Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM Lens with or without tripod? Hello, U guys helped me when buying wide angle lens, hope U do the same great job in this case: pls tell me should I have to buy tripod when purchasing this lens?
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This is a wonderful lens, but its length, especially on a crop camera (Rebel, XXD, 7D), limits its versatility in low-light situations relative to shorter primes. Don't even consider using it for shutter speeds of less than 1/200 handheld. Unlike some other lenses, it is not very forgiving. Fortunately, most of the current Canon bodies allow you to crank up the ISO without losing too much quality. So, unless you're shooting in a brightly lit setting, expect to shoot at 800 ISO and higher. Of course, you can resort to a tripod in such situations.
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I know M= Mirrorless, however is there some sort of "Adapter or a Converter" to use this particular lens for Canon EF -EF-S Format EOS 70D or 6D , or 5D Mark lll ?, I saw this lens sold in a "Bundle Kit with 70D ! Thanks
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Does that lack of image stabilization in the 20 mm lens factor in against choosing it over the 14-45 lens? I think I'm all set to get the 20 mm lens after doing my research and reading these comments, but that was one area I was still questioning.
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I need help deciding on a new lens for my Canon XSi. I have the 18-55mm that came with it and also a Sigma 100-300. I use the camera for high school sports and need something that gets good close up pictures when I'm not close.ThanksCR
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If you need a pretty good wide angle try the Rokkinon 14mm. It has only manual focus. The 20-35 Canon is a good lens. I have both and they are good for a budget. thx
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Hi Pablo, I have a similar camera (and lens set). I have the GF5 with the X series (compact) 14mm-42mm and I recently got the x series 45mm-175mm. After a ton of reading all the reviews and comments and factoring price and everything (for me) I decided this was the best 2nd lens for me. That said, it is no good UNLESS one is 20+ feet away from what you basically want to shoot. When I take a group shot I have to switch back. I will say the 45x175 is a superb lens, but if you were going to mount one and leave the other home, you would really want the 14-140 (IMO). When I chose the 45-175 I figured why get a lens that was already a range of one I had but in practical use I now see the 14mm-140mm There were a few other factors, one was the price was significantly higher (I got my 45-175 for one hundred ninety two using "like new" on warehouse deals) the other was I really wanted a "X" series lens and the 14-140 is a "G" series only. Two other factors were the 14-140 was almost 8 years older and twice as heavy. I have a GF5 and LOVE how with the 45-175 mounted I can hold it like a soda can in one hand when not using it. I am sure the 14-140 is a great lens, and with the GH2 being a much bigger and heavier camera, I am not sure the increase weight would be an issue. Next time I get another lens my quandary may be similar to your, but it would be the 100-300 vs the very useable 14-140. I already get "Wow" comments with the 45-175 mounted on my tiny red GF5 camera. I can only imagine the comments the humongous 100-300 (zoomed out) would get. I do like how the 45-175 it totally internal and am a tad fearful of the 'zooming/slide' tube feature of the 100-300. I know they have to do it, but it's a tad scary. Overall I really think if you are going to REPLACE (meaning sell or no longer have access the 14-42mm lens) you should opt for the 14-140. That way you ONLY change if you want CRAZY zoom potential! Take care!
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I'm a hobbyist. I'd like to upgrade from the 28-135mm to the 24-105mm, but I'm afraid of spending this much and getting a lens that isn't a "good copy." I'm just not expert enough to know if a lens needs to be recalibrated or something. Is it best for someone like me to buy local and ask the camera store to evaluate the lens sharpness? Or buy from someone like B&H; and ask them to evaluate it before they ship it to me? I resell a lot of lenses, too, and I wouldn't want to resell it some day and have someone complain it wasn't sharp.
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not without an adapterwhy get a lighter body and still haul around heavy lenses? I now carry 2 e-m5 with a 3rd lens in my bag, I am ready for anything, with less weight than I was carrying with just one body and the bigger heavier lens.
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Definitely, because the optics are great, good for the money, you need to support the lens. I use a canon monopod 500. $38 on Amazon or you can get a third party for less than $20.
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Brandon. It doesn't say when you asked this question but I figured the answer out. First, I just purchased the last one that a storefront had for $289, so i'm sorry if I stole the lens from you :X. Second, the price is going to be interesting on this lens from here on out. It has been discontinued due to a recently announced new model. The question is how much will this new model cost? To my knowledge that hasn't been answered. I decided to snag it at this price because if the new model is upwards of $400 then it out of my price range anyway. If the new model comes out sub $400 this older model might tank in price. Supply and demand will dictate based on that information. As for big stores, I don't see you having much luck. Most did firesales and liquidated their stock already to mitigate the price risk. I can tell you that this is my first fixed lens for general photography. It hasnt even arrived yet, but when it does I plan to test it out. If its not to my liking I can resell it to you at the price I purchased + the tax I paid + shipping. I would generally just return it but that lowers your chance of it ending up in your hands. If this was a recent post just come back to me and I can show you proof that it hasn't even arrived yet :). Take care!
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Why on earth would you put this on an EF 24-105mm, it's a superb lens on its own. The DC is a heap of rubbish compared to the EF. Its like putting cheap unleaded petrol in a Ferrari !I use it on a canon HV20 just for a wide angle advantage, which is all it is really any good for, although it wouldn't fit the EF.regardsTP
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You can buy it with different or no lens so make sure about what you order. The 18-135 is W.R. but some of the others are not.
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I have the same dilemna. However, I am currently thinking that the 28-135mm is better suited on the basis that it is USM and therefore quicker to focus. I've had non-USM lenses before which tend to aimlessly go back and forth trying to focus when shooting in normal to low light. Since you have an APS-C rather than full frame camera, the 28-135 is equivalent to a 45mm-216mm which to me is enough zoom since I am not into sport photography. Hope this helps
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Thanks for asking.... I'd have a sturdier tripod for any/all telephoto lens. Just not good enough. The extra weight makes the tripod "slide" downward.
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Hardy,Thanks for the info about getting better lenses. I just "bit the bullet" and bought the 24-105mm L lens. I have heard this same wise advice from other photographers, and I am looking forward to getting sharper photos with the new lens, and I will try to get only L lenses from now on. In the end, you truly get what you pay for.
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I'm not sure I understand the question. This isn't like a Canon big lens with a tripod mount on the lens itself. Are you asking how big the tripod needs to be in order not to tip over due to the weight of the lens? I certainly have heavier micro 4/3 lenses but fully extended, the center of gravity is about the middle of the lens. Not sure if that helps. I actually have not used it with a tripod personally.
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I did NOT buy the kit lens...bought camera with the 18-200mm lens instead....love this lens....a bit heavy but just great....no need for multiple lenses.