Selling some DSLR gear. Took my D500 in hand and snapped a few pics. Great feeling and sound. That mirror moving up and down brings back fond memories.
Anyone else?
Yes, full frame @10 FPS sounds like a machine gun ! Still using the 1D mark IV
I've always done this with my long lenses but I also put a small lock washer on each screw otherwise they become loose over time. Also, the length of the plate that I use depends on the camera/lens combo. That is, I want the combo to balance on my gimbal/tripod rig so that there's no movement when I let go. I get a plate long enough to be able to use it (without adjusting the plate on the lens) with and without my teleconverters. Your zoom lens will have variable balance points depending on the focal length that you use. Best wishes with your new rig!
I've always done this with my long lenses but I al... (show quote)
Well said.....but generally speaking, the longer the A/S plate the better !