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10/02/2003 07:50:57 AM · #1 |
I'm looking for new lense for my camer. I only have one lens (Canon 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6) and I need Telephoto lens. I'm looking for L-type and I found two that I think will be fine for me.
I'm gona take picture of sport events, both indoor and outdoor where the lights are not good. The pictures I have been taking with my lense do all come out verry dark.
Here I have links to the lens I'm thinking of. First is EF 35-350. I put this lens on my list because it have wide range of Zoom. Then I just need one lens for most of the shots. The bad thing (I think) is that it has f/3.5-5.6. I'm new in this things but I would think that f/2.8 where that I'm looking for. Am I right?
Ef 70-200mm has both f/2.8 and IS. But it cost's more than the EF 35-350.
The last lens is from Sigma and I put that on the list because I wan't to take macro shots and I saw some exelent picture here taken with this lens.
If you know anything that would help my then please tell me.
Canon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto EF 35-350mm f/3.5-5.6L USM Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=WishList.jsp&A=details&Q=&sku=12120&is=USA
Canon Zoom Telephoto EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=WishList.jsp&A=details&Q=&sku=234444&is=USA
Sigma Telephoto 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=148526&is=USA |
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10/02/2003 08:34:30 AM · #2 |
First, either the Sigma 105mm or Canon 100mm macro lenses are both totally awesome. You can't go wrong with either one. The biggest advantage of going with the Canon macro is that it has ring-type USM focusing, which is quiet, fast and allows full-time manual focusing, even if you have it in the "AF" position...
In terms of your other two lenses, almost everybody agrees that the 70-200/2.8IS is one of the best Canon lenses available. You will not be disappointed in this lens! The IS technology is amazing if you take hand-held shots, and the fast 2.8 aperture lets you use it in low-light situations or blur the background with very shallow DOF.
The 35-350 is an interesting lens. There is no IS, which is a bummer, since a steady image becomes more and more important as the focal lengths get longer. If you frequently use a tripod, this isn't as much of an issue. The other thing to consider is the 3.5-5.6 aperture (as you mentioned), which makes the 35-350 a pretty slow lens. If you are shooting outdoors and don't need really shallow DOF, again, this isn't as much of an issue. A lot of people are quite happy with this lens.
Here is a review of the 35-350 and a review/comparison of the three Canon 70-200 variants which might provide some more insight. |
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10/02/2003 08:44:59 AM · #3 |
I'll just chime in and say that if you want to save money the Vivitar 100mm macro lens has an amazing *4* rating on photodo.com. This means optically up there with the best Canon lenses. And it's only about $150.
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10/02/2003 08:53:00 AM · #4 |
There are user reviews of various lenses (including these) at fredmiranda.com
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10/02/2003 09:19:10 AM · #5 |
Personally I'm dreaming of getting that Canon EF 70-200mm f:2.8L next spring.
Now I have a 28-80 standard that came with my Elan 7E and a 75-300 IS lens. I've found that the Image Stabilizer is a great plus.
And on the 10D with a 75-300 you get a great zoom. |
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10/02/2003 11:06:45 AM · #6 |
Check out the Sigma 70-200 F2.8 EX for a cheaper alternative to the Canon version. A lot of people like it a lot. The Canon 70-200 F4L is nice, too, in that it's smaller than the 2.8 lenses and thus easier to carry around. It's also half the price, and has terrific resale value in case you find it lacking. I have it and like it a lot. The ISO settings on the 10D allow you to compensate for the F4 quite effectively. I wouldn't want anything bigger for general use.
The L zooms like the 70-200 F2.8, 35-350 and the 100-400 are fairly heavy (all about 3 pounds) so I'd check them out before you buy. They're designed for sports and other applications where you don't walk around too much, or really, really need the extra stop. I wouldn't like to carry something that heavy around for too long!
Originally posted by birgir:
I'm looking for new lense for my camer. I only have one lens (Canon 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6) and I need Telephoto lens. I'm looking for L-type and I found two that I think will be fine for me.
I'm gona take picture of sport events, both indoor and outdoor where the lights are not good. The pictures I have been taking with my lense do all come out verry dark.
Here I have links to the lens I'm thinking of. First is EF 35-350. I put this lens on my list because it have wide range of Zoom. Then I just need one lens for most of the shots. The bad thing (I think) is that it has f/3.5-5.6. I'm new in this things but I would think that f/2.8 where that I'm looking for. Am I right?
Ef 70-200mm has both f/2.8 and IS. But it cost's more than the EF 35-350.
The last lens is from Sigma and I put that on the list because I wan't to take macro shots and I saw some exelent picture here taken with this lens.
If you know anything that would help my then please tell me.
Canon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto EF 35-350mm f/3.5-5.6L USM Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=WishList.jsp&A=details&Q=&sku=12120&is=USA
Canon Zoom Telephoto EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS Image Stabilizer USM Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=WishList.jsp&A=details&Q=&sku=234444&is=USA
Sigma Telephoto 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro Autofocus Lens
//www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=cart&A=details&Q=&sku=148526&is=USA |
Message edited by author 2003-10-02 11:23:11. |
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10/02/2003 12:11:56 PM · #7 |
If you are looking for a telephoto -- i'd save toward a 300mm prime F4 IS lens or F2.8 if you can stomach the cash. I have found that the 70-200mm F4L is OK in some situation, but most of the time i find myself looking for more zoom than 200mm. Tack on a 2x or 1.4x extender on that sharp lens (300mm is the sharpest prime telephoto lens in Canon's lens line up) and you can get near the quality of 600mm lens but at half the price, assuming you get the F2.8 version ($3300 versus $7000 for 600 mm prime) The F4 300mm is about $1000.
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10/02/2003 12:32:14 PM · #8 |
Have you used that lens Magnetic9999?
Originally posted by magnetic9999:
I'll just chime in and say that if you want to save money the Vivitar 100mm macro lens has an amazing *4* rating on photodo.com. This means optically up there with the best Canon lenses. And it's only about $150. |
Message edited by author 2003-10-02 12:32:25.
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10/02/2003 01:33:40 PM · #9 |
I havent' personally altho my friend got it and is happy with it.
Here's a few user reviews of it from photographyreview.com:
Review Date
October 1, 2002
Overall Rating
4 of 5
Value Rating
5 of 5
Used product for
More than 1 year
Reviewed by: harbormor, Expert, from Los Angeles
Price Paid: $0
Photography Experience:
21+ years, Fine Art
Summary:
I purchased this lens after reading a publication's favorable review on it. It is well talked about. For the price, it has no right to be as sharp as it is. The color is good, not great. I have used it countless times for macrophotographs and it's produced every time. This lens can actually be used for pro work.
Strengths:
The glass inside.
Weaknesses:
Will not survive much abuse.
Similar Products Used:
90mm F2.8 Elmarit-M
Customer Service:
Never had to call.
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Review Date
July 22, 2002
Overall Rating
5 of 5
Value Rating
5 of 5
Used product for
1 to 3 months
Reviewed by: Joseph Paluh, Intermediate, from Rocky River
Price Paid: $140 at Ugonet
Photography Experience:
2-5 years, Outdoor
Summary:
Crisp and clear
Strengths:
For the money you can't get a better lense. I bought this lense to use with my Nikon N65 and had nothing but great clear shots!
Weaknesses:
No real weakness unless you mind plastic.
Similar Products Used:
Nikon 50mm f 1.8.
Customer Service:
Not used
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Review Date
January 5, 2002
Overall Rating
5 of 5
Value Rating
5 of 5
Used product for
1 to 3 months
Reviewed by: Tyler Lemay, Intermediate, from Vermont
Price Paid: $120 at B&H Photo online
Photography Experience:
0-1 years, Outdoor
Summary:
As a young natural photographer, and a serious artist-in-the-works (I'm going to school for this, folks) I can't say enough about this lens. I shoot the Canon Manual Focus FD mount, and I can't think of a bad thing to say about it. I normally just come to this site to look, but this lens inspired me to review! Take my word, it's phenomenal.
Strengths:
Clarity, clarity, clarity. 1:20-1:1 ratio is incredible. Small, lightweight, well designed lens. Accurate and precise focus ring.
$120 price tag, new, online, with warranty (B&H Photo is great!)
Weaknesses:
Need a screw on adapter to reach 1:1
(what doesn't?)
Need to turn focus ring practically 360 degrees to go all the way through it's 1:20-1:1 range.
Similar Products Used:
Various other macro lenses, I'm a learning photography student; what haven't I played with?
Customer Service:
Haven''t needed it, and that''s the best kind of all!
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Review Date
August 22, 2001
Overall Rating
5 of 5
Value Rating
5 of 5
Reviewed by: Wong Peter, Intermediate, from Ont, Canada
Price Paid: $180 at BH photovideo
Photography Experience:
6-10 years, Outdoor
Summary:
AF is a little slow. Need a close up (came with)lens to make 1:1 ratio. Plastic barrel. BUT, the result can same as 3-4x more expensive lens when up to 8x10 print. And this lens even good for people shoulder shot. You cannot asking more at this price. Sure will be happy.
Strengths:
Cheap! Cheap!
Sharp image even 11x14 print.
Weaknesses:
Plastic, but what you want at this price?
Similar Products Used:
Canon 100mm macro
Sigma 105mm macro
Customer Service:
No changes to try.
Originally posted by Nazgul:
Have you used that lens Magnetic9999?
Originally posted by magnetic9999:
I'll just chime in and say that if you want to save money the Vivitar 100mm macro lens has an amazing *4* rating on photodo.com. This means optically up there with the best Canon lenses. And it's only about $150. |
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Message edited by author 2003-10-02 13:34:27.
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