gerry_svarz Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 I just went through this same situation myself. I am using an EOS-3 and a 30D. I already had a 28-135 IS and I had to make a decision. I like to take photos at small venues of blues and rock bands so in many cases I can get get close to the stage. I opted for the 24-70 as I could use the extra stops since I do not like to use flash in these situations. It has worked out. However, I constantly have the 28-135 on my camera as my all around lens. It is a darn good lens and I have no qualms of using it whenever (maybe I have one of the good ones). Look over the type of situations you will be shooting. If you can get by with the higher stops go for the 24-105 otherwise the 24-70. The 24-70 is heavier, but the pics are great. As a thought, maybe get the 24-70 and pick up a used 28-135 for the "brighter" situations and you can have that extra reach in those situations. Best of luck in your decisions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mendel_leisk Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 I typically use my 24-70 when I need to get as close as possible. It's close focus is signif. better than the 24-105. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delwyn_ching Posted October 25, 2006 Share Posted October 25, 2006 I would take along a 24-105 4.0L IS plus the 50 f/1.4 or 50 f/1.8. The 50 is an excellent lens for portraits and low light work. The 24-105 is great for group shots and scenery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thierry nguyen cuu - nomad Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 If I could, i would have the whole collection of L lenses :) From the time i can not afford them all, i try to get to the limit of the one I already have. I have a 24-105 on a 30D and for the extra dollars, i got two 580EX so I can have the light when i need. But because I shoot indoor more than outdoor, and the flash don't give the same (wanted) effect, I consider to get a 24-70 and the extra stop. The 24-70 is twice the price of the 24-104, but il lets twice as much light through ... So if the price is not your primary concern, i'll highly recomend the 24-70 f2,8 Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mendel_leisk Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 "The 24-70 is twice the price of the 24-104, but il lets twice as much light through ... " Omega, are you talking about the Canon 24-105? If so, most retailers sell that and the 24-70 at about the same price. Typically, the 24-105 is a bit more, maybe $100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thierry nguyen cuu - nomad Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 You're right. I made a mistake about the price. I was obvisously comparing the price of the 16-35 f2.8 and the 17-40 f4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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