Hello...
I keep returning to this thread because I am interested in the performance of the Fuji 150-600mm lens. As I scan the thread, I see that most people are adapting Nikon PF lenses rather than using the native Fuji glass. This observation shocks me because Fuji has 3 lenses that seem to be ideal for most wildlife situations. Specifically, they have a 200 f/2 that takes a high-end 1.4x, a 100-400, and 150-600. The 150-600 seems like a near ideal lens for anything but dawn and dusk photography. The internal zoom should make it well balanced and moisture resistant.
My question is not trivial, as I really like the form factor of the XH-series bodies. They remind me of my old Contax ST, which was probably my all time favorite camera. I am a Nikon shooter with a simple 3 lens kit, but my gear includes desirable lenses like the 400 f4.5 and 800PF.
The 150-600 piques my interest, as I often wish for one lens that can be used for general wildlife work and a second for unique lowlight situations.
As a general nature photographer who shoots wildlife and landscapes, I could imagine carrying a bag with a pair of XH2s bodies each mounted to the 150-600 and 200 f2, and a GF 50R w/ 32-64 or 120 macro. This kit would be lighter than mine, and with the crop factor get me out to 900mm w/ and XH2s.
So, is the 150-600 a "dog" for wildlife? Does it not resolve feather detail?... It seems strange that many choose to adapt rather than sacrifice one stop of light for more focal length.
Thanks for sharing your experience or insight.
bruce
Hello...
I keep returning to this thread because I am interested in the performance of the Fuji 150-600mm lens. As I scan the thread, I see that most people are adapting Nikon PF lenses rather than using the native Fuji glass. This observation shocks me because Fuji has 3 lenses that seem to be ideal for most wildlife situations. Specifically, they have a 200 f/2 that takes a high-end 1.4x, a 100-400, and 150-600. The 150-600 seems like a near ideal lens for anything but dawn and dusk photography. The internal zoom should make it well balanced and moisture resistant.
My question is not trivial, as I really like the form factor of the XH-series bodies. They remind me of my old Contax ST, which was probably my all time favorite camera. I am a Nikon shooter with a simple 3 lens kit, but my gear includes desirable lenses like the 400 f4.5 and 800PF.
The 150-600 piques my interest, as I often wish for one lens that can be used for general wildlife work and a second for unique lowlight situations.
As a general nature photographer who shoots wildlife and landscapes, I could imagine carrying a bag with a pair of XH2 bodies each mounted to the 150-600 and 200 f2, and a GF 50R w/ 32-64 or 120 macro. This kit would be lighter than mine, and with the crop factor get me out to 900mm w/ and XH2.
So, is the 150-600 a "dog" for wildlife? Does it not resolve feather detail?... It seems strange that many choose to adapt rather than sacrifice one stop of light for more focal length.
Thanks for sharing your experience or insight.
bruce
Feb 27, 2023 at 07:55 AM
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