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DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 11:32
Besides the focal point, what are the difference between these? I have a chance to get the 28-70 for $850 and want to get some opinions before I do so.

Thanks!
Jon
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 11:42
Wait, are these both Canon? Or who? Canon doesn't currently make a 28-70, so I have to assume you're either talking used (condition?) or someone else's lens.
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 11:56
Correct, its a used 28-70 by Canon.

I only use Canon lenses. :)
jbradc
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 11:59
Read this review/comparison...
http://luminous-landscape.com/reviews/lenses/24-70-review.shtml
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 12:04
Thanks jbradc. I think I"ll hold out on the 24-70 now.
Mike Panic
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 12:56
buy one from dell now w/ the discounts mentioned in the marketplace!!! its CHEAP - i just did :D
ed2day
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 13:06
I've been looking at both lenses recently, hoping for a good price on a used (discontinued) 28-70. As usual, I'm frustrated by the prices people will pay for used camera gear. Personally, I don't see the sense in paying more for something used then you can purchase it for new. The 28-70 you can get a bit of a break since it has been superceded by the 24-70. $700-$800 is the going price on ebay. The 28-70 has a reputation at least equal to the newer 24-70, but those estra 4mm are pretty crucial to me on a 1.6x camera. A new 24-70 could have been had for $900 on Amazon a couple months ago (incl. rebates) and it will again if you're patient.
KevC
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 13:11
Also consider the Tamron 28-75mm Xr Di. Close to L quality, but nowhere near L price.
Mike Panic
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 13:44
Also consider the Tamron 28-75mm Xr Di. Close to L quality, but nowhere near L price.

sorry - i totally disagree w/ you

ive shot this lens and while it is 1/3 the price of the 24-70 it is NO WHERE near "close to L quality"

its loud, focus is slow and it is not as sharp
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:25
buy one from dell now w/ the discounts mentioned in the marketplace!!! its CHEAP - i just did :D

Send me the info honey!
Jon
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:27
This thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=61471)
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:27
Also consider the Tamron 28-75mm Xr Di. Close to L quality, but nowhere near L price.

If it ain't "L", it won't get used by this girl!

I have to disagree with you on this one. There is a reason these L lenses are so expensive. They are much sharper, quicker, and quieter than many others. I have shot with many lenses, and once you use L lenses, it's hard to use anything else.
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:30
This thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=61471)

THANKS

This is going to get dangerous......




on my pocketbook!
jbradc
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:30
If it ain't "L", it won't get used by this girl!

I have to disagree with you on this one. There is a reason these L lenses are so expensive. They are much sharper, quicker, and quieter than many others. I have shot with many lenses, and once you use L lenses, it's hard to use anything else.

You go Girl :cool:
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:40
I wasn't trying to be harsh on KevC. I have shot with many lenses and just know what the L lenses are capable of. I wish they had F1.4 L lenses that were 70-200 or 24-70 because I would be the first in line to buy one!

No hard feelings I hope.
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 14:53
THANKS

This is going to get dangerous......




on my pocketbook!


Does this coupon code still work? I can't seem to get it to work. ARGH
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 15:04
buy one from dell now w/ the discounts mentioned in the marketplace!!! its CHEAP - i just did :D

What was your final cost? I can't get the 15% to register off that coupon code for some reason.
pierrot
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 15:49
What was your final cost? I can't get the 15% to register off that coupon code for some reason.
Yes it works! I just gave it a try:
- looked for "10-22"
- was returned 3 times the EF 10-22mm in 3 different categories (home-office, small biz, large company)
- then choosed it as a home item
- checked out
- pasted the JL6MK$330H9ZT4 code

et voilą:

Unit price $799.00
Dell Home Customers Save 15% off Select Cameras -$119.85
Total $679.15
DieselGirl
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 15:51
Thanks Pierrot
who me?
10th of March 2005 (Thu), 17:06
If it ain't "L", it won't get used by this girl!

You go Girl :cool:

I second that.
Unfortunately I have been bitten by the 'L" bug too. Unfortunately, it makes things PAINFUL for the pocketbook and unfortunately, longer to save for. I sure hope Dell has these deals in about 9 months. A 24-70 will make a GREAT christmas present for me... :D