Canon EF 35mm f/1.4 L USM

[Tareq]

Tareq, I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt and assuming you were being nice... so...



The quote you quoted said I didn't think the 14L (note, it's quite a different lens to the 35L) was worth the money for me (and it's not, because I only buy lenses I need, not heaps of lenses for no reason). Keeping with that theme. I always have to save for what I buy because, well... I'm not rich. ;)

"I can't afford it" = "I need to save for it", not "I'll die of starvation if I buy it". :lol:

Also, who said I want it so badly? I am trying to decide between the 28 1.8, 24L II and the 35L (as I don't have money to burn). I take it I'm allowed to post wherever I want while I make up my mind right?! :p

Despite being a highly trained ninja :rolleyes: I certainly won't be "disappearing" until I own one. :lol:

Good for you, i just quoted last post of you but i was referring to all of your previous posts mostly that you are going back and forth about 35L and another lenses, but i am waiting you when you get a new prime lens whatever it is and see your results ;)

[adam*]

A24mm lens is NOT a lens for a single person portait....but it is the perfect focal length for "people in their environment" or documentary photography, which is why the 24-70 lens is so loved by the press.

Or the 16-35 on a 1 series :)

[Stealthy Ninja]

Good for you, i just quoted last post of you but i was referring to all of your previous posts mostly that you are going back and forth about 35L and another lenses, but i am waiting you when you get a new prime lens whatever it is and see your results ;)

OIC understood. :)

I certainly will post on whatever thread is appropriate when I get the lens I eventually get. :D

A24mm lens is NOT a lens for a single person portait....but it is the perfect focal length for "people in their environment" or documentary photography, which is why the 24-70 lens is so loved by the press.

Precisely. :)

Mainly I want a lens to use for as many purposes as possible (everyday prime) that can be used in lowish light without a flash and a lens that can photograph a small group of people (not full length) indoors without too much trouble, but won't look weird when shooting 1 person up sort of "close" (head shot).

I think the look a 35mm gets you on FF is very much like the look of a typical MCU in a movie when shooting 2-3 people next to each other (or one person even).

Nice versatile length and the prime gets me the low light and indoor performance I want.

[WhyFi]

Mainly I want a lens to use for as many purposes as possible (everyday prime) that can be used in lowish light without a flash and a lens that can photograph a small group of people (not full length) indoors without too much trouble, but won't look weird when shooting 1 person up sort of "close" (head shot).

I think that this is certainly what the 35L is... the only thing is that (I think) you really have to warn people when you intend to take a head-shot - I've noticed that 'regular' (I don't work with models, heh) people are a little put off by how physically close you have to get with the lens.

[rvdw98]

I think that this is certainly what the 35L is... the only thing is that (I think) you really have to warn people when you intend to take a head-shot - I've noticed that 'regular' (I don't work with models, heh) people are a little put off by how physically close you have to get with the lens.

Agreed. Generally, people will go all squeamish on you when you stick a 35 in their face. If I know I want to do head shots, I'll reach for my 85 or 135 which also provides a more flattering perspective and allow me to better throw the background out of focus.

[x2x3x4x5x]

http://i30.tinypic.com/29z6bn7.jpg

[Stealthy Ninja]

I think that this is certainly what the 35L is... the only thing is that (I think) you really have to warn people when you intend to take a head-shot - I've noticed that 'regular' (I don't work with models, heh) people are a little put off by how physically close you have to get with the lens.

Agreed. Generally, people will go all squeamish on you when you stick a 35 in their face. If I know I want to do head shots, I'll reach for my 85 or 135 which also provides a more flattering perspective and allow me to better throw the background out of focus.


Right, but for me a lot of the time this will be used as a "people in their environment" lens. Or with my kids, who like to get close to the camera anyway. Head shots not so much. MCU maybe (that's Medium Close Up... something like the "news reader on TV" type shot).

[ekie]

panorama pic with this lens. total of 8 shots, 4 top and 4 stop ... taken from victoria's peak with view of hong kong skyline :) .. pretty sweet view

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2456/3783150693_188fa24677_o.jpg

[Stealthy Ninja]

Hey, you can't quite see my house from there. :p You almost can, but I live a bit out of the view from there

Nice stitch dude. :)

BTW, I am also checking out the 28 1.8. I think that lens is a good one because it's pretty sharp and despite myself I know it's "good enough" but this one seems much better and hey it's only money. :lol:

Well it's fun to decide. :D

[ekie]

Hey, you can't quite see my house from there. :p You almost can, but I live a bit out of the view from there

Nice stitch dude. :)

BTW, I am also checking out the 28 1.8. I think that lens is a good one because it's pretty sharp and despite myself I know it's "good enough" but this one seems much better and hey it's only money. :lol:

Well it's fun to decide. :D

thanks man. must be nice living there!!! i wouldnt mind living there for awhile except it is expensive =O .. there was tons of ppl that night at the peak, hard to get in position for good pic. wouldve brought my tripod but left it back at hotel cuz we had been out all day.

28/1.8 is a good lens, my buddy had one. sharp and good iQ, its no 35L though :lol:. just get one and be done with! lol

[Stealthy Ninja]

LOL yeah, perhaps I'll stop posting in the threads and stop annoying the owners. :lol:

I'll be back in a few months with a new lens (I hope). :D

[WhyFi]

Right, but for me a lot of the time this will be used as a "people in their environment" lens. Or with my kids, who like to get close to the camera anyway. Head shots not so much. MCU maybe (that's Medium Close Up... something like the "news reader on TV" type shot).

Too much talk! More Pics! ; )

Here's one that's a few months old, finally processed -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2613/3784229089_35e5d8fd85.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/whyfinyc/3784229089/sizes/o/)

And a more somber one -

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3424/3785065112_b78dacbce9.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/whyfinyc/3785065112/sizes/o/)

[Shlomo]

Before I came to this thread, I believed that only Linhof and Sinar were able to make this shots, especially your pictures (the second) have the very elegant Alec Soth - colour and atmosphere. You are the man!

[x2x3x4x5x]

http://i32.tinypic.com/ejvk3t.jpg

[merelyok]

A couple from me, all taken on a film Canon 1V.

Is it me or is it hard to focus wide open? i tend to get some misses. At first i thought my copy of the lens was soft, but i reckon its my own inability to focus the lens properly wide open!

Anyways, here we go.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3476/3787355942_a51e4916f6_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2646/3768026593_c1dc00178e_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3584/3764962055_b61030a59d_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2556/3764961613_0b15e33aa9_o.jpg

[KAS]

Brilliant shot, Pat....as usual. I love the look.

Merelyok...I like the look of film. It really does have a different fell from digital. I know what you mean about the focusing trouble. :) That second photo is great...it's nice that it's not supersharp.

[merelyok]

Thanks KAS, nice to know its not only myself with the problem!

[x2x3x4x5x]

http://i32.tinypic.com/e1dlp5.jpg
I'm not sure what I like more, my bride, or the 35L...

[merelyok]

x2x3x4x5x, both look equally stunning (:

A few more from me. Film again.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2510/3787612144_e38cbfb08a_o.jpg
Canon 1V, 35mm 1.4L, Fujichrome Provia 100

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3553/3765731260_3d6006a6bb_o.jpg
Canon 1V, 35mm 1.4L, Fujichrome Astia 100

[single_track]

I'm not sure what I like more, my bride, or the 35L...

Always, always say you like your bride better. Quietly think whatever you want.

[Tareq]

http://i32.tinypic.com/e1dlp5.jpg
I'm not sure what I like more, my bride, or the 35L...

I hope you didn't buy 35L to shoot your bride ;) because your bride deserve to shoot by 135L and 200L and 85L and Phase one. :lol:

[Shlomo]

this is by far the nost sensual shot arount here, thank you, very inspiring.

[KAS]

Naw....the 35L is just as deserving as the 85L :)

[merelyok]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/3791965056_89a80d6b7d_o.jpg
I do think i've gotten the hang of focusing this thing! Wide open, focus on "E" in leica.

[airfrogusmc]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/3791965056_89a80d6b7d_o.jpg
I do think i've gotten the hang of focusing this thing! Wide open, focus on "E" in leica.

Nice Camera!!!

[origamione]

I'm not sure what I like more, my bride, or the 35L...

I love your work Pat, simply stunning!

[alt4852]

well, i finally broke down and did it. i should be getting a visit from the brown truck on friday carrying a brand new 35L. kept wondering about how an update is pretty certain, but this lens is what i want.. right now. so that's what i'm buying. ;)

[Tom K.]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2492/3794233968_bc4c383f54_o.jpg

[Stealthy Ninja]

well, i finally broke down and did it. i should be getting a visit from the brown truck on friday carrying a brand new 35L. kept wondering about how an update is pretty certain, but this lens is what i want.. right now. so that's what i'm buying. ;)

You're in trouble dude.

My cousin's friends sister's brother's friends cousin's cousin said he's 40% certain the 24-70 2.8L IS, 70-200 2,8L IS mk II and the 35L II will be out sometime in the next month!

Nobody on this thread realises unicorns elevate!

(who can break the code there?) ;)

[DL.Photography]

Now now..don't scare the poor guy and make him return the lens now. :p

Just because the 35LMKII is coming, it doesn't mean that the original 35L will suddenly stop working. It will live on as an amazing lens :lol:

You're in trouble dude.

My cousin's friends sister's brother's friends cousin's cousin said he's 40% certain the 24-70 2.8L IS, 70-200 2,8L IS mk II and the 35L II will be out sometime in the next month!

Nobody on this thread realises unicorns elevate!

(who can break the code there?) ;)

[KAS]

Tom, Awesome mushroom shot. So clear!

[alt4852]

Now now..don't scare the poor guy and make him return the lens now. :p

Just because the 35LMKII is coming, it doesn't mean that the original 35L will suddenly stop working. It will live on as an amazing lens :lol:

i've had my 24-70L taped at 35mm and i can assure you with some level of certainty this lens is probably going to be glued to one of my 5D's 90% of the time. ;)

[KAS]

I think you're right...I've actually used my 35L more than the 24-70 since I started with it

[x2x3x4x5x]

http://i27.tinypic.com/34dizjo.jpg

[jwcdds]

Good heavens Pat. I don't know how you do it but I am glad you're out there excelling at your craft. I wish you continued success as I think many couples are fortunate to have you as their wedding photographer.

[Yellowmsp]

http://www.scottlam.com/img/v6/p24682663-4.jpg

http://www.scottlam.com/img/v0/p242875838-4.jpg

[GMCPhotographics]

I've only just recently started to use a 35mm f1.4, it's a lens that I've respected for some time and I have to say it's a lot sharper wide open than my 50mm f1.2! Wow it can focus close! I love it's colour and contrast rendition. It's sharp enough at f1.4, but as others have said before...by f2 it's insanely sharp.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3452/3797292547_8e8e518bda_o.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2646/3797292675_d02cfcbc11_o.jpg

[liclic]

I have a 16-35L II and thinking of trading for a 35L + cash, should I? I love shooting wide but wanted to try something difference, had a 135L before but found it too long for my taste, or should I waited for the 35L II or 24-70 2.8 IS?

[DL.Photography]

I have a 16-35L II and thinking of trading for a 35L + cash, should I? I love shooting wide but wanted to try something difference, had a 135L before but found it too long for my taste, or should I waited for the 35L II or 24-70 2.8 IS?

Instead of trading your 16-35L II for a 35L + cash, you will be trading your 16-35L II + cash for a 35L II.

If you like what you see on this thread, why not just pick it up :lol:

[liclic]

so I should wait for the 35L II then? I like all the pics in every single thread but cant afford to pick up all the lens LOL

[x2x3x4x5x]

No. Buy the 35L now and start taking pictures.

Sometimes you guys worry about gear way more then you should. It's a tool. Do carpenters wait to buy their hammers because a new one might be coming out? Hell no. They use their tools and make the best with what they have.

[DL.Photography]

No. Buy the 35L now and start taking pictures.

Sometimes you guys worry about gear way more then you should. It's a tool. Do carpenters wait to buy their hammers because a new one might be coming out? Hell no. They use their tools and make the best with what they have.

Well said Pat

[RyanK]

35L is next. :D

[echo]

No. Buy the 35L now and start taking pictures.

Sometimes you guys worry about gear way more then you should. It's a tool. Do carpenters wait to buy their hammers because a new one might be coming out? Hell no. They use their tools and make the best with what they have.

100% agree :)

[Palna]

Her are some of mine

[The Ghost of FM]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2492/3794233968_bc4c383f54_o.jpg
I don't know why, but I really like this! ;)

Nicely done!

Cheers!

[echo]

Her are some of mine

Congratulations :)

[Palna]

Congratulations :)

Thanks: -)

[merelyok]

I'm starting to like this baby more and more, albeit on a 35mm film format.

Shot on a Canon 1V, with Kodak Tri-X film developed in HC-110B

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3474/3801043211_726347866e_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3474/3801042201_1e6fdeaa70_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3533/3801880988_0207894c76_o.jpg

All shot wide open.

The bokeh is amazing!

[WhyFi]

Nice feral - looks like a TNR person got him/her!

[Stealthy Ninja]

No. Buy the 35L now and start taking pictures.

Sometimes you guys worry about gear way more then you should. It's a tool. Do carpenters wait to buy their hammers because a new one might be coming out? Hell no. They use their tools and make the best with what they have.

I agree, but it certainly isn't the same as comparing one hammer to another. ;)

Hammers reached the apex of their technological possibilities long ago. Unless someone makes one of those automatic hammers that pop up on the Simpsons occasionally. :p

Perhaps: "Do carpenters wait to buy their power saws because a new one might be coming out with diamond tips* and titanium hand protectors? No!"

* sharper (geddit?! :p ).

[DarthVader]

If there is one the price will be outrageous. Remember 24L ?

so I should wait for the 35L II then? I like all the pics in every single thread but cant afford to pick up all the lens LOL

[dolina]

Those who can wait should wait those who can't wait get the 35L :)

[alt4852]

* sharper (geddit?! :p ).

lame. ;)

[KAS]

lame. ;)


are you saying it was a dull joke?

[alt4852]

are you saying it was a dull joke?

yep, as dull as stealthy's power saw since it isn't diamond tipped.

[ScootersDaddy]

Actually there HAVE been certain advances over the past few years in the field of carpentry as far as hammers are concerned... :p Check out the titanium hammers that are now available. And for that matter there are new textured jeweler's hammers that have recently become available. So hammer technology is indeed live and well and it is evolving. :D

[x2x3x4x5x]

Point is they are both tools. 35L, 24L (markI), etc are all MORE then capable of out performing 99.99% of most photographers skill sets.

My humble suggestion? Put that money into something worthwhile. Rebrand, get a cooler blog, get some letterpress cards, buy some sample stuff, invest, take your wife/gf/significant other out to dinner. They are all 100% guaranteed better long term ways of spending your money then upgrading the 35L to the eventually soon-to-be released 35L II.

[Tareq]

And i didn't buy 35L yet, so i can wait and wait until they produce that new 35L II, i can wait long time because that 35L is not my top priority in my list anyway, but it is in my list anyway.

[x2x3x4x5x]

That's a good decision for you.

I also do not think the 35L II would even be that much better then the 35L.

[airfrogusmc]

That's a good decision for you.

I also do not think the 35L II would even be that much better then the 35L.

Agree, how much better could the 35L get?

[wildcart]

If the new one is weather sealed and even sharper I might sell mine and get the new one :D

[airfrogusmc]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_0055.jpg

[KAS]

weather sealing is definitely a big deal. I'm always finding myself in the rain and dust.

[Karizmatik]

Agree, how much better could the 35L get?

Well, just look at the 24L and the 24L II, there is a nice chunk of difference, I believe -- Canon wouldn't re-make one of their L's unless they thought they could out do it, at least a little, IMO.

Nevertheless, I'm picking up one of these at the end of the week.

[airfrogusmc]

Well, just look at the 24L and the 24L II, there is a nice chunk of difference, I believe -- Canon wouldn't re-make one of their L's unless they thought they could out do it, at least a little, IMO.

Nevertheless, I'm picking up one of these at the end of the week.

There's not enough for me to make the upgrade to the 24II and I doubt there will be enough if and when the 35LII comes out.

[Karizmatik]

There's not enough for me to make the upgrade to the 24II and I doubt there will be enough if and when the 35LII comes out.

I never said for an upgrade ;) I'm talking for new buyers who don't have the previous model. Meaning, if and when they go to buy a 24L, I'm sure most would pay the additional few hundred for the II, just so they didn't have to deal with the CA the original has wide open, along with the added sharpness in the II.

But as you say, if you already own the I, yeah, you of course would be idiotic to take a loss on the I and dish out extra for the II.

[airfrogusmc]

I never said for an upgrade ;) I'm talking for new buyers who don't have the previous model. Meaning, if and when they go to buy a 24L, I'm sure most would pay the additional few hundred for the II, just so they didn't have to deal with the CA the original has wide open, along with the added sharpness in the II.

But as you say, if you already own the I, yeah, you of course would be idiotic to take a loss on the I and dish out extra for the II.

Yeah if I didn't own I would probably buy the II.

[Tareq]

That is why i will wait longer to see in that wide angle prime range [14, 24, 35,...], i have enough time to wait, and as long mkII are out there then i can safely buy mkII or mkIII later in the future if they will produce.

[lbeck]

If the new one is weather sealed and even sharper I might sell mine and get the new one :D

Better hope it performs as good as the original :) I can't imagine a 35L Mark2 having better IQ than the original. Its insane how good this lens is.

[twoshadows]

http://www.pbase.com/iangreyphotography/image/115351087/original.jpg

[Karizmatik]

I am finding it so difficult to choose between this lens and the 24mm F1.4 L II

I don't know if it is just the photographers or what -- But the 35 colours and clarity I swear look better than the 24's.

I shoot on a crop body though, so I feel the 35mm would be a bit tight for me.

Anyone here own both the 24 and 35 or have had a go at both? What're your takes? Is it just the photographers in this sample thread vs. the 24mm's or what? Or does the 35 just have beautiful colour rendition and it's own "feel" to it?

HELP ME OUT! I'M GOING NUTS!

[twoshadows]

I don't know about color and clarity, but the 24L mkI that I tried definitely has that wide feel while the 35L doesn't. Maybe that's what you're seeing in terms of differences between the two?

[Gary2027]

I have both the 24L MkII and the 35L, although they're relatively new to me. Sharpness, colors and contrast are excellent on both. I can't really see a noticeable difference between the two in those areas. Image quality is really, really nice for both of them.

Pick your favorite focal length between the two, you can't go wrong with either one. The 24L MkII is very impressive.

[Karizmatik]

I have both the 24L MkII and the 35L, although they're relatively new to me. Sharpness, colors and contrast are excellent on both. I can't really see a noticeable difference between the two in those areas. Image quality is really, really nice for both of them.

Pick your favorite focal length between the two, you can't go wrong with either one. The 24L MkII is very impressive.

Thankyou! :D

[airfrogusmc]

Thankyou! :D

I have both also only me 24 is the I not the II and if you want a similar FoV as a 35 on FF for a crop then go 24. I really thing the contrast, color and IQ are about the same on both lenses.

[merelyok]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2672/3811207510_0235f852f1_o.jpg

My dad. Wide open on a 1DMKIII

[jakeg1999]

Ok, I am sold, and trying to find one....question is....do I go with a used one that's about 3.5 years old but appears to be pretty sharp, although I still need to see more photos taken with it....or spend $125 more for a new one with a warranty (if I can find one).....???

[airfrogusmc]

Ok, I am sold, and trying to find one....question is....do I go with a used one that's about 3.5 years old but appears to be pretty sharp, although I still need to see more photos taken with it....or spend $125 more for a new one with a warranty (if I can find one).....???

In my opinion, spend the buck and a quarter.

[merelyok]

In my opinion, spend the buck and a quarter.

Agreed. 125 is not much for a peace of mind.

[dolina]

Assuming you have 24/1.4L II, 35/1.4L, & ZE 50/1.4 do you find yourself feeling the 35/1.4L as being redundant?

[airfrogusmc]

I have the 24L and the 35L (FF) and they are very different lenses. Apples and oranges as they both are to a 50mm.

[dolina]

I have the 24L and the 35L (FF) and they are very different lenses. Apples and oranges as they both are to a 50mm.
Assume also you have the 16-35/2.8L II and 17-40/4L with the 24/1.4L II and ZE 50/1.4. Would that combination make the 35/1.4L redundant?

[jwcdds]

I would think the redundancy comes in the form of those 2 zooms. They're so close in FL and why not just dial the 16-35 down to f/4 and you get 16-35 f/4L basically, no?

As for the primes, the 35mm is that perfect middle ground between the 24 & 50 that gives you the ability to shoot wide open at f/1.4. I think after that, it's a matter of which lens(es) you tend to use over time and sell the one that don't.

That's my $0.02 at least. :)

[Tareq]

I would think the redundancy comes in the form of those 2 zooms. They're so close in FL and why not just dial the 16-35 down to f/4 and you get 16-35 f/4L basically, no?

As for the primes, the 35mm is that perfect middle ground between the 24 & 50 that gives you the ability to shoot wide open at f/1.4. I think after that, it's a matter of which lens(es) you tend to use over time and sell the one that don't.

That's my $0.02 at least. :)

I think he is confusing between focal lengths, for me i will go with few zooms, but i will always go with many primes if i have a chance, doesn't matter if i have 14mm, 24, 35, 50, 85,....800 as long each prime FL can do a job on certain occasions, can't say that 24mm FL is equal 35mm on same body, not even 135 vs. 200 or 300 vs.400 or 500 vs. 600, i also will never feel regret or redundancy if i have 50 1.4 and 50 1.2L and 85 1.8 and 85 1.2L.

[alt4852]

I would think the redundancy comes in the form of those 2 zooms. They're so close in FL and why not just dial the 16-35 down to f/4 and you get 16-35 f/4L basically, no?

As for the primes, the 35mm is that perfect middle ground between the 24 & 50 that gives you the ability to shoot wide open at f/1.4. I think after that, it's a matter of which lens(es) you tend to use over time and sell the one that don't.

That's my $0.02 at least. :)

yea, i'd say the 17-40L is the only redundant lens in that lineup. i feel like you're trying really hard to get one of us to say "yes" to your question and i simply don't think any current EF lens makes the 35L overkill.

[dolina]

It is more like... should I get the mark 2 when it comes out? ;) but that's for next year.

[jakeg1999]

Well, I have decided to get a new one, but they have vanished off the face of the planet.....There are two places that I have found that have them, Canoga Camera and Buydig.....I had a past horrible experience with Buydig, so that's out....and Canoga, which has the best price I have seen so far, but I would have to pay $130 in taxes....so I will have to keep looking...if anyone knows of one out there, please let me know....thanks....

[airfrogusmc]

It looks like Calumet has'm in stock
http://www.calumetphoto.com/Cameras/Lenses+Lens+Accessories/SLR+Lenses/Canon/

[GMCPhotographics]

A 35L and a 16-35L are very different lenses. I have both and they have different charectoristics.

[jakeg1999]

Yeah, Calumet is close to me, but I would have to pay taxes, and they are $200 more than most the other online shops....I guess I will have to be patient and just keep looking, makes you wonder why so many stores are out of stock, and when I called not one had an idea of when they would be getting more....maybe there is a newer version coming....

[alt4852]

fedex just stopped by. i can hear my 24-70L quietly sobbing in the bag right now. time to play! :D

[Stealthy Ninja]

I think he is confusing between focal lengths, for me i will go with few zooms, but i will always go with many primes if i have a chance, doesn't matter if i have 14mm, 24, 35, 50, 85,....800 as long each prime FL can do a job on certain occasions, can't say that 24mm FL is equal 35mm on same body, not even 135 vs. 200 or 300 vs.400 or 500 vs. 600, i also will never feel regret or redundancy if i have 50 1.4 and 50 1.2L and 85 1.8 and 85 1.2L.

Yeah, but your GEAR list would be many people's WISH list, dude. :p

[Tareq]

Yeah, but your GEAR list would be many people's WISH list, dude. :p

And that what i am looking for. ;):lol::p

[merelyok]

With abit of digital massaging, the 1DMKIII and 35mm 1.4L make for a great combination.

A current project of mine to document normal, everyday day working class people. I've gotten a few shots of these people in action in their working environments but those shots were on film. For their portraits i prefer digital.

Here are a few..

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2531/3814327692_0a40efaacc.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2437/3798680712_36c7f6e95c.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2619/3797862017_853ac66b9b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3498/3797904093_819b3c2741.jpg

Just a few portraits, all shot at F5.6 with natural lighting

[A.C.]

With abit of digital massaging, the 1DMKIII and 35mm 1.4L make for a great combination.

A current project of mine to document normal, everyday day working class people. I've gotten a few shots of these people in action in their working environments but those shots were on film. For their portraits i prefer digital.



Great portraits. Your project and results remind me of Richard Avedon's work, more specifically his "In The American West" portfolio. I love it, nice work.

[merelyok]

A.C. you are too kind..I personally love Avedon's work. Thank you for the kind comment!

Candid shot of a friend of mine.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2643/3815203616_f3a19523cd.jpg

The bokeh is bad-ass!

[jakeg1999]

Woohoo! Just checked B&H website and it showed as though they had them in stock, gave them a call to confirm, then just completed my order......Very excited, now I just need to figure out if and which filter to go with....Not really a big fan of putting very expensive filters on it, but at the same time would like to create a little protection....I guess I will have to try to find something out there....now I'm officially broke! Can't wait to start posting some photos.....

[WhyFi]

I think that the hood on the 35L is probably one of the more protective ones out there for a shorter FL lens - with the hood on, I've never worried about the front element. It's deep and narrow enough (doesn't flare out like a 17-40L hood) that it's hard to actually get the lens cap on and off with the hood in place.

[MaliCali]

Woohoo! Just checked B&H website and it showed as though they had them in stock, gave them a call to confirm, then just completed my order......Very excited, now I just need to figure out if and which filter to go with....Not really a big fan of putting very expensive filters on it, but at the same time would like to create a little protection....I guess I will have to try to find something out there....now I'm officially broke! Can't wait to start posting some photos.....

you dont want to put a quality filter on your $1400 lens?

sort of counter productive wouldnt you say?

[alt4852]

Not really a big fan of putting very expensive filters on it, but at the same time would like to create a little protection....I guess I will have to try to find something out there.

b+w mrc, hoya hd, or heliopan. either get the expensive filters or don't get them at all. :confused:

[DL.Photography]

Not a fan of a very expensive filter you say? I hope you aren't planning on putting a $10 dollar tiffen filter in front of a $1200 lens.

BTW, congrats :lol:

Woohoo! Just checked B&H website and it showed as though they had them in stock, gave them a call to confirm, then just completed my order......Very excited, now I just need to figure out if and which filter to go with....Not really a big fan of putting very expensive filters on it, but at the same time would like to create a little protection....I guess I will have to try to find something out there....now I'm officially broke! Can't wait to start posting some photos.....

[jakeg1999]

Yeah, I know...probably going to go with a Hoya.....it's definately silly to put a cheap filter on an expensive lens....I guess I was just so excited to find one, that I ordered it so quickly and forgot to ad a filter to the order....Guess I'll go order it now.....

[WhyFi]

Better yet, add a rider to your home owner's/renter's insurance and go naked (well, always wear a hood) - it'll be cheaper than the filter, you won't have to worry about the lens or the effect of the filter in terms of IQ. Besides, filter isn't going to help if you drop it off a cliff... :)

[jakeg1999]

That's true, I will be using the hood, and I just ordered a Hoya....I'll do a few test shots with it on and off, and if I decide to go without it (naked!!!), then at least I will have it for when I go to the beach and or any other dusty/dirty areas.....I can't wait to get the lens, it's my best one yet....I really have to stop getting lenses, but what I have learned is that you do have to go through a few to find what you like especially the focal lengths....now I have the 35L, 50 1.4, 85 1.8, 135L, and 70-200 F4IS....I plan to leave the 50 on my 50D(backup camera) that I take with me to work in case of a photo opportunity, and then use the 35L, 85 on my 5D as my two main walk arounds....

[airfrogusmc]

I don't use filter unless they're for effect or I'm in a sandy, salty type environment and then only if the stuff is blowing. Theres been almost a new thread a week on the subject. My 35L is probably my least expensive lens also. Hood always.

[GeneMan88]

I snapped this shot with my 1Ds MkI, after cleaning the sensor.

wide open at f/1.4, Tv=1/60s, ISO=200
http://geneman88.zenfolio.com/img/v0/p656064849-5.jpg

[ekie]

how about some 'yummy' food? :)


Silkworm, Lamb, and Snake.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3580/3821709567_1fcaf8c0c9_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2558/3821714323_afa02ecd8f_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2629/3822521244_abc70a61af_o.jpg

@ Great Wall
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2481/3822721175_a0550656fb_o.jpg

[ScootersDaddy]

Mmmm good, just like Mom's. :-)

Mine will be here tomorrow and I'm excited to try it out. Some very inspiring images in this thread. Takes some hours to get through it all though!

[SebRamsland]

Been shooting at a rivalry soccer match between Vålerenga IF and Lillestrøm SK.

Just love the feeling this lense gives.

http://www.sebastianramsland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/vif-lsk-09-12.jpg
http://www.sebastianramsland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/vif-lsk-09-14.jpg
http://www.sebastianramsland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/vif-lsk-09-17.jpg

[poppie guy]

Been shooting at a rivalry soccer match between Vålerenga IF and Lillestrøm SK.

Just love the feeling this lense gives.



Interesting fans, especially in the second shot.

[brownbugger]

Excellent images , im highly impressed with the IQ of this lens !

[ScootersDaddy]

From my first tests...I like it. :-)

http://www.atwoodknives.com/pics/besusans35mm1.4.jpg

[twoshadows]

The Lamb looks good :D .

[Helena]

A friend and her family recently got a Maine Coon kitten, and of course I had to photograph it. :) The light was really bad though and the kitten lively...

387777

387778

When I got 24L and 50L I had intended to sell 35L, but can't bring myself to do it. It's a wonderful lens which gives a slightly different look than the other two, which I really like for some pictures.

[merelyok]

Random shots of my other camera on the 35mm 1.4

Both wide open.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2540/3833402873_51bc24c269_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2572/3834196688_a338415ab0_o.jpg

[BlueTsunami]

A friend and her family recently got a Maine Coon kitten, and of course I had to photograph it. :) The light was really bad though and the kitten lively...

387777

387778

When I got 24L and 50L I had intended to sell 35L, but can't bring myself to do it. It's a wonderful lens which gives a slightly different look than the other two, which I really like for some pictures.

OH.MY.GOD

:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

So damn cuuuuuuuuteeeeeeee

She/He has a very distinctive face, almost lion like.

[Helena]

He's cute, isn't he? :) I had never seen a Maine Coon before. The owners say that those cats get huge and they are supposed to look very lion like, with a big nose and fur around the head almost like a mane. He has huge tufted ears.

[Tareq]

He's cute, isn't he? :) I had never seen a Maine Coon before. The owners say that those cats get huge and they are supposed to look very lion like, with a big nose and fur around the head almost like a mane. He has huge tufted ears.

I used to have these kind of cats where they are so lion-like and a lot of fur or hair all over the body even face.

[Double Negative]

Random shots of my other camera on the 35mm 1.4...

Sweet... M6, shooting film. Good man!

[jakeg1999]

Just got mine yesterday.....I think I am going to really love this lens......here is a quick shot of my daughter, not the greatest shot, but it's wide open and pretty sharp!!!! Can't wait to really see what it can do....

[stanleyh]

nice color on the 35mm.

[mxracer535]

You guys are REALLY making me want to get this lens...may have to hold off on getting the 24-70

[GMCPhotographics]

Just got mine yesterday.....I think I am going to really love this lens......here is a quick shot of my daughter, not the greatest shot, but it's wide open and pretty sharp!!!! Can't wait to really see what it can do....

That's a great shot bud...but did you really need the flash gun? Bump the iso and use the ambient light? You might get a little iso grain, but you gain a whole lot of atmosphere and depth.

[x2x3x4x5x]

http://i26.tinypic.com/33m7n7a.jpg
http://i25.tinypic.com/i6y2yb.jpg

[J-B]

awesome as always pat!

[jakeg1999]

That's a great shot bud...but did you really need the flash gun? Bump the iso and use the ambient light? You might get a little iso grain, but you gain a whole lot of atmosphere and depth.

No, I guess I didn't need the flash. I am still learning, and I have a 580 flash that I rarely seem to use, so I play around with it every now and then trying to learn the flash side of photography, but you are right, I should have gone without it and just used the natural light....Thanks for the input, it's nice to get feedback....I have soooo much to learn, and am enjoying the process of doing so!!!!!

[jakeg1999]

Here is another quick one from today, again nothing great but just trying to learn this lens, and playing with a little outside fill flash....I am really liking this lens.....

[bzzztobee]

this thread is not good for my pocket. i dont know whether i should get this or the 85mm f/1.2L . help!

[WhyFi]

Booo!!! After a month of hoping that my focusing problem would majically go away, I finally sent my beloved 35L off to factory service. God speed, 35L!

[shaktipalooza]

Here's a few from yesterday's adult soapbox derby.

Info and more images HERE (http://michaelsessionsphotography.com/blather/?p=53)

http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627201118_mvinM-L.jpg

http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627199794_una6q-X2.jpg

http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627204208_VVd6c-L.jpg

[Karizmatik]

http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627204208_VVd6c-L.jpg

Damn, that guy is game. I can only imagine what damage could be done to himself if he was to crash that. :confused:

[shaktipalooza]

Yeah, that was definitely the most bonzai car there. His elbows were practically dragging on the ground.

Here he is zipped up and ready to go. There were some delays, at one point he must have been in there waiting for half an hour.

http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627204348_QWG95-XL.jpg
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627212217_RK9Fr-M.jpg

[WhyFi]

For that kind of sacrifice, I hope he did well!

[DRUMM3RBOY]

I could do nothing else but laugh when I saw the photos of the dude in the torpedo. I guess he drew the short straw. :D :D

[phamster]

Damn, that guy is game. I can only imagine what damage could be done to himself if he was to crash that. :confused:


engineers believe in there machines !!

@ Pat.. nice photos..

phamster

[Karizmatik]

engineers believe in there machines !!

@ Pat.. nice photos..

phamster

Not really. Why do you think there is such a thing as "Crash Test Dummies" or "Guinea Pigs" ? ;)

[shaktipalooza]

Not really. Why do you think there is such a thing as "Crash Test Dummies" or "Guinea Pigs" ? ;)

I think that must have been this guy. He must have taken quite a tumble as there were a few of these patches on his body.
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627205862_ofTXn-M.jpg

or him
http://www.largelifephotography.com/photos/627222287_GrTCm-M.jpg

[Karizmatik]

Haha that mouse-trap thing is golden!

[nightcat]

http://i41.tinypic.com/lfots.jpg
http://i43.tinypic.com/2pqvq7m.jpg
http://i43.tinypic.com/rgx8pk.jpg
http://i41.tinypic.com/eqwkcz.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/15x0lys.jpg

Got all of those printed on 16x24 canvas for 'em.

The last one is really nice!

[MaliCali]

where as i find the second to last incredible!

[GMCPhotographics]

Is anyone finding their 35L's hood a little stiff to get on and off? Mine sticks on the metal bit.

[Tareq]

Is anyone finding their 35L's hood a little stiff to get on and off? Mine sticks on the metal bit.

The question is: is it only 35L? i had that sometimes with some of my lenses with their hoods.

[alt4852]

Is anyone finding their 35L's hood a little stiff to get on and off? Mine sticks on the metal bit.

maybe for the first couple of days. mounting/unmounting, storing backwards.. it all seemed to loosen it up or something because mine feels easy to manage while still being secure now.

[ScootersDaddy]

Yes, it's a bit sticky, hard to get on and off. Also hard to get my fingers in there to remove the cap if the hood is on. I'm loving this lens though.

[WhyFi]

Yup - the hood's a little tight, getting it on and taking it off, and mine certainly hasn't loosened up at all... And I like the fact that it's tough to get stray fingers (or anything else) in there!

[DoomMan]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2663/3863911631_397993df41_o.png
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3477/3864695016_97be0827a1_o.png
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2603/3863922895_2dcb373aee_o.png
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2480/3863922731_1c37caea9c_o.png
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3056/3864705938_59af9d9c80_o.png

Me and my girlfriend shooting each other:) to test out the lens. Im keeping it

[WhyFi]

I shipped my 35L off to Factory Service last Friday. On Tuesday, I called and they said that it was not yet in their system... then I found a box inside my front door last night!

Canon confirmed and fixed the focusing error and got it back to me within a week, including transit, all for the low, low price of... free. I was expecting to get an email with a repair cost estimate, as the lens was 2-3 months out of warranty, but they evidently took pity on me and did the work on the house - you gotta love it when a company actually does the right thing!

[airfrogusmc]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_0283.jpg

[The Ghost of FM]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y118/airfrogusmc/IMG_0283.jpg
Nice! ;)

Cheers!