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If you do get a 18-200, forget the Sigma and go with the Canon version. You'll find that with the high pixel density of the T1i, some lenses will be out resolved by the sensor, and you'll notice a particular lens' shortcomings are greatly magnified compared to say an 8MP DSLR. Get the sharpest lenses you can afford.
I've had so many customers complain after buying a 5D mkII that the camera is not producing sharp photos, because the lenses they used on a 5D were tack sharp, but the images look soft on a 5D mkII. For example, an older 28-135mm EF lens is great on a 5D, but on a 5D mkII, it's not very good at all, as the 5d mkII has a higher resolving power than what the 28-135 lens can produce.
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12-05-2009, 08:41 PM
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Thinking of picking up a tokina 11-16. Anyone got one? Thoughts? Thanks. gonna to match it with my d80 and d300 Posted via RS Mobile | |
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12-05-2009, 09:00 PM
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So, im pretty new to photography still. Ive had my d80 w/ 18-200mm for about 2 years now? But for the most part it has been a paper weight. What kind of lens should I get, Im looking for something that can be a good for close up and like "regular" distance photos? I dunno what to call it exactly but im basically a noob looking for something to spark some interest in photography and put my camera to use. Im not looking for somehting with a crazy zoom though, since i dont see myself doing much zooming in great distances for a shot. Thanks.
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12-05-2009, 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Senna4ever  If you do get a 18-200, forget the Sigma and go with the Canon version. You'll find that with the high pixel density of the T1i, some lenses will be out resolved by the sensor, and you'll notice a particular lens' shortcomings are greatly magnified compared to say an 8MP DSLR. Get the sharpest lenses you can afford.
I've had so many customers complain after buying a 5D mkII that the camera is not producing sharp photos, because the lenses they used on a 5D were tack sharp, but the images look soft on a 5D mkII. For example, an older 28-135mm EF lens is great on a 5D, but on a 5D mkII, it's not very good at all, as the 5d mkII has a higher resolving power than what the 28-135 lens can produce. | How are you able to tell the Canon is better than the Sigma? For future reference.
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12-05-2009, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by vietfx How are you able to tell the Canon is better than the Sigma? For future reference. | The Canon is faster because its 5.6 at 200mm and the Sigma is 6.3
If you want reviews on both of these lenses, go here: http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/
Its a real good one!
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12-05-2009, 11:58 PM
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#581 | | Wunder? Wonder?? Wander???
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Thanks for the quick reply.. Damn I overlooked that! haha
I'm now thinking about the Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM, after watching this. But one step at a time.. I don't want to get ahead of myself. http://www.vimeo.com/5252275
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12-09-2009, 09:40 PM
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Pretty much leaning towards the 17-40L lens (may go ff in future).....is $839.99 at Broadway Camera a good price? Or should I buy it online?
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12-09-2009, 09:47 PM
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Check out your prices for the lens here. You can always buy in Canada and save on taxes if you get it shipped in from out of BC.
I love my 17-40 on full frame, but not so much on a crop.
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12-10-2009, 10:24 AM
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^ cool link!
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12-14-2009, 05:15 PM
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#585 | | My dinner reheated before my turbo spooled
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Originally Posted by vietfx Thanks for the quick reply.. Damn I overlooked that! haha
I'm now thinking about the Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM, after watching this. But one step at a time.. I don't want to get ahead of myself. http://www.vimeo.com/5252275 | I've got the Canon 10-22 and i also picked up a B+W slim CPL as well. it's a great lens but i'm still trying to get used to it as it's VERY wide at the 10mm range.
i might be selling it in the next few months though if you're interested. 
so far, it's a great lens IMO.
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12-15-2009, 10:39 PM
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I'm looking into a Canon 500mmL. I have a chance to pick a 600mmL for $800 more than the 500mmL. Which one would you choose? I know the obvious weight, and size difference, and of course focal length. IQ, sharpness, focusing speed. Which one would you pick? And yeah i'd have a tripod and wimberley head. Opinions? I need to choose in the next two days or so.
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12-15-2009, 10:48 PM
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My opinion is that the 500mm is the best compromise of weight and focal length. If you're just going to shoot wildlife, then maybe consider the 600mm, but in most cases for me, 500 is just fine...the 600mm is very heavy....BIF's will be much more difficult compared to the 400mm f5.6 even with the Wimberly. Since I like going to the Abbotsford Airshow, I found that the 500mm was almost too long even on a full frame 1Ds mkIII. I would have preferred a 400mm there.
You have to consider your support system too. The 600mm is going to require a heavy duty tripod & head, so be prepared to spend $1000+. No cheaping out on a Benro or Giottos!
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12-15-2009, 10:51 PM
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#588 | | My dinner reheated before my turbo spooled
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400mm on full-frame was perfect at the airshow! And yeah, i'll most likely go for the 500L, because of the weight issue, and i can always get a 1.4 for it to get some extra reach if i think i need it, on a cropper.
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12-20-2009, 03:25 PM
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I know someone locally who is selling their canon 50mm f1.4 with a uv and cp filter along with the lens hood for $450.
I have the canon 50mm f1.8 right now and am semi satisfied with it. Biggest thing I dont like about it is that it doesn't always focus accurately.
Can someone talk me into the f1.4 for the extra money? Or is it not worth it?
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12-20-2009, 03:29 PM
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Totally worth it...much better build quality, and the DoF fall off is amazing, at least on a FF body. If you don't buy it, 10,000 puppies will die via spontaneous combustion.
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12-23-2009, 12:21 AM
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#591 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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alright so finally i have the money to get a macro lens
now im deciding which one i should get since broadway camera has the canon 100mm for 689.99 or should i go for the tamron 90mm
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12-23-2009, 01:12 AM
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They're both good. Broadway Camera includes the instant rebate in their pricing...be careful, as they may not be the cheapest overall.
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Go for the Tamron 90mm, its ugly but such a sweet lens! Pretty cheap too! The Canon 100mm macro, everyone knows how awesome it is.
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The Tamron is very nice, actually. I know that some pros use it for their commercial work. If you save up a bit more, you can get the new Canon 100mm IS macro, too.
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12-23-2009, 01:21 PM
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#595 | | F**K YOUR HEAD
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Originally Posted by Boostslut http://www.photoprice.ca/product/00031
Check out your prices for the lens here. You can always buy in Canada and save on taxes if you get it shipped in from out of BC.
I love my 17-40 on full frame, but not so much on a crop. | Hey i have the same lens!
Definitely when you crop doesn't look very clear nemore, Although I use a 40D so lower res then the newer cameras I guess.
Thinking of getting a really high aperture lens, nething else thats a good deal besides the 50mm 1.8?
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12-23-2009, 02:08 PM
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^ not for that kind of money.
I might be selling mine soon tho. I'm thinking of getting the canon or sigma 50mm 1.4.
I'm located in Kelowna, but could ship it to you...
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12-23-2009, 02:39 PM
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I had a really nice canon 85 1.8 but i sold it yesterday for $340 with a filter, and a hood n stuff.
Go Tamron macro!
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12-24-2009, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by ColinK ^ not for that kind of money.
I might be selling mine soon tho. I'm thinking of getting the canon or sigma 50mm 1.4.
I'm located in Kelowna, but could ship it to you... | How much are the sigma 50mms?
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12-24-2009, 01:27 PM
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#599 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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went to broadway cameras and they sold out of the canon 100mm
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Originally Posted by ilvtofu How much are the sigma 50mms? | $750
$630 $Cnd from this website: http://www.adencamera.com/prod-overv...359&Category=7 | |
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