From: Gary Reese <pcacala@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
The balance of the 85-250 is superb when using the tripod collar. It'll
make you wish the collar was adaptable to more long lenses. There is a
sense of rigidity in this combo. But the large number of elements and
older design are psychologically a stumbling block for me and keeps me
from using it.
No psychological hangups here. The 85-250/5 is my most commonly used lens
for landscape in the Midwest USA. I sometimes take a bagful of lenses and
the zoom is the only one I use. I love everything about that lens except
the speed.
I agree about the tripod mount. I can't imagine using the lens without it
and have only taken about 3 photos with the lens handheld.
Joel W.
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