arun_seetharam

Hey Rayan, what do you mean any less than 2/100th. you mean 1/100th was the speed? or 1/50th :-)

Higher appertures (such as 11, 16 etc.) are always better haan?

I just bought this lens (80-400 VR) from B&H after hearing so much about its VR

feature, Sharpness, Lightness and so on. But I am yet to snap up a razor sharp

picture. I have been using Nikon gear for over 15 years. Currently use this lens

with a D200. I shoot birds, wildlife, landscape etc.

This is how I use. Usually Apperture Priority. F7 to F9

The it shows the shutter speed at 1/250. Day light, hand held. The picture comes

soft. I turn on the VR. Same or further softer!! Like a shake almost. I give it

a second and all that.

I think it could also be the complex focus area selection of D200. I tried so

many shots. I am yet to jump out at one saying 'Wow'. But my 80-200 2.8 does a

better job anytime.

Are there any tips and tricks you could share with me on this combo (D200 -

80-400VR) to get better pictures?

Help me Geniuses!!

Arun