WOO HOO , Just got my New Camera

[BOWHUNTER45]

I drove around thomas R.D and it was crazy all the birds I seen ...I did pull up to a young eagle and was just getting my camera out of my pack when he decided to take off  Keep up the good work 

[grandpawrichard]

That happens a lot! We drive around with our cameras out and ready on the center console of the rig, but we still miss photos due to not being quick enough!

Dick

[Fishhuntmike]

Congratulations on the new camera.

For a critter lens the 400 f5.6L won't disappoint if you learn to shoot in Manual mode and shoot wide open.  The 300 f4L might be a good idea and you could couple it with a Tamron 1.4x multiplier for more reach.  With a solid rest the 400 f5.6 is great with the Tamron 1.4x for 560mm f8, but again a steady rest and some good light.

[benbo30]

benbo,
I definitely have a 300 f4IS  L. My wife uses it all the time and she absolutely loves it!  Here's a photo she took with that lens:



I personally use a Canon 400 f5.6 L lens myself for a little longer reach, but I loose 1 f stop with it. But I don't ever have a problem with that. Even in a dark concert hall I have pulled off some awesome shots.



You definitely are on the right track by going to L series lenses! Good Glass like an L series has will produce magnificent shots! 

(take a look at my signature for what I use. )

Dick

awesome , thats a great photo your wife took , im gonna see if i can make a deal with the person selling it. 

[huntnphool]

The 300 IS is a great lens for outdoors.