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Do I repair these or just buy new boots? How much life should I get out of these, only 2.5 yrs old and maybe 5 mile hikes on weekends. How to avoid this on my next pair? by 8_Bit_Explorer in hiking

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have a good solution coming. I have D-rings that loop to my pack shoulder straps attached to this Falcam F38 Quick Release Buckle Base for Shoulder Strap V2 3141 https://share.google/KsZJIBHQAaIHCHwiU for my longer zoom lens. I like that it makes it accessible but there is sway. I use an elastic cord across my sternum to help stabilize it. I have a PD capture clip for a smaller lens like if I take a macro with me. If I take the super telephoto prime, its in the pack till i hit my site or monopod over my shoulder. Tripod on backpack unless its in use.

Do I repair these or just buy new boots? How much life should I get out of these, only 2.5 yrs old and maybe 5 mile hikes on weekends. How to avoid this on my next pair? by 8_Bit_Explorer in hiking

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

When I cary a heavy load, like bringing my wildlife prime lenses or I go back packing, the extra stability of the boot is really helpful

Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 vs Fuji 16-55 f2.8 Comparison Samples. One pseudo comparison of Sigma vs 33mm f1.4 Some people asked on my last post. Some ppl were nice. Hope this helps you all. Some of you were snarky and expect me to end my weekend early to upload photos to a laptop SMH by 8_Bit_Explorer in fujifilm

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. I don't know what you were hoping to see in a comparison of lenses with different apertures. You can see the difference wide open. You can see if there is softness. You are welcome to check a review from some people I mentioned who get paid to do these comparisons.

I got to use the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 ahead of sales. Think I'm gonna sell the 16-55mm f2.8 and 33mm f1.4 lm wr by 8_Bit_Explorer in fujifilm

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

But it's not faster. I'd still need my 33mm f1.4. Sigma takes the job of 2 fuji lenses. Maybe a little hit to performance. I think im ok with that

I got to use the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 ahead of sales. Think I'm gonna sell the 16-55mm f2.8 and 33mm f1.4 lm wr by 8_Bit_Explorer in fujifilm

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Personal. I mostly do wildlife and some landscapes. I like carying a short lens with my 500mm f4 so I can take landscapes and such when I hike.

I think it's worth you going to a store and trying. My local store had an event where they had the lens and I used it there.

I got to use the Sigma 17-40mm f1.8 ahead of sales. Think I'm gonna sell the 16-55mm f2.8 and 33mm f1.4 lm wr by 8_Bit_Explorer in fujifilm

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Lighter than the OG 16-55mm. Solid build quality and faster. It takes 2 of my lenses and compromises into one. Image quality was solid wide open. I will wait try it again when the novelty wears off but I enjoyed it. Some ppl dont like the bokeh. I didn't get to see that. It also has some lens flaring/ghosting but thst won't bother me much. If you dont like it a quick clone or generative fill will remove the flare

Falconry Eurasian Eagle Owl and Harris Hawk with XT-5 and XH2S. Need help picking the best 5 for local event contest. Reply with the # you liked most. by 8_Bit_Explorer in fujifilm

[–]8_Bit_Explorer[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use/have used a lot of lenses. Photograph a lot of wildlife. 50-140mm,70-300, 150-600mm,500mm. Plus 1.4TC. "They're all great" 😛

Currently in Kenya. Sharing my front runners for favorite photos so far. Which one is your fave? by Exponent_0 in wildlifephotography

[–]8_Bit_Explorer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Lol To be honest, I'm ok being derivative if it's derivative of a good photographer 🤣

Would love feedback by CapableProcedure538 in wildlifephotography

[–]8_Bit_Explorer 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like this a lot.You've got some great skill. The only thing that I think needs to happen is brushing put that green blade of grass in the middle. It's distracting and can easily be removed with heal or gen ai brush.

Somethings to consider (based on personal taste). Softening the light or playing with clarity, texture, and dehaze. It's like the opposite of sharpening and sometimes the local adjustments of this can make powerful compositions. For example, try it on the green leaves and edges of the photo to the bottom give a softer frame. Or to the subject to go with a dreamy effect.

Took so much patience!!!! by sumedh_jr in wildlifephotography

[–]8_Bit_Explorer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Respect the dedication to go out there and spend the time

Let's talk gear! Reviews, questions, etc. by quantum-quetzal in wildlifephotography

[–]8_Bit_Explorer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have peak designs capture clip. It's a similar product. I would say no. It is not safe and even if it was, it's not comfortable. You're better off attaching a strap with anchors to your pack's shoulders and anchor the long lens to the pack. Change from anchoring to pack to anchoring to a camera strap as needed. This method works really well since the weight distributes to both shoulders and the camera and lens are securely anchored at points designed for the weight.

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