Optical test

Moving on with the tests on my latest lens the Samyang 500 mm f/6.3, here is a very objective comparison to give an idea of the level of magnification and optical performance this cheap lens is capable of.

Traveling

Satisfaction with the 500mm reflex lens increases as I explore its potential in different situations. This time I took a number of shots holding it by hand during an afternoon next to the Lisbon international airport main runway. It was quite a challenge because of the moving targets, the lens being a pain to focus, and the fact that the camera was being held by hand. But the results seem to tell the rest...

To finish this topic full circle, here is a bit of cruise ship spotting, from the comfort of my balcony. These photos and videos were taken with a tripod and the 2x teleconverter added, resulting in a focal length of 1000 mm:

World Photography Day

Coincidentally, after having purchased an exotic lens for my camera and some days of wait for the F-Mount adapter, yesterday during the World Photography Day, I finally managed to test the lens. Aware of the shortcomings of this lens, still I was very pleased with the results, which I must say, open doors to different types of photographic work.

The lens is a Samyang 500mm f/6.3 mirror prime: