Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM - Question...

09/27/2009 02:30:39 PM · #1

Hi All -

I just ordered a 5D M2 (now I am proper skint - but dam happy) and its coming with the 24-105.....

heres my questions........... is it work buying the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM - or will i get better result shooting with the 24-105 at 85MM........

cheers all

Thanks

Tony

Simms

09/27/2009 02:33:25 PM · #2

If you have the Â£Â£Â£ then get the 85mm, it is a completely different beast than the 24-105 - faster, sharper, incredible contrast and that beautiful bokeh.. You wont be disappointed.. Enjoy your new camera you lucky boy.

09/27/2009 02:34:57 PM · #3

cheers.....skint boy who will be eating carrots for years to come...

thing is ......this lens is Â£299 or less on ebay.......I think it may me a cheaper version of current lens?

cheers

Tony

Magnumphotography

Canon EF 500mm f/4.0L IS USM

09/27/2009 02:41:02 PM · #4

I have a 85f 1.8 and love it! I would imagine it would produce an overall better image, at 85mm. Less distortion and such, compared to the zoom. Simms is rite about the bokeh too. This is a great portrait lens on a full frame! Check online for sample shots, that's what I did. Then at least you will know, if its worth your investment. Two thumbs up, you won't be disappointed.

09/27/2009 02:43:23 PM · #5

cool cheers Mags.....

I had a 40D which I used a 50MM 1.8 and LOVED the results (even though the lens was Â£30) - so this 85MM puts me back in the same ball park....

good to hear the reference ........

Simms

09/27/2009 03:06:41 PM · #6

Not a cheaper version as it is a completely different lens. Generally primes run a bit cheaper than zooms due to the fact the construction/number of elements etc is easier also, no IS like your 24-105 lens, although the larger aperture will pretty much compensate by allowing a higher shutterspeed. In fact, at 85mm, the prime will always beat the 24-105 hands down (although the 24-105 is a superb all rounder and far more versatile).

If you can afford it, get it, if not you will be more than happy with your new setup.

09/27/2009 03:25:44 PM · #7

thanks Simms....

when I mean by cheaper version was........ the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM is cheaper than the Canon Ef 85mm F/1.2 F 1.2 L Ii Usm

so is Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM better than 24-105 Lens?

cheers

Tony

ace flyman

09/27/2009 03:29:03 PM · #8

Congrats on your new purchase. I sold my 85mm 1.8, regretted it so much I just went out and bought a new one again. You canâ��t go wrong.

Message edited by author 2009-09-27 15:29:29.

Simms

09/27/2009 05:39:57 PM · #9

Originally posted by TonyUK:

Ummmm, yes, its better at 85mm than the 24-105, but as I mentioned before, the 24-105 is a fantastic lens, but altogether a different lens.. Far more versatile - you`'ll love it. I tend to use primes hell of a lot more these days so if I was to choose between the two I would opt for the 85mm, but thats personal preference and more towards my style of shooting. Please dont regret buying your 24-105. its an amazing all round lens as lots of people here will agree.

I have just seen you are in the UK, sadly Cheshire, if you was closer you could always borrow mine after `wedding season` to give it a trial run - but alas I am down South in Essex, so not really feasible. But so the 85 1.8 is miles better than your old 50mm 1.8 - better in so many ways they cannot be compared.