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DAMN! an L lens? You're a baller!

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Some good looking shots showing up here. I have a few new ones I can throw into the mix but for not here is a link to my website.

http://www.lostphotography.com
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I will play. Picked up a 50mm prime 1.8 lens a while back to use in an attempt to do studio-like photography of the kids. $200 bux at a studio was getting ridiculous (but I cannot argue with the skills necessary to produce quality shots).

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net...65474799_n.jpg

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Z...0/IMG_5493.JPG

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:r not even close Justin. I rented one and saw the difference better glass can make. I cringe like crazy spending more for the lens than I did for my camera.
But I compare it to going from a point and shoot and a DSLR, the pictures come out so much better. This will be the only L lens I buy, unless I start getting paid for what I do and there is no plan for doing that, besides, I'm no where near good enough.

I should mention also that it is a refurbished lens from Canon. I can't see spending retail on a lens that has been fully checked, with the refurb, they fix what was broken and fully test the lens before reselling it. Granted the warranty is only 90 days, but if it's been fully inspected, I see no reason for failures anytime soon.

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Jeff, those are awesome, the 50mm are so much fun to shoot with. I rented the 1.2 over Christmas, I really liked it but the DOF can be tricky sometimes.

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Okay, now I need some help buying a 77mm filter. It will be mostly for protection of the front glass, but I don't want a $12 filter on the front of this lens.
Any recommendations? I realize it's easy to spend hundreds on a filter, I'm looking for something under $200, the further under, the better. :D

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Tiffen makes a good filter. 77mm in the $20 range from B&H.

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Very VERY interesting test done here:

http://www.lenstip.com/113.4-article...d_summary.html

I knew cheap filters could affect your pictures, but I honestly had no idea how much. I'm taking the crap UV filters I bought from Best Buy off my lenses immediately and getting some nice ones.

[quote=MrClean;1548288]Okay, now I need some help buying a 77mm filter. It will be mostly for protection of the front glass, but I don't want a $12 filter on the front of this lens.
Any recommendations? I realize it's easy to spend hundreds on a filter, I'm looking for something under $200, the further under, the better. :D[/QUOTE

Get a B&W UV haze filter. Always get B&W, they are by far the best. Should be able to grab one at adorama or B&H for around $100
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[quote=LostAbbott;1548379]Thanks Mychal, I have seen the B&W filters used by a lot of photographers and they always seem to be rated very high. :tu

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Thanks for the link Brian. I've seen similar tests done. One of the best pieces of advice I heard awhile back.......if you buy an expensive lens with expensive glass in it, why would you put a cheap filter on it and risk adversely affecting your images.

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Unfortunately I only heard that recently, so I've been shooting for awhile with UV filters on my lenses that who knows how much they affect my photos :td I don't think they're crappy filters, I don't even remember what brand, but I know I didn't pay more than $30-40 for them.

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Looking at those tests, I would still go with the B&W filters, I wack my gear all over the place and generally treat it like the tool it is for me. The B&W's have never gotten scratched or loose or anything in the 10+ years I have been shooting. All of the hoyo's I have used have been pretty weeny.

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I noticed in that test they didn't have access to B+W filters. I've seen a few tests with them and they always rate very high. Looks like Amazon has several and the prices seem very good. :banger

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That puppy's been livin on my camera for about a year now. I love it and you will NOT regret that purchase. The 50mm 1.2 (L) is going to be my next purchase. I'm a sucker for primes.

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Oh man, have fun! That is one of my favorite lenses! I find that at weddings about 2/3 of my shots end up being from that lens, it simply never leaves one of my cameras!

Only problem I've had with mine is that its gotten loose with age, pointing the camera downwards will extend the lens on its own... annoying at times... but I couldn't be happier with the lens and would buy another in a heartbeat.

(using a on 5D btw, so its plenty wide enough... can't get used to it on a cropped sensor.. usually end up using a 17-35 on that camera.

You would be shocked and amazed at how many people will pay good money for work that we would consider to be "sub-par" ..... Do understand that I am by no means advocating lazy and crappy pictures!!! We should always strive to do the best we can... but don't let self doubt sell yourself short because other people are better.... there will ALWAYS be someone better! I've been there, I've gotten caught up looking at other people's breathtakingly amazing work that's just out of my league... and I lose sight of the fact that I can take a good pic too! Remember, there's always someone worse than you too.... AND they're getting paid! Always be honest about what you can do for someone, have plenty of examples of your work, and don't be afraid to put yourself out there.

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I've been giving some serious thought to trading my 18-55IS and 55-250IS for a super zoom like the Tamron 18-270. I almost grabbed a Sigma 18-250 cheap but the lack of IS gave me pause. I keep going back and forth - it would strictly be for convenience sake to not have to carry around 2 lens and/or potentially miss a shot due to needing to stop and swap lenses.

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Andrew I have a Sigma 70-300 without IS and it does good at the shorter distance, but at 150+ without IS, I get a lot of OOF shots. A tripod is almost necessary unless you have a bunch of light (outdoors).

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Thanks Jeff...that was why I held off. The whole point of this lens would be for "walkabout" so by definition with no tripod. I try not to be a cheapskate since I realize that photography is not a cheap hobby but dropping $500 for a lens to put on my $400 camera is a tough one for me. :) Plus I am really happy with the IQ on the two lenses I have.

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Drop $400 for a second camera. Lens changing problem solved, and you saved $100 :D

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Haha! Doesn't solve my "lighter camera bag" problem though. :)

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The new toy arrived today.:noon So be prepared to see a bunch of random meaningless pics. :r
This thing looks brand new, no lens creep, I can't find any indications that this is a refurb.
If anyone has thought about buying a refurb Canon lens, I'd say do it!

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where did you buy it from?

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From the Canon Direct website. CanonDirect

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Of course the first pic I post with the new lens would be.....

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7021/6...5b1f916d_b.jpg
New lens makes me happy by Jeff Carroll01, on Flickr

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:tu

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My son, we were waiting for the bus the other morning and I had the camera, he is a complete ham when it comes to getting his picture taken.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6...d3b77a2a_z.jpg
Josh - waiting for the bus by Jeff Carroll01, on Flickr

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Looking back through last year's photoalbums:

http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/...angariroup.jpg

http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/...HillHRes-1.jpg

http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/...c/BH515web.jpg

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Nice shots Dan!! The first one is a nice perspective of the mountain top......at least I'm assuming that's a mountain top.

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Stunning pics Dan.. btw who's the hottie in the last pic?

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That's actually the top of the red crater on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in NZ... This is another shot of the drop off on the other side of the ridge:

http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/...etongariro.jpg


And the hottie in the last pic is my dear friend Laura. She's an actress/model/singer in NY. I was spoiled being able to shoot her consistently for 18mos. She's got that nymph/elf thing goin on, big time.

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Nice Pic Steve. How do you like the Nikon COOLPIX S570?

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Love it!

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I had to run earlier, but to elaborate;

I love the CoolPix, I think this is the 3rd one that I have had. I miss the feel of my old F3's and the Nikkor lenses, but digital is definately a bit more convinient than film. Boo and I also have a Cannon DSLR, but it can be a bit awkward to carry on hikes. The CoolPix slips right into a shirt pocket or side pocket on the pack. If it is a pain to carry, I won't have it and will miss pictures.

That being said, I still lug a Bogan tripod and multiple lenses on occasion :D

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I feel you there. That Tongariro hike I posted is about 20km up over three volcanoes. As much as I wanted to take a point-and-shoot for ease, I knew I'd regret it with the views. But let me tell you, a DSLR with battery grip with a wide-zoom gets friggin HEAVY after about 5km.

Point-and-shoots have come such a long way over the last 5yrs, particularly when it comes to landscape photography.

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Yeh i have a Nikon D90. My Aunt has the S9100 I think. I love that but it's like $300 :td

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I love seeing your photos in here...


I do not need another slope! I do not need another slope! I do not need another slope!

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:r:r:r

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How I spend my slow afternoons.

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http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/...K109LRlogo.jpg

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Awesome Dan, love the lighting!

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That's what remote strobes are for! :D :banger

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Damn fine job....LOVE the volcano pic.

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Thanks! I've never worked so hard for pics in my life. Sidenote: For you fans out there, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is where they shot the scenes for Mordor. I've walked in the knees of Mt Doom!

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For the first time since I started doing this I think I actually took a couple of decent pictures.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7191/6...742771ca_b.jpg
IMG_2384 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7197/6...821566a8_b.jpg
IMG_2383 by ad720, on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7180/6...f429c9bc_b.jpg
IMG_2392 by ad720, on Flickr

IMG_2392 by ad720, on Flickr
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IMG_2390 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7050/6...65ffa915_b.jpg
IMG_2422 by ad720, on Flickr

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IMG_2386 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7179/6...8e0bde8f_b.jpg
IMG_2406 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7204/6...6c633312_b.jpg
IMG_2407 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7191/6...0d43cccf_b.jpg
IMG_2387 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7055/6...21001e71_b.jpg
IMG_2388 by ad720, on Flickr

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http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7181/6...b47fa8ac_b.jpg
IMG_2431-3 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7210/6...4270aef2_b.jpg
IMG_2557 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7182/6...0157221c_b.jpg
IMG_2470 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7036/6...8041706b_b.jpg
IMG_2446 by ad720, on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7205/6...b230c7cc_b.jpg
IMG_2267 by ad720, on Flickr

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Now that's just a handful out of the hundreds I took over a long weekend and really only a couple of those stand out as anything more than snapshots for me. There is definitely a lot more to this than buying a half decent camera and shooting in RAW.

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Looks like I might be buying a new "deployment camera". Any suggestions? Looking for something under $300.

We have our good DSLR and lenses but I don't like taking that out into a field environment. I had a Nikon point and shoot for my last trip to Iraq but I cannot find the charger for it and I am leaving for India this week for a month

Guess I should include a couple of my pics in this thread too

http://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-fc...4/IMG_2361.JPG

http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Uf...4/IMG_3023.JPG

http://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sz...4/IMG_2048.JPG