Which L lens to get next ?

incendy wrote in post #2134062
I have been shopping for this range a lot and if I could afford it I would definately get the L, but I think I will end up with the Sigma. Both look fantastic for that range though IMO

You mean "Twinkle Toes" ?

Petkal wrote in post #2134078
When I need to go real wide I have several options at present: 15 mm, 16-35, 17-40 as well as 10-22 on my 20D.
If I pay $2,000 for a lens, it's IQ has to sing for me opera scores from La Traviatta.

Hmmm, I guess we have slightly different expectations from our gLass. I see L's as doing some things very very well, in a lot of cases thats IQ but not all. An example of this is the 50 1.0, the 1.4 and 1.8 are sharper, its just that the 1.0 is the fastest EF lens that canon made. The same applies to the 14, its a full frame USM 14 mm lens, nothing else in the canon stable is wider. With this in mind I didn't mind paying L money for it, even if it has been around since 1991.

The MTF chart makes for interesting reading if you are in the mood.

Regards

BearSummer

BearSummer wrote in post #2134072
yeah woops, missed that one, yawn, kinda late over here at the mo, lol

so where is this gear list of his then,

BearSummer

Do not panic, Bear Your primacy vis a vis the 50 f1.0 as well as the 200 f/1.8 is not being threatened by me. I have no current plans to get the first, nor another one of the second.

My official gear list is in my signature.
However, I am posting my full lens list in a pictorial form:
Pt1....EF(nonL) and EF-s lenses
Pt2... L white theme lenses
Pt3.. L black theme lenses.

BearSummer wrote in post #2134110
Hmmm, I guess we have slightly different expectations from our gLass. I see L's as doing some things very very well, in a lot of cases thats IQ but not all. An example of this is the 50 1.0, the 1.4 and 1.8 are sharper, its just that the 1.0 is the fastest EF lens that canon made. The same applies to the 14, its a full frame USM 14 mm lens, nothing else in the canon stable is wider. With this in mind I didn't mind paying L money for it, even if it has been around since 1991.

The MTF chart makes for interesting reading if you are in the mood.

Regards

BearSummer

Well, I am IQ/$ freak, and that's probably my limitation. If I was a low available light freak and no reasonable expenses spared, I would consider putting my money into a camera-lens line that can deliver with authority there....Leica or some such.

Petkal wrote in post #2134132
Do not panic, Bear Your primacy vis a vis the 50 f1.0 as well as the 200 f/1.8 is not being threatened by me. I have no current plans to get the first, nor another one of the second.

My official gear list is in my signature.
However, I am posting my full lens list in a pictorial form:
Pt1....EF(nonL) and EF-s lenses
Pt2... L white theme lenses
Pt3.. L black theme lenses.

So long as it includes a list of the lenses so I dont have to play "identify the lens" i'll be happy. When is this kit-fest going to appear?

BearSummer

BearSummer wrote in post #2134196
So long as it includes a list of the lenses so I dont have to play "identify the lens" i'll be happy. When is this kit-fest going to appear?

BearSummer

Pt1 and P2 are out, posted. The Pt3 I am still working on for the maximum impact.

yes. petkal posted his non L lenses in one thread. his white Lenses in another. now all thats left is his black red ringers. (btw you have to find the pics for yourself)

Billginthekeys wrote in post #2136487
yes. petkal posted his non L lenses in one thread. his white Lenses in another. now all thats left is his black red ringers. (btw you have to find the pics for yourself)

I am sure BearSummer shall.
AeroSmith is on the edge.
Dante has been pulverized.

We L collectors are a very competitive bunch, ya know...

I'd just like to see all lenses in order of size (length rather than girth). To fit within frame and add an attractive stepped sensibility please start largest/tallest in the centre and then spiral around outwards to reach the stumpiest one, L or consumer junk, in the front of the shot. Would need some preparation but very satidfying. We can then have a side bet to see which simpleton is able to identify each in order.

condyk wrote in post #2136658
I'd just like to see all lenses in order of size (length rather than girth). To fit within frame and add an attractive stepped sensibility please start largest/tallest in the centre and then spiral around outwards to reach the stumpiest one, L or consumer junk, in the front of the shot. Would need some preparation but very satidfying. We can then have a side bet to see which simpleton is able to identify each in order.

Thanx for coming along, mate, it's been gettin' rather dry...

condyk wrote in post #2136658
We can then have a side bet to see which simpleton is able to identify each in order.

He's calling me a simpleton!

CyberDyneSystems wrote in post #2137014
He's calling me a simpleton!

No worry, I'll spank him good for that when he gets home tonite. Even better, I'll let Ronald Sr.Jr. spank him and I'll watch.

(I know , I know, it was supposed to be a punishment, not fun. )

CyberDyneSystems wrote in post #2137014
He's calling me a simpleton!

Not yet Boss ... we got to see the glory of his lens spiral first, L's and others, black and white, ringed and ringless, all in ranged unison, before anyone has a chance to prove themselves King Simpleton.

Once the shot is took'd and posted then I will present a free Lens Sock(R) to the first silly ar*e able to ID them all in the correct order, with Pete as the only true judge given it's his stuff. Worldwide postage included (offer excludes Southern California).

Wow! Here I am selling kidney for 85mm 1.8 a non L... LOL!

Petkal wrote in post #2137085
Even better, I'll let Ronald Sr.Jr. spank him and I'll watch.

We have a mutual friend and 'member' who would likely spend good money on that kind of recording ... up to whatever price he might get for his 300mm 2.8 IS L. Let's split any profits 50-50%