moshe1

The IS lenses are usually as fast or faster focusing than the non-IS, but they do make a sort of purring, clicking noise even after they focus. I find the noises rather strangely calming, sort of like holding a kitty.

Chris,

I'm not an expert on this, but there is a possibility that they found no problem with the shutter and want you to send the lens to see if it may be a problem with it.

 

Rob

"I've heard people say that once you go digital, you never go back to film".

 

In my case, I use both. I'm too old to give up film, but digital is here to stay. In a few years, when sensors become larger and at about 20 megs, film as we know it, may be on it's way out.

I heard a rumor on another forum that a new 1v is in the works with eye control focus, but no other changes.

You'll either have to have the camera repaired or buy another new or used. I would not reccomend using canned air to clean a camera, use a hand blower instead.

I would have to say the 50 f1.4 has better bokeh

Kiev Camera is offering Hasselblad film backs made by Kiev. Has

anyone tried these.

I went to a Camera store in a nearby large city. They are a national company with several store names, that they have aquired. I wanted to look at a Canon 70-200 f2.8, which they apparently did not stock. The salesman recomended a Quantaray at a ridicoulous price and told me the lens was equal to the Canon in quality and as good as many Canon primes. Now I order from B&H exclusivly after doing my own research. I don't trust these clowns who'll lie to make a sale.

I recently purchased a Hasselblad 500 C/M for $850 from a private

party. The camera body code indicates it's a 1974 model. The film

back code is 1982. The lens is silver, and is possibly older, SN

4203XXX? There are no dings or other marks on the camera, back or

lens except for some minor indications of finish-wear on the

corners. The camera functions perfectly. The previous owner

purchased the camera in 1999 and had it completely serviced (cleaned,

lubricated and tested) for a cost of almost $300. He included the

service invoice from a reputable Portland, Oregon camera repair

facility. He also included a Sun-Dog camera case and manual with the

purchase. Is this an acceptable price for this camera.

 

I had originally considered buying a Kiev, but became reluctant after

reading some posts about mechanical problems. I think I may buy a

Kiev Prism and magnifying hood or perhaps a polaroid back.

They'll work fine. However take care if you are going to take shots of a billabong under the shade of a kooliba tree, that a swag man wont get in the way. If he does tip over his billy boil and take away his waltzing matilda. Have a good day mate.

There is a $40 Canon rebate on the 70-200 f4. It's an incredible buy for a top quality lens. By the way, I buy from B&H and I know that their reputation is solid. They have great customer service and will always treat you fairly. If you check with other forums and other photographers, you will find the majority deal with B&H or Adorama.

I recently switched to Canon autofocus. I chose Canon and the EOS 1v because of the lenses and the system, not just the camera body. I handled both the F-5 and the 1-v and frankly I liked them both, but I liked the 1-v better, mainly because I could detach the power pack and have a camera roughly the same size as the Nikon F-100. I recently bought the 70-200 f2.8, IS lens. WOW. I think getting the 1-v was worth it simply because of this incredible lens!!

Check these lenses out here, http://www.cmpsolv.com/cgi-bin/output2.cgi

(http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/lenses/400v400.shtml) might be of some help

I like both. Primes are generally sharper, although many of the "L" zooms are hard to beat. However primes are lighter, and that's why I will often leave the 50 f1.4 on my 1v as the primary lens. And how can you beat the 100 macro, 85, 100, and 135 f2s for portraits and head shots. I'm sure I,ll be getting the new 24-70 f2.8, but I'll still have a special place in my bag for the primes.

I couldn't wait, I just ordered the IS from B&H..!!

I'm not sure about the Sigma f1.8, but I know that the Canon F1.8 is not as good as the f2.8.

Thanks for the responses. I really want the IS version, because of the IS but also because of the weather seals. I have the EOS 1-v and I plan to use the camera and lenses, including the new 24-70 f2.8 for snowmobile action shots where handheld and weather seals are both important.

I'm considering buying the 70-200 f2.8 IS lens, but have heard that

it is not as sharp as the non-IS version. Have any of you had any

personal experiences with these lenses or seen any tests that verify

any differences. I'm aware that several tests of the 300 f4 IS have

shown that it is opticially inferior to the non-IS version.

(http://www.cmpsolv.com/cgi-bin/output2.cgi)

 

lens tests are quite comprehensive.

Canon wides: 20-35 F2.8 Excellent.

17-35 F2.8, 16-35 F2.8, 20 F2.8, 24 F2.8, 28 F2.8 and 35 F 2, all very good.

20-35 F3.5-4.5, good.

They also list focusing speed and build quality.

Try KEH Camera Brokers http://www.keh.com/hmpg/index.cfm.

According to http://www.cmpsolv.com/cgi-bin/output2.cgi, the 17-35 has a slight edge over the 16-35, and a much better price. They're still available new at B&H.

The 28-70 will most likely be discontinued. I'ts apparently a fine lens and Canon is offering a $100 rebate. I too am waiting to see how the new 24-70 stacks up. I'm tempted because of the circular aperture and the weather sealing, as I do a lot of shooting in damp (Olympic National Park) climate. However, if it isn't at least as good opticially as the 28-70, I'll get the old one. Hopefully we'll know the optical results before the rebate expires.

Todd, this is the best link on this lens that I've found so far .

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0209/02092906canonef2470l.asp