RHardman Goldmember  1,514 posts Likes: 2 Joined Aug 2005 Location: 29 Palms, Ca. More info | Dec 24, 2005 19:30 | #1 Within the next few weeks I plan on spending some cash on some lenses. I've read the threads and thinking of these two. What are some thoughts, or, better for less lenses. Advice is what I'm seeking. I currently own the 350D. I mostly do nature, astro with a little portrait. "Whatever you can do to avoid Photoshop is worth it"
LOG IN TO REPLY |
CyberDyneSystems Admin (type T-2000)  More info | Dec 24, 2005 23:52 | #2 Both awesoem lenses,. superb image quality. You'll love them both. I would not say it's possible to offer a better deal than these. GEAR LIST
LOG IN TO REPLY |
m3incorp Senior Member  989 posts Joined Jul 2005 Location: Colorado, USA More info | Dec 25, 2005 03:11 | #3 Those two lenses are very good choices. 7D, 10D, Canon EFS 18-55mm modded
LOG IN TO REPLY |
grego Cream of the Crop  8,819 posts Likes: 2 Joined May 2005 Location: UCLA More info | Dec 25, 2005 03:21 | #4 You really can't do better than that in terms of bang for buck. Go UCLA
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Thanks for the replies. I checked out the 17-40mm f/4L and what a nice lens. Price: 644.85! I think that will bust my budget. "Whatever you can do to avoid Photoshop is worth it"
LOG IN TO REPLY |
malla1962 Cream of the Crop  7,714 posts Likes: 5 Joined Jul 2004 Location: Walney Island,cumbria,uk More info |
JuanZas Goldmember  1,511 posts Joined Aug 2005 Location: Madrid - ESP More info | Dec 25, 2005 15:55 | #7 All ditto, pretty nice and valuable lenses for your budget. You never regret of them. The 70-200 is very sharp, you love it. The 50 f/1.4 you must take some practice until you domain the narrow DOF. They were my first two lens after the kit lens, too!! Cheers
LOG IN TO REPLY |
khiromu Senior Member 260 posts Joined Jul 2003 More info | Dec 25, 2005 15:59 | #8 17-40, 50, 70-200 and you are done...
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Dec 25, 2005 23:58 | #9 Theres that 17-40 again. "Whatever you can do to avoid Photoshop is worth it"
LOG IN TO REPLY |
grego Cream of the Crop 8,819 posts Likes: 2 Joined May 2005 Location: UCLA More info | R Hardman wrote: Theres that 17-40 again.  How do the images look on the 350D? Any examples out there? I understand the crop on the 350D is 1.6 so that would make it a 27mm?Yes, you are correct. You'd have about a 27-28mm lens at the wide end of the lens. It would be a good walk around lens. Many people love this lens. It's one of the best wide angles out there. Go UCLA
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Bob_A Cream of the Crop  More info | Dec 26, 2005 01:05 | #11 R Hardman wrote: Within the next few weeks I plan on spending some cash on some lenses. I've read the threads and thinking of these two. What are some thoughts, or, better for less lenses. Advice is what I'm seeking. I currently own the 350D. I mostly do nature, astro with a little portrait. Canon 70-200/4.0 EF-L USM Zoom Lens - Price After Rebate: $564.85 Canon 50/1.4 EF USM Lens - Price After Rebate: $289.00 I have both of these, and they are excellent. The 70-200 f/4L is compact and light, with optics as good as the more expensive f/2.8L. As long as you don't need the speed (I don't myself), then you'll really enjoy this lens. Bob
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Dec 26, 2005 10:07 | #12 Ok, I think I'm going ahead with getting the 17-40 which brings the next question. I found these prices online at the Digital Photo Club. I checked the BBB site and they are rated good to go. Anyone know of any issues or a better place? "Whatever you can do to avoid Photoshop is worth it"
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Bob_A Cream of the Crop More info | Dec 26, 2005 12:58 | #13 B&H Photo is very reputable and has decent prices. Bob
LOG IN TO REPLY |
liza Cream of the Crop 11,386 posts Likes: 1 Joined Feb 2005 Location: Mayberry More info | Dec 26, 2005 13:49 | #14  Permanent banI would second the recommendation for B&H, and have also used Adorama, KEH, and Amazon. I've also heard good things about:
LOG IN TO REPLY |
Dec 30, 2005 18:40 | #15 Finally narrowed it down. I going with refurbished. "Whatever you can do to avoid Photoshop is worth it"
LOG IN TO REPLY |
 | x 1600 |
| y 1600 |
| Log in Not a member yet?
Register to forums
Registered members may log in to forums and access all the features: full search, image upload, follow forums, own gear list and ratings, likes, more forums, private messaging, thread follow, notifications, own gallery, all settings, view hosted photos, own reviews, see more and do more... and all is free. Don't be a stranger - register now and start posting!
|
| ||
| Latest registered member was a spammer, and banned as such! 1917 guests, 101 members online Simultaneous users record so far is 15,144, that happened on Nov 22, 2018 | |||
Would love a wide though.
