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Here's an actual gear question: I bought a 5DII a year or so ago when I had too much money and thought a camera would make my feelings better after getting dumped. I've had a nifty 50 on it for a year, occasionally subbing in the 28-135mm (which I could borrow from school). Having graduated, and possibly looking to make some money from freelance photo, I'm considering what my options are for expanding beyond the 50. Basically, I'm looking for a good all around lens for a 5D that isn't going to destroy my wallet. Most of the freelance stuff I'm looking for will be event type stuff, so a general purpose lens seems ideal. Any advice?
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Jul 20, 2012 23:30
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tijag posted:I would think 24-70 f/2.8 L would fit your needs exactly? There is a newer and older version I believe, and I'm sure you'd be quite happy with the older version. Hm yeah that Tamron looks pretty great. Thanks!
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Jul 20, 2012 23:57
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rawrr posted:The 24-70/2.8L is one of those lenses that even if (though?) third party equivalents perform better on test charts, have more features (like VC/IS), and are way cheaper, I'm still irrationally tempted to buy the Canon. It's that red ring man, I just want that red ring.
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Jul 21, 2012 20:26
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Martytoof posted:You know, something I found that's really funny is that the last four or five years I spent all my time and money trying to build the most "pro" feeling kit I could -- big bulky bodies, add-on grips, fast lenses, etc. And now that I have some of that stuff, I find that the only thing I want is a small rangefinder style camera that I can stick in my pocket. Oh for sure. I don't bring my 5D everywhere, in fact I tend to not bring it out unless I'm getting paid or it's a big enough event with friends. Paul MaudDib posted:I flew out to Santa Barbara last week and took a drive in the mountains. I was keeping things light, so I took the GS645 and my Olympus XA. That was more than enough for snapping some landscapes. The XA2 is amazing. Fits in the palm of your hand, plastic, cheap (or they used to be). I also have an XA that I don't use as much as my XA2. My XA2 is my go to "carry everywhere" camera. In fact, all of my 35mms are my go to "carry everywhere" cameras.
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Jul 21, 2012 22:06
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