pc1 Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 it used to be my 24-85mm F3.5-4.5,it used to live in my EOS 1,now i got the 50mm F1.8 II, this one now lives with my EOS 5,but i always have the 100-300mm USM F4.5-5.6 with my EOS 5 gear,and the 100mm USM F2 and 550 EX with my EOS 1 gear.my favorite now is my newly purchased 50mm F1.8 MK II,its just incredible. you should buy one too,if u dont have it yet.. pc P.S. i shoot almost anything interesting ,people ,,birds,diff.animals,cars,landscape,,etc. so long as my eyes like em.never sold any photos,but have gotten paid very well doing numerous wedding ceremonies thru the years.still can't call myself pro yet tho. cheers,,,pc EOS 5 and the new 50mm 1.8 MK II, AV mode,F5.6,flash sync 1/200,9built in flash),fuji superia 400,,of my sisters pet,taken two nights ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pc1 Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 forgive me for the double posting,just an ignoramus with computers..pc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_ngo1 Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 I do a combination of travel and street photography. Though I've spent a big chunk of change on a Canon 70-200 f/2.8L, I have to say that the most important lens in my bag, that I will always have with me, is my 28-135 IS. When I have to leave the bag behind, this is the lens I choose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oubliete Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 My Canon 300mm F4L. I a lot of bird pictures. Coupled with a 1.4TC and its perfect for this use, IMHO. For a 2nd choice I'd have to say Canon 50mm 1.8 MkII. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canon man Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 Someonw was kind enough to point out to me that the 70-200 does not have a flourite element but has 4 UD elments in it. So I wish to make that correction to my post. I guess I have read so many descriptions of so many lenses they are starting to jumble bit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catchlight Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 As photographers we sure get attached to good glass, and always seem to want more. John Shaw calls it "lens lust".<p> On my D30, I value the Canon EF 50mm f1.4, because of its ability to capture <a href="http://www.rainbowtheatre.com/images/lesmis/lesmis_casta/battle.jpg">natural-looking theatre</a> and <a href="http://www.rainbowtheatre.com/rhythmgreen/2ndhalf/e_toddmeaghan.jpg">concert shots</a>, even under "coal mine at midnight" lighting conditions like the battle scene from Les Mis, and mixed stage lighting like the musicians.<p> On my EOS3, I like using the Canon EF 100mm macro USM, with tripod ring, because of its versatility as a closeup, portrait, and candid lens.<p> Any one of Canon's three 70-200mm L zooms is also a joy to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canon man Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 I like the reference to "lens size" made above. It reminds me of Phil Greenspuns 1n review where he refers to ametuers buying a 1N being in need of a penis enlargement. I always figured men with big members needed big lenses. I like my big...white...lens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_p._schorsch Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 I'd have to say that it's the 17-35 L but I'd like to trade it for a 16-35 someday. Probably my second best would be the 100mm 2.8 Macro. With the D60 it becomes a 160mm macro and is great for pulling in portraits as well as macro details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nthomas Posted February 25, 2003 Author Share Posted February 25, 2003 i did not contribute my answer when i asked the ? my only lens at this time is the 50 1.4 and it is great. very sharp and is light weight, i have used the 70-200 2.8 and it is very sharp also but a little heavy for me. but the 50 1.4 is great and im sure it will be my #1 until i get the 16-35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrick_morin___fallon__ne Posted February 26, 2003 Share Posted February 26, 2003 Without a doubt, if I could only keep one it would be the 50 1.4. I use it for landscapes, candids, event coverage (weddings, parties, etc.), and general use such as family outings. It is also great in low light because it is fast and somewhat short, therefore very easy to handhold. Having said that, my favorite lens to handle is the 200 2.8, because its build quality is top notch, AF is very fast and very quiet, & it is bright and sharp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oliver_s. Posted February 26, 2003 Share Posted February 26, 2003 Occasionally I use a photographic lens and camera to capture a view to share it with others, but that's only a tool. The lenses I reeeaaallly am fanatic about are my contacts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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