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Originally Posted by Nastos
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Originally Posted by Ro_Ja
That $80 lens is the Canon 50mm f/1.8. Much better than a equivalent Sigma or Tamron lens.
ok got it.. but thats still inferior and inexpensive right?
just out of curiosity if indeed spending more means better pictures as YOU stated earlier? not to be a d slapper but shouldnt u practice what u preach?? oh godly professional one
I've shot with Tamron and Sigma, and their quality just isn't there. I actually have a couple Tamron lenses still that I replaced with better Canon glass. I read reviews and talked to tons of people about the Canon 50 1.8 before i bought it and it has received nothing but rave reviews. If you're trying to save money while getting good glass, the 50 1.8 II is that lens.
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Originally Posted by ALaS
I'd rather shoot with a canon 28mm f/1.8 rather a sigma 30mm f/1.4. That's because I've had problems with it.
I really want to argue about some things you say, but then I agree with it as well as disagree to a certain extent.
I think it's dumb to say a pro won't use off brand because a lot of nikon folks use the sigma 10-20 for the UWA, and plenty of pro's do it too. That's just one example. Getting into super tele, there are some good alternates to L glass or High end Nikon glass. It's up to the photographer. Seriously, I see way more rubbish from L glass on all of these forums I'm a part of than i do see good pictures from mediocre lenses. So it really does depend on the person operating the camera, from what I've seen anyway.
I really want to argue about some things you say, but then I agree with it as well as disagree to a certain extent.
I think it's dumb to say a pro won't use off brand because a lot of nikon folks use the sigma 10-20 for the UWA, and plenty of pro's do it too. That's just one example. Getting into super tele, there are some good alternates to L glass or High end Nikon glass. It's up to the photographer. Seriously, I see way more rubbish from L glass on all of these forums I'm a part of than i do see good pictures from mediocre lenses. So it really does depend on the person operating the camera, from what I've seen anyway.
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uh, so, I went to the zoo yesterday & almost piddled myself.....I thought this guy was using one of those damn 25 cent telescopes.
I would like to know how much he dished out for that thing.
I would like to know how much he dished out for that thing.
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Originally Posted by kiss_kiss_kill
uh, so, I went to the zoo yesterday & almost piddled myself.....I thought this guy was using one of those damn 25 cent telescopes.
I would like to know how much he dished out for that thing.
I would like to know how much he dished out for that thing.
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Some of my favs from yesterday.
A shy gazelle. =p
meerkat!!!
Bebeh porcupine who's not very clear. =/
I wish my pics were brighter & more crisp. I suppose I'll learn in class next semester.
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Learn how to use the light meter tina! It's pretty simple and intuitive.
Wanna hear a bad review of the nifty?
IT'S PLASTIC. It's CHEAP. For $80 it's useable but If 50mm is one of your go to FL's obviously it's a waste of $80 to start out with it. Buy the 1.4 and if you don't like it, sell it for 90% of what you paid. Save more money that way.
Wanna hear a bad review of the nifty?
IT'S PLASTIC. It's CHEAP. For $80 it's useable but If 50mm is one of your go to FL's obviously it's a waste of $80 to start out with it. Buy the 1.4 and if you don't like it, sell it for 90% of what you paid. Save more money that way.