Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM - The Brick

[xMClass]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3333/3326827109_96dd9bd2c3.jpg

[DozerLYP]

On the same note, two from last night

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n56/dozerlyp/IMG_9563.jpg

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n56/dozerlyp/IMG_9583.jpg

[BrantG]

A quick shot from a wedding I did at the weekend with my newly aquired 24-70, very impressed

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y25/jakscooby/StaceyandSteven09thmay2009_0553c-1.jpg

Ant

I would certainly hope so. That is an amazing shot.

[MatthewK]

I can't seem to find any reason why people think this lens isn't sharp...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3544590446_2779ab070c_b.jpg

[single_track]

a few while traveling

[single_track]

love the brick in the rain

[Ziffle]

love the brick in the rain

nice grabs single_track.

[Ziffle]

Sun Moon Lake - Taiwan and the Brick.

(ISO 100, 1/320 - f/7.1, 50D w/ the Brick & B+W Circular Polarizer)

http://ma-fotopremier.smugmug.com/photos/539624952_rGAUZ-L.jpg

2. (ISO 400, 1/640 - f/4, 50D w/ the Brick B+W Circular Polarizer)
http://ma-fotopremier.smugmug.com/photos/539615092_Ek8kB-L.jpg

[Kryptix]

I was set on the 24-105L but looking through this thread, I'm so much more impressed with the IQ of the 24-70L. I know that's probably the processing, but I've gone through pretty much every page of both threads -- I really think the 24-70L gives better IQ.

Anyone disagree?

[xoldboy]

http://i692.photobucket.com/albums/vv283/xoldboy/IMG_1666-1.jpg

Edit- Larger picture.

[single_track]

I was set on the 24-105L but looking through this thread, I'm so much more impressed with the IQ of the 24-70L. I know that's probably the processing, but I've gone through pretty much every page of both threads -- I really think the 24-70L gives better IQ.

Anyone disagree?

Agree completely. I did the same thing and wanted the 24-70 too. I have the f4's for my wide and long, and the 24-105 would have suited my traveling better than the 24-70, but then there is that IQ. I tested both side by side and quickly confirmed to go with the 70. it is a great lens.

[single_track]

nice grabs single_track.

Thanks. Is it clear with the man and umbrella shot that the spots are the rain drops in focus? Wasn't sure this intent would translate into the image well.

[caseyjohnphotography]

only got this lens about 2 weeks ago, got it on the day i shot my first wedding at 17 =]

http://img507.imageshack.us/img507/1653/samandtoxin400x.jpg

[david.moreno]

This was my first lens when I first moved from Pentax to Canon where it replaced my 14 yo 28-70mm 2.8 Tokina film lens. I got it at the same time as my 450D. It is sharp down to the pixel and is my favourite portrait and wedding lens. It's rather heavy so it is reserved for special occasions. I prefer my 16-35II L as my main walk about lens as it's a featherweight compared to my brick. I took it along to my New Zealand holiday but it didn't even get a lookin as the 16-35II L was glued to my 450D. As great as the 16-35II L is, if I'm taking photos of peaple, the 24-70 L is always my first choice.

[single_track]

^conversly, this is my walk around lens. It is the one lens I take, when only taking one lens. It spends so much time on my 5d that I need a squirt of WD40 to remove it sometimes.

I found it a bit heavy when I first started using it, coming from cheap lenses. Then I got my handstrap and forgot all about the weight.

[MatthewK]

^conversly, this is my walk around lens. It is the one lens I take, when only taking one lens. It spends so much time on my 5d that I need a squirt of WD40 to remove it sometimes.

I found it a bit heavy when I first started using it, coming from cheap lenses. Then I got my handstrap and forgot all about the weight.

The weight isn't an issue once you see the pictures this lens takes!

[Davidletran]

same here. This is my go to lens. i still think my 85 1.8 is a tad sharper. but its a prime so you know how that goes

[MatthewK]

same here. This is my go to lens. i still think my 85 1.8 is a tad sharper. but its a prime so you know how that goes

So far from what I have seen, I think that my 24-70 is also sharper than my 70-200 2.8 IS. Regardless, the two work well together.

Another 24-70:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3648/3539819162_b5ba4df274_b.jpg

[single_track]

park shoot

[justaf IREMAN]

Here's one of my little Aquaman. Shot wide open and a little messing around with the PP.

[MatthewK]

^^That is an impressive shot! So interesting. I would like to see what the original looked like :)

[justaf IREMAN]

thanks matt. I didn't really do much PP, just converted to monochrome and a little tweaking of the sliders here and there. I'll post a before and after when I get to my computer.

[Suedezu]

http://AndreiMorar.zenfolio.com/img/v8/p687322171-4.jpg

[airbutchie]

Flame on!!!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3302/3554564414_37f48cf70a_b.jpg

- airbutchie ;)

[canon_fire]

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/T_W_M/IMG_0203.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/T_W_M/IMG_0201.jpg

[strobe monkey]

I want to see f2.8 shots of this lens pleeeeaasseee.....

[DozerLYP]

here's one at f2.8

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n56/dozerlyp/IMG_0742copy.jpg

[Tareq]

I want to see f2.8 shots of this lens pleeeeaasseee.....

Why? to use f2.8 forever?
In any case, i see that people who asking for wide open are the most people who are talking about lenses issues like softness, back/front focus, ....etc.

[single_track]

nyc

[strobe monkey]

Why? to use f2.8 forever?
In any case, i see that people who asking for wide open are the most people who are talking about lenses issues like softness, back/front focus, ....etc.

Not forever, but maybe most of the time. There's no point buying a f2.8 lens if its not useable wide open don't you think? It deifes its purpose IMHO. Before I get flamed for talking nonsense about a lens I haven't even touched, I'm not talking about the brick, but a lens in general.

[tonylong]

Not forever, but maybe most of the time. There's no point buying a f2.8 lens if its not useable wide open don't you think? It deifes its purpose IMHO. Before I get flamed for talking nonsense about a lens I haven't even touched, I'm not talking about the brick, but a lens in general.

I've shot with the 24-70 wide open and been happy. I think that f/2.8 is a great working aperture to shoot with both for lower light and some nice narrow DOF. I'd be very disappointed if it was bad on the 24-70. It certainly may not be as sharp as it is at f/5.6, but that's true for all f/2.8 lenses. The point is it is very usable.

[Tareq]

If that the fine, to be honest i never worry to use the wide open whether it is 2.8 or 1.4 or 5.6 or even 1, just i buy the lens not for its aperture, but the build quality and the focal length [prime or zoom], i sometimes use 24-105 in low light even i have 24-70.

[tonylong]

If that the fine, to be honest i never worry to use the wide open whether it is 2.8 or 1.4 or 5.6 or even 1, just i buy the lens not for its aperture, but the build quality and the focal length [prime or zoom], i sometimes use 24-105 in low light even i have 24-70.

That's pretty much what I do -- decide on the lens for the job then get out and get it done:)!

[single_track]

I find the brick to be perfectly sharp, center and corners at 2.8. I stop down when I need more DOF, not because of sharpness.

I have done comparison testing for sharpness and find no appreciable sharpness gain when stopping down; certainly none without peeping to 100%.

This lens rivals my 70-200/f4 IS, a known sharpness animal, even when the 24-70 is wide open. (My 70-200 is equally sharp wide open, by the way.)

[Davidletran]

Chillen on the pier @ pensacola beach

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3567/3562330882_84876941ec_b.jpg

[DozerLYP]

I took it out this morning

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n56/dozerlyp/IMG_9768copy.jpg

[xMClass]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3584/3558162977_5799edb432.jpg

[Two]

For me, there is a reason to buy an f/2.8 lens even if I don't intend to use it wide open.
My reason is thus (and I'm sure one of POTN's wiser members will point out my flawed
reasoning), if I use an f/2.8 or faster lens on my 1D MK3, all of my selectable AF points
become cross type. And in the world of motocross, should I decide for composition's
sake to use a selectable point other than the center (which is cross type up to f/5.6?)
i want it to be the most precise possible.

Now, if I've misunderstood this, please let me know so that I can start saving money
on lenses. lol.

[doublehmom]

tommykjensen: I was just wondering if you took the picture of girl in green outfit at the Aalborg Exotic Erotic parade?

[kandyredcoi]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/memorial%20weekend%2009/IMG_3478.jpg

edit: just to clear it up the 24-70 is in the background :D

[tonylong]

For me, there is a reason to buy an f/2.8 lens even if I don't intend to use it wide open.
My reason is thus (and I'm sure one of POTN's wiser members will point out my flawed
reasoning), if I use an f/2.8 or faster lens on my 1D MK3, all of my selectable AF points
become cross type. And in the world of motocross, should I decide for composition's
sake to use a selectable point other than the center (which is cross type up to f/5.6?)
i want it to be the most precise possible.

Now, if I've misunderstood this, please let me know so that I can start saving money
on lenses. lol.

On the 1D3, all the selectable points are cross-type, with the center point having AF assist points bunched around it. This is, I believe, true for lenses with apertures up to f/8.

When using an f/2.8 or wider lens, a "hidden" cross-type "point", aligned against the center point, is activated, and with this extra precision a tighter spec for the focus point is given.

You still have AF on the 1D3 with an f/8 setup, by the way, but with only the center point active.

[kandyredcoi]

ok ok this was taken with the BRICK
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/memorial%20weekend%2009/IMG_4083.jpg

[single_track]

I love the speed of this lens

[kandyredcoi]

http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4735/80/9/1518132283/n1518132283_30105608_2888922.jpg

[JasonRussell]

Just placed my order for this beauty. Should complement my 5D and 70-200 nicely.

[MatthewK]

A cat for your pleasure ;)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3343/3569075312_b1db4331e5_b.jpg

Annnnnnddddd... one of me eating rhubarb. Anyone who has eaten this plant can attest to it's tartness, right?!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2427/3568303237_44e1b69d81_b.jpg

[runninmann]

I guess that's why it's strawberry-rhubarb pie;):).

[doublehmom]

Blackwize~that is the prettiest baby I have ever seen. Great shot!!!

[Michael Wells]

Just a couple "walkin' around" shots from last weekend.


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2478/3569356460_a16a4fb6e2_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3373/3568539233_7a8a8c2afe_o.jpg

[kandyredcoi]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/my%20cars/IMG_2259.jpg

[canon_fire]

old phone at 2.8

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/T_W_M/Random%20things/ThePhone.jpg

[kandyredcoi]

real or fake
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/5-28-09/IMG_7722.jpg

[tonylong]

Three takes, with three crops -- notice the eye detail in the last one:

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113097978/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113097973/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113097976/original.jpg

[tonylong]

Some flowers from yesterday, shot with the 5D, hand-held

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113162043/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113162038/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113162040/original.jpg

[Michael Wells]

Nice flower shots, Tony. I've been waiting for things to start blooming here so I can try it (24-70) for some macro work. It apparently is a very capable lens! ( in the right hands, of course!):)

Mike

[JasonRussell]

Playing around in my front yard last night. First time I have owned this lens and I gotta say Im impressed. Ive used one before but it wasnt as sharp as I would have expected. This copy however, is much better.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f196/jasonsrussell/Nature/IMG_0648.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f196/jasonsrussell/Nature/IMG_0649.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f196/jasonsrussell/Nature/IMG_0650.jpg

[strobe monkey]

I just bit the bullet today, my brick should be here by Tuesday or Wednesday
:mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:.

[JasonRussell]

Congrats man.

[strobe monkey]

Congrats man.

Thanks!:)

[xoldboy]

Just sold my copy of this... that was a bad bad move on my part.

*slaps own hands.

[tonylong]

http://www.pbase.com/tonylong/image/113162085/original.jpg

[HSK]

^ really nice.

I'm lovin' the 24-70mm L

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3349/3580864203_7d27e0dd19.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3638/3581675518_4d26a6d105.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3627/3580863635_1791ca6395.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3623/3581675172_a8d07ed1e2.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3563/3581674994_8435d2e782.jpg?v=0

Hardly been off my camera since I got it.

[MatthewK]

The Brick can do no wrong.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3601/3579799633_f0d732d4e5_b.jpg


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3598/3571957188_ee83ec6f6d_b.jpg

[Markitos]

http://beltie.smugmug.com/photos/550904348_fCymF-O.jpg

[JasonRussell]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3598/3571957188_ee83ec6f6d_b.jpg

Charlotte or Ohare?

[Pearlallica]

I really really like this shot. Something about it...

^ really nice.

I'm lovin' the 24-70mm L

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3349/3580864203_7d27e0dd19.jpg?v=0

Hardly been off my camera since I got it.

[MatthewK]

Charlotte or Ohare?

O'Hare, my good fellow :)

Here are two from the National Zoo yesterday:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3299/3584292178_07dac1ca03_b.jpg


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3612/3584309630_fdbd839b3e_b.jpg

[Aeth]

I was going to get rid of my 24-70 (and 70-200) for the 50L, I love the sharpness of the 50L, but the focus shift is killing me from being my only lens.
I think I'll take the 50L back to the store and get a 5dII and keep my 24-70.
I'll post my comparison shots later on in the day.

Anyone looking for a nice 70-200? :)

[kandyredcoi]

5d2 + 24-70L is my daily walk around set up
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/work%20stuff/IMG_8262.jpg

[BPL]

I ordered mine yesterday and get it tomorrow. I can't wait! It's replacing the Sigma 24-70 EX DG Macro.

[blueshirts0819]

Shopping for a 24-70mm myself. What a great lens.

[Maffu]

Caught between this and the 17-55 2.8 for my 450D...this one is tempting me.

[Markitos]

Caught between this and the 17-55 2.8 for my 450D...this one is tempting me.

I'd go with the 17-55, myself... same 2.8 aperture, slightly less weight/size, similarly good optics, better range for a cropper.

[MatthewK]

I'd go with the 17-55, myself... same 2.8 aperture, slightly less weight/size, similarly good optics, better range for a cropper.

Aside from the IS, the 17-55 has nothing over the 24-70. I debated both and realized the focal length of the 24-70 suited me better. Decide which length suits your needs best, and run with it :)

[Ziffle]

This bride has caught a 'brick' looking her way.

Great bride -- sweet lens (no fill flash or reflectors).
From a wedding over Memorial day.


http://ma-foto.smugmug.com/photos/552231862_FUBxG-XL.jpg

[Markitos]

Aside from the IS, the 17-55 has nothing over the 24-70. I debated both and realized the focal length of the 24-70 suited me better. Decide which length suits your needs best, and run with it :)

Okay, well, it doesn't have much under it, either. Don't get me wrong--I love my 24-70, but I still think the 17-55 is the better lens for a cropper. YMMV.

Sorry, I forgot that the red ring makes the L instantly superior, just like VTEC stickers give Hondas horsepower. My bad.

[MatthewK]

Okay, well, it doesn't have much under it, either. Don't get me wrong--I love my 24-70, but I still think the 17-55 is the better lens for a cropper. YMMV.

Sorry, I forgot that the red ring makes the L instantly superior, just like VTEC stickers give Hondas horsepower. My bad.

Easy champ, didn't mean to step on your toes. Don't get so sensitive over something so subjective.

[Markitos]

Easy champ, didn't mean to step on your toes. Don't get so sensitive over something so subjective.

Not stepping on toes... And I don't think the optics, build quality, or max aperture are really subjective measures... one's overall impression of a lens is, but that's getting into other things.

[mhj202]

Not stepping on toes... And I don't think the optics, build quality, or max aperture are really subjective measures... one's overall impression of a lens is, but that's getting into other things.

I'm also torn between the 17-55IS and the 24-70L. Have you owned the 17-55IS or tried it for any extended period of time? I'm leaning toward the 17-55 but the lure of the "L" keeps drawing me back...

[Markitos]

I'm also torn between the 17-55IS and the 24-70L. Have you owned the 17-55IS or tried it for any extended period of time? I'm leaning toward the 17-55 but the lure of the "L" keeps drawing me back...

I have not, but several of my pro-wedding-shooting friends shot with 17-55s on their crop bodies and swore by them... they all had 24-70s, too, and were really pleased with everything about the 17-55...

one of them is a huge L whore, too.

Sorry I don't have more firsthand stories, but I do trust what they've said, and I trust the reviews I've read from good reviewers.

My whole point is that you shouldn't buy an L just because it's an L... sure they're nice, but they're not always the best lens for the job... i.e., if you shoot sports, the 85 f/1.8 has much faster AF than the 85 f/1.2, and it's WAY cheaper. There's nothing WRONG with Ls, but the 24-70 is kind of a weird focal length on a crop body, anyway.

[Ziffle]

Markitos.....
For me .... love it on the 50D. Plus, the macro is a nice bonus.
in the future .... the brick will find a home on FF.

Later,
_Mark

[Subimatt]

L whore here! :)

Yes, on a crop body 17-55 all the way, I loved that lens. Super sharp, fast af, built well. I owned both lenses for a over a year. Only sold it since I went FF.

[Markitos]

Markitos.....
For me .... love it on the 50D. Plus, the macro is a nice bonus.
in the future .... the brick will find a home on FF.

Later,
_Mark

Well, like I said, YMMV.

[xMClass]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3299/3581460348_bbecde9707.jpg

[GMCPhotographics]

The 24-70L is really designed for 35mm film, it lacks the later digital coatings that some of the newer f4 zooms have. Although it's very good at handling flare, it's not quite as good as Nikon's latest version. Although it's not optimised for DSLR's, it's fantastic on a full frame camera, 1Ds / 5D ect. I've tried it on my 40D, and the extra reach is nice, but the use of the wide end is extreamly limiting to it's versatility. On a full frame camera, the 24mm end is just SO usefull. I think that on a 1D series with their 1.3x crop, it hits the right spot, an effective 35-105/2.8...very sweet. Now Canon just needs to design a 12-24mm to compliment it.
If anyone asks me if they should get a 17-55/2.8 instead of a 24-70L on a 1.6x cropped camera, I would say hands down...YES! on a 1D series or a full framer, the 24-70L is the puppy.

[damnnit]

the IS on the 17-55 makes it the lens to get for a crop camera. dont get the L just because you want to brag.

[Markitos]

The 24-70L is really designed for 35mm film, it lacks the later digital coatings that some of the newer f4 zooms have. Although it's very good at handling flare, it's not quite as good as Nikon's latest version. Although it's not optimised for DSLR's, it's fantastic on a full frame camera, 1Ds / 5D ect. I've tried it on my 40D, and the extra reach is nice, but the use of the wide end is extreamly limiting to it's versatility. On a full frame camera, the 24mm end is just SO usefull. I think that on a 1D series with their 1.3x crop, it hits the right spot, an effective 35-105/2.8...very sweet. Now Canon just needs to design a 12-24mm to compliment it.
If anyone asks me if they should get a 17-55/2.8 instead of a 24-70L on a 1.6x cropped camera, I would say hands down...YES! on a 1D series or a full framer, the 24-70L is the puppy.

the IS on the 17-55 makes it the lens to get for a crop camera. dont get the L just because you want to brag.

So NOW you guys show up to back me up! :lol:

In the end, spend your money how you want, but you DID ask for our opinions.

[kandyredcoi]

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4735/80/9/1518132283/n1518132283_30109066_6593053.jpg

[MatthewK]

I can see where my previous statement could be taken out of context. Reading over what I typed last night, what I should have said was:

"The IS of the 17-55 gives it an advantage over the 24-70, but in the end the focal length of the 24-70 worked better for me. Decide which focal length best suits your needs, and run with it :)"

I originally bought a 17-55, shot with it for a week, wasn't satisfied with the reach, and then rented a 24-70 to do a lens shoot-out. Honestly, I am still a little torn on which lens I want more, but I had to make a decision because I was going insane! Both lenses are amazing, you cannot go wrong with either.

And the whole L vs. non-L gripe... not sure how you directed it at me, as I never once mentioned it.

Anyways, back to the images :)

This was hand-held, albeit me leaning against something using a long-range rifle shooting technique.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2436/3584329462_2ece91586d_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3553/3575013434_8a55428b01_b.jpg

[-g-]

I just had a deja-vu. :-)

[Markitos]

And the whole L vs. non-L gripe... not sure how you directed it at me, as I never once mentioned it.


It wasn't directed specifically at you... rather, it was in anticipation of a comment like this:

I'm leaning toward the 17-55 but the lure of the "L" keeps drawing me back...

[MatthewK]

It wasn't directed specifically at you... rather, it was in anticipation of a comment like this:

Right on :mrgreen:

[Ziffle]

Hey Markitos ....
if you are not a 'L' monger compaired to your pro-cohorts,
were do you sit?

Lookin at your sig - 4/5 "L's" puts you in the same company......;)

btw.... love the 85mm f1.8 ..... creates nothing but 'money' shots.

Later,
_Mark

[Markitos]

Hey Markitos ....
if you are not a 'L' monger compaired to your pro-cohorts,
were do you sit?

Lookin at your sig - 4/5 "L's" puts you in the same company......;)


Where did I claim that I wasn't an L whore? I'm not saying that they're not nice, just that they're not necessary, and sometimes not preferable. If I still had a crop body, I'd probably have a 17-55 f/2.8.

[Ziffle]

Markitos,
i hear ya - just messin'.

but lets get back to the 'brick' .... and the images it produces....

Later,
Mark

[-g-]

lets get back to the 'brick' .... and the images it produces....

That would be nice, I'm getting tired of reading this crap.

[Markitos]

Well, pardon us all!

http://markschuelerphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/brownes-proofs-7136.jpg

http://markschuelerphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/snyder-proofs-3493.jpg

[JasonRussell]

hahah love that second one!

[Napalm_fire]

Heres one from today! Just got it!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v347/Napalm_Fire/IMG_2352.jpg

[-g-]

Well, pardon us all!

OK, only because you asked nicely. :)

BTW, I like the second one as well. Kind of neat the way the space between her legs make it look like he's got a pyramid haircut. :lol:

[Markitos]

BTW, I like the second one as well. Kind of neat the way the space between her legs make it look like he's got a pyramid haircut. :lol:

:lol: I hadn't even noticed that before! :)

[-g-]

:lol: I hadn't even noticed that before! :)

Now you will notice nothing but that. :lol:

[LoneWolf2]

rented this lends for a wedding on saturday/ band shoot on sunday.
this thing is a BEAST!

http://i40.tinypic.com/2ufcyza.jpg

[Napalm_fire]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v347/Napalm_Fire/IMG_2608.jpg

[bimmer02]

The Swan
ISO1600; f/2.8; manual; 1/180

[bimmer02]

Two more

[hiddengamer7]

Just found this old one, but it made me laugh again.
XTi with the brick!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3043/2956922444_df1b9e21f6_b.jpg

[xMClass]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3350/3216992662_2fb0f8983a.jpg

[hiddengamer7]

One more, this time from my trip to Disney World!

Me and the Pink Ranger!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3305/3581992914_2c3f93f12a.jpg?v=0

[kandyredcoi]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/random/IMG_8798.jpg

[packham]

One more, this time from my trip to Disney World!

Me and the Pink Ranger!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3305/3581992914_2c3f93f12a.jpg?v=0

Cool. Though you should stretch your right leg a little :lol:

[hiddengamer7]

Gahh, all this critique! haha, I noticed that right after my sister took the picture, but I didnt have the nerve to ask for another picture, she was too intimidating!

[single_track]

Street shot

[assafphotography]

sometimes I doubt this lens......I constantly have dreams of the 85L until this lens knocks some sense into me.

Love love love it
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o52/supamsp/brick0001.jpg

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o52/supamsp/brick10001.jpg

[friz]

Just ordered my Brick from B&H. Should be here Friday!

[justaf IREMAN]

sometimes I doubt this lens......I constantly have dreams of the 85L until this lens knocks some sense into me.

I just got rid of my 24-70 to fund the 85L. I missed the 24-70 until the KEG arrived. It was a good decision for me since I prefer primes. The BRICK did give me some great quality images.

[assafphotography]

I just got rid of my 24-70 to fund the 85L. I missed the 24-70 until the KEG arrived. It was a good decision for me since I prefer primes. The BRICK did give me some great quality images.

Dreams will soon turn into reality but the brick wont be neglected....its an amazing lens!

[Lawnboy]

Just recieved the lens last Friday (June 05, 2009).
I know it's not a sports lens but it does do a good job.
Not the fastest lens but better quality and color than the (85 1.8 and/or 50 1.4)
High school summer camp, gym well lit.

Camera Model Name: Canon EOS 40D
Tv(Shutter Speed): 1/200Sec.
Av(Aperture Value): F2.8
Lens: EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM
Focal Length: 38.0 mm
White Balance: Custom
ISO Speed: 1600
AF mode: AI Servo AF
Picture Style: Landscape
Image Quality: RAW

[kandyredcoi]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/urban%20life%20and%20structures/IMG_0024.jpg

[mizouse]

ooh vegas?

[kandyredcoi]

^yea the Mirage lolz :D

[friz]

Tick....Tock.....Tick.........Tock............Tick ....................Tock.........

Waiting on the big brown truck!

[friz]

After a few minutes of pideling I have come to the conclusion that I am a total L sLut! Now comes the process of selling every other lens I own and buying a 70-200L. Wow! I am a shiny new fanboy. Pictures will follow.

[hiddengamer7]

Trust me, being a sLut is fun! I've got a 70-200 coming my way today!

[Tareq]

I will go back to sLut way next year.

[friz]

Messing in the garden.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/frizz1/IMG_45722.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/frizz1/IMG_45611.jpg

[friz]

Wide open test. Looks good to me.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/frizz1/IMG_4598a.jpg

approx 100 % crop.
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/frizz1/IMG_4598b.jpg

[un4given]

Sorry if this has been asked before but I'm curious if this lens not having IS on it is a problem? I'm planning on renting one for a wedding I'm shooting in July. Now I'm thinking I might be better off with the 17-55 or the 24-105?

[waynema]

wedding = 2.8 ftw, forget the 24-105
stops background motion easier, better low light performance, L glass quality, only advantage of EF-S is that it will be wider on your body.

[Markitos]

Sorry if this has been asked before but I'm curious if this lens not having IS on it is a problem? I'm planning on renting one for a wedding I'm shooting in July. Now I'm thinking I might be better off with the 17-55 or the 24-105?

It would be nice to have IS, but I'd rather have the extra aperture for what I shoot.

[HSK]

Brief walk-arounds.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3606/3630529570_89e7332879_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3365/3630528598_aec522b9de_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2468/3630529164_9c8baf1169_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3410/3629713499_57b7542734_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3654/3629713885_bcc9c0c4c6_o.jpg

[DozerLYP]

http://dozerlyp.zenfolio.com/img/v6/p34331069-4.jpg

[friz]

The lack of IS was a selling point for me. In this world of plastic gear and delicate electronics the non IS 24-70L seemed like a lens that could be around a while. Some of my gear is over 40 years old. Most is about 20. Not sure how long IS is supposed to last.

[Markitos]

Not to mention the price with IS would be closer to ~$1600.

[MatthewK]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3648/3631453062_891660ee0c_b.jpg

[vipergts831]

Im suprised they havent made a IS version of this glass like they did with the 70-200L. Although it makes more sense on that glass with 200 on it versus just 70.

[Tareq]

Im suprised they havent made a IS version of this glass like they did with the 70-200L. Although it makes more sense on that glass with 200 on it versus just 70.

I prefer they make that 24-105 IS to be f2.8 than to make 24-70 f2.8 with IS.

[vipergts831]

+1 to that. But knowing canon why would they do something like that. When they can get you to purchase two pieces of glass to cover that range.

[GMCPhotographics]

That would be a seriously big piece of glass...about the size of a 70-200/2.8

[Tareq]

It is a Market, i shouldn't produce a lens that can be an all around and high quality lens, this will make, i am not sure if producing one lens that can be closer to perfect is better selling for the company than producing many lenses each has something special so they sell different lenses rather than one lens, if we do a statistics, you think in the world the sell of 24-200 f2L IS will be more and earning more for Canon than selling 24-70 f2.8 non IS and 24-105 f4IS and 70-200 any one of it [f2.8 or IS versions]?

[Fabian231]

I think its my time to put something up in here... Shot at f/2.8 at 1/50th, iso 800, 5D

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/Fabian231/Sample-0003.jpg

[Ziffle]

Fabian ... that down right showing off!

Great shot and setup w/ lighting.
really nice composition .... the red pillow is perfect w/ the brown tones.

Later,
_Mark

[zoom_zoom]

Fabian, wow, very nice shot with this lens!

[kandyredcoi]

nothing like the above post, but this lens is also good for some structure photog
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/fluxmr2spyder/work%20stuff/IMG_0192.jpg

[Fabian231]

Fabian ... that down right showing off!

Great shot and setup w/ lighting.
really nice composition .... the red pillow is perfect w/ the brown tones.

Later,
_Mark



Fabian, wow, very nice shot with this lens!


HAHAHA... The only thing im showing off here is the lens guys... Thanks for the kind words ;)

[Shauno]

Hi all,
Yeah stunning portrait there Fabian!

I'll be trying this 24-70mm L lens on my 450D DR XSi with a little bit of lightning photography this season. From what I've seen here as far as landscape-style shots it should be pretty nice, particularly that I'm working in low/no light 80% the time.
I have been offered professional modeling work (off the basis of my lightning and scenery work. Go figure?) so this little L may be helpful with that also?

I've recently been working with a Sigma EX 10-20mm wide angle which is a little distorted when it come to added structures such as poles and buildings (as you guys already know?) so this lens will make a nice departure from the 18-55mm kit lens that I've battled with over the last year or so.

Great stuff here guys, this thread is very helpful indeed!
Take care,
Shauno
A small amount of my stuff can be seen here: http://www.syndyne.deviantart.com

[ChrisGorabPhotography]

I think its my time to put something up in here... Shot at f/2.8 at 1/50th, iso 800, 5D



I thnk its time to put up MORE

[Fabian231]

I thnk its time to put up MORE

Just for asking here is one more...

EDIT: WRONG LENS This was shot with a 70-200 f/4 IS... SORRY GUYS!!!

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/Fabian231/Sample-0001.jpg

[Shauno]

Now your just showing off Fabian :D

We'll have to ban you if you keep that level of professionalism up lol! We are but mere mortals in your presence ;)

Stunning work mate, as usual!
Take care,
Shauno

[Tareq]

Just for asking here is one more...

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/Fabian231/Sample-0001.jpg

Sorry to do that, but checking the EXIF data it is saying "150mm"??? I didn't know that 24-70L can shoot at 150mm