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09/20/2005 12:26:16 PM · #1 |
hi. Just a quick thread to see what people have to say about using these two lenses. Which is better in your opinion.
I will assume that with wide angle lenses, most people will be shooting landscapes and architecture. Most of this is likely tripod mounted and consists of well thought out pictures, so I am not sure that the constant aperture is so important or useful in use.
Any and all opinions are welcome.
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09/20/2005 12:34:24 PM · #2 |
Canon 10-22mm is an exceptionally fine lens. Downside of it (the only downside) is that it only works with 1.6 crop sensors. If one moved up from a 350xt or 20D to the new D5 or one of the pro bodies, the lens would not make the transition. Otherwise it's as flawless as a lens like this can be, I'm in awe of it. Zero barrel distortion, remarkably good edge-to-edge sharpness, utterly flare-free even when the sun's IN the picture, just a joy to use. Its purity of performance, compared to similar lenses that cover FF, btw, is actually derivative of its 1.6-crop orientation: by narrowing in on this smaller field of view, the optical engineers were able to produce a lens with fewer compromises.
From what I have seen, the Tokina shows some barrel distortion. Not a lot, but it's there I think.
Robt.
Message edited by author 2005-09-20 12:35:35.
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09/20/2005 12:42:55 PM · #3 |
I think if you're not concerned with price and not about to upgrade to a fullframe camera the Canon is the one you want. However, if you're looking for something a little cheaper, or something with an EF mount that can be eventually used on the 5D and MK cams then go with the Tokina.
As far as the constand aperture, I wouldn't say its such a big deal. Becasue the the lens is in the range of 10-25 you can also get non-blurred shots with pretty slow shutter speeds (I hand hold 1/10s at 10mm with my sigma). If you're going to be useing a tripod, it should be even less of an issue.
Also, becasue I love it so much, I'll always put in a plug for the Sigma 10-20mm, and Tamron makes an 11-20something as well.
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09/20/2005 12:47:01 PM · #4 |
Sigma just came out with a 10-20mm lens so you may want to look into that also.
Ok I'm slow, Bfox already mentioned it. Just ignore me!
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09/20/2005 12:52:29 PM · #5 |
Thanks guys. I am nowhere near ready to buy a lens like this, but I have a friend with a 300D who wants a nice option on the wide angle as his Sigma 14mm is no longer a useful lens.
I had already noticed the sigma and Tamron options.
Now that I have confirmed that the constant aperture isn't really such an issue at this focal length, perhaps I will start to do some research into where those lenses stand as well.
Any information of note is naturally welcome, particularly from those who have used the lenses. |
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09/20/2005 12:55:14 PM · #6 |
| I have been thinking about getting an ultrawide angle lens for some time now... heard about the Sigma 10-20mm a few days ago and i read a review on it where it scored really well. Was considering the Tokina 12-24 up till now but I think Im going to get the Sigma 10-20 instead. |
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09/20/2005 01:09:33 PM · #7 |
| Watch for sales at Dell. I just picked up the Canon 10-22 for $569, so it may be worth the wait. |
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09/20/2005 01:11:24 PM · #8 |
i have the tokina 12-24 and am pleased with it. Can't say any thoughts about the canon cause i don't have it.
The tokina is stikly digital lens as well.... but be noted the canon lens can not be used on the 10D
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