Got to have it

[forrest64]

A couple of years back I decided to jump into the digital world. I did the research and settled on the G2. All was wonderful with the world. Then....

I already had a set of USM lenses for my Elan so I decided to get a digital SLR. The 10D was my choice and all was right with the world again. Then...

I 'realized' my TTL flash really wasn't good enough since the 10D allowed for E-TTL type flashes so I got a 550EX and all was right again. Then...

Mounting the 550 on the camera limited my flash angles so I decided I really needed a ST-E2 transmitter. Now I truly had everything I needed. Then...

With all the talk about L series lenses I decided I must have at least one of those so I bought a 17-40 F4 L. Now I was content. Then....

I really needed to take still lifes without any camera shake so I just had to have the RS-80N3 remote switch. Now I could rest. Then....

Noticing the camera was heavier due to the addition of the big L lens I had to have the BG-ED3 grip because you sure don't want to drop such an expensive toy. Of course I had to get the extra battery since there was an empty slot for it. Of course I also had to get the E1 strap that went with the Big Ed and since I'm going to be walking around with my camera I needed the HoodMan LCD protector. Now I have everything.

Anyone have some thoughts on the 70-200 F4 L?

Mark

[defordphoto]

Get the faster f/2.8.

After you get on the list for a 1D Mark II. ;)

[Belmondo]

Now I have everything.


Mark

HA! Your pain is just beginning.

You sound like a perfect candidate for the L-caholics 12-step program currently being developed. :lol:

[defordphoto]

Now I have everything.


Mark

HA! Your pain is just beginning.

You sound like a perfect candidate for the L-caholics 12-step program currently being developed. :lol:

Heheh...if he only knew....;)

[CyberDyneSystems]

Get the faster f/2.8.

After you get on the list for a 1D Mark II. ;)

lol,..

Actually,. You SHOULD get the 70-200mm f/4 and all will be good in the world. Then.....

.... get the f/2.8 IS version. You will be content. Then....

You will desire longer focal lengths.. you'll take the easy way and get the 1.4X and 2X t-cons (see,. I skipped a "Then" here by offereing both T-cons with one "Then" )

These will work with your 70-200mm to add lots of telephoto goodness.
You will be very happy. Then....

..you will be looking at the big primes.. :roll: :wink: 8) :mrgreen:

Have faith.. soon

ALL YOUR INCOME ARE BELONG TO CANON!

The 70-200mm f/4 is a grand bargain and the perfect companion for your 17-40mm :)

[JZaun]

Your'e nota gonna be happy until you get the 100-400 IS (L) :D

JZ

[forrest64]

Can it be stopped?

[paul162brown]

A couple of years back I decided to jump into the digital world. I did the research and settled on the G2. All was wonderful with the world. Then....

I already had a set of USM lenses for my Elan so I decided to get a digital SLR. The 10D was my choice and all was right with the world again. Then...

I 'realized' my TTL flash really wasn't good enough since the 10D allowed for E-TTL type flashes so I got a 550EX and all was right again. Then...

Mounting the 550 on the camera limited my flash angles so I decided I really needed a ST-E2 transmitter. Now I truly had everything I needed. Then...

With all the talk about L series lenses I decided I must have at least one of those so I bought a 17-40 F4 L. Now I was content. Then....

I really needed to take still lifes without any camera shake so I just had to have the RS-80N3 remote switch. Now I could rest. Then....

Noticing the camera was heavier due to the addition of the big L lens I had to have the BG-ED3 grip because you sure don't want to drop such an expensive toy. Of course I had to get the extra battery since there was an empty slot for it. Of course I also had to get the E1 strap that went with the Big Ed and since I'm going to be walking around with my camera I needed the HoodMan LCD protector. Now I have everything.

Anyone have some thoughts on the 70-200 F4 L?

Mark

LOL!!!! :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

I feel very similar and have only half the stuff you have!! I am also really trying to get away from being obsessed with upgrades and new gear etc and am trying to limit myself to just taking the best photos I can with the gear that I have and the restrictions that this places on me, although it is hard. What helps with this is....................that I also have a wife who recently worked out how much I have been spending on all the little extras such a cards and batteries etc and is now keeping a close eye on the credit card statements. Must remember to get a new wife.. sorry I mean credit card.

[CoolToolGuy]

Can it be stopped?

It's tough, because it always seems like the best shot of your life is hiding in the next lens on your wish list. :roll: :) :D :lol:

[scottbergerphoto]

Get the faster f/2.8.

After you get on the list for a 1D Mark II. ;)
Ditto. Get the 2.8 non-IS and put the money you save on the IS towards the 100-400IS L.

Scott

[Tom W]

Now I have everything.


Mark

HA! Your pain is just beginning.

You sound like a perfect candidate for the L-caholics 12-step program currently being developed. :lol:

Does that mean one needs 12 "L" lenses to be satisfied? I think I could get by with 4 or 5. :)

[theflyingkiwi]

a t-shirt that says the following

-on the front
everything was alright in the world, untill

-on the back
I brought a camera, then my wife left me, the kids left me, I have no money and all I take photos off are Ducks and Flowers

so somebody shot me now!

:lol: :lol:

mark

[Tom W]

a t-shirt that says the following

-on the front
everything was alright in the world, untill

-on the back
I brought a camera, then my wife left me, the kids left me, I have no money and all I take photos off are Ducks and Flowers

so somebody shot me now!

:lol: :lol:

mark

If one were to wear that around here, they might get shot! :D