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 worstnamepossible
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<Reply # 460 on 4/29/2008 4:08 AM >
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What do you guys think of the Canon EF-S 17-85mm?
I'm looking for a replacement for the kit EF-S 18-55mm (I broke my auto-focus), and trying to keep the price under $500 if at all possible.
Any suggestions for a standard zoom for a Digital Rebel XTi?
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A bit late to the thread but, if you haven't bought anything yet, why not go after the new IS kit. I just bought mine today, it hasn't come so I can't personally tell you my experience but I've only heard great things about it. It is outstandingly sharp, moreso than the 17-85(at least on the wide end and when not stopped down). From what I gathered from the bit of research I made the image quality of the the 18-55 IS is actually better in quite a few respects though I don't know about color and contrast since no reviewers ever comment on it. It also costs, at worst, half of the 17-85. The IS kit however does have worse build quality however and it's focusing isn't as good being a micro motor vs. the ring usm on the 17-85. It'd be fine for UE though since you don't need a super fast focus.
Alternatively, over the 17-85, you could get a Tamron 17-50 F/2.8 which is a superb performer and very fast. It however doesn't have IS which could hurt for UE.
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spacewil
    
Location: Paris, France
Gender: Male
| |  | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 461 on 4/30/2008 9:30 PM >
| | | | Hi All,
Has anyone tested the Sigma DP1 yet ?
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pezking4
  
Location: Raleigh, NC
Gender: Male
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 462 on 4/30/2008 9:38 PM >
| | | | Posted by worstnamepossible
Alternatively, over the 17-85, you could get a Tamron 17-50 F/2.8 which is a superb performer and very fast. It however doesn't have IS which could hurt for UE.
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the 17-50 is great for UE. I take a fast lens over IS any day because I'm using a tripod almost all the time anyways.
I become capability. I become the horror. What we know we can become only in our heart of darkness. It's my gift. It's my curse. |
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tclemmer77
Location: Perkasie, PA
Gender: Female
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 463 on 5/2/2008 9:49 PM >
| | | | I've been using a Canon 40D and I'm really happy with it!
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Ram23
Location: Cincinnati, OH and/or Queens, NY
Gender: Male
| |  | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 464 on 5/2/2008 10:38 PM >
| | | | Posted by worstnamepossible
A bit late to the thread but, if you haven't bought anything yet, why not go after the new IS kit. I just bought mine today, it hasn't come so I can't personally tell you my experience but I've only heard great things about it. It is outstandingly sharp, moreso than the 17-85(at least on the wide end and when not stopped down). From what I gathered from the bit of research I made the image quality of the the 18-55 IS is actually better in quite a few respects though I don't know about color and contrast since no reviewers ever comment on it. It also costs, at worst, half of the 17-85. The IS kit however does have worse build quality however and it's focusing isn't as good being a micro motor vs. the ring usm on the 17-85. It'd be fine for UE though since you don't need a super fast focus.
Alternatively, over the 17-85, you could get a Tamron 17-50 F/2.8 which is a superb performer and very fast. It however doesn't have IS which could hurt for UE.
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I already picked up the 17-40 f/4L, and thanks to George Bush will be getting most of the cash I spent on it back!
I'm very, very happy with it so far. I haven't been able to do any UE shots yet, but I've taken it to a few sites for school and it's been amazing so far. I don't have anything but the stock lens to compare it to, though.
Cincinnati UE Photos: http://zfein.com/photography |
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TheReference
Location: Newburgh, NY
Gender: Male
I'm known for finding THE needle in A haystack- but don't "patron-ize" me
| | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 465 on 5/6/2008 2:41 PM >
| | | | Posted by starberries
I'm stoked for you if you choose to buy this camera. It does offer you all of the typical settings and scene selections that are on most Canon cameras (and I assume they are also the identical settings offered on the Rebel xts). The only difference is the lens. That being said, though, I can't promise that it would be equally wonderful as a more expensive camera with a more expensive lens, but it surely offers you the range and flexibility to learn some of the more advanced techniques and try your hand at good quality photography without the price tag.
I recently started only using the manual settings on my camera, to practice if I should choose to ever upgrade to a DSLR when I start my photojournalism classes, and I can honestly say that I fell in love with the camera all over again once I started doing that. Yes, you can do the artistic things that you mentioned - to answer your question!
You can also buy the lens adapter that it offers, and they offer a basic wide angle lens, telephoto lens (farther away shots), and macro lens (close-up shots) for a fairly low price. Trust me, you really can do anything with this camera! I wouldn't use it myself if it weren't the case.
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Thanks for your response. Believe it or not- I DISLIKED the PowerShot S5 IS. If the camera does not feel comfortable in my right hand OR (in this case) there is / are a button(s) located where my thumb would rest, then this is an automatic rejection of the camera. Also there is is NOT a REAL manual focus on the lens, since the lens is button controlled. I had the same problem with the Olympus Evolt E-410, a relatively inexpensive 10 MP Digital SLR. I am now seriously considering a particular digital SLR-like camera. I just want to re-try the now discontinued Sony Alpha DSLR A100K. I just cannot believe how much Sony charges for accessories!
I'm straight, but I support every person's pursuit of human rights- including legalization of same-sex marriage.
"Life is a series of surprises, and would not be worth taking or keeping if it were not." Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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sYnOnYx
Location: Las Vegas , NV
Gender: Male
what happens here, doesnt stay here.
| |  | | | Need opinions.
<Reply # 466 on 5/10/2008 7:06 PM >
| | | | Alright guys ,
Its time for me to get a new camera...
It can be used or new.
Looking for something with a bulb feature , i want to get in to a UE lightpainting style. really just want to experiment with it.
Im currently looking at a film rebel 2000.
I need something with a 30sec-1min exposure time aka bulb feature.
It can be digital too. just not looking to spend alot of just an experiment.
thanks !
My Ongoing Blog: :http://www.realismphotography.com/ |
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piplnr65656
Location: World Wide
Gender: Male
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 467 on 5/12/2008 12:05 AM >
| | | | Posted by stigofthedump
Just grab yourself a Canon G9. I got one and have fallen in love with it.
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Ditto
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insainly sound
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Female
How'd we get here, and how are we getting out of here?!
| | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 468 on 5/13/2008 12:24 AM >
| | | | Posted by sYnOnYx
Alright guys ,
Its time for me to get a new camera...
It can be used or new.
Looking for something with a bulb feature , i want to get in to a UE lightpainting style. really just want to experiment with it.
Im currently looking at a film rebel 2000.
I need something with a 30sec-1min exposure time aka bulb feature.
It can be digital too. just not looking to spend alot of just an experiment.
thanks !
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Used Nikon D70, great camera and if you keep your exposures under a minute then you don't have to run noise reduction. The problem with film and lightpainting is it will take you longer to learn because your not able to see your results easily. It also makes it harder to remember, and impossible to recall what you did and what you didn't like. Where as with a digital you can go back and look at your EXIF data and figure out how your shot the shot. I think what I'm saying look at a DSLR or a high level point and shoot it will allow you to learn lightpainting sooner. I say Nikon D70 because I have it and get really nice results, but a new Canon Rebel XT runs you about what the used D70/D70s runs you.... Says something about the quality of the two cameras...
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telefontubbie
Location: Latvia, Riga
Gender: Female
"No Trespassing" - It's an invitation!
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 469 on 5/18/2008 5:08 AM >
| | | | Now I have this one : http://www.digital...lt.asp?newsID=3133
Is it good for absolute beginner like me?
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insainly sound
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Female
How'd we get here, and how are we getting out of here?!
| | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 470 on 5/19/2008 3:53 PM >
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That is supposed to be one of the best if not the best point and shoot cameras out there! Awesome glass... Probably the P&S I'd buy.. My only advice would be learn to use it inside and out. I'm not sure what your planning on taking (day shots or night shots), but the less time you spend screwing with your camera in an abandoned the more time you spend exploring ;)
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baleze
Location: Montreal
Gender: Male
I don't really hate children. I just can't finish a whole one.
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 471 on 5/26/2008 9:58 PM >
| | | | Hey, I'm plugging this here in case someone's interested. I'm selling my Canon 10D digital body + its grip and extra stuff for 400$. Details here:
http://www.uer.ca/...d=1&threadid=55822
A very good kit for its price, and fairly easy to sell when you'll switch for something else without loosing much money in the process.
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SkaSkank
Location: North East
Gender: Male
You can't wait for inspiration, you have to go after it with a club.
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 472 on 5/31/2008 12:27 AM >
| | | | Picked up a Canon Digital Rebel XT a few weeks ago. I really enjoy shooting with it, but the kit lens is very soft.
I was wondering if any of you could recommend any cost effective lenses that you've had success with.
Thanks.
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Stewie
 
Location: Hamilton, Ontario
Gender: Male
kill your idols
| | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 474 on 6/1/2008 5:34 AM >
| | | | Posted by SkaSkank
Picked up a Canon Digital Rebel XT a few weeks ago. I really enjoy shooting with it, but the kit lens is very soft.
I was wondering if any of you could recommend any cost effective lenses that you've had success with.
Thanks.
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Canon 17-40mm f/4L. It's sharp. It's fairly wide on a full frame body.
Shot on my Rebel XT with the aforementioned lens at 100iso, f/8.
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sYnOnYx
Location: Las Vegas , NV
Gender: Male
what happens here, doesnt stay here.
| | | | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 475 on 6/10/2008 6:01 PM >
| | | | i Paid $30 on ebay for a eos rebel 2000 w/ lens , battery pack and remote shutter control.
It has a bulb feature , so hopefully ill get to start learning some lightpainting techniques soon , and if i get into it, then ill purchase a digital rebel.
My Ongoing Blog: :http://www.realismphotography.com/ |
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Neophile
Location: Chicago, IL
Gender: Female
She dreams in digital.
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 476 on 6/11/2008 12:12 PM >
| | | | I just bought a Nikon D80 with a Nikkor 18-200mm VR lens. From what I read of the lens it sounds like a pretty good all-around solution. My hope is that this lens can take pretty good low-light pictures as well as good ones under normal conditions. Does anyone happen to know how well this lens works with low light?
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yokes
Location: Toronto
Gender: Male
I aim to misbehave
| | | | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 477 on 6/11/2008 12:18 PM >
| | | | Works just fine on a tripod.
"Great architecture has only two natural enemies: water and stupid men." - Richard Nickel |
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Neophile
Location: Chicago, IL
Gender: Female
She dreams in digital.
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 478 on 6/11/2008 4:46 PM >
| | | | Thanks. Does it do well without a tripod? I was hoping that the VR would significantly reduce the need for a tripod in all but extremely low-lit conditions.
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Audace
Gender: Male
| | Re: The Official "What camera to buy?" Thread
<Reply # 479 on 6/12/2008 2:15 AM >
| | | | I need a new compact (ish) point-and-shoot, and I'm looking at the Panasonic DMC-LX2. In Manual the shutter speed goes all the way down to 60 seconds (a lot for a point-and-shoot), so I'm interested, does anyone know how this camera performs in UE situations?
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