On the fence and need help - 300mm f/2.8L IS or the 400mm f/2.8L IS?
You can also use a 2x (or 1.4x) on the 300mm when you need more "reach". Won't hurt the speed that much. The 1.4x gives you a 420mm f/4 lens.
I wouldn't use either extender on an f/4 lens though. Well, maybe.
Matthew
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My tilt "rule" is it has to add more of the subject. If it's done for no reason (or I have to tilt my head to look at it), then it doesn't work. But if you use a tilt to add more of the figure, like adding the feet or hands, then it's good (and looks natural).
Just my 2¢
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Learning about the diagonal line in composition too early is the same as learning the rule of thirds. They tend to use it ALL the time.
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MLK Studios Photography School
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I've shot with both. I wouldn't get the 400 f/2.8 unless I had to use the FL. It makes a great hat though.
I love love LOVE the 300 f/2.8. With a TC 1.4 you barely lose any quality and you don't lose a lot of light.
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