{"id":89828,"date":"2024-04-06T12:33:15","date_gmt":"2024-04-06T16:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.birdsasart-blog.com\/?p=89828"},"modified":"2025-03-07T10:29:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T14:29:07","slug":"where-does-the-sony-300m-f-2-8-gm-lens-fit-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.birdsasart-blog.com\/baa\/2024\/04\/06\/where-does-the-sony-300m-f-2-8-gm-lens-fit-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Does the Sony 300m f\/2.8 GM Lens Fit for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your Calls?<\/h3>\n

Which of today’s two featured images is the strongest? Why? <\/p>\n

One thing about Image #1 does bug me. What is it? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Join me in Little Rock, Arkansas this May for a great weekend of learning and fun. You can check out any and all of the latest\/greatest photo gear. If you know any good nearby spots for bird photography, and\/or if you would like a free (5-image) portfolio review, shoot me an e-mail.<\/a>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

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Little Rock Photo EXPO
\nA Bedford Event: Inspire, Learn, Discover
\nHUGE TWO DAY INTERACTIVE TRADE-SHOW
\nMay 17-18, 2024
\nState House Convention Center
\n101 E. Markham St., Little Rock, Arkansas<\/h3>\n

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\u200bDon’t miss the Photo Expo in Little Rock! Regardless of your experience level, join hundreds of photographers, as we take over Little Rock on May 17-18, 2024. The Little Rock Photo Expo offers a remarkable experience packed with presentations, hands-on demonstrations, and a massive trade show featuring all the major photographic companies. Explore the latest gear, trade in your old camera equipment, and gain valuable insights from our experts. Get up close and personal with world-renowned keynote speakers and seize countless unique photo opportunities. Bring your camera and get ready for a weekend of fun, learning, and inspiration to elevate YOUR photography to new heights.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to learn more and follow the links to see the schedule of events and\/or register. Use this discount code at checkout to save $20.00: VIPEXPO24.<\/p>\n

What’s Up?<\/h3>\n

With a variable south breeze on Friday morning, I had a great session. With a strong NW wind on Saturday morning, and continuing clear skies, things were much more difficult.<\/p>\n

I e-mailed a link to the 300mm f\/2.8 lens guide yesterday to the nine folks who used one of my affiliate links to purchase this amazing lens. <\/p>\n

Today is Saturday 6 April 2024. Whatever you opt to do, I hope that you also have a great day. Remember: happiness is a choice. <\/p>\n

Don’t look now, but this blog post makes seven days in a row with a new educational post just for you. <\/p>\n

Please, therefore, remember to use the B&H links that are found on most blog pages and to use the BIRDSASART discount code at checkout when purchasing your new gear from Bedfords to get 3% back on your credit card and enjoy free second-day air FedEx. Please, also, consider joining a BAA IPT<\/a>. You will be amazed at how much you will learn! <\/p>\n

If an item \u2014 a Delkin flash card, or a tripod head \u2014 for example, that is available from B&H and\/or Bedfords, is also available in the BAA Online Store, it would be great, and greatly appreciated, if you would opt to purchase from us. We will match any price. Please remember also to use my B&H affiliate links or to earn 3% cash back at Bedfords by using the BIRDSASART discount code at checkout for your major gear purchases. Doing either often earns you free guides and\/or discounts. And always earns my great appreciation.<\/p>\n

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Save 15%!<\/h3>\n

If you’d like to try out a new lens or if you need a lens for a specific trip or project (or for an IPT), LensRentals.com<\/a> is the only way to go. To save 15%, simply click on the logo link above, arrange for your rental, and type in BIRDSASART15. If you type the gear you are looking for in the search box, it will pop right up. LensRentals.com<\/a> offers affordable insurance. You can decline it, opt for LensCap: Damage Only, or select LensCap: Damage & Theft. Then hit PROCEED TO CHECKOUT. After you enter all of your info but before completing your order, be sure to scroll down to Promo Code box and enter the BIRDSASART15 code to save 15%. <\/p>\n

I checked on renting a Sony FE 70-200mm f\/2.8 GM OSS II lens for a week. The cost is only $122.00. LensCap: Damage Only coverage can be added for a very low $18.00. Going with LensCap: Damage & Theft would be $27.00. The shipping charge varies. They offer an interesting program called Lensrentals HD<\/em>. By signing up for this shipping discount program ($99.00\/year), you’ll get free Standard Shipping on all the orders you place.<\/p>\n

Renting a Sony 600mm f\/4 GM OSS lens for a week will cost you $536.00. The two coverage options come in at $76.00 or $114.00. Less your 15% discount when you enter the BIRDSASART15 code into the Promo Code box at checkout and enter the BIRDSASART15 code in the Promo Code box at checkout to save 15%. <\/p>\n

Remember, to save the 15% on your rental you must start your search by clicking on the logo above, or on this link: LensRentals.com<\/a> <\/p>\n


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B&H<\/h3>\n

To ensure that I get credit for your B&H purchases, you can always click here.<\/a> The tracking is invisible but greatly appreciated. And, you can use your PayBoo card. You must use the website to order. B&H will reopen on Fri April 14. Thanking me for the past 4000 educational blog posts could not be any easier and will not cost you one penny. Please shoot me your B&H receipt for major purchases. <\/p>\n

Many folks have written recently stating that they purchased a Sony a1 from B&H and would like their free membership in the Sony 1 Info and Updates Group, a $150.00 value. When I check my affiliate account, their orders have not been there. When I let them know that they get credit for B&H purchases only if they use one of the many B&H affiliate links on the blog <\/em><\/strong> or begin their searches with this link<\/a>, they are always disappointed. If in doubt, please contact me via e-mail<\/a> and request a BH link. I am always glad to help and to guide you to the right gear.<\/p>\n

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Bedfords Simplified<\/h3>\n

Click here<\/a> to start your search. Choose standard shipping, and when you get to the payment page, enter BIRDSASART in the discount code box and hit apply. You will be upgraded to free second day air Fed-Ex and receive 3% cash back on your credit card once your stuff ships. Either is greatly appreciated by yours truly. <\/p>\n

Bedfords Amazing BAA Discount Policy <\/h3>\n

Folks who have fallen in love with Bedfords can now use the BIRDSASART coupon code at checkout to enjoy a post-purchase, 3% off-statement credit (excluding taxes and shipping charges) on orders paid with a credit card. The 3% credit will be refunded to the card you used for your purchase. Be sure, also, to check the box for free shipping to enjoy free Second Day Air Fed-Ex. This offer does not apply to purchases of Classes, Gift Cards, prior purchases.<\/p>\n

Visit the Bedfords website here<\/a>, shoot Steve Elkins an e-mail<\/a>, or text him on his cell phone at (479) 381-2592. <\/p>\n

Gear Questions and Advice<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Too many folks attending BAA IPTs and dozens of photographers whom I see in the field and on BPN<\/a>, are — out of ignorance — using the wrong gear, especially when it comes to tripods and more especially, tripod heads. And the same is true in spades when ordering new camera bodies or lenses. My advice will often stave you some serious money and may help you avoid making a seriously bad choice. Please know that I am always glad to answer your gear questions via e-mail.<\/a> If you are desperate, you can try me on my cell at 863-221-2372. Please leave a message and shoot me a text if I do not pick up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This image was created on 5 April 2024 down by the lake near my home in Indian Lake Estates, FL. working from the front seat of my SUV, I used the handheld Sony FE 300mm f\/2.8 GM OSS Lens (Sony E)<\/a> with the Sony FE 2x Teleconverter<\/a> and the ridiculously amazing Sony a9 III Mirrorless Camera<\/a>. The exposure was determined via Zebra technology with ISO on the Thumb Dial. ISO 800: 1\/4000 sec. at f\/5.6 (wide open) in Manual mode. When evaluated in RawDigger,<\/a> the raw file brightness was determined to be dead solid perfect. AWB at 8:21:38am on a clear sunny morning. <\/p>\n

Tracking Zone\/AF-C with Bird Face\/Eye detection enabled performed to perfection. Be sure to click on the image to enjoy the high-res version.<\/p>\n

Image #1: Cattle Egret grabbing tiny insect\n