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A word about the new lens

OIS Marigold (I think) found in Old Town square – handheld

A short comment about the Fujifilm XF16-80mm f4.0 lens. Loving it! Crisp images. I’m impressed with the how close I can get for macro images. It is silent compared to the XF18-55mm f2.8-4.0 lens. The focus is almost negligible. I was worried at first with the OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) because it is so quick. Thought I may have a bad lens but some experimenting let me know it does it’s job. At my age the OIS is a nice plus. For sure making me a better photographer. ðŸ˜Š 

Retired. Having fun with photography. Journal daily. Meditate daily. Learning haiku/poetry. Have a love for fountain pens.

6 Comments

  • Tom Dills

    I often tend to under-appreciate the benefits of updated technology and was at first hesitant about any benefits to that lens. My own experience with it bears out your comments. I haven’t done much close-up work with it but will have to make a point of it now!

  • Cedric

    Yep, things like OIS, eye-detect autofocus, wide dynamic range, etc. are things that we end up taking for granted rather quickly but which tend to have a significant impact on the quality of images. My daughter who only shoots film for her still photography has come to realise how far photography has come in terms of technology. I dare say that many young people would not understand what they have at their disposal these days, which is fair enough when it’s all you’ve known.
    Anyway, I for one, am really glad that you got your new camera and lens. Finally, you can be a good photographer now that you have the right gear 😉 LOL

    • Monte Stevens

      Absolutely, Cedric! Finally I have the right gear!

      I agree the younger generation has no idea how much easier their photography is due to the advanced technology they have. In fact I may be more complacent than I would admit. I’m also aware that some of the technology has allowed me to be more open to what’s before me rather than getting caught up on the mechanics and the exposure or my eyesight. And, we can also spend some time ranting about the software we have available for us. All powerful tools. However, I’m glad I grew up on film and mechanical cameras.