Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L USM - The Keg

[SunTsu]

Wow, excellent shots of the lens. I think it looks better without the hood too, but if I bought one, I don't know if I'd have the balls to go shooting with no hood with all that glass hanging out!

I have a B+W filter on it. I just took it off for the photos. I had a door bang into it over the holidays - that gave me a small heart attack.

[aLFaDaRK]

I have a B+W filter on it. I just took it off for the photos. I had a door bang into it over the holidays - that gave me a small heart attack.
Yikes, I'd be worried that the UV filter threads would be stuck on impact, but as long as there's insurance, lol

[paten]

Images below are from 5D // 85L-II // 1600 ISO // f/1.2 // ONE CANDLE // HAND HELD. I was just messing around one night to check out the low light performance. I am going to reshoot these soon using a tripod for see how sharp I can get them.
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=167566&stc=1&d=1177654684
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=167568&stc=1&d=1177654782



WoW!!! that is one hell of a job for the lens taking in those low light condition,.. and it's Still sharp at ISO1600!!!

The more i knew this lens the more i want it ...

[Philco]

At f1.8..love, love, love the separation:

http://www.defalcophoto.com/post/079%20copy.jpg

Cheers,
Phil

[ErikM]

Great shot Phil. Just natural light?

[suyenfung]

nice philco

[Double Negative]

Great shot, Philco.

[echo]

I thought I'd post a few more 85L shots

http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/201534864-L.jpg
on 5D at f/1.2 at 1/250th

http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/201531158-L.jpg
on 5D at f/1.4 handheld at 1/80th.

http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/201535735-L.jpg
on 5D at f/1.4

http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/182195243-L.jpg
on 5D at f/1.2

http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/225301707-XL.jpg
on 5D at f/1.2

This lens on the 1DmkIII is even better :)

Mike

[souporman]

Love the colours in that last one Mike, very cute!

Here are a couple I got on my first outing with this lens the other weekend (posted elsewhere, but thought I'd add to this thread :))

1.
http://www.kevinleitch.com/images/albums/album73/aae.jpg


2.
http://www.kevinleitch.com/images/albums/album73/aaf.jpg

[jdizzle]

Here are some more contributions for low light with the 85L and MK III.
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb83/delarosaIII/3R1I4820-2-1_1_filtered.jpg[/IMG]
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb83/delarosaIII/3R1I4865-2-1_filtered.jpg[/IMG]

[kcp1377]

Very nice! I just rented the 85L and love it - can't wait to add some shots to the archive! :) What an awesome lens!

[xpsentity]

Agh, that shot with the lens wide open is going to be the death of me. It looks just like my 30/1.4, but... even better. AGH!

2.3 pounds of glass.....

[airfrogusmc]

Here are some more contributions for low light with the 85L and MK III.
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb83/delarosaIII/3R1I4820-2-1_1_filtered.jpg[/IMG]
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb83/delarosaIII/3R1I4865-2-1_filtered.jpg[/IMG]

Hey JD looks like your digg'n that 85 huh? Photos look great...

[gandini]

I thought I'd post a few more 85L shots
...
http://recordproduction.smugmug.com/photos/225301707-XL.jpg
on 5D at f/1.2

Mike

Now *that's* the perfect example of this lens' capability. Woohoo, just perfect...

[Philco]

Great shot Phil. Just natural light?

Ooops - just got back to this thread. Yes - available light, or what was left after the sun had just set on a cold, cold day in Vegas.

Cheers,
Phil

[echo]

Now *that's* the perfect example of this lens' capability. Woohoo, just perfect...

Such a great bit of glass and faster to focus than people think. It's my favourite lens :)

[jdizzle]

Hey JD looks like your digg'n that 85 huh? Photos look great...
Thanks Allan! I love it! :D And I should have bought this lens sooner! I do notice the AF is slightly slower when it's on the 5D but, when it's on the MK III which is more sensitive, the AF is much quicker. Thanks!:)

[na2o]

Lens porn !!!! I LOVE IT.. thanks for posting those Sun! :D This puppy is TOPS on my Wish List.

I'd hit it!! :D

[SunTsu]

I thought I'd post a few more 85L shots

This lens on the 1DmkIII is even better :)

Mike

I've been trying to understand what people mean when they say a lens performs better on one body than another. Can you please explain what you mean when you say the 85L performs better on the MIII than the 5D?

[SunTsu]

I'd hit it!! :D

LOL. Since getting this lens, I've used it almost 50% of the time. I thought I was just going to use it once in a while, but I'm finding all sorts of uses for it.

[tonylong]

I've been trying to understand what people mean when they say a lens performs better on one body than another. Can you please explain what you mean when you say the 85L performs better on the MIII than the 5D?

The 1D series has a top-of-the-line advanced focusing system, so it would by design have improved auto-focus over not just the 5D, but over all of the prosumer line. So, theoretically, any lens would "perform better" on a 1D camera -- that's a big reason why some of us break the bank to get one!

[SunTsu]

Oh....gotcha. Thanks for the explanation. I'm teetering on the point of breaking the bank too!

[tonylong]

Oh....gotcha. Thanks for the explanation. I'm teetering on the point of breaking the bank too!

If you like the 5D viewfinder and the sweet focusing that you see in the viewfinder, you'll like the 1D! It's a perfect complement to the 5D (in lieu of 1Ds)!

[roentarre]

My 85L shot

http://www.pbase.com/roentarre/image/87589990.jpg

[roentarre]

Another one

http://www.pbase.com/roentarre/image/88622623.jpg

[roentarre]

http://www.pbase.com/roentarre/image/58778832.jpg

[joe445]

A lot of great shots with this lens- It's time to save again!

[S-S]

what is the filter thread size for this lens, anyone?
thanks in advance...

[ErikM]

72mm

[S-S]

72mm

bugger, i was hoping it was going to be 77, to match my filter collection and my other lenses

oh well, ill cross that bridge when i can finally afford one, one day lol

[ErikM]

Filters suck anyway ;)

[aLFaDaRK]

Scratching the lens sucks a lot more than scratching a filter ;)

Especially this lens O_O

[S-S]

Scratching the lens sucks a lot more than scratching a filter ;)

Especially this lens O_O

oh yup, for sure
i would get it its own UV anyhow, i was just wondering for my ND grad, CPL, etc

mind you for a portrait lens i doubt id use those much anyhow really

[Papaw]

Hand held with very low light at f2.8. 1/25.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i46/jdewell/SL5S2551.jpg




http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i46/jdewell/SL5S2596.jpg

[Double Negative]

Okay, so technically this is OF the lens, not WITH it (click for larger + info):

http://litpixel.com/ee/images/thumb/9f7__1D_0777.jpg (http://litpixel.com/ee/photo.php?photo=1403&exhibition=9&ee_lang=eng&u=70,0)

[airbutchie]

Okay, so technically this is OF the lens, not WITH it (click for larger + info):

http://litpixel.com/ee/images/thumb/9f7__1D_0777.jpg (http://litpixel.com/ee/photo.php?photo=1403&exhibition=9&ee_lang=eng&u=70,0)

DN... I was checking out your index gallery and came across the Xterra portion... By chance are you part of XOC (Xterra Owners Club)? Curious to know since I've seen the "Xterra Firma" name before... Hmmmmm?

- airbutchie :rolleyes:

[Double Negative]

DN... I was checking out your index gallery and came across the Xterra portion... By chance are you part of XOC (Xterra Owners Club)? Curious to know since I've seen the "Xterra Firma" name before... Hmmmmm?

- airbutchie :rolleyes:

LOL... I hinted at that loooong ago when I first saw your name pop up here on POTN. Guess you never saw that.

Anyway, yes - I run Xterra Firma (http://www.xterrafirma.com) and no, I haven't been on XOC in YEARS! ;)

[SunTsu]

My 85L shot

http://www.pbase.com/roentarre/image/87589990.jpg

Wow. This is a really great shot. Would you mind sharing your lighting set-up for this? Is she a professional model in a studio?

[Peter G]

The 85L is a behemoth of a lens, but what a wonderful portrait lens to use. Don't get to use it as much as I'd like though :(

Here's a shot in my warehouse, natural light shining through a frosted glass window on the left. Shot info - ISO 400, 1/160 and f2.8

http://www.pbase.com/pglobe/image/91769183/original.jpg

[G35Driver]

I should not be looking at this thread, I want this lens now.

[swjim]

I should not be looking at this thread, I want this lens now.

I agree, it should come with a disclaimer along the lines of, "proceed at your own risk, reading of this thread is likely to cost $1600US (give or take)"

[S-S]

i was talking to this photographer (http://www.paulgarelja.co.nz/) about this lens, and he said, "if i had to get rid of every lens but one, i would keep the 85L - its a beautiful lens, the only one where i shoot and then don't have to adjust the colour afterwards"

so now iwoot as well... *sigh*

[echo]

I've been trying to understand what people mean when they say a lens performs better on one body than another. Can you please explain what you mean when you say the 85L performs better on the MIII than the 5D?

I don't have any issues with focus speed on my 5D but it seems to lock faster on my 1DmkIII most likely due to the better electronics.

[tonylong]

Question:

I have the 85 L but not the 85 1.8. To those who have or who have used both, is the 85 1.8 better for fast focusing in things like sports? I've seen comments suggesting this, but I'd like to hear some statements from experience!

[Az2Africa]

bugger, i was hoping it was going to be 77, to match my filter collection and my other lenses

oh well, ill cross that bridge when i can finally afford one, one day lol

Just get a step-down ring. I can use all my 77mm filters on the 85L.

[Stan43]

Here is a recent High School Senior pic. Love the 85L.

[dwdmguy]

Just got this beast a couple of weeks ago. Really have to think at 1.2.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2033/2197310791_59da8e0d24.jpg?v=0

[S-S]

Just get a step-down ring. I can use all my 77mm filters on the 85L.

oh right - a simple solution! thanks :)

[SoaringUSAEagle]

Here's some stuff from yesterday:

http://www.JeffreyAllred.com/potn/ashli/2.jpg

http://www.JeffreyAllred.com/potn/ashli/5.jpg

[Madweasel]

Very nice, especially the second one. Her eyes look much darker there - did you darken them specifically or was it the way they came out in the conversion?

[SoaringUSAEagle]

That's just the way they came out.... oh and I guess I did throw on a tiny curve.

Thank you :)

[Luminodio]

My goodness, this lens produces incredible bokeh and seems to be second to none in low light conditions. I can't believe how many good images I've gandered at the last twenty-two or so pages of this thread. I do have one question though...

Anyone using a 1.6x crop body like the 40D find it too long for most of their needs?

I have seen countless photos taken with 5Ds (makes me regret selling mine) and other larger sensor bodies, but only a select few from the 40D.

I am sitting on the "add to cart" button right now practically but I don't want to be the only one to purchase this lens and actually regret it.

[Mark_Cohran]

My goodness, this lens produces incredible bokeh and seems to be second to none in low light conditions. I can't believe how many good images I've gandered at the last twenty-two or so pages of this thread. I do have one question though...

Anyone using a 1.6x crop body like the 40D find it too long for most of their needs?

I have seen countless photos taken with 5Ds (makes me regret selling mine) and other larger sensor bodies, but only a select few from the 40D.

I am sitting on the "add to cart" button right now practically but I don't want to be the only one to purchase this lens and actually regret it.

I haven't used it on my 40D yet, but I've used it on my 20D. Too long is a relative term. Too long for what? On a 40D it will have a FOV equivalent to that of a 135mm lens on a FF camera - and that is a very respectable length for portrait and glamour lens.

[Luminodio]

I haven't used it on my 40D yet, but I've used it on my 20D. Too long is a relative term. Too long for what? On a 40D it will have a FOV equivalent to that of a 135mm lens on a FF camera - and that is a very respectable length for portrait and glamour lens.

I understand the term is relative. What I asking was, is if it was too long for portraiture and walkaround.

So looking a 135mm lens shots on a FF will give me an idea of what to expect with this lens on a 40D? I mean, is composition an issue on the smaller sensor?

[amyandmark3]

annunaki,
Looking at your signature, it looks as though you have a 40D and a 70-200....so....why not put that lens on and set it at 85mm for a few dozen/hundred pics and see what you think of it yourself? That way you can be the judge of whether or not you like that focal length instead of relying on what others think. :)

btw: Very nice pics Jeff...also nice pics of that same model in the 35L archive...

[Luminodio]

annunaki,
Looking at your signature, it looks as though you have a 40D and a 70-200....so....why not put that lens on and set it at 85mm for a few dozen/hundred pics and see what you think of it yourself? That way you can be the judge of whether or not you like that focal length instead of relying on what others think. :)

btw: Very nice pics Jeff...also nice pics of that same model in the 35L archive...

Best advice ever. I had completely forgotten I had something in that range. I had disregarded the 70-200mm because I was contemplating selling or trading it for this prime as it has a bokeh potential I crave. Oh and yes, I'm still contemplating it.

Silly of me though to forget the single most expensive lens purchase I've made.

(I still wouldn't mind seeing what 40D users and the like get out of this lens. :lol:)

[Mark_Cohran]

I understand the term is relative. What I asking was, is if it was too long for portraiture and walkaround.

So looking a 135mm lens shots on a FF will give me an idea of what to expect with this lens on a 40D? I mean, is composition an issue on the smaller sensor?

It's definitely not too long for portraiture, especially outdoor portraiture or a roomy studio. As a walk around, it's probably a bit long, but there sure aren't many people that would use an 85L as a walk around lens. The AF is slow compared to most lenses, and it's essentially a studio/portraiture lens.

[Luminodio]

Well, seeming that this is my favourite lens and I have been lax in postings recently, here's one from yesterday of Julia. I have mentioned this ad nauseum......if you want the best portrait lens, there is none better!

http://theteahaus.netfirms.com/Canon/nfpicturepro/albums/userpics/10001/85f2-1D-JuliaH.jpg

Camera: Canon 1D
Shutter speed: 1/125 sec
Aperture: 2.0
Exposure mode: Manual
Flash: Off
Metering mode: Evaluative
Drive mode: Single frame shooting
ISO: 200
Lens: 85.0 mm
Focal length: 85.0mm

This portrait is absolutely amazing, as many have said before me. I do have one question and I only ask it to as I am interested in buying the lens.

Is the blue in the white of her eyes the result of post-production or CA? I've noticed this in some of my pictures as well (although with a different lens).

[90c4]

This portrait is absolutely amazing, as many have said before me. I do have one question and I only ask it to as I am interested in buying the lens.

Is the blue in the white of her eyes the result of post-production or CA? I've noticed this in some of my pictures as well (although with a different lens).

That's most likely a white balance issue. It isn't CA.

[frostyIntrepid]

Here's one of mine :)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2401/2200704909_0724c7879f.jpg?v=0

[swjim]

frostyIntrepid,

Welcome to POTN, that's a great first post! She's a beautiful subject and you captured her well!

[airfrogusmc]

A few recent candids

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7397.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7285.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7269.jpg

I use it a bit as a walk around lens and shoot allot of candids at events and have NO problem with the slower than some like focus and I have the Mk I version. It does take a little practice but I get the results I desire from it with out any trouble.

[airfrogusmc]

A couple more reasons I love the 85. These are from another job I shot just last night.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7697.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7627.jpg

[paten]

A few recent candids

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7397.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7285.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_7269.jpg

I use it a bit as a walk around lens and shoot allot of candids at events and have NO problem with the slower than some like focus and I have the Mk I version. It does take a little practice but I get the results I desire from it with out any trouble.

Wow that's sharp!!, nice one :)

[Georgey]

Here are two wide open I think with an 85L MKII

[P1X4R]

Iceman looking for Spidey and Firestar!

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k143/P1X4R_2006/Bowen/Green%20Goblin/Iceman/IMG_0864.jpg

[bagtagsell]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/bagtagsell/lonecone.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/bagtagsell/IMG_3622.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/bagtagsell/IMG_3416.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/bagtagsell/IMG_3378.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/bagtagsell/IMG_2917.jpg

[Psychic1]

Shot with the 1D - F1.2 - iso800 - +2/3 - 1/100th

[mebailey]

Here is a quick shot f/1.6, 1/200, iso 800, window light.

[mebailey]

f/1.6, iso 1600, tungsten. Crop for detail from this amazing lens.

[SunTsu]

Here is a quick shot f/1.6, 1/200, iso 800, window light.
Wow. I love the background blur on this shot.

[G35Driver]

I want this lens really bad, anybody wanna trade me theirs formy 300mm f/4 IS plus extra cash on my end?

[G35Driver]

This lens is awesome, it was taken with the MK1

http://luis452.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p287617312.jpg

[gandini]

I could just look at 85L images all day...between making them with my own! All these images are the reason we all love this lens. My 135L is second to this lens.
Btw, G35Driver, I want a 300f4, but I'll let my 85 go with a cold heart and stiff hands, sorry.
Keep the images flowing.

[G35Driver]

I could just look at 85L images all day...between making them with my own! All these images are the reason we all love this lens. My 135L is second to this lens.
Btw, G35Driver, I want a 300f4, but I'll let my 85 go with a cold heart and stiff hands, sorry.
Keep the images flowing.
I am looking for a 85, I am now using my friends, I am willing to let my 300 go for a 85 MK1

[G35Driver]

One more this is Missy

http://luis452.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p207405300.jpg

[S-S]

whats the diff between mk1 & whatever has superceded it? or is it a matter of price?

[G35Driver]

I think the MK 2 has better focusing

[SoaringUSAEagle]

You'd have better luck posting in the want to buy section of the forum.

[airfrogusmc]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_6597.jpg

[Mum2J&M]

One more this is Missy

http://luis452.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p207405300.jpg

Aw. She's a beauty! We used to have a tuxedo cat named Missy. She was a little spitfire, lol. :) We've also had a Gretta, Hannah, Smokey and, finally, a Sadie.

[gandini]

I just love this lens. Oh, I've said that before, but here's why. When you get such great background effects, you have much more flexibility in making images as the exact nature of the background becomes unimportant. Oddly, I believe I get more keepers with this lens because of the background effect.

[b.d.bop]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y28/b_d_bop/BocceTubing_d.jpg

[jdizzle]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_6597.jpg
Lovely shot Allan!

[ModernPics]

Sweet shot!

I just received my 85mm ...

Was that shot with the older Canon 1d? (the 4mp)

Cheers,

Dave


Well, seeming that this is my favourite lens and I have been lax in postings recently, here's one from yesterday of Julia. I have mentioned this ad nauseum......if you want the best portrait lens, there is none better!

http://theteahaus.netfirms.com/Canon/nfpicturepro/albums/userpics/10001/85f2-1D-JuliaH.jpg

Camera: Canon 1D
Shutter speed: 1/125 sec
Aperture: 2.0
Exposure mode: Manual
Flash: Off
Metering mode: Evaluative
Drive mode: Single frame shooting
ISO: 200
Lens: 85.0 mm
Focal length: 85.0mm

[joe445]

A picture of perfect glass the 85mm L
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/7265/85mm1tq3.jpg

[tiarehi]

One more this is Missy

http://luis452.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p207405300.jpg

Splendid... makes me want to get it too :o

[Ballast]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_6597.jpg


WOW!! Talk about creamy Bokeh!

[schmoelzel]

Sweet shot!

I just received my 85mm ...

Was that shot with the older Canon 1d? (the 4mp)

Cheers,

Dave

You bet! The lowly 4MP 1D.......still going strong and a great deal right now! I have seen some going for $650 USD lately! I still love the camera.........and the 85L of course!

[S-S]

i have a BORROWED 85L mkII for ONE WEEK... using it for wedding shoot this weekend, so will have some shots to share soon after - what ive seen of it so far, it is now my number 1 WANTED lens (pushed 70-200 f/2.8 IS off the edge)

[mebailey]

Iso 800, f/1.6, 1/400.

[nicksan]

Just got this lens.
What a monster of a lens this is!

f1.2, 1/125, ISO800
http://nicksan.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p171399323-4.jpg

[mebailey]

Just got this lens.

f1.2, 1/125, ISO800
http://nicksan.zenfolio.com/img/v3/p171399323-4.jpg

Nice shot with the new lens... Better update your gear list!!

[ekie]

i have a BORROWED 85L mkII for ONE WEEK... using it for wedding shoot this weekend, so will have some shots to share soon after - what ive seen of it so far, it is now my number 1 WANTED lens (pushed 70-200 f/2.8 IS off the edge)

i sold my 70-200 f2.8 IS to purchase this lens .. should be here next monday :D .. i hardly ever used the 70-200 and used the 85 f1.8 more, but the 85L is just something else, gotta have it lol

[nicksan]

Man, when I first held the 85L in my hands, I was just floored.
It was big and heavy...just the way I like my lenses.:D

Then I removed the lens cap and was just stunned...almost the entire opening is glass...LOL!

The one thing I immediately noticed was the slowness of the AF, but I knew that going in. The 85 1.8 puts it to shame in that department.

But man...that bokeh is craziness...and sharp at f1.2...craziness again.:lol:

[TheGreatDivorce]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2108/2267832235_aa186cd09d_o.jpg

5D, ISO 6400, f/1.2

[tiarehi]

5D and borrowed 85L MKI:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2037/2279397096_057189272e.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2023/2283447034_c155755953.jpg

[ps2user]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2108/2267832235_aa186cd09d_o.jpg

5D, ISO 6400, f/1.2


How do you get ISO 6400 on your 5D and lovely picture ?

[terriyaki]

Exif says ISO 3200. Could just be a mistake?

[TheGreatDivorce]

ISO 3200, pushed just over a stop in Lightroom. So, effectively 6400 :) This is what the camera does anyways to get ISO 3200, pushing 1600 a stop.

[ekie]

Man, when I first held the 85L in my hands, I was just floored.
It was big and heavy...just the way I like my lenses.:D

Then I removed the lens cap and was just stunned...almost the entire opening is glass...LOL!

The one thing I immediately noticed was the slowness of the AF, but I knew that going in. The 85 1.8 puts it to shame in that department.

But man...that bokeh is craziness...and sharp at f1.2...craziness again.:lol:

man i just got the lens last nite. ive seen pics of how big it is, but wow .. its a FAT lens lol. that huge glass could swallow the f1.8. cant wait to shoot with it. can already feel the slowness of the AF compared to the f1.8 but not too bad.

:lol:

[Pollyolly]

Well! I feel like the cat who has the DOUBLE cream. My 85 arrived to day only ten minutes before I had to leave for an appointment would you believe? I managed to take a few shots after I had finished stroking it. :lol: I obviously need to practice a lot but this was the best of the bunch. I think this is definately a keeper. (I meant the lens not the photo).

[Pollyolly]

Was this image too large? It is only the second one that I have posted and I would hate to offend the forum.

[swjim]

Was this image too large? It is only the second one that I have posted and I would hate to offend the forum.

It's within the size limits, here are the posting rules: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=51022

[Pollyolly]

It's within the size limits, here are the posting rules: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=51022


Many thanks. I will go smaller next time.

[TheGreatDivorce]

Few more from a wedding in New Zealand:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/ixoye/ippolito-0086lrz.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/ixoye/ippolito-0859lrz.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/ixoye/ippolito-1095lrz.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/ixoye/ippolito-0968lrz.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v680/ixoye/ippolito-0973lrz.jpg

[echo]

Very nice work :)

[ninab]

man i just got the lens last nite. ive seen pics of how big it is, but wow .. its a FAT lens lol. that huge glass could swallow the f1.8. cant wait to shoot with it. can already feel the slowness of the AF compared to the f1.8 but not too bad.

:lol:

where are the photos?

[ninab]

Ryan, I really like that last one

[Meaty0]

man i just got the lens last nite. ive seen pics of how big it is, but wow .. its a FAT lens lol. that huge glass could swallow the f1.8. cant wait to shoot with it. can already feel the slowness of the AF compared to the f1.8 but not too bad.

:lol:

I've also just bought one of these awesome lenses. Everyone comments on the slowness of the AF. Doesn't bother me because I was expecting it.

I think the problem is, that there isn't a motor strong enough to rotate/move that much heavy glass really quickly. I suspect slow focussing is going to be a problem with this type of lens for a long time.

[Steezy]

Here's my humble contribution.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/51/146228756_16c75993b2_o.jpg

Cheers,
Jeff


Just thought this could use a tiny bit of PP. I didn't do much except bring the color out, so it still doesn't look great, just more colorful.


http://i25.tinypic.com/2lx6tj5.jpg

[ekie]

where are the photos?

sooon! only taken a few shots around house. nothing of interest to post though :lol:

in the meantime, heres the f1.2 and f1.8 side by side lol
http://ekkizsikk.info/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/_MG_2723.jpg

[Mark_Cohran]

sooon! only taken a few shots around house. nothing of interest to post though :lol:

in the meantime, heres the f1.2 and f1.8 side by side lol
http://ekkizsikk.info/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/_MG_2723.jpg That's why they call the 85 L a "phat" lens. :)

[TheGreatDivorce]

Echo and ninab, thanks!

Yeah, the 85L is a fat little monkey.

[risto]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2291926916_f9357850bc_o.jpg

[fi20100]

Just thought this could use a tiny bit of PP. I didn't do much except bring the color out, so it still doesn't look great, just more colorful.


I think I prefer the original.

[peatoire]

me too, sorry

[ninab]

I think I prefer the original.

I like the softness of the original, but also feel it could use a little more pop, color, freshness... something between the two?

it's such a great shot and she´s beautiful!!

[Double Negative]

^ I like this "third version" - just enough PP to "freshen the whites" and "pop the colors" as it were.

Few more from a wedding in New Zealand:

Ryan, those are outstanding shots. Well done!

[cyber_m0nkey]

The eye's have it....

http://www.pbase.com/cyber_m0nkey/image/93405618.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/cyber_m0nkey/image/90081096.jpg

[ekie]

couple of shots from newly acquired .. by time i get home from work, its dark so kitchen is only place with decent lighting. nothing too exciting, just a couple shots wide open :D

http://ekkizsikk.info/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/_MG_2732.jpg

http://ekkizsikk.info/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/_MG_2743.jpg

[msurdin]

My most recent attempt with 85L Mk II ...

[archaeoman]

Great, just frickin great.

Thanks a lot people. After trying to ignore this thread (for obvious reasons) I now officially have the 85L bug. If I get this my wife is going to strangle me.

It will be on your collective consciouses. Live with it.

*off to B&H website to contemplate divorce/85L 85L/divorce*

hmmmmmm just.......can't.......justify........maybe

"but honey, I don't have a quality prime"

[KenG]

A few from last week... Festival du Voyageur photos Winnipeg.http://kengillespie.com/img/v3/p911643155-4.jpghttp://kengillespie.com/img/v3/p1032629034-4.jpghttp://kengillespie.com/img/v3/p974995901-4.jpg

[fi20100]

Wow Ken, I really love the two first :)

[ekie]

ahh i luv this lens already ...

http://ekinphotography.com/gallery/d/19462-2/_MG_2764-Edit.jpg

http://ekinphotography.com/gallery/d/19486-2/_MG_2785.jpg

http://ekinphotography.com/gallery/d/19490-2/_MG_2792-2.jpg

[Peter G]

Shot with natural light shining through window left

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1177/1362807361_0b97248bd5_b.jpg

[peatoire]

Love headshots at f1.2 with this lens

[KenG]

Love headshots at f1.2 with this lens
Nice, now that is shallow...Another one of mine on 40D...
http://kengillespie.com/img/v3/p499551796-4.jpg

[Perry Ge]

*must. not. look. so. pretty. so. tempting. wallet. hurt.*

[ninab]

ahh i luv this lens already ...



nice shots!!! :D

though I have to admit the ultra cool poses of the guys really made me laugh...

[Indecent Exposure]

This is so my least favorite thread on the forum.

My jealousy runs uncontrollably.

[suyenfung]

5D, wide open

http://www.inluxcreative.com/images/uploads/potn/08.02.19_04.39.17_bw.jpg

[Ethan]

Wow... one sharp pic

[Meaty0]

5D, wide open



Are those spots rain?

[suyenfung]

snow

[Meaty0]

snowWhat's snow:D

[tonylong]

What's snow:D

It's what you down under refer to "Movie Special Effects":)!

[canerino]

just found this link, thought i could contribute! if you have the funds (or even if you dont!) get the lens. you will not be sorry...

all at or near wide open:

1
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/92703651.jpg


2
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/92703588.jpg


3
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/79587704.jpg


4
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/88218240.jpg


5
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/88345171.jpg


6
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/82095057.jpg


7
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/79752833.jpg


8
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/91155240.jpg

[b.d.bop]

just found this link, thought i could contribute! if you have the funds (or even if you dont!) get the lens. you will not be sorry...


Astounding shots, canerino. Truly out of this world! Kudos to you.

#2 slayed me.

[Hatch1921]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2291926916_f9357850bc_o.jpg


I really like the lighting in this shot. Great job! Hatch

[Meaty0]

just found this link, thought i could contribute! if you have the funds (or even if you dont!) get the lens. you will not be sorry...

all at or near wide open:

1
http://www.pbase.com/anerino/image/92703651.jpg




Oh this is an outstanding photo. I think the photographer is the winner for this one...not the lens.

[suyenfung]

canerino i love your pictures. they are beautiful and make me happy. thanks for posting.

[TheGreatDivorce]

Yeah, Chuck! 'Bout time you showed up ;)

[ninab]

just found this link, thought i could contribute! if you have the funds (or even if you dont!) get the lens. you will not be sorry...

all at or near wide open:

GREAT shots!!!!

[Meaty0]

Here's my contribution. This was my first go with this lens. I found it very difficult to get the focus right at f/1.2. You have to be really careful with the focus points you use.

http://img187.imageshack.us/img187/7876/ruby1sh4.jpg

[ninab]

Paul, that's a great shot! I really like it. Nothing like my first attempt...

[Meaty0]

Paul, that's a great shot! I really like it. Nothing like my first attempt...

Thanks for the kind words Ninab. Well I didn't show you all the crappy shots I took, but I think people should know...YOU CAN TAKE LOTS OF CRAPPY SHOTS WITH THIS LENS EVERYBODY!

Like I said, it's terribly difficult to get the focus right. This might just be because of the very narrow DOF at f:1.2. I'd sure appreciate knowing how everyone else gets such sharp shots. Do you just use the centre focus point or something?

Take this shot for example....I was trying to make sure the eyes were in focus, but somehow two other bits are focussed and the eyes are soft:evil:

http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/9141/20080309bcgportraitsoutjg2.jpg

What did I do wrong?

[S-S]

not my own lens unfortunately - just a short term loan - but now IWOOT!

[S-S]

two more - all 4 at f/1.2 - LOVED IT
you do have to be careful tho... i use focus & recompose from centre point, and of these 4: one face is slightly OOF :-(