60D users, friends and their random OT B.S. (II)

Okay, so I've changed my mind on the second body. I'm going to do a 5DIII instead of the 70D. If I decide to get the 70D, I'll just sell the 60D and replace it.

Go for it you will love it and its cured my GAS ....lol I don't even look at new bodies any more ( also I'm stoney broke at the moment haha which helps )

LOL yeah. I know I'll love it. And, having both a crop and FF will keep me pretty satisfied. It's just the glass that's gonna kill me haha. Note, to self: Buy furniture. Do NOT buy gear, first.

stro, my bad.

No no buy gear and use the boxes for furniture haha

pauly916 wrote in post #16155318
No no buy gear and use the boxes for furniture haha

You know what's funny? I still have all of the boxes for my gear that got stolen lol.

vinmunoz wrote in post #16155308
stro, my bad.

Actually thanks! I think it's going to be very handy!

I know the 135L is really hard to beat but if you remember these shots, these are all from my 70-200 and i'm happy with it. With good lighting and technique, it's not bad i guess.

70-200 shots(please allow me to post these pics again)

pauly916 wrote in post #16154955
That a tough one Vinz the 100l is a great lens I do use it a lot, I even shot a sports day with it and it focused fast enough. As you have the 70-200 to cover your 135 it could be a good move the only thing is the 135l is f2 and it does have a certain look to it.
But when you want detail shots the 100l steps right up there you won't be disappointed. Wish I lived in Cali then we could share the two lenses

Jon wrote in post #16133073
Get a set of extension tubes; Kenko is probably the optimal combination of price and functionality, as it provides AF and aperture controls for less than Canon's do. You can get a set of 12/20/36 mm tubes (which will get you past 1:1) for around $200 at a reliable dealer. Inexpensive tubes may not have all the contacts to allow AF or auto-aperture control, and you'll either go crazy trying to make things work or forget to do something and blow the shot.

Str0ntium wrote in post #16133156
I've read a review of the Vello extension tube set and seems they are quite comparable to the Kenkos if not a little more stiff. They cost quite a bit less, as well. Having used their wireless release, I'm so-far impressed with the brand. I might just get those instead of the Kenkos when I get around to replacing the /cringe/ stolen set.

Is this what you guys were talking about?

Zeikos: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …Macro_Extension​_Tube.html

Vello: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …_auto_focus_ext​_tube.html

Kenko: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …o_Extension_Tub​e_Set.html

^ so I'm assuming Kenko is the best?

Str0ntium wrote in post #16155204
Okay, so I've changed my mind on the second body. I'm going to do a 5DIII instead of the 70D. If I decide to get the 70D, I'll just sell the 60D and replace it.

DO ETT DO ETTT!!!

pauly916 wrote in post #16155239
Go for it you will love it and its cured my GAS ....lol I don't even look at new bodies any more ( also I'm stoney broke at the moment haha which helps )

I said that too, but I'm still wanting to buy glass why?

vinmunoz wrote in post #16155342
I know the 135L is really hard to beat but if you remember these shots, these are all from my 70-200 and i'm happy with it. With good lighting and technique, it's not bad i guess.

There's nothing wrong with not having a 135L...honestly it's all user preference in the end. I like the 135L also because it's lighter to carry around than the 70-200. I'm keeping both though, I'm a crazy portrait person now and own a lot of the higher range lenses. In the future when I do move out! I see a beautiful 600L soon. xD

Str0ntium wrote in post #16155325
Actually thanks! I think it's going to be very handy!

the legs can be extended to about a couple of inches more but i didn't so the center column/suction cup reaches the table to hold on.

the pics i showed is a worst case scenario, i would not do that if the suction is not properly engage. but for smaller camera and lens, i guess you wo't have problem at all.

I have the Zeikos which suit my needs but you may as well $20 more for the metal mounts of Vello, just saying

Vixen89 wrote in post #16155344
Is this what you guys were talking about?

Zeikos: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …Macro_Extension​_Tube.html

Vello: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …_auto_focus_ext​_tube.html

Kenko: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …o_Extension_Tub​e_Set.html

^ so I'm assuming Kenko is the best?

Vixen89 wrote in post #16155344
Is this what you guys were talking about?

Zeikos: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …Macro_Extension​_Tube.html

Vello: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …_auto_focus_ext​_tube.html

Kenko: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …o_Extension_Tub​e_Set.html

^ so I'm assuming Kenko is the best?

Immaculens wrote in post #16155498
I have the Zeikos which suit my needs but you may as well $20 more for the metal mounts of Vello, just saying

I only have experience with the Kenkos. They are top notch quality, for the price, so I don't see any reason to pay the extra for Canon's versions.

Vello just seems to be another alternative that is much less costly than the Kenkos. I'm on the fence about trying the Vellos. I might just try to snag a second-hand set of Kenkos since I'm already convinced of their quality.

the zoom versatility wins for me over the 135L. One time i was shooting with the 70-200 then i decided to changed to the 135 but then i had to put back the 70-200 because of versatility.

regarding the weight, yes it's heavy but i'm not having portrait gigs everyday anyway.

the 100L is 1.38lbs and the 135L is 1.7lbs so i guess the 100mm for a walkaround general purpose with the ability to shoot macro and portrait is a big advantage. again, IMO only.

BurnUnit wrote in post #16154206
Thought I had some toy pictures somewhere.

Nice. If Legos weren't so freaking expensive I would likely own way to many of them.

str0 that sounds like a good idea actually. I found Kenkos new from China for $150 shipped but 2nd hand Kenkos here are like $120-140. I tried to look up Vello but not many people have them either on here.

vinmunoz wrote in post #16155599
the zoom versatility wins for me over the 135L. One time i was shooting with the 70-200 then i decided to changed to the 135 but then i had to put back the 70-200 because of versatility.

regarding the weight, yes it's heavy but i'm not having portrait gigs everyday anyway.

the 100L is 1.38lbs and the 135L is 1.7lbs so i guess the 100mm for a walkaround general purpose with the ability to shoot macro and portrait is a big advantage. again, IMO only.

Yeah that's why you shouldn't worry about what others think anyways. Do what fits your situation and shooting style. I can't come to give up all my L's so I keep them and buy more anyways. Maybe I'm a lens hoarder but I love how photography offers anything for everyone. Different styles!