Cormorant, St Mary's Island
Well...yes I have, actually.
Until recently I have used my trusty, though dated, Nikon 4500 for digiscoping and a bridge camera for close work. Though my Fuji 9100 has a 50x optical zoom it also has no manual focus which is an issue when trying to fine tune the focus on a moving subject or one that is partially hidden.
Now I have taken the next step and become one of the hoards of birders carrying a DSLR. After much humming and haa-ing I settled on the Nikon D5500 and a Tamron SP VC 70-300mm AF lens, plus various tubes and converters. I have had the camera for just two weeks but the difference is staggering. Almost instant focus, great cropping results, amazing colour and sharp.
I know I'm just showing off but have a look. Constructive comments are always welcome.
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Siskin, Titchwell RSPB
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