Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM - Page 2

nitsch · 22nd of February 2006 (Wed)

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Originally Posted by RichardtheSane

Hiya
THanks

He's actually a Lurcher, but is about the size & shape os an IG

In honesty, I could have got these shots with the 50mm had I moved a bit closer, so if you can't afford the 85 then a 50 will do just fine

The 85 is definitly a nicer lens to work with though!

Here is one showing the DOF, and sharpness where needed, on the 85mm

(Also loving the canine theme!)

That is a really beautiful dog Richard. Great shots too! I don't really need this lens for the sort of shooting I tend to do but everytime I see shots from it I want it anyway!

RichardtheSane · 22nd of February 2006 (Wed)

Quote:

Originally Posted by nitsch

That is a really beautiful dog Richard. Great shots too! I don't really need this lens for the sort of shooting I tend to do but everytime I see shots from it I want it anyway!

Thanks Nick

I think Tippy is one of the most photographed dogs in existance!
I couldn't really justify buying the 85 as I had the 50mm 1.8 Mk1 and that was working just a treat. Then I had one of 'those' moments and bought it anyway. Now I use it, a lot! In fact I'm about to sell the 50.

goatee · 9th of March 2006 (Thu)

This was one of the first shots I took with my 85mm f/1.8

Am also posting an unprocessed 100% crop for the benefits of this thread http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...d.php?t=141406

taramcg · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

WOW! Jaw dropping WOW to all of these beautiful photos. I am a dog lover too so I am especially taken by the dog photos.

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Then I had one of 'those' moments and bought it anyway. Now I use it, a lot!

I'm having one of those moments now. Should I go for it? I have the 50mm 1.8 but the focus doesn't always go where I want it to go. My usual subjects are my small kids and a dog (boder collie) all of whom move quickly. Would the 85mm be better?

RichardtheSane · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

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Originally Posted by taramcg

WOW! Jaw dropping WOW to all of these beautiful photos. I am a dog lover too so I am especially taken by the dog photos.

I'm having one of those moments now. Should I go for it? I have the 50mm 1.8 but the focus doesn't always go where I want it to go. My usual subjects are my small kids and a dog (boder collie) all of whom move quickly. Would the 85mm be better?

Do it, the lens has great USM focusing so will be able to keep up with the quickest

A couple of canine action shots from the 85...

It is also popular with the indoor sport shooters...

taramcg · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

You don't have to twist my arm too hard. LOL I just did it! Woo hoo!!! Your dog photos are beautiful. I love the way the border collie is keeping a watchful eye on the smaller dog as if to say "Don't even THINK about stealing my ball". I couldn't dream of getting a shot like that from the 50mm 1.8. Do you mind sharing your settings? Thanks!

Tara

RichardtheSane · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

There was definitly some ball stealing going on that day!

I don't mind sharing settings at all.
Top image 1/640th Second @ F4 ISO 400.
Bottom Image 1/1000 Second @ F4 ISO 400

Congratulation on your purchase - you'll love it! I recommend picking up the hood too.

SYS · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

I just placed an order for 85 f/1.8 yesterday. I will be using it mostly for my kids' indoor school performances, recitals, and other low light indoor situations where flash is typically not allowed. For these situations I've been using my 24-70 and 70-200 f/2.8, but I'm hoping to get better results with the 85. I thought about going for 135, but in comparison 85 is such a bargain...

Anyone used the 85 mostly for indoor low light situations? How is it's performance? (just want some confirmation that I did the right thing.

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blacksmurf · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

I ordered the 85 f1.8 on March, 2: it was "available on 2006/03/06", then it became "available on 2006/03/13", now it is "available on 2006/03/16".
Try to wonder what happens to my stomach when I see your 85 f1.8 pictures!!!

SilentBob · 15th of March 2006 (Wed)

Here are a few photos put together that are all taken with this wonderful lense. There is a combination of indoor lowlight as well as outdoors.

Regards,

glowie · 5th of April 2006 (Wed)

Just got mine today and this is my first post..woot! I've been converted to a prime groupie. To make things worse, I work 2 blocks away from B&H!!!! the main reason why I have no intention of looking for work somewhere else in the city!

and yeah..BTW..I love this lens!

goatee · 5th of April 2006 (Wed)

You have a great model there. She seems a little rigid in her posing, and her skin has peeled off her right hand

Lighting looks really good - only issue is the shadow from her haircut on her forehead.

The 85mm f/1.8 really rocks doesn't it! I'm thinking of ditching my zoom altogether - getting a 50 and a wideangle to go with my 85.

InfamousDX · 5th of April 2006 (Wed)

It's decided... the 85 1.8 will absolutely be the next lens I'm getting. In comparison to all the other ones I want, it's a steal!

SYS · 5th of April 2006 (Wed)

I got mine about a week ago. IQ wise, it's as good as my 24-70L and 70-200L, and so I'm absolutely thrilled to get this lens at only one-third or one-fourth of the cost of L lenses.

bigman606 · 11th of April 2006 (Tue)

One of my first with the 85mm. You won't regret this lens.

15th of March 2006 (Wed)	#21
taramcg Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 322 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 You don't have to twist my arm too hard. LOL I just did it! Woo hoo!!! Your dog photos are beautiful. I love the way the border collie is keeping a watchful eye on the smaller dog as if to say "Don't even THINK about stealing my ball". I couldn't dream of getting a shot like that from the 50mm 1.8. Do you mind sharing your settings? Thanks! Tara

15th of March 2006 (Wed)	#22
RichardtheSane Goldmember Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Nottingham UK Posts: 3,011	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 There was definitly some ball stealing going on that day! I don't mind sharing settings at all. Top image 1/640th Second @ F4 ISO 400. Bottom Image 1/1000 Second @ F4 ISO 400 Congratulation on your purchase - you'll love it! I recommend picking up the hood too. __________________ If in doubt, I shut up... Gear: 40D, 12-24mm AT-X Pro, 17-85mm, Sigma 150mm Macro Sigma 100-300 F4, 550EX, other stuff that probably helps me on my way.

15th of March 2006 (Wed)	#23
SYS Cream of the Crop Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Gilligan's Island Posts: 7,356 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 I just placed an order for 85 f/1.8 yesterday. I will be using it mostly for my kids' indoor school performances, recitals, and other low light indoor situations where flash is typically not allowed. For these situations I've been using my 24-70 and 70-200 f/2.8, but I'm hoping to get better results with the 85. I thought about going for 135, but in comparison 85 is such a bargain... Anyone used the 85 mostly for indoor low light situations? How is it's performance? (just want some confirmation that I did the right thing. ) __________________ "Life is short, art is long..." -Goethe My Gear & DIYs *6,560 Flash Pops Later...*

15th of March 2006 (Wed)	#24
blacksmurf Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Italy Posts: 229 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 I ordered the 85 f1.8 on March, 2: it was "available on 2006/03/06", then it became "available on 2006/03/13", now it is "available on 2006/03/16". Try to wonder what happens to my stomach when I see your 85 f1.8 pictures!!! __________________ G6; 30D, 40D, 28F1.8, 50F1.4, 60F2.8M, 85F1.8, 10-22, 17-85IS, 70-300IS http://www.flickr.com/photos/ilcantiere/

15th of March 2006 (Wed)	#25
SilentBob Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 103	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 Here are a few photos put together that are all taken with this wonderful lense. There is a combination of indoor lowlight as well as outdoors. Regards, __________________ Canon 30D Sigma 30mm f/1.4 Canon 85mm f/1.8 My Gallery

5th of April 2006 (Wed)	#26
glowie Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: NYC Posts: 888	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 Just got mine today and this is my first post..woot! I've been converted to a prime groupie. To make things worse, I work 2 blocks away from B&H!!!! the main reason why I have no intention of looking for work somewhere else in the city! and yeah..BTW..I love this lens! __________________ .....::....:..:..:::.::....:::..::....:.:.:::.... >glowie loves you >my Flickr •The Anti-HDR Movement•

5th of April 2006 (Wed)	#27
goatee "nice but dim" Join Date: May 2005 Location: North of London, UK Posts: 5,238 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 You have a great model there. She seems a little rigid in her posing, and her skin has peeled off her right hand Lighting looks really good - only issue is the shadow from her haircut on her forehead. The 85mm f/1.8 really rocks doesn't it! I'm thinking of ditching my zoom altogether - getting a 50 and a wideangle to go with my 85. __________________ D300, 50mm f/1.8, 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5, 70-300mm f/3.5-5.6 VR, SB800 flickr

5th of April 2006 (Wed)	#28
InfamousDX Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bergen, NJ Posts: 310	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 It's decided... the 85 1.8 will absolutely be the next lens I'm getting. In comparison to all the other ones I want, it's a steal! __________________ Canon 40D \| Tamron 28-75 F/2.8 \| Canon 70-200 F/4L \| Sigma 10-20 F/4-5.6 \| Canon 50 F/1.8 \| Canon 430EX \| Epson P-3000 Wish List: Canon 17-55 2.8 IS

5th of April 2006 (Wed)	#29
SYS Cream of the Crop Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Gilligan's Island Posts: 7,356 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 I got mine about a week ago. IQ wise, it's as good as my 24-70L and 70-200L, and so I'm absolutely thrilled to get this lens at only one-third or one-fourth of the cost of L lenses. __________________ "Life is short, art is long..." -Goethe My Gear & DIYs *6,560 Flash Pops Later...*

11th of April 2006 (Tue)	#30
bigman606 Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: USA Posts: 230 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: First Pics 85mm 1.8 One of my first with the 85mm. You won't regret this lens. __________________ Gear List

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