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    Finding Leica Trinovid 10x42 replacement caps?

    As the title states. The OEM caps fell off and I am left looking for replacements. The caps are the 42mm covers, btw (which with surrounding material are over 50mm). Are there any common household caps that are the same size?
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    Feeder cam?

    Hello all, I am about to put up my first feeding station. After looking at many youtube videos, I have decided I'd also like to have a feeder cam so I can watch the birds from the comfort of my own bedroom. I've noticed many have placed the cam right up in the feeder itself to capture...
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    Best bird feeding station? Please post your setup!

    Hello all, I am looking to start my own feeding station in my backyard. I am going to keep it simple...perhaps one pole with a few feeders mounted on it. But I do not even know where to begin! I have looked at Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) feeders and poles. They seem to be top-notch albeit...
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    Where to have binos fixed (United States)?

    Hello all, I recently broke my pair of binoculars while out birding. I was multi-tasking and I lifted my camera/telephoto lens up with one arm and hit them against my bins. As you can see by the attached photo, the eyepiece thingamabobber fell off. Years ago I had a local shop fix a pair...
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    monopod head for 500/4

    I have a 500/4 IS that I am looking to use on a monopod whenever I don't want to lug around a tripod. I think I will go with the manfrotto 680b which I can get for $51 USD. But finding the right head for me seems troublesome. The 680b is more than suitable for the expensive lens...at a right...
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    7D vs 1D Mark III ??

    Hello all, I recently found a deal on a 1D Mark III that I just couldn't resist. I picked it up not knowing too much about the camera, but knowing I could always sell it or trade it later if I didn't like it. Up until now I've been using a 50D with a 500/4 IS and 1.4x II teleconverter for my...
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    Looking for videos taken with T1i

    I'm thinking about picking up a used Canon T1i (500D) as a backup to my Canon 50D. I'm pretty curious about the video quality of the T1i and was wondering if anybody knows where I could find some quality, wildlife-related videos taken with this camera. Preferably, a video in which a good lens...
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    Apps for iPod Touch

    I'm hoping to purchase the new iPod Touch when it is released in a month or two (really hoping for a retina display!). Anyways, I have come across some reviews of various birding apps (one great round-up on birderslibrary.com). In particular I'm finding the Audubon guide quite attractive...
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    2x Teleconverter on Canon 500/4 & Canon 50D

    I was just wondering if anybody has any sample photos taken with the following combo: APS-C DSLR + Canon 500mm/4 IS + Canon 2x TC. If so, I'm very curious what the results are like, since my 1.4x teleconverter does wonders. As well, I do have two 1.4x TC's (one Canon II, the other a cheapo...
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    Just a stupid question comparing Canon 40D, 50D, 7D

    Hello all, I currently have a Canon 40D...lovely camera. As far as "apparent reach" is concerned I am curious what the extra pixels of a 50D or 7D would yield when compared to a 40D. Basically, I'm wondering if there are any comparisons anyone has done with any of these cameras side by side...
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    Help with flash photography!

    Hello all, I have a Canon 40D with telephoto lens and a Canon 550EX. I do not have a better beamer. I sometimes shoot herps (reptiles and amphibians) with the 550EX, but recharge times between flashes could take 5, 10, or 15 seconds. I want to try the flash with my telephoto lens tomorrow to...
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    DIY lenscoat?

    Just curious if anybody has made their own lenscoat, and if so, what they used to make it and how it was made. I don't feel like dishing out $90 for one when I know I can make one for less!
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    Canon 500mm f/4 IS...how to carry?

    Just wondering how anybody with this lens hauls it around? Backpack? Duffle bag? I'm interesting in handholding the lens (i.e. no tripod). Are there any really nice padded duffles out there? Any feedback appreciated!
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    Canon 500/4.5 (non-IS) vs Canon 500/4 IS...we'll see!

    I've had a Canon 500mm f/4.5 (non-IS) for a short while now, but in that short time it has produced some fine images. But trying to find a way to achieve an autofocus 700mm lens, I came up empty. My Canon 1.4x II would oscillate back-and-forth far too much when taped. Thus, I found a good...
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    500mm Lens cap

    Sorry to keep buggin' everyone with questions, but I was wondering where I might begin my search for a lens cap to fit my Canon 500mm/4.5 (non-IS) when I don't feel like lugging the hood around. Looking for a more traditional cap; could be as simple as a bowl lid, but preferably something a bit...
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    Taping Teleconverter pins

    Hello, Just wondering if taping the three left-most pins on my Canon 1.4x II teleconverter (that hasn't yet arrived) on my Canon 40 and Canon 500mm f/4.5 (non-IS) might possibly harm either camera or lens. I heard something about the autofocus motor risking being fried (is this on the camera...
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    Canon teleconverters

    Hello all, I have a Canon 40D and a Canon 500mm f/4.5 (non-IS). I just purchased a Canon 1.4x II teleconverter to go along with the 500, but was curious how good the 2x would be? Neither would give me autofocus, since my max. aperture is 4.5. That brings me to question number two: if I...
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    Which remote switch for Canon 40D??

    Looking for a decent remote switch for my 40D to eliminate camera shake caused by pressing the shutter on the camera itself. I bought one a while back for my former XTi, but it was a cheap-o model and it never even worked. I want something good!
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    Zeiss DSLR photo adapter for Straight-Diascope?

    Just curious if anybody is using the Zeiss DSLR photo adapter with a straight-body (not angled) Diascope. Seems the angled is the more popular way to go, but I'm wondering if it works just as well with the straight before I buy. Thanks!
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    Digiscoping options with Zeiss Diascope 85...help!

    Hello all. I have a Zeiss Diascope 85 (which I absolutely love) and would like to supplement my viewing pleasures with photography through the scope. I have plenty of questions! First, I would really like to hand-hold the setup. Let's say I go the point-and-shoot route. Which camera would...
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    Multi-purpose binoculars

    Anybody have any recommendations for a friend of mine that is looking for a pair of binos (around $300) for astronomy, sporting events, etc etc?
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    Teleconverter on Canon 500mm f/4.5 (non-IS)

    Okay, I'm sure this type of question has been beat to death, but here goes. I'm looking for a 1.4x teleconverter for usage on a Canon 500mm f/4.5 that I'm thinking about buying. Two things are of importance to me: image quality and autofocus. Will the Canon 1.4x deliver higher quality on...
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    Any good?

    Sigma 500mm f/4.5 Pentax mount, early version without HSM. Is this lens any good? Being sold for $1500 locally. A deal or no?
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    Help with Sigma 500mm f/4.5!

    Hello all, I currently have a Canon 40D with 100-400IS lens. A very nice combination, but I salivate over having a 500mm prime. Unfortunately, the $3000-$6000 prices for such lenses are waaaay too high for me to spend. Haven't I spent enough on my current equipment, haha?! Therefore, I've...
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    RFI: Birding Florida June 21-28

    Hello all, I'll be in Florida in late June, basically for a family reunion sort of deal (which I'm dreading), but I'm going to sneak away every chance I get for some birding and herping. I'll be working out of Tampa, where the family has rented a home for the week. I'm trying to find sites...
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