Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 15, 2015, 06:27:08 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 15, 2015, 07:00:15 PM
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 15, 2015, 07:43:31 PM
Post by: dreamunelk on May 15, 2015, 08:01:59 PM
Post by: huntnphool on May 15, 2015, 08:32:57 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 15, 2015, 08:38:14 PM
Yeah I got the body only for way less. Just wondered what lenses would be better than those for film. How'd you like the video on it?
I haven't used the video because I keep forgetting it's on it.. Pictures are fabulous..
Post by: grandpawrichard on May 15, 2015, 09:31:01 PM
Dick
Post by: Bean Counter on May 16, 2015, 02:21:14 AM
I am nervous about the long term longevity of Sigma lenses, especially in the telephoto range. Their new Art lenses such as the 85mm & 50mm f/1.4 are said to be real home runs, but I haven't sampled any. Sigma seems to be better than Tamron, which is known for quality control issues and cheaper internal parts. If you really get into it and start beating your lens around like a pro, a "cheap" lens will be no bargain. Consider also your resale value down the line. I'm guessing Canon's hold their value better than the off brands. Just look around on Craigslist and compare what a used Tammy or Siggy is going for compared to its retail price.
If your primary "focus" (pardon the pun) will be video, then you should consider Canon's lenses with the STM (Stepping motor) as opposed to the USM (ultrasonic motor). The stepping motor is built for rolling video focus, whereas the USM is better at still photos. For giggles I recorded a few seconds of video on my 6d with my EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM and the image stabilization was so noisy that the video was junk from the start. I don't own a single STM lens and have no interest in them so I can't help ya on which to get.
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 16, 2015, 06:02:43 AM
Post by: huntnphool on May 16, 2015, 09:54:40 AM
Post by: bearpaw on May 16, 2015, 10:34:21 AM
This is about as good a thread on Canon lenses as you will find. http://www.huntfishnw.com/index.php?topic=908.msg8690#msg8690
That is some great info! :tup:
Post by: Bean Counter on May 16, 2015, 10:59:59 AM
This is about as good a thread on Canon lenses as you will find. http://www.huntfishnw.com/index.php?topic=908.msg8690#msg8690
That is some great info! :tup:
Nice and comprehensive list indeed.
But, at 5 years old, we need to lobby the good Pope to update that list. While Nikon's camera sensors continue to best Canon in dynamic range, Canon has handily kicked Nikon's butt in the lens department in the past few years. Namely the holy trinity of wedding photography lenses, which I believe are all newer than Pope's list.
- the 24-70mm f/2.8L Mark II
- the 70-200mm f/2.8L Mark II
- the 16-35mm f/4L IS
Canon also just released the rectilinear (non-fish eye) 11-24mm lens, which is so wide with straight lines it borders on obscene. This lens has now dethroned Nikon's 14-24mm ultra wide, which previously ruled the world of ultra wide amongst the big players. No offense to the wildlife shooters but IMHO these ultrawides are the hardest lenses to use artistically without being goofy.
Post by: Alchase on May 17, 2015, 09:59:47 AM
70-200 IS 2.8, is a fantastic lens, if that is out of your price rang the 70-300 f4 is a good lens for the price.
Post by: boneaddict on May 17, 2015, 10:07:34 AM
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 17, 2015, 11:04:36 AM
24-70 MarkII is on my wish list.
:yike: :yike: :yike:
That's price is crazy!
Post by: grandpawrichard on May 17, 2015, 11:15:58 AM
On my 7D I use a Canon 17-40 L f/4 as a walk around lens.
On my Wife's 7D she uses her Canon 24-105 L f/4 as a walk around lens.
If we are out on a photo shoot for Eagles or other wildlife:
On my 5D I use my Tamron 150-600 telephoto as a walk around lens.
On my 7D I use my Canon 400 L f5.6 as a walk around lens.
On my Wife's 7D she uses her Canon 300 IS L f/4 as her walk around lens.
Dick
Post by: Bean Counter on May 17, 2015, 12:05:06 PM
24-70 MarkII is on my wish list.
:yike: :yike: :yike:
That's price is crazy!
:chuckle: I remember having that reaction, even to a $500 lens.
better not look at the 55mm Zeiss Otus.. or Leica's holy grail: the 50mm f/0.95 Noctilux. Keep in mind that for these prices you get:
- No image stabilization
- A boring, "standard" focal length
- Manual focus only
- A fixed focal length/no zoom
I felt a lot better about throwing down $900 for my [used] Canon 50mm f/1.2L after looking at those :chuckle:
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 17, 2015, 02:59:55 PM
On my 5D Mark !! I use my Canon 24-105 L f/4 as a walk around lens.
On my 7D I use a Canon 17-40 L f/4 as a walk around lens.
On my Wife's 7D she uses her Canon 24-105 L f/4 as a walk around lens.
If we are out on a photo shoot for Eagles or other wildlife:
On my 5D I use my Tamron 150-600 telephoto as a walk around lens.
On my 7D I use my Canon 400 L f5.6 as a walk around lens.
On my Wife's 7D she uses her Canon 300 IS L f/4 as her walk around lens.
Dick
So my 70-300 sigma should be good multi use lens? Just wondering how it does video close up. I can manual focus it fine for close ups of stills.
Post by: grandpawrichard on May 18, 2015, 02:42:24 AM
Dick
Post by: Bean Counter on May 20, 2015, 03:12:22 PM
Reach out and touch someone.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1082152-REG/sigma_150_600mm_f_5_6_3_dg_os.html
I don't buy 'super zooms' myself. The sharper zooms tend to have less have less than 3x range from the lowest to highest mm (ex: 24-70mm, 70-200mm, etc). :twocents:
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on May 28, 2015, 07:04:12 AM
Post by: DIYARCHERYJUNKIE on June 11, 2015, 06:02:15 AM