Re: [KOML] Aerials

[Gregg Laiben <glaiben@unicom.net>]

At 22:34 1/29/99 -0800, Jim wrote:
>When I use the Koni I shoot with the 90 & 180mm lenses. I like the 90mm
>best because it is easier to compose in the viewfinder, I do not have a
>sports finder. I also have a difficult time focusing the KO when in the
>air. The ground objects are passing by at 100 mph making it difficult to
>pick out an object to focus on. Maybe I just need more practice. :) Jim

I too have used the Koni for aerial shots with good success.  Regarding
focus, most (if not all) aerial shots will be taken at infinity.
Therefore, before departure, focus on a distant object and focus.  To
prevent movement of the setting, you may want to tape the focus adjustment
in place.

...gregg