the 300 is a bargain equal to the quality price ratio of the 200-600
Nothing special, but first few shots out of the box at f/5.6 using the 2X TC and APS C mode on the A7RV in the backyard. The magnification is very good with the TC.-
https://photos.smugmug.com/Family-and-Pets/n-fvD9qH/Cherry-Valley/i-WLFCzpB/0/KbvhnNVCkc3WBg8WhTjB4XMdnsXKNLt7PbKR3RTvr/X3/DSC06173-Enhanced-NR-X3.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/Family-and-Pets/n-fvD9qH/Cherry-Valley/i-4KXWD6m/0/M3cjj2FDr6zDS7cGgjX2HCkfwnMXpjP3Tdtz3vV5d/X3/DSC06205-X3.jpg
I own the 2-6 and the 300mm 2.8. I can always tell the shots that are taken with the Sony big three .300.400.600 primes. There is a reason they cost more money. However to me the 300 is a bargain equal to the quality price ratio of the 200-600
Jul 09, 2024 at 02:29 PM
p.16 #15Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Yes, it was very obvious from the start that the IQ is better with the 300 + 2X vs. 200-600 that I had. I also think the 300 f/2.8 or 420 f/4 will be good for deer and other wildlife when it gets a bit dark (e.g. early morning or evening hours).
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Jul 09, 2024 at 02:46 PM
p.16 #16Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Cross post in the A1 thread. These were shot last week in my yard at about 2-3 meters.
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Jul 09, 2024 at 03:17 PM
p.16 #17Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Douglas L wrote:
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.I really have no complain about the sharpness of the 200-600 at 600mm. It's my go to airshow lens if I bring only one lens. As I said it before, the main reason I bought the 300 GM is use it with the 2X TC to shoot hummingbirds at MFD in my yard, letting in a bit more light, a bit sharper, and makes a quite a bit larger hummingbird in the frame, the 200-600 is not really 600mm at MFD.
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F-35B (US Marines version)Great pics Douglas!
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄Yes, it's quite a piece of equipment! I have seen it several times. Will be shooting the show in...Show more →
about the MFD on the 200-600, did you try an extension tube ?
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
Fboss wrote
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.
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robert614 wrote
Douglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
about the MFD on the 200-600, did you try an extension tube ?
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
Jul 09, 2024 at 03:53 PM
p.16 #18Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Fboss wrote:
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.I really have no complain about the sharpness of the 200-600 at 600mm. It's my go to airshow lens if I bring only one lens. As I said it before, the main reason I bought the 300 GM is use it with the 2X TC to shoot hummingbirds at MFD in my yard, letting in a bit more light, a bit sharper, and makes a quite a bit larger hummingbird in the frame, the 200-600 is not really 600mm at MFD.
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F-35B (US Marines version)Great pics Douglas!
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄Yes, it's quite a piece of equipment! I have seen it several times. Will be shooting the show in Sacramento this Sat.about the MFD on the 200-600, did you try an extension tube ?
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
No, I haven't tried an extension tube on the 200-600. I had one briefly on the 90mm macro lens. Doesn't it slow down the AF?
Douglas L wrote
Fboss wrote
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.
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robert614 wrote
Douglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
No, I haven't tried an extension tube on the 200-600. I had one briefly on the 90mm macro lens. Doesn't it slow down the AF?
Jul 09, 2024 at 05:32 PM
p.16 #19Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
I believe Ronny Olsson tested the 200-600 with extension tubes on this forum. His macro work is stunning... Maybe ask him for more info?
Fboss wrote:
I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.I really have no complain about the sharpness of the 200-600 at 600mm. It's my go to airshow lens if I bring only one lens. As I said it before, the main reason I bought the 300 GM is use it with the 2X TC to shoot hummingbirds at MFD in my yard, letting in a bit more light, a bit sharper, and makes a quite a bit larger hummingbird in the frame, the 200-600 is not really 600mm at MFD.
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F-35B (US Marines version)Great pics Douglas!
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄Yes, it's quite a piece of equipment! I have seen it several times. Will be shooting the show in Sacramento this Sat.about the MFD on the 200-600, did you try an extension tube ?
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
Fboss wrote:
Douglas L wrote
Fboss wrote
The pictures of the F-35B are incredible. And the other pictures of the show in the 200-600 thread are also great.I wish my 200-600 was lighter, but it's very sharp at 600mm f/6.7. I doubt I would see a significant difference with the 300 + TC2x with real life pictures. While a 300 f/2.8, 420 f/4, 600 f/5.6 in the bag is very tempting, I'm not sure it makes sense for someone like me who doesn't do sports or events where the 300 f/2.8 would be perfect. For birds/wildlife/airshow at 600mm, it may be difficult to reframe without a zoom. With that said, ~1lb of saving may make a bigger difference than I think when carrying during a few hours.
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robert614 wrote
Douglas L wrote
Finally got to try the 300 GM+2XTC for airshow yesterday, it's a lot easy than wielding the 600 GM +1.4 TC.F-35B (US Marines version)
The VTOL version of the F35 is 🔥🔥🔥
Took some photos of one at Fleetweek last year. No where good as yours though 😄
It seems to improve it significantly , see the difference at t=8:12:
https://youtu.be/05EonM03D4Y?si=XVtUZFao6JHff1g1&t=492
(I haven't tried but it's encouraging )
Jul 09, 2024 at 07:25 PM
p.16 #20Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM Image Thread
Here are a few from this morning using the 2X TC at f/5.6 with the A7RV during a quick walk/drive through our development around 6 AM.
Standing on the spillway of the dam of our small lake-
Near the water-
Heavy cropping and a bit of motion blur-
Across the road from the deer shown above with backlighting-
She let me photograph her for several minutes. When I left, she was still there grazing.
Standing on the spillway of the dam of our small lake-
Near the water-
Heavy cropping and a bit of motion blur-
Across the road from the deer shown above with backlighting-
She let me photograph her for several minutes. When I left, she was still there grazing.
Jul 12, 2024 at 05:28 AM