Canon EF 35mm f/2 [Archive] - Page 2 - Canon Digital Photography Forums

Layston

14th of January 2009 (Wed), 11:31

Has anyone here had a chance to compare it to the 28/2.8?

There are so many lenses in this category...
Canon 35mm f/2
Canon 35mm f/1.4L
Canon 28mm f/1.8
Canon 28mm f/2.8
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 (for corp only)
Sigma 28mm f/1.8
Tokina 35mm f/2.8 Macro
I won't even talk about or add the 24mm lenses.

It's very hard to find the right comparisons, but I think that the Canon 28mm f/2.8 gets overlooked a lot because at f/2.8 most people have a zoom lens that can do f/2.8 at 28mm if they are into zooms. If they aren't into zooms, then they probably want the f/1.8 version. The 35mm f/2 is a good compromise as its faster than f/2.8 but not the price of a f/1.8 or f/1.4 lens. I've been eyeing the Sigma 28mm f/1.8 but the size annoys me in comparison to say my 50mm f/1.4 or the 35mm f/2 or even Sigma's own 30mm f/1.4.

This review pokes a lot of holes at the 28mm f/2.8:
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-28mm-f-2.8-Lens-Review.aspx

ozziepuppy

14th of January 2009 (Wed), 22:02

Well, I have only had a chance to play around for a little bit since mine arrived yesterday. First of all, as a noob, the "noise" does not bother me at all, so that's good. I thought it would be really LOUD, but it isn't. Have not had a chance to try it with the CP or outside at all. From just messing with it, it seems sharp to me. Can't wait to try it outside. And it is little!

Jason C

15th of January 2009 (Thu), 01:25

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3383/3178504237_060436a9e8_o.jpg

40D--1/30th sec @ f/2--iso 100--PP in Elements 5.0

canonxtip

15th of January 2009 (Thu), 20:01

I realized how much I miss 35/2 after I sold it so I ordered a brand new one. :)

ozziepuppy

18th of January 2009 (Sun), 21:31

Here are some informal photos that I took with my Canon 35mm f/2.0 yesterday. (They don''t download very fast--please be patient as I wanted them to be as high quality as possible for viewing.) :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3335/3207892493_47dcb6d5ea_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3437/3208727552_3532e807f2_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3446/3208741622_76bf82a8b6_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3404/3208725256_4b6a7b54d7_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3360/3207879311_f60aa6d908_b.jpg

I can's believe that I only paid $240 for this lens, brand-new. I think it is my favorite lens at this point. :D

hammer418

18th of January 2009 (Sun), 23:35

Great photos, and beautiful feline, Marci.
The lens is definitely a spectacular bargain, as you noted. :)

ozziepuppy

19th of January 2009 (Mon), 21:52

Thanks, Mike. These are really the first photos that I have been happy with since I got my XSi. The 35 2.0 is doing a lot to help curb my L Lens Lust, LOL.

ppucci

11th of February 2009 (Wed), 12:43

Why is it so hard to find this lens?

S-S

11th of February 2009 (Wed), 17:16

Why is it so hard to find this lens?

well, it is fairly small...
compared to some others anyhow :D

srsuser

13th of February 2009 (Fri), 01:44

Need some more samples. I don't care about how loud it is when it focuses. Looking at either this lens or the 50 f/1.4

madhatter04

13th of February 2009 (Fri), 18:36

Here:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3515/3242252081_0b30f2179a_o.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3363/3242377427_75b6bb27fa_o.jpg

shaftmaster

15th of February 2009 (Sun), 22:42

Here's a another sample showing the 5-blade aperture effect on the out of focus highlights. The 35mm f/2 is a 20-year old design so thought you should understand that. I think it's a bargain lens for under $300 and is nice and small for carrying in your pocket.

342728

srsuser

22nd of February 2009 (Sun), 18:49

So hard to find one. :(

Moooney

8th of March 2009 (Sun), 18:48

i just got a used one from a potn member. works great!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v89/Mooney/IMG_3059.jpg

paten

9th of March 2009 (Mon), 03:36

Here's 2 from me using 5D
http://i39.tinypic.com/2cwwlue.jpg
http://i40.tinypic.com/nlsvuv.jpg

red hot sheep

13th of March 2009 (Fri), 10:19

Anyone got any comparison shots between f4 and f2? I have a 24-105 and want to see just how much more background separation I could get!

Moooney

16th of March 2009 (Mon), 18:46

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v89/Mooney/IMG_3500.jpg

Karl Johnston

16th of March 2009 (Mon), 23:48

So hard to find one. :(
http://mcbaincamera.com/productdetail.php?mcbain_id=0201630

srsuser

17th of March 2009 (Tue), 02:06

http://mcbaincamera.com/productdetail.php?mcbain_id=0201630
Wow the price is ridiculous.

msowsun

17th of March 2009 (Tue), 06:21

$399 Canadian is worth ony $314 USD so it isn't really that bad.

Canadian prices are higher because all individuals and businesses pay A LOT of taxes. All this tax gets passed down to the end consumer, one way or another.

Medic85

20th of March 2009 (Fri), 07:56

How fast does this little guy focus? I know it's not USM but still...

msowsun

20th of March 2009 (Fri), 08:06

AFD focus is noisy, but it is also very fast on a small lens like the 35mm f/2

Medic85

20th of March 2009 (Fri), 08:11

Thanks. I can't decide if I want this or something wider. I recently sold my 85 so I could fund something wider but now I can't figure out what I want to do:(

Tee Why

22nd of March 2009 (Sun), 01:15

Just got this lens used from a member here.
Big thanks to the seller.
Three quick impromtu snaps at my buddies backyard just after getting the lens.
1.
http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/496192777_nBF6t-XL.jpg

2.
http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/496194816_5Wi8c-XL.jpg

Dorman

22nd of March 2009 (Sun), 09:58

Looks good TeeWhy!

I regret selling this little gem. I've been wanting to pick up a 35L but I may grab another 35mm f/2 for two reasons: 1. to make sure I use it enough again, and 2. to avoid buying something 5x the cost(in canada) during the recession.

condyk

22nd of March 2009 (Sun), 10:06

Thanks. I can't decide if I want this or something wider. I recently sold my 85 so I could fund something wider but now I can't figure out what I want to do:(

It makes a great walkaround on a FF but not wide enough for a crop. The 24mm 2.8 is also a great little lenss on FF if you like wider, or a good walkies on crop.

tcphoto1

22nd of March 2009 (Sun), 10:14

A little outing to an event at the Georgia Aquarium.

kitacanon

22nd of March 2009 (Sun), 14:19

I figured I'd shoot some samples...of the preserve in front of my house...my 'testing' ground...shot with 30D, RAW files flat/neutral settings except for 2 on the sharpening scale in DPP...reduced from 350ppi to 175...so kinda big to post directly...click on link and click again on the photo to see in full resolution
files marked by Fstop...e.g. 3502 being F2
http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/438/3502p175h.jpg
http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/884/3504p175.jpg
http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/2661/3508p175.jpg

Tee Why

24th of March 2009 (Tue), 00:40

Well, I went to my old spot, the Griffith Observatory to test out a few shots. With the setting sun, I really wished for a hood, but it's still on the way from NY.

Going through a batch of shots, the lens is pretty darn sharp. Not 135mm f2L sharp but pretty darn good. The color temp is a bit cool but oh well, that can be adjusted in processing.

Here is a sample shot at f16 on a 5D. Shot in RAW and processed as I'd normally would. Sorry, if I like a bit more sharpening than some. But this is more real world sample for me.

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/497825606_KwMMQ-XL.jpg

Now the extreme right on the roof of the shot 100%
http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/497823611_RVviz-O.jpg

Now the extreme left of the shot at 100%
http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/497823575_AreFx-O.jpg

More than enough resolving power for me. Now onto taking pics with it.

Photon Phil

25th of March 2009 (Wed), 20:06

Love mine 35 f/2. Below are at f2.2 I believe.

I have others I may post at taken at f10. Plenty of sharpness to go around on this little gem.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v621/1-bright-idea/IMG_50182.jpg

100%
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v621/1-bright-idea/cropeye.jpg

Jason C

25th of March 2009 (Wed), 23:28

Here are several dinosaurs working in this image; the EF 35/2, the 1D and my friend...and they all can still Rock.

This one is wide open at iso 200. Just a couple of small clicks in DPP.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3462/3386918784_eab772546d_o.jpg

Moooney

27th of March 2009 (Fri), 14:43

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v89/Mooney/IMG_3721.jpg

Jason C

29th of March 2009 (Sun), 00:42

Here is another with the 35/2 wide open, but taken with the 40D...no crop.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3555/3394490764_560d9ecc23_o.jpg

madhatter04

30th of March 2009 (Mon), 21:05

f/2.8 on my 5D. I used a friend's 35L the other day and I do believe I will not be spending the $1000+ to upgrade my little 35mm f/2!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3468/3400574130_e531323d6a_o.jpg

ALaS

2nd of April 2009 (Thu), 13:35

Excellent separation!

Photon Phil

10th of April 2009 (Fri), 17:06

A few more from the 35 f2 at 2.2 or a stop more.

sesshin

10th of April 2009 (Fri), 17:17

Now the extreme right on the roof of the shot 100%
http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/497823611_RVviz-O.jpg

wow that is sharp!

Tee Why

10th of April 2009 (Fri), 17:26

Yeah, it's a good lens.
I love cheap primes with great optics.

Eyies

16th of June 2009 (Tue), 08:23

What a small sample of pics..

mirkoc

17th of June 2009 (Wed), 03:39

With 400D and 5D.

Jason C

21st of July 2009 (Tue), 01:05

35/2 + 1D + CS3
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3556/3668863605_8f233fc9db_o.jpg

hammer418

21st of July 2009 (Tue), 01:18

...at f/2.5

http://hammer418.smugmug.com/photos/594048466_FP6qQ-L.jpg

marcin_s18

4th of August 2009 (Tue), 12:51

My first post here... 5D + 35/2@f2
http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/5193/img0266g.jpg

Double Negative

6th of August 2009 (Thu), 07:26

^ Brilliant shot!

jacobsen1

8th of August 2009 (Sat), 20:35

this lens came Wednesday, so I took it to my son's daycares poolparty:
1
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-74-week-update/img_1095.jpg

2
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-74-week-update/img_1110.jpg

3
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-74-week-update/img_1121.jpg

4
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-74-week-update/img_1136.jpg

5
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-74-week-update/img_1138.jpg

LOVE IT!!! I had maybe one focus miss which very well could have been me? My only issue is @ f/2.0 the DOF gets deep quick as you move back. So I can see why the 1.4 is so popular because I'd bet that entire stop of DOF will make a difference. But this lens is so small and so light it's a nice change. The FL is also different enough from my 24 and 50 I like it a lot.

DonJuanMair

14th of August 2009 (Fri), 19:36

I'm considering this lens, but have a few questions, was wondering if owners can help me out.

I already have the 50mm but I was thinking of getting this for wider portraits, do you think its worth it if I already own the 50mm?

Jason C

15th of August 2009 (Sat), 01:25

mrloofer

19th of August 2009 (Wed), 07:57

Here's a few. Let me just say this is my favorite lens right now.

http://www.alanlougher.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/wpid1062-img-1666-edit.jpg

http://www.alanlougher.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/img_1664-edit-2.jpg

http://www.alanlougher.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/img_0024-edit-3.jpg

http://www.alanlougher.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/wpid917-img-0332-edit.jpg

http://www.alanlougher.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/wpid885-img-9854-edit.jpg

versedmb

19th of August 2009 (Wed), 19:53

^ -wow - who needs the 35L!! ;)

jrscls

19th of August 2009 (Wed), 20:04

Some great shots here!

showtm490

19th of August 2009 (Wed), 20:12

and to think i was about to sell mine but now i remembered just how much i like it.

jacobsen1

19th of August 2009 (Wed), 21:52

some more from last week (I've been using it for my PAD shots):
http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-75-week-update/img_1585.jpg

http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-75-week-update/img_1598.jpg

http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-75-week-update/img_1594.jpg

http://www.benjacobsen.com/wp-content/gallery/eaj-75-week-update/img_1601.jpg

^ -wow - who needs the 35L!! ;)

very impressive shots, no doubt, but I can speak to the 35L a bit. I have a 24L and I've already noticed the lack of separation with the 35mm because it's limited to 2.0. It's fine if you're up close to your subjects, but as soon as you try to get any working distance at all f/2 and 35mm start giving you more DOF than I'd like at times.... For the money, the f/2 version is a hell of a value, but I can see how some people want/need the 1.4... Personally I bought the f/2 version for a few reasons. First I love overlooked lenses. :lol: Second it's size/price/weight is awesome. Third is my wife uses our XSi but hates any of my lenses because they're too big. This lens is smaller than her kit lens and is a nice FL on a cropper as well. But finally I will admit, I got it to test the 35mm waters with a prime. I try to do that taping my zooms to FLs, but the lack of fast apertures means that never really works for me.

I LOVE the f/2 version, but the shallower DOF of the 1.4/L is tempting if money grew on trees. But the size is almost as big a turn off as the size of the pricetag....

mrcoons

20th of August 2009 (Thu), 06:02

very impressive shots, no doubt, but I can speak to the 35L a bit. I have a 24L and I've already noticed the lack of separation with the 35mm because it's limited to 2.0. It's fine if you're up close to your subjects, but as soon as you try to get any working distance at all f/2 and 35mm start giving you more DOF than I'd like at times.... For the money, the f/2 version is a hell of a value, but I can see how some people want/need the 1.4... Personally I bought the f/2 version for a few reasons. First I love overlooked lenses. :lol: Second it's size/price/weight is awesome. Third is my wife uses our XSi but hates any of my lenses because they're too big. This lens is smaller than her kit lens and is a nice FL on a cropper as well. But finally I will admit, I got it to test the 35mm waters with a prime. I try to do that taping my zooms to FLs, but the lack of fast apertures means that never really works for me.

I LOVE the f/2 version, but the shallower DOF of the 1.4/L is tempting if money grew on trees. But the size is almost as big a turn off as the size of the pricetag....

I agree Ben, I love the size of this lens. It was perfect FL for me on my 30D when I had a telephoto lens on my 40D. I recently picked up a used 5D but I have not tried this lens on it. I suspect it will be too wide for my needs though, as I used this lens for wide angle performing arts shots. I'll have to test this out soon. I'd considered renting a 35L just to see if the difference was really worth the investment and I may still do that as I really like the 35mm as a walk around FL.

Double Negative

21st of August 2009 (Fri), 11:19

Great shots, guys!

I've said it all along, this lens might be "old school" but it is outstanding.

Promotion House

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 12:43

How does the 35mm f2 compare shooting with a zoom lens at the same focal length and settings, f2.8-f8.0? I have the Tamron 17-50mm, besides being alittle faster em I gaining any IQ or focusing speed?

Double Negative

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 13:32

^ IQ probably, but likely not focus speed. The 35mm f/2 uses Canon's original AFD, or "Arc Form Drive" focus motor... Which gives it the "bee in a matchbox" association. :)

SnapLocally.com

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 13:39

How does the 35mm f2 compare shooting with a zoom lens at the same focal length and settings, f2.8-f8.0? I have the Tamron 17-50mm, besides being alittle faster em I gaining any IQ or focusing speed?

If you don't plan on shooting under f/2.8, skip it.

I own both the 35 f/2 and the Tamron 17-50, and I enjoy both, but I use them for different tasks. In bright environments, the Tamron gives me more flexibility. When I need speed, both in af and shutter, especially in limited lighting, the 35 is my go-to lens. Both are plenty sharp.

Promotion House

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 14:16

SnapLocally.com

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 14:36

The 35 isn't a USM *but* it's pretty fast, and sharper- albeit louder- than the 28f/1.8. I just invested in a Sigma 30 f/1.4, but really like my 35 so much so that I think I'm gonna keep it as a back-up.

Double Negative

16th of September 2009 (Wed), 15:53

Same "bee in a matchbox" as the fifty nifty? or a little tamer? Does it focus any better? I not a fan of my nifty which will probably be sold to help fund the 35mm f2 or the 28mm f1.8

I'm looking at using it probably wide open, mostly in low light for weddings and fashion shows, debating if I should pony up a little more for the 28mm f1.8...

Same buzz - though I never really had a problem with the focus. While you can't compare it to USM, it gets the job done. The 35 is exactly like the 50 Mark I (with metal mount and distance scale) in all regards but focal length. Wide open it's not bad - better than the 28 I'd say.

Kramer80

27th of September 2009 (Sun), 10:40

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3487/3938662009_063027270f_o.jpg

showtm490

6th of October 2009 (Tue), 14:41

Selling mine (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=762699) for an 85 f1.8 but I love this lens.

@f7.1
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3561439328_25078ea811.jpg

@ f2
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3664/3560529843_a3b9911d05.jpg

kini

9th of October 2009 (Fri), 18:34

Woohoo! My used new to me 35/2 came into today. Now if can get some shots that don't totally suck this weekend I'll post a few.

Gene

kini

10th of October 2009 (Sat), 03:07

Here's my first shots. My usual quick snaps of the kids.

ISO 800, IIN, F2

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/675753830_VVyRK-L.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/675737805_gEiqF-L.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/675744340_jYCXZ-L.jpg

This one at 2.2 by accident
http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/675753682_hWkD5-L.jpg

Gene

kini

12th of October 2009 (Mon), 18:08

A "little" too much exuberance with the vignetting tool perhaps? :D
I'm new to LR and am fascinated with the ease of "developing" different looks.

A few more from day to with the 35/2. All at F2.

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/677790285_EfPqF-L.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/677814225_upGtV-L.jpg

And I'm pleasantly surprised at how close it focuses. I think I could've got closer still. This is the full image at F2. Detail and sharpness at the spot of focus is really excellent. Oh, and I'm not a fan of Becks but their Octoberfest brew is really good.

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/677789826_3Xngr-L.jpg
Gene

kitacanon

21st of October 2009 (Wed), 02:38

Roxy and tiger....
http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/9878/rxnrff.jpg

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/209/rnffu22.jpg

Photon Phil

27th of October 2009 (Tue), 23:06

On a classic D60...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2526/4022972790_4e979971bc_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2783/4052092972_aa69d84375_o.jpg

Photon Phil

27th of October 2009 (Tue), 23:10

And...http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2464/4051349555_70c0bd50c0_o.jpg

Double Negative

28th of October 2009 (Wed), 06:41

^ Those are sweet, Phil.

kini

30th of October 2009 (Fri), 11:06

Some Halloween shots-

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697051119_xBpMB-XL.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697052234_roxed-XL.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697050127_jt8xy-XL.jpg

Gene

hammer418

30th of October 2009 (Fri), 11:20

Autumn in the Smoky Mountains.

http://hammer418.smugmug.com/Travel/Smoky-Mountain-National-Park/IMG2836/695236546_QnAVC-XL.jpg

dengar

30th of October 2009 (Fri), 22:10

Just got mine today

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2688/4059316997_b6977a8fa6_b.jpg

beeng

31st of October 2009 (Sat), 12:20

Think I'm going to get this to match my 1dmkII. The only problem is they are near impossible to find used :P

showtm490

31st of October 2009 (Sat), 12:22

I'm selling mine :)

DK2

18th of November 2009 (Wed), 03:36

Finally got mine.

Very comfortable FOV, not much distortion when doing close-up portraits, MUCH more accurate AF than 50mm f/1.8 though buzzy (wasp in matchbox it is :)) and it's quite sharp from f/2.

at f/2.2
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2689/4113859179_3339b38725_o.jpghttp://farm3.static.flickr.com/2783/4113873063_2cebc2b9b5_o.jpg

at f/2
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2628/4114642038_43b4ee2e17_o.jpg

Anyone know how reliable that micro-motor mechanism? The lens I got is quite used but in excellent shape.

deci

18th of November 2009 (Wed), 12:47

Had it roughly a week now and after initial reservations about the FL (I recently sold the 35L because I didn't/couldn't use it) I really like this lens.
http://www.black-cat-gfx.co.uk/potn/ducks.jpg

olelovold

29th of November 2009 (Sun), 11:37

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2488/4143569391_7180f51a0b_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2594/4143583741_e79983e2b1_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2630/4143569433_6c1a08bd4a_b.jpg

Got the lens yesterday. The AF was better than expected!

olelovold

30th of November 2009 (Mon), 08:54

From todays lunch:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2792/4147405110_cfc1c35450_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2746/4146652375_59d6feff12_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2519/4147405098_324eb71404_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2668/4147405106_dca9988977_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2548/4147405092_0292db0a9b_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4147405102_e0cb39ffc6_o.jpg

marcin_s18

1st of December 2009 (Tue), 05:01

400d + 35/2 @ f/2

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/191/kasiaportert09.jpg

400d + 35/2 @ f/2

http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/5421/84137158.jpg

400d + 35/2 @ f/2,8

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/1324/26872285.jpg

Tomminator855

2nd of December 2009 (Wed), 14:08

I am thinking of buying this lens for temporary for my 1dmark3 , what do u think about the quality of this lens. ?

steguis

2nd of December 2009 (Wed), 14:09

Just got my copy today and it's razor sharp at F/2 and the focusing noise really isn't that bad. It's not USM quiet but aquires focus super fast so you'll only hear it for a second anyway. Here are two test shots focusing on the driver's helmet. The first is at ISO400 1/125 f/2 the second is at ISO400 1/30 f/4. Both shots were hand held. Taken on my 5D of course.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2510/4153821530_5b9a152bd5_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2681/4153820956_4e733dd05c_b.jpg

Here's the link to the original size of the F/2 shot. You can clearly see all the detail on the driver's helmet.

F/2 shot in Detail (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2510/4153821530_5d11b8cf35_o.jpg)

Tomminator855

2nd of December 2009 (Wed), 14:23

Looks very good ,compare to 35L I think this one is the winner for this price . I am gonna go pick up right now for 240$ Vs 1400$ 35L . Let see what's up .

deci

2nd of December 2009 (Wed), 20:56

@ f2.0
http://www.black-cat-gfx.co.uk/potn/salt-%2B-pepper.jpg

Tomminator855

7th of December 2009 (Mon), 19:23

i have one with 5D2 @f2 what do you think ?
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2744/4167985058_a3b29a6f14_b.jpg

doubledragon

7th of December 2009 (Mon), 21:39

Looks very good ,compare to 35L I think this one is the winner for this price . I am gonna go pick up right now for 240$ Vs 1400$ 35L . Let see what's up .

where did you find one at that price?

Tomminator855

7th of December 2009 (Mon), 22:02

just local here in SO Cal .. i am actually selling mine right now to this Guy in local area ... For 260$ .. just picked up the 35L today from a local pro photographer who doesn't like the focal length of this 35mm ..

onurrus

10th of December 2009 (Thu), 08:37

Hi there,

I have a 5D and 50mm 1.4 at the monent,I am plann,ng to buy 35mm f2 and 85mm to pair it with different ranges I need,But I am not really sure about the optical quality of 35 mm.are you happy it with your 35mm and 5d.how they go along?

agphotography

16th of December 2009 (Wed), 02:22

I've owned the 35L in the past and I can testify to its absolute greatness, I stopped using it when I got my 1DmkIII however and wound up swapping it out for a 50L (I don't entirely regret it, only partially because the 50L's AF isn't as reliable as the 35L was/is)

That being said, I am very very interested in the compact form factor of this lens. I would love to carry it around with me when I take my 5DmkII w/o the grip and my 50L. It would be great to have a small 35 along with it.

I would also use it on my 40D as well, but probably not as much as the 5DmkII.

I'd really like to see more samples if anyone has them.

Pixel peeper unfortunately doesn't really have any good samples from either the 40D or the 5DmkII. They all look fairly soft or needlessly grainy, could be user error, I'm guessing that's the case.

I just want a small semi wide prime! Too much to ask?

Double Negative

20th of December 2009 (Sun), 00:00

agphotography

20th of December 2009 (Sun), 14:22

^ Consider the Zeiss 2/35 Biogon ZE... That would make a fine, fine lens.

I had the 35mm f/2 and it was a great little lens. I definitely liked it more than the nifty. Those were my only primes for about five, six years. If you're looking for a small, light, inexpensive lens then it's worth a look. I still have mine for the 1v w/o grip but sold off the nifty.

If you're referring to the ZE mount, it's a Distagon, not a Biogon: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/658553-REG/Zeiss_1762850_Distagon_35mm_T_f_2.html

it's also a whole lot more than I'd really want to pay right now (maybe in the future as it's cheaper than the L)

But what about the Older contax 35mm f/2.8? Is that one any good? I know it's not terribly expensive.

EDIT: If I ever decide I don't like my 50L anymore I will sell it and buy the ZE 50mm f/1.4 and ZE 35mm f/2

tkbslc

20th of December 2009 (Sun), 15:26

If you're referring to the ZE mount, it's a Distagon, not a Biogon: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/658553-REG/Zeiss_1762850_Distagon_35mm_T_f_2.html

it's also a whole lot more than I'd really want to pay right now (maybe in the future as it's cheaper than the L)

But what about the Older contax 35mm f/2.8? Is that one any good? I know it's not terribly expensive.

I'd look at the Contax 35mm f2.4 Flektogon if you want a nice inexpensive Zeiss 35. Incredible glass, 1:2 macro focusing and reasonably fast. I think you can get them for less than the price of the Canon 35/2

onurrus

20th of December 2009 (Sun), 16:19

I'd look at the Contax 35mm f2.4 Flektogon if you want a nice inexpensive Zeiss 35. Incredible glass, 1:2 macro focusing and reasonably fast. I think you can get them for less than the price of the Canon 35/2

Would contaxt 35mm f2.4 work well on 5d?anyone tried?

ThomasW

1st of January 2010 (Fri), 10:21

My sisters newborn

http://weblog.thomasvanderwillik.com/album/images/2010/010110_juul/img_4020-b.jpg

http://weblog.thomasvanderwillik.com/album/images/2010/010110_juul/img_4086-b.jpg

ThomasW

4th of January 2010 (Mon), 06:45

Shot with my new 5D2

http://weblog.thomasvanderwillik.com/album/images/2010/5dtest/img_0090-b.jpg

ckfishel2001

4th of January 2010 (Mon), 07:56

Some Halloween shots-

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697051119_xBpMB-XL.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697052234_roxed-XL.jpg

http://kini.smugmug.com/photos/697050127_jt8xy-XL.jpg

Gene

this is a great set!!

Dawud

4th of January 2010 (Mon), 14:47

lovely!

Just bought this lens. Looks great wide open! This is going to be my to go lens.
When I really want the magic, I still have my 35mm F1.4 :)

kini

5th of January 2010 (Tue), 10:03

this is a great set!!

Thanks. Since I got this lens I rarely use my 24-105. The 35/2 is one of the best deals around. Sharp wide open, small, light and despite a little noise it focuses very fast as well.

Gene

ckfishel2001

5th of January 2010 (Tue), 15:42

Thanks. Since I got this lens I rarely use my 24-105. The 35/2 is one of the best deals around. Sharp wide open, small, light and despite a little noise it focuses very fast as well.

Gene

That's good to know. Thanks for the lens insight as well!

ThomasW

7th of January 2010 (Thu), 18:23

http://weblog.thomasvanderwillik.com/album/images/2010/04_01_10_juul/img_0238-b.jpg

steguis

8th of January 2010 (Fri), 08:39

From my recent trip to Stockholm, Sweden

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4021/4211601242_3f661d5740.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2775/4210836291_0e2cb52c36.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2563/4210854981_40fc7c55ef.jpg

vinsanityy

10th of January 2010 (Sun), 00:36

I'm looking to buy this lens as a replacement for my kit lens on my XTi. I have a few questions though, what makes this lens around $200 more than the 50mm? Is it worth the ~$300??
Thanks

Photon Phil

10th of January 2010 (Sun), 16:12

Worth every penny it's just a different class of lens IMHO. You'll get some of the sharpest f2 shot ever.

tkbslc

10th of January 2010 (Sun), 16:23

I'm looking to buy this lens as a replacement for my kit lens on my XTi. I have a few questions though, what makes this lens around $200 more than the 50mm? Is it worth the ~$300??
Thanks

It's built better and focuses more accurately, but mostly because wider angle lenses are a bit harder to make. A 50mm is about the easiest lens in the world to design. For an XTi, the 35mm is a better all-around length, and the 50mm is a better portrait length. So I guess decide which is the better length for you. If you are more on a 50mm f1.8 kinda budget, the 28mm f2.8 is nearly identical to the 35mm f2, but slightly wider and "only" f2.8.

vinsanityy

11th of January 2010 (Mon), 05:30

Does anyone have one of these for sale?

J.Bat

14th of January 2010 (Thu), 15:32

I love this lens, so sharp.

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/1642/emsfun.jpg

cito17

14th of January 2010 (Thu), 21:20

I should be posting in this thread soon... just have to wait for my lens to arrive! :D

J.Bat

14th of January 2010 (Thu), 21:25

I should be posting in this thread soon... just have to wait for my lens to arrive! :D
You will love it.

rpcruab

20th of January 2010 (Wed), 22:10

I should be posting in this thread soon... just have to wait for my lens to arrive! :D

Ditto. Mine should be here this weekend. :D

ThomasW

21st of January 2010 (Thu), 17:47

http://weblog.thomasvanderwillik.com/album/images/2010/various2/img_0386-b.jpg
iso 6400 + 1ev in pp (=iso 12800)

steguis

23rd of January 2010 (Sat), 19:24

35mm @ f/3.2 - Flickr Page with EXIF (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steguis/4298531385/)
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4298531385_82757142a9_o.jpg

sleepo

25th of January 2010 (Mon), 15:07

35mm @ f/3.2 - Flickr Page with EXIF (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steguis/4298531385/)
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4298531385_82757142a9_o.jpg

I like that. What is it?

martin2day

25th of January 2010 (Mon), 15:09

a knife

steguis

25th of January 2010 (Mon), 15:24

I like that. What is it?

It's a training knife used in martial arts (in this case, a fighting style called Kali).

fiebru1119

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 14:13

How is the focusing speed/accuracy on these? In looking for a wide-normal lens that works on ff and crop..

steguis

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 15:28

How is the focusing speed/accuracy on these? In looking for a wide-normal lens that works on ff and crop..

Focusing speed is fast and very accurate.

fiebru1119

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 16:48

thanks! i'll be getting mine next weekend hopefully.. i was trying to decide between this and the sigma (28/24f1.8) but i'm going to run by the local camera shop and see what feels best.

IanC

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 16:52

..a brilliant lens taken @ ISO 6400, f/2.2, 1/80s with a 5D Mk2

e.pie

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 19:09

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2679/4301709829_4e46d04eb7_o.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4012/4302457790_7f2f573515_o.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2795/4302506354_3447b5391c_o.jpg
http://www.aww-kittah-aww.com/up/public/126744/IMG_7774.jpg
http://www.aww-kittah-aww.com/up/public/126745/IMG_7771.jpg
http://www.aww-kittah-aww.com/up/public/126746/IMG_7224.jpg
http://www.aww-kittah-aww.com/up/public/126747/IMG_7069.jpg
http://www.aww-kittah-aww.com/up/public/126748/IMG_6953.jpg

steguis

26th of January 2010 (Tue), 22:53

thanks! i'll be getting mine next weekend hopefully.. i was trying to decide between this and the sigma (28/24f1.8) but i'm going to run by the local camera shop and see what feels best.

This lens will feel "cheap" but you only have to look at the resulting images to be amazed by it.

sleepo

27th of January 2010 (Wed), 02:06

Taken in the Christmas market in Paris:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2584/4130005441_92b974e5ba_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephenhildrey/4130005441/)

I love this lens.

fiebru1119

27th of January 2010 (Wed), 16:45

This lens will feel "cheap" but you only have to look at the resulting images to be amazed by it.

it did feel "cheap".. not really much to it but you're right. loved the colors, and DID NOT hunt at all when i asked the clerk to take me to the back room so i could try it out in low light :D and from what i could tell on-camera, SHARP!

i think im sold!

maverickliew

29th of January 2010 (Fri), 01:33

Just curious as i am searching for my first 35mm.
L is too far from reach as of now and considering this cheaper alternative.
My concern: focusing noise? It is buzzing loud as 50mm 1.8?
I'm kinda relieved to learn that this lens do not focus hunt a lot from the reviews here. :)

cito17

30th of January 2010 (Sat), 14:21

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4316234079_11e58e99cc_b.jpg

I really, really like this lens. Ever since I've gotten it, I've forgotten that my camera can change lenses...

cito17

31st of January 2010 (Sun), 20:19

Just stopping by.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4069/4321050532_593217bfb3_b.jpg

arn

2nd of February 2010 (Tue), 17:11

These were all taken with the 35mm f/2 @ f2. The second one is from 5DII, the others from APS-C. Click for larger images.

http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/121629348/large.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/121629348/original)

http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/120356126/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/120356126/original)http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/118994619/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/118994619/original)http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/118978849/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/118978849/original)
http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/109443652/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/109443652/original)

steguis

2nd of February 2010 (Tue), 20:22

Simply an awesome walkaround lens...great for low light street photography

5D | ISO1600 | 35mm | f/2 | 1/125
Flickr Page with EXIF (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steguis/4326899142)
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4005/4326899142_a9550fbcd3_o.jpg

5D | ISO1600 | 35mm | f/2 | 1/200
Flickr Page with EXIF (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steguis/4326900344)
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4036/4326900344_aa771e96f3_o.jpg

Dr.Pete

7th of February 2010 (Sun), 09:18

Has anyone compared this to the Tokina 35/2.8?

Wawrzysz

8th of February 2010 (Mon), 05:35

I own tokina 35mm 2.8 and have seen MANY samples from EF 35/2, tokina hunts a lot in low light (much more than my previously used sigma 24-60 2.8 ) it tends to be very contrasty (midtones are not as varied as 35/2) the color is neither vivid nor dull in 35/2.8 - I would say it's real, canon produces vivd color in my opinion. 35/2.8 is sharp - even at 2.8. My copy has poor coatings - much worse than my other tokina 17mm 3.5 pro, so tends to burn highlights. I like 35/2.8 pictures - they look very leica like and have an analog feel to them - and at iso 800 1/40s 2.8 it produces nice late afternoon indoor pics. Can't compare build quality. 35/2 seems more versatile to me - a fine lens indeed.

arn

8th of February 2010 (Mon), 09:04

Good analysis from Wawrzysz.
The Tokina is a macro, so it's presumably sharp even with large apertures and field curvature should be minimal. I expect the AF performance to be worse with the Tokina. Canon 35/f2, while not a macro is a decent close range performer and AF speed and accuracy is good in my sample.

35mm f/2 @ f/4. Click for larger size ->
http://www.pbase.com/image/121791994/large.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/image/121791994/original)
It's an indonesian wood carving.

a closer detail, uncropped @ f/3.2
http://www.pbase.com/image/121793043.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/image/121793043/original)

msowsun

8th of February 2010 (Mon), 09:07

Canon 35/f2, while not a macro is a decent close range performer and AF speed and accuracy is good in my sample.

The 35/2 has excellent AF speed and accuracy. The AF is loud, and that causes some people to think it is slower than it really is.

arn

11th of February 2010 (Thu), 12:04

http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/121873245.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/121873245/original)
@ f/2

steguis

11th of February 2010 (Thu), 19:06

Silent Music
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4064/4350270580_2fb2278e54_b.jpg
5D | ISO400 | 35mm | f/2 | 1/60
Flickr Page with EXIF (http://www.flickr.com/photos/steguis/4350270580)

wazzupbeckham

12th of February 2010 (Fri), 11:33

love this lens on my 5D
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs198.snc3/20567_323460486186_692641186_5031637_2584065_n.jpg

cekrek2

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 11:56

thanks alot guys for making me bought this lens today!!it's so worthed with 5d mark II body...
love it....:D

there's a couple of first shot with my 35mm f2,,,
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn14/outdime/IMG_0577.jpg

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn14/outdime/IMG_0549.jpg

Nocturnus

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 14:46

I'm really trying to decide on the 35 f/2 or the Sigma 30 1.4..

msowsun

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 14:52

Maybe playing with these two interactive charts will help you decide.

http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/zproducts/sigma30mmf14/tloader.htm

http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/zproducts/canon35f2/tloader.htm

Nocturnus

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 14:57

Not really, since I have no idea what the charts are showing me. :)

Maybe playing with these two interactive charts will help you decide.

http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/zproducts/sigma30mmf14/tloader.htm

http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/zproducts/canon35f2/tloader.htm

msowsun

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 15:10

You can slide the aperture value on the left side to see how sharp the lens is at different apertures. The lower value purple is the sharpest. Flatter and lower means the the corners are sharp too.

More info here: http://www.slrgear.com/articles/interpret/interpret.html

Nocturnus

16th of February 2010 (Tue), 15:18

I saw that as I was digging around the site some more. Does seem like the 35 f/2 has better results..

wazzupbeckham

20th of February 2010 (Sat), 04:50

I saw that as I was digging around the site some more. Does seem like the 35 f/2 has better results..

well.. 30 1.4 is wider and gives u less DOF.... and its quite sharp @ 1.4

thing to consider

Droopy79

21st of February 2010 (Sun), 14:35

5Dmk II with 35mm @f2

arn

21st of February 2010 (Sun), 16:40

http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168503/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168503/original)http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168474/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168474/original)
http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168567/medium.jpg (http://www.pbase.com/arn/image/122168567/original)

35m/2 @ f/8, f/8 and f/7.1
Click for larger size.