On Thu, 24 Jul 2003 07:53:07 -0400, you wrote: >Hi John - > >How are you mounting your FA* 600 f4 onto a D100? > Essentially using old hardware that gives extension. The hardware is a Spiratone adapter for a bellows, with a Pentax flange on the front and a Nikon bayonet on the back.
So I lose infinity focus. Actually, I lose focus beyond about 15 feet. Plus there is no metering, which is not a problem - I just take a test shot and adjust according to the curve. But within that narrow range of focus distance, which is accepatable for some birding from a blind, the pictures are fabulous. I get 900mm effective focal length with the DOF of only 600mm lens - a whopping 1/4 inch or so. As soon as the temps drom below 110 here, and my DSLR gets back from its rebuild (bicycle crash - I now have the imprint of a D100 on my ribcage - talk about getting close to your gear - and boy am I glad form my all-risks insurance covering the $741 cost) I will take some pics and post a link. -- John Mustarde www.photolin.com
