enzeru21
New Member
ya thats why i say i don't find myself in those situations.. cos i'm a guy that likes to be outdoor more than indoor.. so i don't find it a constraint as much as others... which is why i'm happy with it..
EF 24-105 f/4 vs EF-S 17-55 f/2.8
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ya thats why i say i don't find myself in those situations.. cos i'm a guy that likes to be outdoor more than indoor.. so i don't find it a constraint as much as others... which is why i'm happy with it..
Halfmoon
Senior Member
Well... as long as it suits you... for me.... I think I more indoor, so I have a preference for more shorter range.....
24 F2.8 will not be necessary if I am getting 17-55 F2.8, so the 28mm F1.8 will make more senses. Anyway I think I will go with the 17-55 F2.8 because I will be exploring video capturing on 60D and IS is a good feature for it.....then F2.8 can allow me to do some arty farty stuffs.....
This is a painful purchase, save so long then suddenly showhand!!! Wonder can submit my name to Canon to ban me from buying in the future....just like the practice in casinos @ IRs.....:bsmilie:
enzeru21
New Member
24 F2.8 will not be necessary if I am getting 17-55 F2.8, so the 28mm F1.8 will make more senses. Anyway I think I will go with the 17-55 F2.8 because I will be exploring video capturing on 60D and IS is a good feature for it.....then F2.8 can allow me to do some arty farty stuffs.....
This is a painful purchase, save so long then suddenly showhand!!! Wonder can submit my name to Canon to ban me from buying in the future....just like the practice in casinos @ IRs.....:bsmilie:
haha, you just have to know what you want and stick to it.. no point buying lens all over the place
Halfmoon
Senior Member
24 F2.8 will not be necessary if I am getting 17-55 F2.8, so the 28mm F1.8 will make more senses. Anyway I think I will go with the 17-55 F2.8 because I will be exploring video capturing on 60D and IS is a good feature for it.....then F2.8 can allow me to do some arty farty stuffs.....
This is a painful purchase, save so long then suddenly showhand!!! Wonder can submit my name to Canon to ban me from buying in the future....just like the practice in casinos @ IRs.....:bsmilie:
It is your choice.....
Just bear and bite the bullet.........
raydio
Senior Member
24 F2.8 will not be necessary if I am getting 17-55 F2.8, so the 28mm F1.8 will make more senses. Anyway I think I will go with the 17-55 F2.8 because I will be exploring video capturing on 60D and IS is a good feature for it.....then F2.8 can allow me to do some arty farty stuffs.....
This is a painful purchase, save so long then suddenly showhand!!! Wonder can submit my name to Canon to ban me from buying in the future....just like the practice in casinos @ IRs.....:bsmilie:
A good decision! The 17-55 f/2.8 IS will not let you down. It is a very good lens!
raydio
Senior Member
Halfmoon
Senior Member
... and I always thought "L" stood for Light!;p
It is L = light.... for your wallet.... :bsmilie::bsmilie:
Just to follow up with my findings after getting the 60D paired with the 17-55 F2.8
60D + EF-S 17-55 F2.8
VS
400D + EF-S 17-55 F2.8
The difference in focusing speed is marginal and can be equally fast when the lighting condition is good. Under low light, the 400D will tend to search more. When using the 9AF points on 60D, focusing tend to slow down slightly as it maybe hunting for a general focus. The single center AF spot is fast with focusing.
EF-S 17-55 F2.8 is generally a very good lens that provides speed with good IQ. If this is designed for FF, I think it should belong to the L series.
60D + EF-S 17-55 F2.8
VS
400D + EF-S 17-55 F2.8
The difference in focusing speed is marginal and can be equally fast when the lighting condition is good. Under low light, the 400D will tend to search more. When using the 9AF points on 60D, focusing tend to slow down slightly as it maybe hunting for a general focus. The single center AF spot is fast with focusing.
EF-S 17-55 F2.8 is generally a very good lens that provides speed with good IQ. If this is designed for FF, I think it should belong to the L series.
Halfmoon
Senior Member
Bro... where you get your cam and lens??? What was your cost???
I got it from Alan Photo @ Funan, body is $1418 and the lens is $1550
Initially I was thinking of going to Cathay to buy the body via installment, difference will be $65 from Cash Payment. Then my wife just ask me to empty my pocket and pay full, no point paying installment when I have to full sum available to pay. But now....I am having a very empty pocket and feeling so insecure about it....looking forward to my pay day!!!
I went to Cathay before Alan, the sales reps give different pricing....if you want to try cathay, better ask for E-Quote 1st to get the best price. I got an E-quote from them but forgotten to bring, so hard to negotiate and they mark up another $50+. So I just walk away....
At Alan, I was entertained by a Mr Cool who was thinking that I am just doing window shopping so not willing to let me test the lens on the 60D body....a bit pissed lah. Then after hearing the price is right for me, I just tell him that I will get the body and lens...then the service was slightly better and willing to answer my questions about equipments.....
I think some CSers did mentioned about this Mr Cool before...
lovewrecker
New Member
is 7D a ff cam>?
Nope...its cropped sensor with 1.6x!!! You looked lost with the posting everywhere...need help?:think:
Only 5D and one of the 1D are FF.
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lovewrecker
New Member
thanks... nola... i cant get useful opinions... whether to get which lens
jsprtan
New Member
What you want to achieve? You have to know....
Even in life, you will need to define your ambition before selecting the right course right?
Think properly.....buying for skill, needs or desire?
1Ds
Ahhh...thanks for adding in !!!
Halfmoon
Senior Member
A lot of bro here have already given you feedbacks, but seem like you still cannot decide...
So I suggest that you should just stick to what you have and shoot more till you know what to buy......
Halfmoon
Senior Member
I have not gone to Cathy website for a while... time to disturb them... their prices are not really competitive... but if use installment, their competitiveness is there... One thing I like is CP have good service, and the shop is bright and you can test the lens properly....
Mr Cool.... I thought AP was not a good shop to buy from??? Anyway... I think it is ok, as long as you get a good deal....
So now, the hunt for camera is over... the hunt for subjects has just began!!!! ;p
driveanegg
Senior Member
Have fun !!!
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