Official Lens Discussion Thread
10-01-2008, 01:59 PM
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Ok, so i'm learning quickly that photography is helluva expensive hobby. I've decided to go with the Nikon 105mm VR Micro for macro shots. Now i'm undecided on what to add next... I'm deciding between the Nikon 10.5mm f/2.8 fisheye lens or a super-wide angle lens, also Nikon brand lens. I'm thinking the Fisheye will be lots of fun as will the Macro lens but i'm open to hear what your thoughts are.
10-01-2008, 02:15 PM
#722
What do you have for wide right now? A FE is one of the lenses that most add last.
Cover the "standard" ranges before thinking about the fish-eye.
11-07-2008, 11:18 AM
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Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Opinion? I'm looking to upgrade my lens and this one has the zoom range covered, but not sure about the quality of the lens.
Opinion? I'm looking to upgrade my lens and this one has the zoom range covered, but not sure about the quality of the lens.
11-07-2008, 11:25 AM
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I think, depending on your needs and how critical you are about image quality, it could be a good solution. It does have IS, which is nice.
11-07-2008, 11:47 AM
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If you have to get only 1 lens to cover that range, it's not a bad option, but it seems like the other superzooms from Tokina/Tamron/Sigma are just about as good.
For the same price (or even a little less) you can get a 70-200 f/4L which will trounce the 18-200 in image quality and focus speed. If you have a kit lens, to cover the 18-55 range, that's really all you need.
For the same price (or even a little less) you can get a 70-200 f/4L which will trounce the 18-200 in image quality and focus speed. If you have a kit lens, to cover the 18-55 range, that's really all you need.
11-13-2008, 06:26 AM
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since im not on a photo vacation, the 18-200 by canon wouldve been great to have.
12-01-2008, 03:33 PM
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I just dropped the hammer on the 10-22mm Canon wide angle... 
hoping for a speedy and secure delivery and for the successful processing of my Live.com cash back...
hoping for a speedy and secure delivery and for the successful processing of my Live.com cash back...
12-01-2008, 03:57 PM
#731
He was talking about 17th Street Photo in the live.com thread.
12-01-2008, 04:00 PM
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12-01-2008, 04:02 PM
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12-01-2008, 04:31 PM
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12-03-2008, 01:28 AM
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if you dont shoot wide angles alot then yes its a great lens.
but if you do shoot wide angles alot the 24mm is going to limit you.
but if you do shoot wide angles alot the 24mm is going to limit you.
12-03-2008, 02:15 AM
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i have a nikon D60 and the kit lens 18-55mmVR
I'm thinking about getting a 50mm 1.8D, but I don't know if I should just save the money towards a Sigma 10-20 or 55-200mmVR. I really want a wide angle lens but the 10-20 is quite a hit to the financial go-nads. Any advice? Thanks
I'm thinking about getting a 50mm 1.8D, but I don't know if I should just save the money towards a Sigma 10-20 or 55-200mmVR. I really want a wide angle lens but the 10-20 is quite a hit to the financial go-nads. Any advice? Thanks
12-03-2008, 11:21 AM
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That lens it great really no matter how use it. It doesn't just hold you to using as a macro, it can be used for just about any subject you want. If you really want to take it to another level with macro, get some extension tubes.
12-03-2008, 11:24 AM
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i have a nikon D60 and the kit lens 18-55mmVR I'm thinking about getting a 50mm 1.8D, but I don't know if I should just save the money towards a Sigma 10-20 or 55-200mmVR. I really want a wide angle lens but the 10-20 is quite a hit to the financial go-nads. Any advice? Thanks
I'm thinking about getting a 50mm 1.8D, but I don't know if I should just save the money towards a Sigma 10-20 or 55-200mmVR. I really want a wide angle lens but the 10-20 is quite a hit to the financial go-nads. Any advice? Thanks
12-03-2008, 08:36 PM
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Earth-bound misfit
Check out synth's thread (below). There's also another link in that thread to more discussion earlier in this thread.
https://acurazine.com/forums/cameras-photography-44/next-lens-24-70-24-105-a-698330/
12-03-2008, 08:41 PM
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I have a rented Nikkor AFS doubler sitting with me right now for use tomorrow 
12-03-2008, 08:44 PM
#744
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you're gonna have alot of fun with that lens
12-03-2008, 09:08 PM
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I am wicked excitamicated 
Yup, the Canon 10-22 f3.5-4.5. Set for delivery when I am out of town, though
Picked up a B+W CPL from HVstar, too, but that won't be here for a few more weeks I am sure...
Yup, the Canon 10-22 f3.5-4.5. Set for delivery when I am out of town, though
Picked up a B+W CPL from HVstar, too, but that won't be here for a few more weeks I am sure...
12-03-2008, 09:23 PM
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I just did some moon tests with my D3 and D100 to test out the doubler on both...wow, my d100 SUCKS. how did I live with this thing for so long.
And the doubler definitely takes away some sharpness
...but I'll be shooting in bright daylight tomorrow, so I should be fine.
And the doubler definitely takes away some sharpness
...but I'll be shooting in bright daylight tomorrow, so I should be fine.
12-04-2008, 09:23 AM
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stop copying me...with the 10-22 and the b+w cpl...even the places I got them
12-07-2008, 12:38 PM
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just bought a tamron zoon lens for the parents... testing it out.
out of the box it was ok, LOUD auto focus but bearable. took a few shots and an Error 9 popped up. googled it, supposedly a lens malfunction. now the lens is EXTREMELY dark, tried for days to auto focus, etc and cant take a picture with auto focus... has to be in manual.
bought it used off of ebay to cover the zoom aspect but now i think it was not a good idea... its an AF 70-300 f/4-5.6 di. had ok reviews, thought it was decent for a start lens...
any ideas what i can do with this? and any amateur zoom lens maybe to replace it?
EDIT. this is the one http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-75-300m...8675130&sr=8-7
out of the box it was ok, LOUD auto focus but bearable. took a few shots and an Error 9 popped up. googled it, supposedly a lens malfunction. now the lens is EXTREMELY dark, tried for days to auto focus, etc and cant take a picture with auto focus... has to be in manual.
bought it used off of ebay to cover the zoom aspect but now i think it was not a good idea... its an AF 70-300 f/4-5.6 di. had ok reviews, thought it was decent for a start lens...
any ideas what i can do with this? and any amateur zoom lens maybe to replace it?
EDIT. this is the one http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-75-300m...8675130&sr=8-7
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12-07-2008, 01:34 PM
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I just looked up how much a Nikkor 400mm VR f2.8 costs...
8-9g
8-9g
12-07-2008, 01:41 PM
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Layaway?
12-07-2008, 01:42 PM
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12-07-2008, 01:45 PM
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Sears and a few other stores have brought it back this year.
12-07-2008, 01:46 PM
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12-07-2008, 01:49 PM
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I'm not going for anything at that price. 10g is a nice down payment for a Challenger when I get that kind of scratch again.
At that cost...the couple times I'll be using it in the near future, $100 bucks a pop for rental will suit me fine.
At that cost...the couple times I'll be using it in the near future, $100 bucks a pop for rental will suit me fine.
12-07-2008, 02:21 PM
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I am rather new to the DSLRs but was lucky enough to scoop up a Canon 30D w kit lens for $350 in very mint condition after my friend's wife upgraded.
After reviewing different lenses I decided to pick up the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 and Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5. I just hope I don't get raped on customs fees when I have these shipped abroad.
After reviewing different lenses I decided to pick up the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 and Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5. I just hope I don't get raped on customs fees when I have these shipped abroad.
12-07-2008, 10:19 PM
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12-09-2008, 06:44 AM
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Yeah, I figured I got a solid deal on the 30D. He and I always exchange or sell our older electronics back and forth. I like the controls on the 30D more than the controls on my gf's D60.
12-18-2008, 09:26 AM
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anyone have any thoughts on buying refurbed lenses, like from Adorama?