Hallo, what 1.5x converter you are using. The Kenko AF Konverter? regards R�diger
-----Urspr�ngliche Nachricht----- Von: Bruce Dayton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> An: PDML <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Datum: Montag, 30. September 2002 19:52 Betreff: A 400/5.6 >Over the last two weekends, I have been using and comparing my A >400/5.6 lens to my FA *200/2.8 using a 1.5XL Converter and a Tamron 2X >AF converter. The obvious advantage to the 200 package is mobility. I >have that lens with me anyway and the size and weight of converter >isn't too much. Also I get to retain AF with the converter and the >200 where the 400mm is a manual focus lens. > >I think that the images shot with the 200+Tamron 2X lose some contrast >and possibly some edge sharpness (isn't hurting the shots I am taking) >compared to the 400. With the 1.5XL I don't see any obvious >differences. > >My dilemma is this - I rarely carry the 400 - has it's own round >tubular case with carrying strap. I almost always opt for the 200 and >converters. That all fits in my normal carrying case. I haven't >found a great need for the 400mm but am a little hesitant to sell it. >I could really use a new Quantum QFlash T2 and the money from the 400 >would help towards that end. > >So are there any opinions on the list as to hanging onto this lens vs. >selling or any interested parties? > >Thanks, > > > Bruce >
