New member to the team - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/12/2003 08:31:07 PM · #1

My 300D just arrived about 2 hours ago! The 75-300 lens was here at lunch time. This was the toughest day to work, I kept wanting to wait at the window for the FedEx truck to show up. :-)

Natator

Canon EOS-5D

11/12/2003 08:37:48 PM · #2

*laugh*

I know exactly what you mean.

I've got a new lens coming from the US to Australia via UPS. I can look at the UPS site and I know the lens arrived in Sydney about 10 hours ago and is now awaiting customs clearance. HURRY UP YOU SLACKERS!!!!!!!

There is a SMALL chance it may get cleared in time for me to have it for the weekend.... and I want to play!!!!!!!!

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/12/2003 10:26:29 PM · #3

lol - Here's hopin' that lens gets to you before the weekend! The toughest part is knowing it's so close, yet so far....

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70 f2.8 L IS

11/12/2003 11:21:04 PM · #4

Originally posted by Natator:

So Whadja get?? Give with the info!

Natator

Canon EOS-5D

11/12/2003 11:32:56 PM · #5

The Canon f2.8 100mm macro :)

Can't wait to play with it. My next 18 challenge entries are all going to be macro shots, no matter what the challenge ;)

My other lenses are all zoom lenses and not good ones. It sounds like the quality of this fixed lens is quite superior to what I have already.

Seller says it is in mint condition and still has the box (which to me is a good sign as it means he looks after things). So, assuming that's the case I am laughing. He's always used a filter to protect the lens as well, though reading from other threads I think I'll keep the filter on my less good lenses but risk it without for this one and just be very careful.

UPS called an hour ago and it has all cleared customs etc. They said I SHOULD have it tomorrow, so fingers crossed :)

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70 f2.8 L IS

11/12/2003 11:46:25 PM · #6

Way cool Simon...
I'll match you one for one on those 18 macro shots! Enjoy this one, you're going to be amazed at the sharpness & contrast of this lens.

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

11/13/2003 09:26:49 AM · #7

:)

You are gonna enjoy that camera. It's a major step up from your sony. I am looking forward to seeing some photos :)

Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 E-mount

11/13/2003 09:37:38 AM · #8

Thanks John :-)

I'm looking forward to seeing some photos too! lol....

Hopefully by the end of the weekend I'll have some to post. Have a lot of reading to do! This is so much different from my Sony, and I'm excited.

BTW - That message about the cam shutting off is now in English - it was the drivers... :-)

jmsetzler

Sony Alpha a6000

11/13/2003 12:30:13 PM · #9

Originally posted by tfaust:

Nope.. it's not that different at all :) It just looks and feels different, but it basically works the same way :)

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

11/13/2003 01:12:29 PM · #10

I almost feel like I'm starting over with picking up a camera for the 1st time... but I know if I have a full day to just play with it, everything will seem normal again. :-)

soup

Canon EOS-30D

11/13/2003 01:17:18 PM · #11

i think you'll have fun with it, and i am quite happy with my purchase.
just need to save money for a couple lenses now...

enjoy !!

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

11/13/2003 02:52:28 PM · #12

Thanks soup!! I know what you mean. I went wish list shopping at B&H Photo for accessories.... Having not been able to use different lenses with my Sony, this is exciting stuff!

backslash

Canon EOS-20D

11/13/2003 03:37:18 PM · #13

Congrats Tina. I also love my Rebel. I'm saving to get some lenses, hopefully soon. Enjoy, I'm having fun, just wish I had more time to play.