The "Whoo! I just got new gear!" thread

[MissionMan]

Lovely seeing all those D750s in this thread. I only use the D90 for astronomy these days and am still spending money on the Olympus MFT stuff.

Found an Australian online seller that had the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 in stock and there are some music events coming up so how could I resist. Ordered it tonight.

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You got it bad, haven't you? At least it isn't as dangerous as drugs.

You say that now, but when you're selling your body on a street corner to pay for your next memory card, or Profoto B1, you suddenly realise how seriously the problem is, particularly when you look like me and you can only sell your body for 50 cents

[peterv]

New speedlites arrived today!! Two x Yongnuo 568 EX ii and a pair of YN 622 C triggers.Even figured out how to use the manual settings on them. Couple of cheap stands and a standard and shoot through umbrella to play with.(after getting those out of the box I already know I will be upgrading them in the future)

[peterv]

And I get to post again! So I ordered a Sigma 105mm macro lens that was due to show anyday,went into the camera store as I was in the city to get a fish tank.Lens hadn't arrived but the backpack I got with the kit I started with was getting a little crowded,so I bought a Lowepro Pro Tactic 450 AW .I can fit the 150-500 Sigma attached to a body with plenty of room for lenses,accessories and other stuff.

On the way home I got a call from the store telling me the 105 Macro had arrived in the late afternoon delivery. So drove in this morning and picked it up.

Whilst I was there I made a full payment on another 700D body,(as they had none in stock),and was told that it would be here next week. Took the girls to the town pool,get home and a message on my machine from the store....The 700D bodies have arrived in the afternoon delivery!! Back to the city on Monday.

For some reason the staff there greet me by name and are very welcoming whenever I walk in.Also rubbing their hands together with dollar signs in their eyes.

[ameerat42]

Whoo-hoo-hoo!, I'd say!!

[peterb666]

I got my Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 yesterday and took it too the beach today. Here it is enjoying the sun...

My New Olympus 40-150mm on the beach_S.jpg

Well it is a long lens for MFT so it needs a long photo.

[davsv1]

I got my Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 yesterday and took it too the beach today. Here it is enjoying the sun...

So how is it?
Any of the dreaded "flare pointing it directly into the sun" yet?
Looking forward to seeing some sample images soon

[peterv]

Whoo-hoo-hoo!, I'd say!!

Yes.A Leo Sayer moment.

[Mary Anne]

I got my Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 yesterday and took it too the beach today. Here it is enjoying the sun...

Peter I will look forward to seeing how this one preforms also.

[peterb666]

So how is it?
Any of the dreaded "flare pointing it directly into the sun" yet?
Looking forward to seeing some sample images soon

Peter I will look forward to seeing how this one preforms also.

Thanks guys. I have had 2 plays with it. I took some shots at the beach, mainly surfing and today took it to the Candelo markets.

Overall, I am very impressed with the lens. Haven't noticed any problem with flare. The only negatives I find is that the bokeh could be better and the lens is prone to fogging if near moisture (a drink bottle sharing my camera bag caused condensation on the front lens). A few photos here...


Main Beach Merimbula 03_S by peterb666, on Flickr


Candello Show 03_S by peterb666, on Flickr


Candello Show 14_S by peterb666, on Flickr

[Mary Anne]

Peter its good to know that about the moisture and that you are impressed with this new lens.
I see what you mean about the bokeh though #2 taken on f/2.8 looks ok. Thanks for taking the time to share these with us

[davsv1]

Thanks guys. I have had 2 plays with it. I took some shots at the beach, mainly surfing and today took it to the Candelo markets.

Overall, I am very impressed with the lens. Haven't noticed any problem with flare. The only negatives I find is that the bokeh could be better and the lens is prone to fogging if near moisture (a drink bottle sharing my camera bag caused condensation on the front lens). A few photos here...


https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7542/...9b305221_c.jpg
Candello Show 14_S by peterb666, on Flickr

Love #3 nice photo for any lens

[peterv]

Love that third pic of the ,well,close to my age fella.


Picked up my second body today and a spare plate for the Manfrotto,(I am a real freak for having spares handy),and a Black Rapid strap.

[Mark L]

For some reason the staff there greet me by name and are very welcoming whenever I walk in.Also rubbing their hands together with dollar signs in their eyes.

Remember to take some photos.

[peterv]

Remember to take some photos.

Lol,that's a very good idea!

Young lady that served me today said "See you next time".

My reply..."Yeah,another thousand dollars or so".

[antony]

Been eyeing on this lens for a while, finally.



Sony FE16-35mm F4 ZA OSS (SEL1635Z)

[mugget]

Just wondering - how many people here own a selfie stick?

I bought one late last year and don't hate me, but it's actually quite handy.
Not sure if there are any you can use with an DSLR, I just use my iPhone but it's surprising what new & interesting angles you can get on your photos & videos!

[Hawthy]

No. I do not own a selfie stick. However, I wish that I held the patent. I was lucky enough to holiday in Hawaii last September and I think that we were the only tourists not to have one. A simply brilliant idea to increase the field of view.


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[Hawthy]

On the minor new gear, who whoo, scale, I just bought another battery and a battery grip. I hate running out of battery power.


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[ameerat42]

Hawthy! Whoo-h-----------------------------!!!!! [CHANGE BATTERY]

As for the selfie stick, I like them too. How else can you get a good laugh when you least expect it
with people smiling INANELY at a spot a few feet away from their heads in the middle of the city!!!

^Am(in town recently).

[macmich]

whoo hoo, picked up my 50mm1.4 sigma art lens today stuffed about a bit with it and quite happy with it