K K Hui wrote:
>
>The lens definitely
> needs to be stopped down to achieve sharp image when used with either
> the EF1.4x or EF2x converters. At least that is my personal experience.
> In fact this is further confirmed if you take a look at Canon's
> published MTF charts in their EF Lens Work II.
Ray Amos <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> replied
>I think it's the sharpest lens I ever owned prior to my new 500 f/4 IS
>lens. I know lot of people
>who use the 400 f/2.8 and they also think it's fantastic. Everyone I
>know shoots it wide open. [snip]
If I need to stop down the 400/2.8 to 5.6 for satisfactory results I'd rather
obviously prefer to carry (not to mention pay for!) the 400/5.6 instead.
There must be something wrong here.
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Terence A. Danks
Nova Scotia, Canada
Wildlife and Nature Photography
http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/danksta/home.htm
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