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  1. rdspalm

    Nikkor 70-200mm 2.8 + TC for birding

    Does anyone have experience of the Nikkor 70-200 2.8 coupled with a Nikon teleconverter? I was thinking of trying a 70-200 with a 1.7 tc for bird photography. My main birding lens is a 300mm 2.8 + 1.7tc but sometimes it is a brute to cart around all day. Would this suggested combination work...
  2. rdspalm

    New Swarovision EL v Old EL

    Are the new Swarovisions definately worth the upgrade? Is the performance noticably better? I would be interested to hear from people who have used both pairs, the 10 x 42 preferably. richard
  3. rdspalm

    EL 10 x 42 v Leica Ultravid HD 10 x 42

    Have any of you done a direct comparison of the new EL 10 x 42 against the equivalent Leica? I'd be very interested to hear what users think. Richard
  4. rdspalm

    Upgrading from Trinovid BA to Ultravid HD

    I have a pair of Trinovid BA 10 x 42 which I'm very pleased with, except they seem to be getting heavier as the years pass! Is it worth the expense to upgrade to a pair of Ultravids? From one brief comparison opportunity The Ultravids seem both brighter and weigh less. I'd be interested to...
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    Hortobagy & Bukk Hills in Early October

    We are visiting the Hortobagy and possibly the Bukk hills 1st to 5th October. Has anyone got any experience of these areas at this time of year? Is Zemplen better thab Bukk hills? Any recommendations for local guides? Richard
  6. rdspalm

    Where to go in Europe in early October?

    Where would members recommend to visit in early October? Anywhere in Europe, not the UK or Ireland. Want to see species not common in UK. Any ideas? Richard ;)
  7. rdspalm

    D700 Upgrade

    Does anyone know if Nikon plans to upgrade the D700 this year? I am considering buying one, but would be very miffed if I missed out on a possible upgrade. Having used the D700 I'm really impressed with the ISO capabilities. No noise at 800 or 1000 ISO. Also the true wide angle capabilities...
  8. rdspalm

    D700 for birding

    Have any of you folk tried the D700 for bird photography yet? We bought one for my son to use (He photographs live bands etc) and although I have not used it in the field I'm very impressed. The single most useful feature is the fantastic ISO capability. You can dial in 800 or 1000 and get no...
  9. rdspalm

    Nikon 500mm lenses

    I am considering investing (yes investing seems the right word given the massive price) in an AFSII NIKOR 500mm lens. I currently use a Sigma 180-500mm APO lens. Which Nikon 500mm is the best for bird photography. Any ideas from those who have used these top end lenses would be appreciated. Richard
  10. rdspalm

    West Donegal

    Was out for a walk at Derrybeg. Saw 9 Barnacle Geese at Port Arthur beach. The mudflats behind the beach at Maghergallon can be good for waders
  11. rdspalm

    Connecting a DSLR to a Leica 62

    Is there any attachment to enable you to attach a Nikon D70 to a Leica 62 scope? I know Leica does a camera attachment, but that fits only a Leica camera
  12. rdspalm

    Connecting a Nikon D70 to a telescope

    What is the best way to connect a Nikon D70 Digital SLR to a Kowa TSN 821 scope?
  13. rdspalm

    A wet Saturday at Aberlady Bay Reserve

    Hi everyone, Have you ever been to Aberlady Bay in Lothian? I was with a party at Aberlady last Saturday. It was my first time there. Really fantastic birding on what was a less than perfect day weatherwise. Short Eared Owls at close range. Hunting for voles. Fieldfare Scoter Red Throated...
  14. rdspalm

    Using a Nikon D70 for digiscoping

    What is the best method of using a Nikon D70 for digiscoping?
  15. rdspalm

    Irish Golden Eagles

    Have you seen the Golden Eagles introduced into Glenveigh National Park, Co Donegal? Fantastic experience, really brilliant project. Some 35 Eagles now living in Ireland. Pictures to follow! o:)
  16. rdspalm

    Hello from Derry Northern Ireland

    Hi there, I live beside the River Foyle one of the premier wintering feeding grounds for Widgeon, Whooper Swan, Greylag Geese. Its a great place to watch birds over the autumn and winter months. I have not been on the forum for a while, it's really good. Hope to log on more now. Regards...
  17. rdspalm

    Irish Islands

    Have any of you visited any of the islands off Ireland? The birding is superb. Rathlin Island is easily accessible from Ballycastle in Northern Ireland. Thousands of nesting seabirds at present. Razorbills, Guillemots, Puffins, Kittiwakes, Fulmars. Tory Island off Donegal is even better...
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