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Re: [OM] tripod mounting 180/2.8 + Oly 2X?

Subject: Re: [OM] tripod mounting 180/2.8 + Oly 2X?
From: "Tom Scales" <tscales@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 05:56:41 -0400
I use the combo regularly, and pretty much always handle-hold it.  I just
support the weight of the lens with my left hand and hold the body with my
right -- not really much stress.

Tom

> Just got an Zuiko 2X converter. Attach it to the 180/2.8 and it looks
> almost as impressive as a 350/5.6 :-) Question: do I have to worry about
> mounting the combo on a tripod / monopod? The camera is an OM-4(T). Is the
> lensmount strong enough?
>
> Also, is the Beattie screen as good or better than the Olympus 2-3 screen
> in terms of brightness? I have the beattie screen but the focusing circle
> goes half dark nevertheless. I just tested it tonight so it probably will
> be better in normal shooting situation, but just wondering.
>
> Thanks.
>
> // richard



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