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PSSuperstars · 01-03-2010, 11:24 PM

I'm thinking of getting one of the L Series wide angles...
Which one is your favorite?
Which one is best for the money?

I'm seeing prices go anywhere from 400something for the non L Series.. to 1200 for the Ultra L...

I don't know a whole lot about it all.. I just play around.. so suggestions por favor

We do a lot of sports/action pics... and eventually wanna get heavily into weddings/portrait/event stuff.. but for now mostly sports photography..

Deej · 01-03-2010, 11:36 PM

the one i was suggested to was a 27-200 f2.8 - $1100

xenigo · 01-03-2010, 11:36 PM

24-70 :2 cents

PSSuperstars · 01-03-2010, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Deej

the one i was suggested to was a 27-200 f2.8 - $1100

That's the Ultra, right?

hah.. I'm gonna have to actually login and take my own damn calls to not feel guilty about buying that one ;)

Deej · 01-03-2010, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by PSSuperstars

That's the Ultra, right?

hah.. I'm gonna have to actually login and take my own damn calls to not feel guilty about buying that one ;)

well, its for high end results mind you. You can get by with a lesser one.

xenigo · 01-03-2010, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Deej

the one i was suggested to was a 27-200 f2.8 - $1100

I've not heard of this one. Do you have a link?

Deej · 01-03-2010, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by xenigo

I've not heard of this one. Do you have a link?

perhaps im mistaken on numbers, lemme check real quick..

EDIT - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search...tialSearch=yes check this link...

xenigo · 01-04-2010, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Deej

perhaps im mistaken on numbers, lemme check real quick..

EDIT - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search...tialSearch=yes check this link...

That's a nice lens, and one that I'd like to have personally... but it's such a long telephoto that it's not really usable for most purposes except for ones requiring some super long reach. I couldn't even use it in most locations because they don't have enough space. And, that's one heavy ass lens... I shot a wedding with one as a second shooter and my arm was trembling after a half hour... lol

If you want to do any serious photography of any kind, you need to have an L lens with a constant aperture. The last thing you need is your aperture changing from 4.0 to 5.6 because you zoomed, and it totally fucks your exposure. With one of the L 2.8 zoom lenses, you'll never have to worry about that.

Here's what I shoot with.

rowan · 01-04-2010, 03:10 AM

I have a 70-200mm f4 IS L which I'm pretty fond of, but for action you're probably better off going for the f2.8. Whether you need the IS version (and the associated price premium) is up to you to decide. Bear in mind the f2.8 is a fair bit heavier than the f4

rowan · 01-04-2010, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by xenigo

If you want to do any serious photography of any kind, you need to have an L lens with a constant aperture. The last thing you need is your aperture changing from 4.0 to 5.6 because you zoomed, and it totally fucks your exposure. With one of the L 2.8 zoom lenses, you'll never have to worry about that.

I just had a quick look at the lens list and most of the L series telephotos are the same aperture at the wide and telephoto end of zoom range... the only exception seems to be the 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM

One other issue is where focus changes as you zoom, although that should be quickly fixed if you're in AI servo mode. (Even if you're not a quick half pump of the shutter will refocus...)

From memory there are several L lenses that are parfocal which means they don't need to be refocussed if they're zoomed.

xenigo · 01-04-2010, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rowan

I just had a quick look at the lens list and most of the L series telephotos are the same aperture at the wide and telephoto end of zoom range... the only exception seems to be the 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM

One other issue is where focus changes as you zoom, although that should be quickly fixed if you're in AI servo mode. (Even if you're not a quick half pump of the shutter will refocus...)

From memory there are several L lenses that are parfocal which means they don't need to be refocussed if they're zoomed.

There was a video guy I knew who was telling me about lenses like that on video cameras. I've always wanted a lens like that. Any links on which L lenses are parfocal lenses? I known my 24-70 isn't.

PSSuperstars · 01-04-2010, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rowan

I just had a quick look at the lens list and most of the L series telephotos are the same aperture at the wide and telephoto end of zoom range... the only exception seems to be the 100-400mm f4.5-5.6L IS USM

One other issue is where focus changes as you zoom, although that should be quickly fixed if you're in AI servo mode. (Even if you're not a quick half pump of the shutter will refocus...)

From memory there are several L lenses that are parfocal which means they don't need to be refocussed if they're zoomed.

Thank you!

so in the end what do you think the best suggestion would be? Im going to tell hubby now that the 2.8 is heavy...

AaronM · 01-04-2010, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by xenigo

That's a nice lens, and one that I'd like to have personally... but it's such a long telephoto that it's not really usable for most purposes except for ones requiring some super long reach. I couldn't even use it in most locations because they don't have enough space. And, that's one heavy ass lens... I shot a wedding with one as a second shooter and my arm was trembling after a half hour... lol

I'll have to STRONGLY disagree with you on this. I use my 70-200 f2.8 lens on at least 85% of my work. Heavy you say? Perhaps, but it's all in what you get used to carrying/using.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...Autofocus.html

This particular thread focuses on the use for sports which makes the 70-200 f2.8 one of the best possible options for the OP. Taking it a step further, it gives them the chance to add Canon's EF Extender II which will take them up to a 400mm f5.6 (I know, not a full frame camera so not a true 400mm but you get the idea)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...tender_II.html

Similar lens, good brand, way less money.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...2_8_II_EX.html

The EF Extender WILL NOT work on the 24-70 that you have but when it comes to sports, it's an inexpensive way to maximize the 70-200 lens.

Quote:

Originally Posted by xenigo

If you want to do any serious photography of any kind, you need to have an L lens with a constant aperture. The last thing you need is your aperture changing from 4.0 to 5.6 because you zoomed, and it totally fucks your exposure. With one of the L 2.8 zoom lenses, you'll never have to worry about that.

If they were doing "serious photography" then they would probably already know this. However, they are not. This person is using a Canon 40D and as with most 40D users, they probably rarely venture off of "Auto" mode. A constant stop lens is not needed for most practical applications.....Not that it hurts but why even mention it in this thread at all?

xenigo · 01-04-2010, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by AaronM

If they were doing "serious photography" then they would probably already know this. However, they are not. This person is using a Canon 40D and as with most 40D users, they probably rarely venture off of "Auto" mode. A constant stop lens is not needed for most practical applications.....Not that it hurts but why even mention it in this thread at all?

A lot of people do some good stuff with the 40D. I know both you and I can get away with using the crappiest cameras Canon makes and get stuff that's better than what most people here shoot.

What have you been shooting lately? Haven't seen you post any samples in a long time.

Deej · 01-04-2010, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AaronM

I'll have to STRONGLY disagree with you on this. I use my 70-200 f2.8 lens on at least 85% of my work. Heavy you say? Perhaps, but it's all in what you get used to carrying/using.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...Autofocus.html

This particular thread focuses on the use for sports which makes the 70-200 f2.8 one of the best possible options for the OP. Taking it a step further, it gives them the chance to add Canon's EF Extender II which will take them up to a 400mm f5.6 (I know, not a full frame camera so not a true 400mm but you get the idea)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...tender_II.html

Similar lens, good brand, way less money.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...2_8_II_EX.html

The EF Extender WILL NOT work on the 24-70 that you have but when it comes to sports, it's an inexpensive way to maximize the 70-200 lens.

If they were doing "serious photography" then they would probably already know this. However, they are not. This person is using a Canon 40D and as with most 40D users, they probably rarely venture off of "Auto" mode. A constant stop lens is not needed for most practical applications.....Not that it hurts but why even mention it in this thread at all?

From the horses mouth...

AaronM · 01-04-2010, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xenigo

A lot of people do some good stuff with the 40D. I know both you and I can get away with using the crappiest cameras Canon makes and get stuff that's better than what most people here shoot.

What have you been shooting lately? Haven't seen you post any samples in a long time.

http://www.gfy.com/fucking-around-and-business-discussion/946135-kenna-kane-pics.html

PSSuperstars · 01-04-2010, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AaronM

I'll have to STRONGLY disagree with you on this. I use my 70-200 f2.8 lens on at least 85% of my work. Heavy you say? Perhaps, but it's all in what you get used to carrying/using.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...Autofocus.html

This particular thread focuses on the use for sports which makes the 70-200 f2.8 one of the best possible options for the OP. Taking it a step further, it gives them the chance to add Canon's EF Extender II which will take them up to a 400mm f5.6 (I know, not a full frame camera so not a true 400mm but you get the idea)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...tender_II.html

Similar lens, good brand, way less money.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...2_8_II_EX.html

The EF Extender WILL NOT work on the 24-70 that you have but when it comes to sports, it's an inexpensive way to maximize the 70-200 lens.

If they were doing "serious photography" then they would probably already know this. However, they are not. This person is using a Canon 40D and as with most 40D users, they probably rarely venture off of "Auto" mode. A constant stop lens is not needed for most practical applications.....Not that it hurts but why even mention it in this thread at all?

THANK YOU

I'll be going with that one...

Sarah_Jayne · 01-05-2010, 04:44 AM

If I ever win the lottery I swear that most of it will be gone once I go lens shopping.

rowan · 01-05-2010, 05:17 AM

I just re-read the OP and saw that you want a WIDE angle? Why are we talking about 70-200mm telephoto lenses then? It's the mention of sports and action photography that threw me off. Grab a 16-35mm II...

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rowan Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 17,393	I have a 70-200mm f4 IS L which I'm pretty fond of, but for action you're probably better off going for the f2.8. Whether you need the IS version (and the associated price premium) is up to you to decide. Bear in mind the f2.8 is a fair bit heavier than the f4

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rowan Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 17,393	I just re-read the OP and saw that you want a WIDE angle? Why are we talking about 70-200mm telephoto lenses then? It's the mention of sports and action photography that threw me off. Grab a 16-35mm II...