Meyer-Optik Grlitz Orestegor/Pentacon f/5.6 500mm

Awesome lense Ive had this lense on my ‘want’ list for a while. When I had the money saved, I jumped on it. I do a lot of bird photography and this lense does not disappoint. I’ve also used it for close ups. You need about 10 feet distance for the close ups. My previous lense (a 70-200) lense did not zoom feature. I have to remind myself to use it. It is a heavy lense, so some type of support is needed. This details in my pictures are great within its focal range.

Great results for a multi-focus lens at this price, but not a prime Great lens, my only issue is if you are photographing anything that is more vertical in view, the lens barrel will not stay in desired position and will roll back on itself. (NO LOCKING MECHANISM IN OTHER POSITIONS OTHER THAN 200mm) So I use duct tape to keep the lens barrel from rolling back on itself to the 200mm position. Since it is not a prime lens there is a lot of weight that is being extended forward. Simple solution to a minor issue. Works great with a 2x TC taking it to a whole new level!!! Image of the moon was the first time out for me on this lens… working on refining the focus, this will come in time. ;)

You Won't Believe Your Eyes I bought this lens to upgrade from the Tamron 150-600mm f5.6-6.3 zoom lens. I am a sports photographer for a local newspaper in Colorado. When I saw the first images shot with this lens and my Nikon D4, my jaw dropped. My editor's comment was "AWESOME!". THIS lens is well worth the money if you shoot sports or wildlife. They say one picture is worth a thousand words. See for yourself. It's simple really. Get NIKON glass if you shoot Nikon bodies. Yes, they're more expensive, but well worth the money if you do this professionally or are serious about your photography. This lens is perhaps the best zoom lens Nikon makes. It focuses really quick and holds focus. The bokeh as you can see, is perfect.