Ah, that is pretty unusual/extreme. The rock sack method works well with
the 75-260 TX.
You've reminded me of my futile search for an ancient history accessory
called a "bean pod", which was a small pillow filled with styrofoam beads that
yo could rest the lens or the entire camera on. I did find something similar
but the price was outrageous.
Chris
>
>> Adding a weight to the bottom of the tripod column, such as a
>>sack of rocks or sand, helps to reduce the vibration.
>
>Not in this case. The vibration is above the tripod mount itself. The
>lens is so long and the weight so far out from the mount, that it will
>just start rocking. Then if there is a wind, it just starts to shake.
>
>Best results I got from the lens was with one hand placed out on the
>lens shade. I even hung things from the lens itself. Anything to add
>mass that would counter the harmonics. It's about the only lens I've
>ever used that had this problem to this extent. Another technique I
>would use is setting it on my rolled up coat, laying on the hood of my
>car.
>
>I think the lens is really great for "lock-down" usage. The focus
>method is among worse-ever. These days, with my moon pictures, I
>wouldn't mind having one again, but it's far too specialized of a lens
>for me to invest in.
>
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