Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L USM II

[jwcdds]

Can you use this lens for portraits?

A little easier to do so when shooting on a crop body, but if you don't mind doing wide-angle environmental portraits (lots of background), then yes, you can.

[Harm]

Yeah, backgrounds are unavoidable with portraits....but that can also be a good thing. Just depends on how you want to convey your photo to others.

[Harm]

No Crop:
http://harm.smugmug.com/Transportation/LF/IMG2820/1019343028_gFXcn-XL.jpg

Cropped:
http://harm.smugmug.com/Transportation/LF/IMG2821/1019343060_ttGHP-XL.jpg

Same can be done regarding portraits. Just depends on how you would like to envisage something...

[timnosenzo]

another one from a recent wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/ChelseaJoeWeddingSaintClements/1054631964_ugewF-L.jpg (http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/11286285_bcbsA#1054631964_ugewF-A-LB)

[Tim Park]

thanks jdizzle!

[x_tan]

another one from a recent wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/ChelseaJoeWeddingSaintClements/1054631964_ugewF-L.jpg (http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/11286285_bcbsA#1054631964_ugewF-A-LB)

Class example of photography IS art bw!

[Harm]

http://harm.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Whiteface-NY/IMG3388-2/1046299350_erbJZ-L.jpg

[jdizzle]

another one from a recent wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/ChelseaJoeWeddingSaintClements/1054631964_ugewF-L.jpg (http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/11286285_bcbsA#1054631964_ugewF-A-LB)
Makes me feel like I want to get married again. :)

[jdizzle]

http://harm.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Whiteface-NY/IMG3388-2/1046299350_erbJZ-L.jpg
I know you posted it at RRTP but, I forgot to ask where this is? :)

[Harm]

Now, now, Julian - that would be telling!

[tiieff]

few shot test using 5D :
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/IMG_0147b.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/IMG_0143b.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/IMG_0144b.jpg

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Misc/20101021-IMG4345resized/1058448699_pAtRG-XL.jpg

[agphotography]

Thats a winner julian :)

[jwcdds]

Thanks Abram :D

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Misc/Lens/Canon-24L-II/20101021-IMG4364resized/1058532891_jyTcu-XL.jpg

[jdizzle]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Misc/20101021-IMG4345resized/1058448699_pAtRG-XL.jpg
I love a pic with good smiles. :)

[Palna]

[quote=timnosenzo;11132899]another one from a recent wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/ChelseaJoeWeddingSaintClements/1054631964_ugewF-L.jpg (http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/11286285_bcbsA#1054631964_ugewF-A-LB)

Really great work Tim: -) great homepage and blog you have too.

Which lenses do you bring at a wedding - like this you have taken?

Best regards

[jwcdds]

I love a pic with good smiles. :)

:D Thanks J.

[Harm]

Your kid loves to pose (and face plant) for your photos, Julian :D

[jwcdds]

:D Yeah, my son's a ham. And he really does enjoy face planting (not sure if that's a good thing). :lol: Good thing he's smart enough (so far) to know what he can and cannot face plant on.

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101022-IMG4388/1059522692_JRrJJ-XL.jpg

[mangrovedutch]

Okay, that's enough. I can't take it anymore!!!!! I've just bought this lens. I was hanging out for an IS, but it came along at a nice price, so I couldn't let it slip through my hands. Watch this space, I can't wait to put it through its paces. Curious to see if the IS is optically advanced on this version. No choice now, paid for it immediately, now I'm just waiting for the Postie to drop it off Wednesday or Thursday. I can't wait.

Regards, Dutch

[alpha_1976]

This came out not too long ago so waiting for mark III was not a good idea and frankly I can't find anything missing in this lens. This lens is just amazing. You'll love it.

[agphotography]

This came out not too long ago so waiting for mark III was not a good idea and frankly I can't find anything missing in this lens. This lens is just amazing. You'll love it.

Agreed, there's no way they would update this lens again so soon. It's their masterpiece right now with the SWC coating, first lens to have it in the Canon Lineup.

They have a bunch of other lenses to update before this one. Even if/when it does happen I somehow doubt IS will be an addition. It's just not worth it for wide angle. I still don't use IS lenses personally.

[Helena]

Yes, this lens is amazing. I have had a lot of good ones (135L etc.) but 24LII is the best of them. I really love my 35L, but I think that if 35II is as good as the new 24mm I'll have to upgrade.

[kylyo]

I found a good deal locally on this lens and went for it. Driving home I was so excited to take some pics with my first L lens and post them here. Maybe I was expecting to much but I wasn't blown away. Compared to my Sigma 30, it is hard to tell them apart all the time. I quickly set up a test to put them side by side. These are around 100% crops. The tops are @1.4 and the bottoms are @5.6. Live view focused on tripod.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1415/5107721651_029815f438_b.jpg

Maybe I have an incredible copy of the Sigma or a so-so copy of the 24 or both. I was just anticipating I would open up my files on the computer and have my jaw drop. I am tempted to just sell it, it is hard to justify the $1000+ difference. Though when it nails it it is impressive.

@2.0
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1375/5107721757_b64b09f873_b.jpg

And this is like a 125% crop. @2.2
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1411/5107742003_b1a8f12c4c_b.jpg

I think at 1.4 there is a little front focus and it is a little inconsistent. I am tempted to send it in but if it isn't a good copy (based on bear comparison) it seems like it might not help a ton.

I don't know. It's just the lens was so much and I was so excited about my first L. Maybe I just need to learn it and possibly send it in. What do you think?

[jdizzle]

^I haven't had a problem with my lens at all. There have been cases with focus issues but, mine works well right out of the box. This is shot with the 1Ds MK III.

Here's one of mine right after I got it. Shot at 1.4.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s7/v7/p697881593-5.jpg

Here's another one shot wide open. I think I focused on the G11.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s9/v14/p835707588-4.jpg

[alpha_1976]

Nice pics everyone.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1207/5110847916_820af37e81_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1364/5110830224_fb1ff9e482_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1312/5110814038_47fec46db4_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1377/5110203507_1e689ec814_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1428/5110795688_52737260e0_b.jpg

[jdizzle]

^Nice shots Madhu. Is the light yellow inside the church?

[alpha_1976]

Mine is fantastic everywhere. Try a bit of MA. Mine is this much sharp at f1.4

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4125/5009222461_f799dc974c_o.jpg

[alpha_1976]

^Nice shots Madhu. Is the light yellow inside the church?

Thanks. yes the light was yellow. I reduced the saturation a bit because it's a bit too much for me. Also, it looks like when you use tripod first time (well may be 2nd as I tested with quick shots 3-4 days ago at home) it's not easy particularly if people are moving nearby. I need to learn.

[jdizzle]

Thanks. yes the light was yellow. I reduced the saturation a bit because it's a bit too much for me. Also, it looks like when you use tripod first time (well may be 2nd as I tested with quick shots 3-4 days ago at home) it's not easy particularly if people are moving nearby. I need to learn.
I hear ya. :) Anyways, I like what you captured. Sometimes you take what you get. :)

[kylyo]

Mine is fantastic everywhere. Try a bit of MA. Mine is this much sharp at f1.4

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4125/5009222461_f799dc974c_o.jpg

Yeah I did. It is hard to tell when it is okay. What I do is set my camera on a tripod and aim at a perpendicular test chart around 4-5 feet. I live view focus and look on distance scale where it is at. Then I AF and adjust it until it hits the same mark from the live view focus.

I think I just have to get used to the ultra thin dof a bit. I never shot my Sigma @1.4. I guess I am more concerned right now with IQ between the two.

[babaraba]

:) :)

[jdizzle]

Yeah I did. It is hard to tell when it is okay. What I do is set my camera on a tripod and aim at a perpendicular test chart around 4-5 feet. I live view focus and look on distance scale where it is at. Then I AF and adjust it until it hits the same mark from the live view focus.

I think I just have to get used to the ultra thin dof a bit. I never shot my Sigma @1.4. I guess I am more concerned right now with IQ between the two.
Imho, I bet the 24 1.4 is much better in IQ over your Sigma. If you look at Julian's shots above, he does well with it. If you're having issues with focusing, then you should send it back and get another copy.

[alpha_1976]

Last two

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1375/5110890642_e1d9702652_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1118/5110278793_9c083fb171_b.jpg

[wimg]

http://www.lumifer.com/fs/dreamtrain01.jpg

Train of Dreams

Kind regards, Wim

[jdizzle]

http://www.lumifer.com/fs/dreamtrain01.jpg

Train of Dreams

Kind regards, Wim
How'd you manage to get everyone to sleep? :);)

[jwcdds]

Imho, I bet the 24 1.4 is much better in IQ over your Sigma. If you look at Julian's shots above, he does well with it. If you're having issues with focusing, then you should send it back and get another copy.

That's because I don't pixel-peep. :lol::lol::lol:

The 24Lii is super-retarded-sharp at f/1.4 w/ "good lighting" (which means if indoors, then get a flash). So the potential for sharpness is there. However, it will suffer the same fate as all other lenses if/when using indoor ambient/low-light. If one is going to shoot a ambient/low-ish light situation... then one needs to accept the compromises.

I can't comment on how it compares w/ the Siggy 30/1.4. I just know that the Siggy is highly regarded. That said, I got the 24 because I wanted wider (without having to buy FF body), so the 24mm won out by default as the Siggy can't even do 29mm. ;)

So it's up to you, kylyo, whether or not you feel the 24 is worth the price of admission for me. To me, there was absolutely no doubt about it. YMMV.

[kini mini]

Train of Dreams



Terrific shot!

I remember those Dutch intercity trains - I always used to fall asleep on them (hopefully not with my mouth open like the guy on the left) because the countryside is totally flat and not very interesting (sorry Wim!). Nice country though, I miss speculaas and verse patat.

[sebr]

Wim, that train shot is awesome!!

[Palna]

Wim, that train shot is awesome!!


Really Awesome

[wimg]

How'd you manage to get everyone to sleep? :);)
Who knows? :D And that at about 5:10 or so in the afternoon :D.

Actually, I could have taken an even less flattering photograph, 10 or so minutes later, but decided against it :D.
Terrific shot!

I remember those Dutch intercity trains - I always used to fall asleep on them (hopefully not with my mouth open like the guy on the left) because the countryside is totally flat and not very interesting (sorry Wim!). Nice country though, I miss speculaas and verse patat.
Thank you!

Actually, that was a Belgian intercity :D, on my way back from Brussels, where I was for a work appointment, to Maastricht, where I live.

I agree with you on the landscape. Fortunately I live in the most "mountainous" part of the Netherlands, in the South East. Of course, IMO, the most beautiful part of the NL :D.

Wim, that train shot is awesome!!
Thank you!

Really Awesome
Thanks!

Your comments are all much appreciated!

BTW, this was shot through a double glazed compartment window - the train was fully occupied, and I found myself standing near the doors. Quite amazing indeed, I was totally amazed myself by what I saw happening.

I did crop this image slightly, by about 4-5% to get rid of the window frame, upped contrast a bit to alleviate the contrast loss due to shooting through window panes, corrected exposure and curves so it was still possible to see something through the side windows, and upped saturation a bit in order to convey that feeling of warmth, cosiness and security, in order to try and bring across the emotions I felt at the time.

Anyway, glad you like it all!

Kind regards, Wim

[kylyo]

That's because I don't pixel-peep. :lol::lol::lol:

The 24Lii is super-retarded-sharp at f/1.4 w/ "good lighting" (which means if indoors, then get a flash). So the potential for sharpness is there. However, it will suffer the same fate as all other lenses if/when using indoor ambient/low-light. If one is going to shoot a ambient/low-ish light situation... then one needs to accept the compromises.

I can't comment on how it compares w/ the Siggy 30/1.4. I just know that the Siggy is highly regarded. That said, I got the 24 because I wanted wider (without having to buy FF body), so the 24mm won out by default as the Siggy can't even do 29mm. ;)

So it's up to you, kylyo, whether or not you feel the 24 is worth the price of admission for me. To me, there was absolutely no doubt about it. YMMV.

Yeah I hear you. The things I really like about it is that it is wider, the short MFD is AWESOME, and the feel of it is incredible. I did test it with my B800 (at 5.6) and it was stupid sharp. I'll have to try some at 1.4. I think you have a good point about the ambient light!

I'll be adding some more pics of my boy soon! I am starting to like this lens more and more.

[rcorreale]

Great shot and it made me laugh! Love the guy on the left about to fall out of his seat!!

[kylyo]

My little boy! Liking this lens more and more. This was wide open.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1207/5111154047_1b5591e688_b.jpg

[jwcdds]

^ cute.

[davo_robbo]

Few recents :) More up on the blog (http://www.davidrobertson.com.au/canberra-wedding-photographer/867)

this lens is crazy sharp and the colours are absolutely phenomenal!


http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1325/5109605065_a1497de53e_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/5109607063_5b9ca3001e_o.jpg

[wimg]

Great shot and it made me laugh! Love the guy on the left about to fall out of his seat!!
Thanks! :D

A few minutes later he was slumped down even more, but stayed in that position until the next train stop :D.

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

Nice pics everyone.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1207/5110847916_820af37e81_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1364/5110830224_fb1ff9e482_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1312/5110814038_47fec46db4_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1377/5110203507_1e689ec814_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1428/5110795688_52737260e0_b.jpg
Very nice, Madhu!

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

another one from a recent wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/ChelseaJoeWeddingSaintClements/1054631964_ugewF-L.jpg (http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/11286285_bcbsA#1054631964_ugewF-A-LB)
Tim, I really love this one. Perfect shot, perfectly processed.

The bride and groom must be EXTREMELY happy...

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101022-IMG4388/1059522692_JRrJJ-XL.jpg
Julian,

I really love how you have been keeping this up all the time. It is real fun to see the little man grow up and grow more and more from little baby to independent little boy.

Do keep it up, please!

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

^ cute.
+1

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

Few recents :) More up on the blog (http://www.davidrobertson.com.au/canberra-wedding-photographer/867)

this lens is crazy sharp and the colours are absolutely phenomenal!


http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1325/5109605065_a1497de53e_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/5109607063_5b9ca3001e_o.jpg
You seem to have had a lot fo fun here, with the 50L and TS-E 45 too, I noticed.

Great to shoot such a fun-loving couple too!

Kind regards, Wim

[alpha_1976]

Who knows? :D And that at about 5:10 or so in the afternoon :D.

Actually, I could have taken an even less flattering photograph, 10 or so minutes later, but decided against it :D.

Thank you!

Actually, that was a Belgian intercity :D, on my way back from Brussels, where I was for a work appointment, to Maastricht, where I live.

I agree with you on the landscape. Fortunately I live in the most "mountainous" part of the Netherlands, in the South East. Of course, IMO, the most beautiful part of the NL :D.


Thank you!


Thanks!

Your comments are all much appreciated!

BTW, this was shot through a double glazed compartment window - the train was fully occupied, and I found myself standing near the doors. Quite amazing indeed, I was totally amazed myself by what I saw happening.

I did crop this image slightly, by about 4-5% to get rid of the window frame, upped contrast a bit to alleviate the contrast loss due to shooting through window panes, corrected exposure and curves so it was still possible to see something through the side windows, and upped saturation a bit in order to convey that feeling of warmth, cosiness and security, in order to try and bring across the emotions I felt at the time.

Anyway, glad you like it all!

Kind regards, Wim

Very nice pic Wim!

We got a ticket once when we decided to visit Maastricht (I was in Juelich, Germany for an experiment). In the city center, there was a lonely parking slot of course nobody had taken and there was no "no parking" sign that we could see. So, we parked there and of course received the ticket later at home. Town is really beautiful and we really enjoyed and we had lot of fun. Food was really nice and walking in the town was fantastic.

the train was fully occupied, and I found myself standing near the doors.

This is the reason you were able to take that picture, right? otherwise you'd be sleeping as well :)

[alpha_1976]

My little boy! Liking this lens more and more. This was wide open.



see you are already liking it!

Very nice pics Davo (David)!

[jwcdds]

Julian,

I really love how you have been keeping this up all the time. It is real fun to see the little man grow up and grow more and more from little baby to independent little boy.

Do keep it up, please!

Kind regards, Wim

Thanks Wim. :D

I'm having a lot of fun capturing my lil boy's development. Some pictures from yesterday's trip to the local pumpkin patch were posted here (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showpost.php?p=11153754&postcount=9712).

Those were taken with the 17-55, hence do not belong in this archive.

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101024-IMG4698/1062048223_Cx6D7-L.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101024-IMG4699/1062071749_abADe-L.jpg

[alpha_1976]

^^Nice Julian. Pumpkin series is very nice too.

Some from yesterday

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1415/5112467661_3a3d86fc81_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4103/5112788790_10bfbfd23d_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1119/5112776916_29f3472c29_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1046/5112169665_9d08fc13d2_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1222/5112150785_39e279a4fb_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/5112143177_24b62101d5_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1384/5112121957_507f503462_b.jpg

[timnosenzo]

Class example of photography IS art bw!

Makes me feel like I want to get married again. :)


Really great work Tim: -) great homepage and blog you have too.

Which lenses do you bring at a wedding - like this you have taken?

Best regards

Tim, I really love this one. Perfect shot, perfectly processed.

The bride and groom must be EXTREMELY happy...

Kind regards, Wim

Many, many thanks guys! I really appreciate it!

[Harm]

excellent photos of late, people :)

[agphotography]

Woah boy Madhu that first shot really hit me. Very nice capture!

[medianedustaja]

Espoo, Finland (next to Nokia's HQ)

[jwcdds]

^^Nice Julian. Pumpkin series is very nice too.

Thanks Madhu! :)

[ChrisMc73]

I've rented the 35L and 85L this past summer. Just placed my loaner order with CPS on the this 24L and 50L and 135L to see what I think...judging from the photos here the 24L might just be a next order.

[alpha_1976]

Woah boy Madhu that first shot really hit me. Very nice capture!

Thanks Abram. I waited about half an hour but there was always someone up there. Also my 2nd time with tripod! I am getting more comfortable.

[Harm]

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3498/1063446739_bfJ5t-L.jpg

[jdizzle]

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3498/1063446739_bfJ5t-L.jpg
Now, I'm hungry. :)

[FuturamaJSP]

I found a good deal locally on this lens and went for it. Driving home I was so excited to take some pics with my first L lens and post them here. Maybe I was expecting to much but I wasn't blown away. Compared to my Sigma 30, it is hard to tell them apart all the time. I quickly set up a test to put them side by side. These are around 100% crops. The tops are @1.4 and the bottoms are @5.6. Live view focused on tripod.

I don't know. It's just the lens was so much and I was so excited about my first L. Maybe I just need to learn it and possibly send it in. What do you think?

I think you answered your own question here.
Besides those shots were taking indoor in poor lighting. If you are into shooting outdoor I believe the 24L II is much better than the Sigma with less CA, better handling flare, weather sealing, better colors etc. There is so much more to a lens than just sharpness .

[FuturamaJSP]

Caught my cat doing something silly just a little while ago. I love this lens. Couldn't have captured these as well with any other lens, certainly not a situation for flash.

All @ f/1.4, iso800.

http://www.pbase.com/jwcdds/image/110880186.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/jwcdds/image/110880188.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/jwcdds/image/110880189.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/jwcdds/image/110880191.jpg

aww they are too adorable :D
The last one is quite interesting. It shows the large "aperture" of the kitty's eyes :D

[tiieff]

shots of my family :
http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Untitled-2.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Danelle1.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/IMG_9745.jpg

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101026-IMG4776/1065681464_gBAsT-XL.jpg

[boris65]

my son
on 1.4
http://album.foto.ru:8080/photos/or/150107/1431368.jpg

[Palna]

I love the colors of this lens.. It´s also really magic at night

http://www.palnaphotos.com/PalnaPhotos/Test_files/DT3F3906_1.jpg

http://www.palnaphotos.com/PalnaPhotos/Test_files/DT3F3928_1.jpg


http://www.palnaphotos.com/PalnaPhotos/Test_files/DT3F3933_1.jpg

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101027-IMG4791/1067031452_J5FjH-L.jpg

[Palna]

halloween:-) natual light

'http://www.palnaphotos.com/PalnaPhotos/Brn_files/DT3F3975_1.jpg

[Harm]

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3569/1063454236_yqkjo-L.jpg

[jwcdds]

^ I like. :)

[Harm]

Thanks, Julian

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101028-IMG4823/1068280897_Nt4TA-XL.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101028-IMG4844/1068280962_WndZx-XL.jpg

[JonK]

http://jonkensy.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/Jon_Kensy_Photo_101029_IMG_6800-Edit.jpg

http://jonkensy.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/Jon_Kensy_Photo_101029_IMG_6807-Edit.jpg

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101029-IMG4922/1069402815_2Dwfc-XL.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101029-IMG4894/1069395660_YK7Lv-XL.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101029-IMG4896/1069395760_yRfZs-L.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101029-IMG4905/1069395924_2M6uf-XL.jpg

[alpha_1976]

Nice pics Julian

Jon - the guy on the left looks like a guy I know. Nice pics BTW. I saw them when you posted them on wrong thread :wink

Palna- Nice! This lens is just incredible!

Harm - I like it.

Well some religious overdose from me

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/5130033806_33e3e27912_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1178/5129423071_98f768fd49_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4037/5129405335_bf5d15f348_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/5129399285_a2e1e2cae0_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4065/5129992232_f25f14bb42_b.jpg

[alpha_1976]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1133/5129986346_fe8d21a106_b.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1111/5130446270_28814c8b3d_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4055/5129968854_44ea710b35_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4084/5129344845_7e34677834_b.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/5129938360_3ff912d2be_b.jpg

[jwcdds]

Nice Madhu. That is a magnificent building.

[treblekicker]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4106/5106347680_1c3e6785ff_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5106347680/)
IMG_2962 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5106347680/) by trebbble (http://www.flickr.com/people/trebbble/), on Flickr

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4154/5086914121_1ace27cf4a_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5086914121/)
IMG_2933 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5086914121/) by trebbble (http://www.flickr.com/people/trebbble/), on Flickr

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5082554727_c0eeb3a3c3_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5082554727/)
IMG_2926 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/trebbble/5082554727/) by trebbble (http://www.flickr.com/people/trebbble/), on Flickr

[jdizzle]

^Nice work on this page everyone!

[jdizzle]

The "Sphere Room" at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s8/v11/p430071028-5.jpg

[jwcdds]

"Do people still read books?"
http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101031-IMG4942/1072358160_JoNYG-L.jpg

"When I discovered gravity."
http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101031-IMG4965/1072359330_jGJry-L.jpg

"Some classical."
http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101031-IMG4967/1072360112_nyjCS-XL.jpg

"And a lil rock-n-roll."
http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101031-IMG4973/1072362906_SEwVH-XL.jpg

[Harm]

^ face plant again!! Poor kid ;)

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3611/1072892181_bbcgk-L.jpg

[jwcdds]

^ face plant again!! Poor kid ;)

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3611/1072892181_bbcgk-L.jpg

Nice photo!

Surprisingly enough... he didn't really "flop" on this face. He kind of did a sideways roll and kept on truckin'. Fearless child.

[jdizzle]

Nice photo!

Surprisingly enough... he didn't really "flop" on this face. He kind of did a sideways roll and kept on truckin'. Fearless child.
The ground is made of rubber. He knows he won't get hurt! ;)

[jdizzle]

^ face plant again!! Poor kid ;)

http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3611/1072892181_bbcgk-L.jpg
Now this is pretty! Local park?

[Harm]

yup, 20 seconds walk from the office, nice to go at lunchtime...

[jacobsen1]

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8155.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8167.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8183.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8294.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8329.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8347.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8354.jpg

http://benjacobsenphoto.com/blog/wp-content/gallery/nyc-photo-walk/canon-eos-5dimg_8366.jpg

[jdizzle]

When did you go to NYC? :)

[boris65]

Dead Sea
http://album.foto.ru:8080/photos/or/150107/1441234.jpg

[timnosenzo]

....



Ben, did you get a new lens... or post in the wrong thread? ;)

Great shots either way!

[jdizzle]

Shooting through glass at the Museum of Natural History NYC.

Shot at f/5 and ISO 400.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s8/v11/p323905682-5.jpg

[alpha_1976]

^^^Nice -how did you avoid reflection?

[jdizzle]

^^^Nice -how did you avoid reflection?
Thanks Madhu. Place the lens on the glass and cup your hand around it. :)

[jdizzle]

Here's another one. I shot this at f/2.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s8/v11/p677122239-5.jpg

[alpha_1976]

aah..that simple...cool.

[jdizzle]

Here's another one shot at 2.8.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s9/v14/p100158212-5.jpg

[jacobsen1]

When did you go to NYC? :)

friday for the photoexpopluswhatever. :)

Ben, did you get a new lens... or post in the wrong thread? ;)

Great shots either way!

this IS the 24L II thread right? ;)

yeah, I had to double check too! I had a 24L on my 7D when I got it. It didn't AF quick. I wasn't sure if it was that specific lens or the 24L in general, but I found a good deal on a 24II and sold my 24L for a quick profit sweetening the deal... So I'm happy now, but I'd prefer the original if I could have one that AFed this fast, but yeah the II version IS very nice. :)

[jdizzle]

friday for the photoexpopluswhatever. :)




I was in NJ visiting family and went to NYC to do other things. I totally forgot about the Expo!

[jdizzle]

Shooting through glass @ f/2.8.
http://DLImaging.zenfolio.com/img/s10/v16/p350104285-5.jpg

[Misiek]

jdizzle: how do you do this TS effect?

ben: love your photos on the last page! Still a Nikon fan? :P

[jdizzle]

jdizzle: how do you do this TS effect?


Those are actual miniature displays at the museum I visited.:) The light conditions was pretty bad and shooting with a narrow DOF made it look this way. :)

[Misiek]

Silly me ;) Thought that maybe youre messing with some ts effects ;)

[alpha_1976]

J.D.

All are fantastic. As noted above DOF adding to the beauty.

Nice work, Ben.

[toshiro7]

Canon 5D2 + 24L II @ f2.8 1/6 handheld and a foggy sunrise:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4103/5106492189_9d224e5a3a_z.jpg

[alpha_1976]

^^^nice!

[jdizzle]

J.D.

All are fantastic. As noted above DOF adding to the beauty.


Thank you Madhu. :)

[Harm]

Optical Illusions...

A Pint?
http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3636/1070740671_JSJAU-L.jpg




Not really :( - Although free beer, can't complain about that!
http://harm.smugmug.com/City-Life/Boston/IMG3639/1070744095_EgkBR-L.jpg

[alpha_1976]

^^^Nice work!

[jdizzle]

^I'm so in the mood for a Sam Adams.

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101102-IMG5021/1075636452_N6xjC-L.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/The-Furballs/20101102-IMG5023/1075636883_YAbR9-L.jpg

[tiieff]

arts from galleries in bali :

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Arts002.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Arts003.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Arts004.jpg

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/tiffanysungkono/Arts001.jpg

[MigsVuitton]

A few from an engagement session:

http://www.mikee.nu/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/1.jpg

http://www.mikee.nu/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/2.jpg

http://www.mikee.nu/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/p1.jpg

[toshiro7]

another one:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/5145410448_fd1dfcb8d0_b.jpg

[helloagain36]

A few from an engagement session:



These are awesome man, love the flare in the 2nd. The ones in the 35L thread are great too. Looks like a fun session.

[alpha_1976]

nice tii (#2 and #3 are very nice).., migs (#2 is fantastic) and toshiro!

[jdizzle]

^Nice shots guys!

[jwcdds]

another one:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/5145410448_fd1dfcb8d0_b.jpg

Oh wow.

Wow, wow, wow. Looks like a beautiful place to live. Where is this? I can only assume from your screenname possibly somewhere in Japan? (But we all know assumptions aren't good to make. :lol:)

[agphotography]

another one:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/5145410448_fd1dfcb8d0_b.jpg

Nice!!! I love this one!

[Harm]

Deliciously good, Toshiro!

[Harm]

http://www.mikee.nu/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/2.jpg


Very, very impressive!

Naturally not as good:
http://harm.smugmug.com/Transportation/LF/IMG2806/1016638325_6REVJ-L.jpg

[agphotography]

I actually still like that shot. You could have some fun with processing and make it look like a still frame from a movie :)

[MigsVuitton]

Very, very impressive!

Naturally not as good:
http://harm.smugmug.com/Transportation/LF/IMG2806/1016638325_6REVJ-L.jpg

Looks just as good to me!

[timnosenzo]

A few from an engagement session:


Nice!

[timnosenzo]

One from last weekend's wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/LexieJasonWeddingWaterviewMonr/1078043019_WfhXx-L.jpg

[kevinstinks]

Just a couple quick shots of my newest toy! Going to the range tomorrow afternoon.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y133/enjoikevin/SF2.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y133/enjoikevin/SF1.jpg

[jdizzle]

One from last weekend's wedding

http://www.timnosenzophoto.com/Portfolio/CT-Wedding-Photographer/LexieJasonWeddingWaterviewMonr/1078043019_WfhXx-L.jpg
Nice work Tim. I'm getting out of the wedding business this year. It really isn't for me anymore. Too much work imho. I'm going back to being an enthusiast that sells prints. I'm doing well in that area. :)

[agnesleung]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4079/4741604488_3cbd4c2e18_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4096/4740968547_9ae6beb013_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4095/4740968715_ffb08438dc_o.jpg


Above images shot with a crop (400D).

I love this lens!

[jwcdds]

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101104-IMG5034/1078227026_QZHed-L.jpg

http://julianchen.smugmug.com/Family/Alexander/20101104-IMG5054/1078227421_Ut9o8-XL.jpg

[jdizzle]

^Nice shots Julian. Looks like he's crying in the first one.

[JonK]

Julian I hope this doesn't come off rash, but I get updates to the thread so often that are pictures of your son over and over. I understand you are proud of your son for sure, but this is a thread demonstrating the abilities of the lens and I just feel the bump with these pictures is a little off-topic of what the thread is about. Not trying to be mean, but if you could post other examples perhaps outside of the house or of your son that'd be awesome!

[jwcdds]

Fair enough. You're likely echoing the sentiments of the silent majority on the matter. I'll stop posting photos of my son or any other objects that are taken indoors in this thread.

[jdizzle]

Fair enough. You're likely echoing the sentiments of the silent majority on the matter. I'll stop posting photos of my son or any other objects that are taken indoors in this thread.
Why would you do that? :confused: The 24 L is a great lens and posting pics of your son isn't hurting anybody. :)

[jwcdds]

Why would you do that? :confused: The 24 L is a great lens and posting pics of your son isn't hurting anybody. :)

Well, it may not hurt anyone but my posting seems to have rubbed the wrong way with someone. My intent isn't to ruin other people's enjoyment of any part of POTN. So if my photo(s) have become a nuisance, then I'll just pack it up online. :)

[jdizzle]

Well, it may not hurt anyone but my posting seems to have rubbed the wrong way with someone. My intent isn't to ruin other people's enjoyment of any part of POTN. So if my photo(s) have become a nuisance, then I'll just pack it up online. :)
Well, you certainly not ruining anything here. I demand you not pack it up! :) This is a forum for photography and sharing photos. You better keep posting or else! :)

[jwcdds]

:lol: Guess in that case, I'll keep a running tally on the votes as they come in. It currently stands @ 1 v 1 (yay vs. nay). I'll adjust my posting habits accordingly. ;)

[BeritOlam]

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y133/enjoikevin/SF2.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y133/enjoikevin/SF1.jpg

A gorgeous shot....only to be outdone by an even more glorious 45mm. Ed Brown makes some SWEET handguns!!! :) :)

[wimg]

Fair enough. You're likely echoing the sentiments of the silent majority on the matter. I'll stop posting photos of my son or any other objects that are taken indoors in this thread.
Julian, please don't stop. Not only is it fun to watch, but it certainly demonstrates the possibilities of the 24L II amply - WA, fast, good bokeh, no flash needed indoors, etc.

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

Julian I hope this doesn't come off rash, but I get updates to the thread so often that are pictures of your son over and over. I understand you are proud of your son for sure, but this is a thread demonstrating the abilities of the lens and I just feel the bump with these pictures is a little off-topic of what the thread is about. Not trying to be mean, but if you could post other examples perhaps outside of the house or of your son that'd be awesome!
Since when are you the person to determine what someone can and can't post?

I'm sorry, but that is the job of the moderators. If you don't like what you see, just unsubscribe.

Julian's pictures do show the possibilities of this lens amply, both inside and outside the house. Other than that, there are plenty of other people's photographs here too.

Kind regards, Wim

[wimg]

:lol: Guess in that case, I'll keep a running tally on the votes as they come in. It currently stands @ 1 v 1 (yay vs. nay). I'll adjust my posting habits accordingly. ;)
Please do continue as you were....

Nobody but the moderators can tell you what to post or not. And your pictures amply demonstrate the possibilities of this lens. I am always looking forward to your latest pics, so keep on posting!

Kind regards, Wim

[rpolitsr]

Please do continue as you were....

Nobody but the moderators can tell you what to post or not....

Thay is right.

If somebody thinks something is wrong in the thread, use the report ( http://photography-on-the.net/forum/images/buttons/report.gif ) button and the moderators will decide

[zincozinco]

Julian I hope this doesn't come off rash, but I get updates to the thread so often that are pictures of your son over and over. I understand you are proud of your son for sure, but this is a thread demonstrating the abilities of the lens and I just feel the bump with these pictures is a little off-topic of what the thread is about. Not trying to be mean, but if you could post other examples perhaps outside of the house or of your son that'd be awesome!

:shock:

[alpha_1976]

:lol: Guess in that case, I'll keep a running tally on the votes as they come in. It currently stands @ 1 v 1 (yay vs. nay). I'll adjust my posting habits accordingly. ;)

Do post :)