24-105L... is it worth the money?

[Hoky]

I'm looking for a good walkaround lens.
One of my options is the new 24-105L (without the flare).

Just wondering if it's worth the buy... if not, what do you propose?

 

[JediForce4ever]

28-300mmf3.5-5.6L IS USM.

 

[Russ]

I suppose if you are using a 5D it makes sense. otherwise it is not quite wide enough to qualify for walkaround. But I think it should be priced closer to about $1,600.

 

[Canew]

28-300mmf3.5-5.6L IS USM.

Hi there bro. (Daniel? Darren? Sorry forgot your name!) Anyway, the 28-300mmf3.5-5.6L IS USM might be too wide. I would like to think that the 24-105L will produce sharper pictures.

 

[JediForce4ever]

Hi there bro. (Daniel? Darren? Sorry forgot your name!) Anyway, the 28-300mmf3.5-5.6L IS USM might be too wide. I would like to think that the 24-105L will produce sharper pictures.

Damien:bsmilie: :bsmilie: ...
But anyway...the 28-300mm is generally a better ''walkabout'' lens...quality aside.
Anyway...I havent got the chance to play around with the 24-105mm...but I would still go for the 24-70...unless they make the 24-105 a constant f2.8...

 

[judeseah]

28-300mmf3.5-5.6L IS USM.

wow! this as walkaround?
bro, a little too heavy,
don't u think so?

jude

 

[Canew]

Damien:bsmilie: :bsmilie: ...
But anyway...the 28-300mm is generally a better ''walkabout'' lens...quality aside.
Anyway...I havent got the chance to play around with the 24-105mm...but I would still go for the 24-70...unless they make the 24-105 a constant f2.8...

Ah! Damien, of course...
The 24-105 has IS. That will help 3 stops. You still want f/2.8 for that?

 

[JediForce4ever]

wow! this as walkaround?
bro, a little too heavy,
don't u think so?

jude

frankly speaking...no...
I like carrying heavy lenses...heavy means quality.:bsmilie:
actually, so far the best walkard lens that appeals to me is the 17-85mmIS:sweat:

 

[JediForce4ever]

Ah! Damien, of course...
The 24-105 has IS. That will help 3 stops. You still want f/2.8 for that?

f2.8 for the DOF....:thumbsup:

 

[Canew]

f2.8 for the DOF....:thumbsup:

OK. Understood. DOF... Can't get that with IS.

 

[JediForce4ever]

OK. Understood. DOF... Can't get that with IS.

but actually using F4 on the tele end aint too bad too...but this lens seems better suited for FF users...:think:

 

[shendeerzi]

17-85 IS is generally a good walkaround lens, especially for those using EFS mount camera. But for extra range and Canon "L" quality, one may go for the 24-105 L IS lens which is a lot more ex than 17-85 ~ about twice ... You decide what you want and the range that you want and what you can afford

 

[sriram]

$2000++++ for an f/4 lens is a waste of money to me. The 70-200/4L is about half the price.

 

[user111]

not worth for an f4 and zooming barrel

 

[Hoky]

Seems like I'm not getting good overall positive response for this lens.
Anyone can recommend alternative? The range I'm looking for is between 35 ~ 70.

Looking for a quality build and quality output lenses.
Max aperture : F4.
Max affordable price: SGD2200

I had initially considered the 24~70L F2.8, but the 24~105L F4 has IS to offset it's aperture disadvantage (Not considering the DOF).

 

[TMC]

You could get the 24-105L under 2.2k if from overseas, but they are seriously out of stock. The 24-70 would be a good choice too. Seen a couple on the 2nd hand shelves already.

 

[jus]

Hi, like to ask which country sell lens cheaper Japan or Hong Kong?

 

[shinken]

Seems like I'm not getting good overall positive response for this lens.
Anyone can recommend alternative? The range I'm looking for is between 35 ~ 70.

Looking for a quality build and quality output lenses.
Max aperture : F4.
Max affordable price: SGD2200

I had initially considered the 24~70L F2.8, but the 24~105L F4 has IS to offset it's aperture disadvantage (Not considering the DOF).

Bear in mind most comments don't come from people who actually own or use the lens.

 

[solarii]

Bear in mind most comments don't come from people who actually own or use the lens.

Haha yeah this is a very important point!
Ironic right?

But its to be expected. $2K+ for a lens is beyond the budget of most amateurs. Also everyone's commenting based on their own shooting styles... who know maybe the 24-105 might be just right for you!

 

[alee13]

You could get the 24-105L under 2.2k if from overseas, but they are seriously out of stock. The 24-70 would be a good choice too. Seen a couple on the 2nd hand shelves already.

Overseas lowest price is around S$1900 ~ tax free (i got mine for S$1750 with canon redemptions), any lower, have to go hongkong. Will vouch for the 24-105 F4 L as the better walk about lens than 24-70, have it for over a month now, tried and tested on 5d and 20d (weight ratio on a 350d not as good) and with IS, its more usable esp outdoors. Preferentially, indoor event shooters would prefer F2.8, but if you are always on a go... that lens is perfect. Besides, all my indoor shots of girls (see my posts) are with this lens...