Lens Question...

[FahQ]

I'm considering buying this lens.. and was just curious if anybody had any thoughts/comments about it. I've read its a superb lens, but would be open minded if someone knew of one better for the 1K pricetag.

Thanks in advance!


Canon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Autofocus Lens

[futureimpaired]

Are you going to be using this exploring? Wide range zoom lenses are not exactly favorable for this type of photography. Though if you're intent on getting an expensive walk-around lens, go for the 24-70 instead. Its better, from everything I've read.

If you want a good lens for architecture/infrastructure/exploring, you can't go wrong with the 17-40. Its much cheaper, and you'll be much happier with it.

[Palehorse]

Are you going to be using this exploring? Wide range zoom lenses are not exactly favorable for this type of photography. Though if you're intent on getting an expensive walk-around lens, go for the 24-70 instead. Its better, from everything I've read.

If you want a good lens for architecture/infrastructure/exploring, you can't go wrong with the 17-40. Its much cheaper, and you'll be much happier with it.

Seconding the 24-70 f2.8

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ephoto_EF.html

[FahQ]

Well this isn't necessarily just for exploring. I'm looking to find a part-time gig and want a top notch lens in addition to just having a better lens in general. I'm still using the stock 18-55 fisher price lens, and I'm over it....

But this new lens would be for everything; family, events, exploring, work, sporting events, ect.

I was looking at the 24-70mm as well. 5 star rating across the board with 596 reviews, not bad. I'll definitely do some more research on it.

Thanks for the advice fellas!

[Dan]

I use this lens for all of my exploring and modeling and landscape and.... EVERYTHING.

A lil wider would be nice for UE but it makes up for it everywhere else.

[FahQ]

I use this lens for all of my exploring and modeling and landscape and.... EVERYTHING.

A lil wider would be nice for UE but it makes up for it everywhere else.

Which one? 24-70mm?

[Dan]

The one you asked about nancy... 24-105mm

[FahQ]

HAHA gotcha - I thought you were jumping on the bandwagon too, just wanted to clarify.

I like the versatility of the 24-105mm a little more, but I'll definitely compare the two and make a decision. Thanks for the input!

[Palehorse]

The more versatile, the less sharp.

I think having the additional aperture and option of better "bokeh" (I hate that word) trumps the additional range.

[futureimpaired]

The more versatile, the less sharp.

I think having the additional aperture and option of better "bokeh" (I hate that word) trumps the additional range.

Hands down. Zoom with your feet or put on a different lens.

[FahQ]

Hands down. Zoom with your feet or put on a different lens.

zoom with your feet...

Definitely makes much more sense man. Thanks again fellas!

[downside813]

I have the 24-105 - I am a big fan. I mostly shoot handheld, so the IS is a huge bonus.

[FahQ]

I've been on a bit of a photography hiatus lately, but ultimately I went with the 24-105mm.

Looking forward to putting it in action.