John Francis is the man with this big gun, but I think he went on holiday
for several weeks. I had the opportunity to try it out one time when some
Pugsters got together. I didn't try it on a monopod, as it was already
mounted and waiting on a tripod. But I do remember that he has used it on a
monopod. It looked pretty big on there. I would probably want one of the
sturdy bogens without a head, just screwed straight into the lens mount. It
is a sweet piece of glass. I was thinking that it is similar in size and
weight to the 600 f4, if any of those owners would care to comment on
monopod usage.
Bruce Dayton
Sacramento, CA
----- Original Message -----
From: "Nicholas Wright" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2001 5:26 PM
Subject: about the FA* 250-600/5.6
> I have a question for those that own or have used this lens. I know that
> this is a huge lens, but would it be possible to use this lens with a
> monopod? Or is a tripod necessary? The reason that I'm asking is that I
> can't imagine a much better zoom range for shooting long-range sports
> (ie-football, baseball, etc). Well, at least where there's no shortage of
> light. Thanks!
>
> Nick
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