Consider this….As the newer model dslr’s come out with higher and higher effective MP’s, it is important to realize how a lens performs on various camera bodies…let’s do a quick comparison concerning how many megapixels we really need…..the main point of this post is ….

keep in mind that a higher MP camera certainly will show some more detail that we all seem to crave….BUT….and it’s a BIG  but….it will also show the flaws of any given lens JUST AS MUCH…….. for instance, the lower end  18-105mm kit lens that comes with many of the new Nikon D7000′s….that lens performs much better on the D300 than on the D7000, simply because the higher MP D7000 brings out the inabilities of the lens more than a lower MP body does….

I guess my point is this.  It is important to have a good camera body with the features you use and need the most and perhaps Megapixels of 10 to 12………AFTER THAT ………put your hard earned money into lens instead…….In future posts we could discuss this more….but I can not stress enough how important lens quality is over camera Megapixel total

the photo here shows D300 with 300mm F2.8 AF-S on bogen 3249b monopod using RRS clamps and plates…..another option here would be the FABULOUS 300mm F4 AF-S……..outstanding image quality for a fraction of $$$$$

stay tuned for more fun posts……I encourage any comments or questions. 

If you shoot in a kayak now and you are hand-holding your gear…..why not give this a try….MONOPOD….

These are inexpensive and worth their weight in gold. I use a Bogen 3249B  model and i simply screw on a clamp made by Wimberley or RRS to the pod….it threads right on to the pod’s mounting bolt……on your lens goes the lens plate which slides into the jaws of your clamp….This set-up is quick, secure, and works so well to be ready for action in an instant…  It helps if your lens had a rotating collar so you can switch from horizontal to vertical in a flash.

Please note….I said 3249B….the “B” is for black, in my opinion quite important.  When you are out there in the angled early morning or late day light….a silver monopod will produce glare and you’ll stick out like a sore thumb to the animals. Same thing goes for your paddle.

This is MooseMan’s tip of the week….I am totally available by email for any questions on where, how, and why to get the gear….more than glad to help

It is QUIET….have you ever tried walking around the woods in quiet mode trying not to snap any twigs underfoot….You need to be looking ahead for animal movement, not watching the ground underneath.

Notice in the photo here the large open cockpit on this kayak. I use two different boats, THE OTTER @ 9ft……and THE LOON @ 11ft……..This is the LOON shown here, a wonderful boat that tracks well and yet is easy to navigate in shallow water.

#1 priority to get out of the way is getting your gear safe….As I have mentioned before, DO NOT buy a “dry bag”. Time and time again, your camera will be in the bag when you need it rather than right there to grab in an instant.  Get the biggest beach towel you can find…fold it in half so it hangs the long way….drape in the bottom of your kayak…..cushion your gear on it…….and fold over the beach towel to cover it up when paddling..

More to come later on..
Rick

There will be updates on the site as it moves forward.

The type of kayak is important too. Be sure to get one that has large open cockpit area for your gear….NOT the kind you squeeze yourself into…

I will be posting more on this in future but check out my MooseMan website for more info… and THINK SPRING….

SO…………IF ANY THOUGHTS, let’s hear them, but that is where things are headed……..IT’LL BE MORE FUN…….