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Dec 14, 2012 03:13 |  #1

Hey guys, i don't want it to sound like i am bragging, I'm not intentionally. I have been upgrading my gear and would like your opinion on how I'm going so far.

Canon 100mm F2.8 L IS
Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 OS
Sigma 50mm F1.4
Sigma 2x teleconverter
Canon 430 ex ii

Oh and canon 1000D....


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Dec 14, 2012 03:18 |  #2

If you're happy with your gear that's all that matters! :)


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Dec 14, 2012 08:10 |  #3

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If you're happy with your gear that's all that matters! :)

Exactly :)


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Dec 14, 2012 08:38 |  #4

I'd love to have your kit! The only thing I'd add to it would be something wider, such as a 11-16, 12-24, or something along those lines.


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Dec 14, 2012 08:41 |  #5

I'd say you've got an entry level Canon body, one Canon L Series lens, two Sigma lenses, a Sigma teleconverter and one external Canon flash.


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Dec 14, 2012 09:40 |  #6

Not sure if you're asking for a recommendation but with your lineup I'd be looking for something wide next. Such as one of the 17-50 / 17-55 f2.8 zooms. That seems to be the area where you're lacking.


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Dec 14, 2012 10:32 |  #7

Everyone's needs for a kit are different. Whenever upgrading the kit I try to ask what shots is my kit limiting me at getting, or what shots is my kit holding me back on IQ. Then go with whatever fills that gap. I've yet to meet anyone totally happy to leave their kit as it is, unless they just aren't shooting anymore.


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Dec 14, 2012 12:30 |  #8

I don't know. How are you going?


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Dec 14, 2012 12:54 |  #9

Africanphoto wrote in post #15365277 (external link)
Hey guys, i don't want it to sound like i am bragging, I'm not intentionally. I have been upgrading my gear and would like your opinion on how I'm going so far.

Canon 100mm F2.8 L IS
Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 OS
Sigma 50mm F1.4
Sigma 2x teleconverter
Canon 430 ex ii

Oh and canon 1000D....

I notice you have a a pretty good lens there! Keep it going.:oops:

Just kidding, all are good.


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Dec 14, 2012 14:14 |  #10

I want the 100 macro! Looks like a good selection - enjoy. :D


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Dec 14, 2012 14:18 |  #11

I wouldn't mind having a go with that Sigma 120-300 f2.8 OS and finding out how good it is with a 2x converter on it. I've got a Canon 70-200 f2.8L MkII and regularly use a Canon 2x MkIII converter with it and get some fantastic shots. I've heard some good things about that Sigma, but don't know if it's up to they 70-200's IQ.

Keep up with the acquisitions, but look into a body upgrade before too long. A nice 5D will give you some great shots with your gear.


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Dec 14, 2012 14:26 |  #12

You are really going to have provide much more than that to get anything remotely helpful.

You need to describe what all you shoot, and where you think you are a bit lacking. Each person's needs are different, so describe your needs, what you do well and where you feel you lack.

What you just did is the same as if I said I had a 2003 Z06, 2010 Camaro SS, Honda Civic, a ZX-14, and a Dodge Caravan, then ask others what vehicle am I missing?


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Dec 14, 2012 19:51 |  #13

TeamSpeed wrote in post #15367031 (external link)
You are really going to have provide much more than that to get anything remotely helpful.

You need to describe what all you shoot, and where you think you are a bit lacking. Each person's needs are different, so describe your needs, what you do well and where you feel you lack.

What you just did is the same as if I said I had a 2003 Z06, 2010 Camaro SS, Honda Civic, a ZX-14, and a Dodge Caravan, then ask others what vehicle am I missing?

Except the question of what was missing wasn't even asked. It was "How am I going?". Bizarre.


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Dec 14, 2012 19:57 |  #14

You are doing great for a person that has no need for wide angle whatsoever. You also lack some other details I might want like a good AF system, a faster burst rate, a bigger buffer etc. etc.

For my interests, your kit is a massive disaster. What are your interests?


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Dec 14, 2012 20:02 |  #15

TeamSpeed wrote in post #15367031 (external link)
What you just did is the same as if I said I had a 2003 Z06, 2010 Camaro SS, Honda Civic, a ZX-14, and a Dodge Caravan, then ask others what vehicle am I missing?

An M1-A1....:D Btw, I have to kinda hate you for that lineup :p <drool>


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