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This is for Eric.
https://www.fujix-forum.com/threads/grand-slalom.79220/
It is all about the technique.
All images shot on XT2 with 100-400.
If you got the camera set up right and you know your stuff then it is easy. It is about getting the AF settings right.
No disrespect, as the images are very good, but shooting moving objects as big as a person are one thing....2" birds are another thing. THATS what I have found challenging the Fuji. But in fairness it was with the 1.4x tc on, as well.
I had similar success in horse eventing and motor racing with Nikon and would be happy to use the Fuji kit for that. I am sure the focus tracking modes will cope with that sort of movement ..and anticipating movement is much easier when the approximate course of the subject is known in advance. Sadly, not so predictable with small birds.
I've actually purchased a D500 and added a couple of lenses, one being the new 300mm. Although a little shorter than the Fuji 400mm, the Nikon combo is 800g lighter than the Fuji combo. Which sort of blows out of the water the lightweight benefit of mirrorless.
Have still got all the Fuji gear. Will be interesting to see if I miss any of its advantages... or disadvantages.
Last edited on Sun Apr 1st, 2018 14:28 by Eric
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