In this video I try to decide on the Fujifilm XF70-300 versus the XF100-400 lenses by venturing into my back yard for some professional (NOT) bird photographs.
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7 Comments
Hey Jerod, I would keep both. They each can serve a need. In the long run I think you will be happier.
Ligth usual makes big difference on cheaper lenses. As if the cheaper glass works better with lots of light.
I have shoot amazingly sharp images with a lense like 50-230 mrk ll, with lots of light, fast shutter and low ISO
Hi Jerred… This is a tough one. I had the 100-400 as a rental for a month – it was a lens I always wanted. But… the 70-300 wins for me, especially for its ability to focus close. And size. And weight. And price. It's such a great value lens and so versatile. For those times I need to "reach out and touch something," I want to give the 150-600 a try. I know it's a beast in size, but double the reach has it's time and place… Thanks for sharing these thoughts and awesome photos.
That 100-400 has its purpose for sure. Pricey and heavy but what a performer wow 🤩
Your photo blind is awesome! :)))😂
Looking forward to watching this as just bought 70-300 and hope to sell the 100-400 as it is just too heavy for me now. The 70-300 is so much easier to handle although doesn't feel as sturdy of course. But I think it will suit me well for my amateur bird and wildlife photography, along with the super new Fuji X-T5.
Haha, I love vids like this where you try and compare and weigh up pros and cons but still sigh in 'i don't know' land. ahaha 😆