The 400 Challenge.
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The Canon 400mm f/5.6 is a super sharp lens with low chromatic aberration and wonderful colors. But the absence of image stabilization will push for high shutter speeds and high ISO. Unless you do not mind using a steady tripod all the time. This challenge helps me find out that I need a super-telephoto zoom instead of a single focal, in order to make a better composition. Also, realize that I need a "Stabilization" feature for those handheld and windy situations.
(Spanish: este lente Canon 400mm f/5.6 es un lente con una óptica excelente. Pero la ausencia de "Estabilizador" limita a solo usar velocidades altas y elevado ISO. Este Reto me ayudo a realizar que necesito un zoom en vez de una sola focal. Y también "Estabilizador" en el lente, para situaciones a mano y mucha brisa).
(Image taken with: Canon XSi + Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L
(Camera Settings: ISO: 400, 1/350, F/8, tripod, timer).
(Edit on: ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate).
(Location: Lake Monroe, Enterprise, Florida).