robert_thommes1

November 29, 2014

From what I understand the Sony a6000 does decent action shooting. But are there any others that qualify?

November 28, 2014

Does anyone make a lens adapter for the Sony a6000 allowing for the use of Canon EF or EF-S lenses (in auto focus)? How about just in manual focus? I'm a Canon user thinking of reducing my gear to a Sony a6000, and it would be nice if I could use at least a couple of my Canon lenses. Thanks

October 6, 2014

I was aware of the reviews. But sometimes real users have different thoughts. Apparently not on this issue, however.

Thanks,

Bob

October 6, 2014

That is, over the T2i? Other than the flip LCD, does the T3i really have any advantages over the T2i?

Comments please.

Bob

September 29, 2014

I appreciate the responses. As a result, I feel I would be best off in simply not persuing this option at this time. Cropping may be MY best option until I feel the real need to possibly purchase a lens with a longer focal length.

Thanks again,

Bob

September 27, 2014

In researching the use of a 1.4X TC on my Canon 70-300 "L" lens connected to my Canon T2i, I've been getting mixed responses. So I ask, does anyone here know definitively if a 1.4X TC (probably either the Kenko or Tamron; as the Canon TCs do NOT work)will retain AF connectivity when placed between my Canon 70-300mm "L" lens and my T2i Digital Rebel?

If it will, what sort of IQ defficiency might I anticipate?

Thanks

May 13, 2014

I have a chance to finally purchase an "L" lens, and have narrowed the possibility down to 3 such lenses.

I have personal reasons as to why any of these 3 would work well for me. But I want to know the general consensus as to which you feel will/can deliver the best Image Quality of the 3.

#1 Canon 70-200 f4 IS USM

#2 Canon 70-300 IS "L" USM

#3 Canon 100-400 IS "L"

Based on a lot of research on review sites, I'm thinking that either this order (as I have listed it) is about right, or #2, #1, #3. But is #3 really the weakest? I'm well aware of the pros and cons of each lens's focal lengths and how they can best be utilized. I'm simply asking your opinions on the quality of the image.

Thanks

March 3, 2014

Bob,

I guess that's the response I was expecting (about the TC use), and hoping for (the use of my SX50).

Several years ago when we went there I used a SX20. I just tried to download those images from my CD/DVD, and couldn't do it. I wanted to see how those images worked out. Got a message " No new pictures or videos were found on this device".....the device being my disc. I know that they're on the disc.

March 3, 2014

I understand that using a 2X teleconverter on my Canon 70-200 f4 IS USM will disable any hopes of using AF. And...will also give me a max. aperture of f8. I can probably live with the f8; as most shooting (Yellowstone) will be in daylight. Will my T2i still offer the white dot or beep MF shooting assist aid? And just how practical is this combo in the field anyway? I'm trying to extend my range with a minimum of expense. No way I can afford the lens that I'd really like, and I'd prefer not to rent(but could). I once used a 1.4X TC on this lens, but was unimpressed with the mere additional 80mm that it gave me; though the IQ results were good. Using a 2X TC and getting me out to 400mm would be ideal. But is it practical?

And how much IQ will be depreciated? And if a good idea, which specific TC would be your recommendation.

I also have a 55-250 STM lens, and a Canon SX50. Would these be better options than the 2X TC on the DSLR lens?

Thanks for helping out.

February 28, 2014

I's like your advice as to the lenses you'd suggest for an upcoming road trip to the Oregon/Washington Pacific Coast. I'd like to get by with the least amount of gear (specifically lenses) to have the majority of my photographic bases covered. We have not been there before. For what it's worth, I currently shoot with a Canon T2i, but also have a Canon SX50HS super-zoom, and recently purchased a Canon EOS-M (with 18-55mm and 22mm lenses).

On the trip home we will be stopping in Grand Tetons and Yellowstone for a couple days as well.

Thanks.

February 26, 2014

I realize that this is an old lens now. But I also occasionally hear that it's still very much worthy of it's "L" reputation. I'm looking for a good zoom lens in this range and have found a couple of these very lenses in a local camera shop, rated around "E" or "E+" for a very reasonable amount. I've also seen samples on Pbase taken with this lens( with much more current cameras), and they look stunning. I shoot with a T2i. What can I expect from this lens and this camera? Is the older "L" technology now a dated thing? Is it something I should avoid at all costs? Or would this lens do just fine for me today?

Thanks.

January 24, 2014

Dave,

I shoot with a Canon T2i. My concerns are being able to shoot puffins, and especially seals along the northern coast of Oregon. Since this will be our first trip to the Pacific Northwest, I have no idea how close we will be able to get to these subjects. So that's why I just mentioned the 100-400mm lens as a possible half-way decent length for the job. I would be delighted to hear that one can get close enough that, with some care, my 70-200mm lens will do the job. I would rather NOT part with my lens, if I can get the shots I want WITH it.

January 24, 2014

I too, value the benefits of my 70-200/4 lens. And it's for those values that parting with it to secure a longer zoom is a difficult decision. If I felt that I "really" had to go longer, I could always just rent one. But it all boils down to just how often such a tele (100-400mm) would be needed.

Thanks to all for your comments.

Bob

January 23, 2014

Thanks, Les. I understand what you're saying. Yet, I'd like to keep the conversation strictly between these 2 lenses. I do understand that other options exist, however. I'm looking towards a trip down the Oregon coast, and felt a longer (than 200mm) lens might be of benefit for "some" opportunities. I understand that seals and puffins exist in some areas there. Yet, I like my 70-200. It's a very wonderful lens. Yet an opportunity exists where I "could" trade it for a nice used 100-400mm lens... right now. So if the cropped image of my lens is even close to the uncropped image of the longer zoom, I'd likely opt to keep my 70-200mm lens and do the cropping.

January 23, 2014

I currently own a Canon 70-200 f4 IS USM, but have an interest in trading it in for the longer reach of the Canon 100-400 "L' lens. But before I would do so, I'd like to know just how a cropped image taken with the shorter zoom would compare with an uncropped image taken with the longer lens. I could even utilize a top-notch 1.4X TC with the shorter zoom to help reach the 400mm with less cropping.

So, for the sake of a simplified comparison, how would the IQ compare of an image taken at 400mm with the 100-400mm lens versus that same image taken with the 70-200 f4 lens without (and even with) a 1.4X Canon TC attached to the 70-200 lens.....at the very same finished size.

Need some opinions before ditching a lens that has served me well for a longer reach which I just might be able to get with some careful cropping...and not have to part with my 70-200mm.

Thank you.

October 30, 2013

Thanks so much, Jay and Rob as well.

You guys have given me the basics that I need for this venture.

Jay. I already purchased one of those Vello sync cords. So I'm good there.

I assume the suggestion to use "Av" is to help/control DOF?

The only remaining concern is this. I will only have the camera's review capabilities to see my results on the LCD screen when on the location. Won't be able to reshoot any of this again, once finished with this shoot. This concerns me a little bit; as I'm not always trusting of what I see from the LCD's review images. But, I'm guessing I'll just need to do the best that I can.

I also have a Canon SX50 camera. Would this be a camera I should consider for this shoot?Would my 420EX work much the same way on the superzoom as on the T2i? Or should I apruptly get that thought out of my mind.

Thanks again to all 3 of you. You have been a great help.....and delivered the info in terms I can understand.

October 30, 2013

Thanks Andy.

Just a couple of clarifications. Where is the "Wireless Selector Switch"? And where do I find out what my "maximum sync speed" is?

I'm a real novice about all this.

Bob

October 30, 2013

I need to know the very most BASIC user's instructions for my 420EX flash. I have never used any shoe-mounted flash before...at all.

So I'm looking for some basic settings to at least get me started for indoor shooting, but even more importantly, for outdoor fill flash usage. I shoot with a T2i camera and plan to use both a 50 1.8, and 70-200 f4 IS lens. I will use a flash bracket as well.

I understand that you will not be able to give me detailed instructions(and I really don't have time to learn those)because the ambient light (especially for the outdoor shots....which are the more important ones for me)differs by the locales. So just a couple general settings that might get me OK shots is all I'm asking for right now.

I've got myself in a bit of a bind, and only have VERY little time to experiment before I must take the pictures. Not the ideal situation, but one that I'm stuck with.

Thank you sooooo very much for helping me out.

January 21, 2013

Thanks, Bob. That the sort of thing I need to hear.

January 20, 2013

JC,

Liked your comments. And I would like to dump my DSLR gear if it weren't for the ability of that gear (only) to capture my grandkid's hockey games. Doesn't seem as though there are any other options able to deal with with those photo situations as well as they (DSLRs) can, yet.

Thanks for contributing.

January 20, 2013

Thanks for the comments, suggestions, and your personal opinions. Since posting this, I'm starting to see more clearly just how important convenience might be in all this. And the superzoom is the more convenient tool; with no decisions to be made...like which lens to mount, which ILC to even take, etc. I still have the DSLR for the shots that really matter. For a guy who occasionally gets on a binge of attempting to reduce the amount of gear, adding the Oly gear would be a move in the wrong direction. The only counter comment for me might be that I have frequent thoughts of maybe eventually acquiring m4/3rds gear as my main gear to replace the DSLR gear. For that reason, this might be a golden opportunity.

O, and I have a small pocket-sized Canon when size and occasion dictate it's use. It has a 14X zoom lens in it. (Canon SX230)

NOTE: (Aside from the subject at hand, I can't help but ask why a few of you are so upset by my asking similar questions. The "policeforce" on these forums is intense. Either don't respond to my questions or consider my somewhat repeated questions of value to any new readers with similar interests.)

January 19, 2013

Good thinking. I must admit that two "sets" of gear might make life more complex than it is.

January 19, 2013

Thanks, Lex. That's the sort of response that I'm looking for.

Hector, I visited the "here" site. It's not at all the same question that I'm asking here. For one thing, I'm not intending to scrape my DSLR gear at all right now.

January 19, 2013

I don't even recall asking this before. But if I did, what was the summary of responses?

January 19, 2013

I'm really torn by a trade offer made to me recently, and could use your feedback to help me with a decision.

I'm trying to figure out just which camera (and system) would be best for me. Specifically, it's between a Canon SX50 HS (50X optical zoom) OR am Olympus E-PL2 with the kit 14-42mm lens and a 45-150mm lens.

Points to consider: image quality, zoom length, quality of the Oly lenses (both being merely consumer-grade), Lens changing(E-PL2), use of LCD (E-PL2) vs. EVF (Canon), convenience of a one-piece camera (Canon) vs. interchangable lenses (Oly). Then, keep in mind that I currently have a Canon DSLR and a few good lenses.

Ultimately the decision is mine. I understand that. But I'd still like to know what YOU would do in my shoes. And/or what other questions I should be asking myself.

Finally, if it's really a NO CONTEST, because one of these cameras (systems) is so totally superior over the other, let me know.

Thanks for your feedback.

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