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Robert, great shots. Are you hand holding that C90 to get these birds in flight? What shutter speed are you able to use, the C90 is pretty long FL. Really impressive.
Jim

March 13, 2005 04:11 AM Forum: Equipment Talk

Meade/Discovery Optics - Help with straps/rings

Posted By James Robinson

Hi, I'm not sure what sort of straps you have, but I had an older Edmund 6" f/8 once that used some very flexible straps. I picked up some straps of steel, approximately 1/8" thick , at the hardware store and fashioned some rings. Worked better and was definitely cheap.

Jim

March 26, 2005 10:10 PM Forum: Birding Optics and Photos

Common Meganser

Posted By James Robinson

Another shot, there was a groupd of 4. Really nice through the eyepiece, these pics don't do justice.

March 27, 2005 12:38 AM Forum: Birding Optics and Photos

exchanging glances

Posted By James Robinson

Very nice shot Mark. What type of camera/scope are you using?

Jim

March 28, 2005 04:13 PM Forum: Birding Optics and Photos

SLR advice for bird scoping

Posted By James Robinson

Thanks to everyone for the advice. I decided to go for a new Nikon D70. BuyDig.com, a reputable dealer, has them with the 18-70mm lense for $880 after a $200 rebate. On balance I got more Nikon reccomendations than Rebel although both seem to be very good. I only have 1 Rebel lens so now is the time to switch.

Thanks again to all, maybe I can post more often with the upgraded equipment!

Jim

April 1, 2005 12:24 AM Forum: Birding Optics and Photos

Mergansers and Buffleheads

Posted By James Robinson

Same merganser

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