Kimura_papaya
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keke, enjoy the prawn first..i also going to have my tiger prawn soon(f2.8 version)
24-85mm f2.8
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ok gratz on your soon to be baby :bsmilie:
owned this lens before, during the film days, great lens to use on a film camera, good range, reasonably sharp, used to be my money lens when I shoot weddings on film, since I can't afford the 28~70f2.8.
the newer version is f3.5 G lens, thou it is more compact and cheaper, but many still prefer to use the old f2.8~4 version.
if you use it on a DSLR, the range is nor here or there, that the reason I sold it off when I switch to digital.
anyway, if range is not an issue, I would rather get a 35~70f2.8 for better optical quality.
the newer version is f3.5 G lens, thou it is more compact and cheaper, but many still prefer to use the old f2.8~4 version.
if you use it on a DSLR, the range is nor here or there, that the reason I sold it off when I switch to digital.
anyway, if range is not an issue, I would rather get a 35~70f2.8 for better optical quality.
Kimura_papaya
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just got my 24-85 f2.8, tested the 24mm range at f2.8, looking quite sharp.
however, the 85mm end a bit dissapointed..it gives f4 the lowest F stop.
tried out the macro function, seem not bad huh..can focus to a very close zoom range like 5 cms.
:thumbsup:just got my 24-85 f2.8, tested the 24mm range at f2.8, looking quite sharp.
however, the 85mm end a bit dissapointed..it gives f4 the lowest F stop.
tried out the macro function, seem not bad huh..can focus to a very close zoom range like 5 cms.
but i thought u shud already know before buy that at 85mm the max is f4 ? no?
Kimura_papaya
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Kimura_papaya
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friend went to hongkong, get him to bought for me. about 800plus. japanese version. made in jap
psychobiologist
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wah.. i sold my mint optic copy back then for $400 only
actually i feel the max aperture at 85mm seems to be a bit faster than f4, was an opinion but didnt get to test it out. that was because i was using a 2x TC for macro stuff and the autofocus was still able to catch and lock.. a little softer on the long end though
any pics from d700+ this lens to share?
Kimura_papaya
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wah.. i sold my mint optic copy back then for $400 only
actually i feel the max aperture at 85mm seems to be a bit faster than f4, was an opinion but didnt get to test it out. that was because i was using a 2x TC for macro stuff and the autofocus was still able to catch and lock.. a little softer on the long end though
any pics from d700+ this lens to share?
tat seem too low...another guy offer me at 680 used copy. another guy again offer me one new copy at 850.
the piece i got is a japanese made version, so i think is worth the $$
Kimura_papaya
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QC is quarantee betta, look at now china made, thailand made, quality assurance sometime cant pakai at all.
i compare many product before, japanese has a long history of good production QC practise...most high end lens in nikon are made in SEnDai japan plant, so i think the quality is assure, optically is better.
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psychobiologist
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not too sure if there's any china made version of this lens, all that i've came across is made in japan.
my warranty card was stamped by shriro singapore.. :bsmilie:
share more test shots leh
Kimura_papaya
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not too sure if there's any china made version of this lens, all that i've came across is made in japan.
my warranty card was stamped by shriro singapore.. :bsmilie:
share more test shots leh
sure i will do that soon, i still havent master well the macro function in this lens, indeed it is useful.
i used it in studio shoot, but find that my 50mm prime lens seem focus faster.
psychobiologist
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are you using the focus limiter already? if you are using the focus limiter i think this lens focusses real quick..
Kimura_papaya
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i am abit curious now about the after market second hand value for slightl minty condition 24-85mm f2.8 going to cost? can anyone suggest?
somebody told the value drop to 500 which make my jaws drop!
Kimura_papaya
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some picture of recent tested shots in studio..the 50mm range,which in DSLR range = 85mm seem sharper than i expected. clear enough.
Big Kahuna
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If you are budget concious, why not take a look at Tamron 28-75...this is f2.8 lens and will not burn a hole in your pocket? I think you can get quite a good deal in buy and sell corner :thumbsup:
http://www.tamron.com/lenses/prod/2875mm.asp
http://www.tamron.com/lenses/prod/2875mm.asp
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