I think there are only a handful of lenses which can match that of the new 14-24.. but to use it on EOS means a pricy adapter... not sure if its worth the trouble
which are the lenses u think will match the 14-24?
I think there are only a handful of lenses which can match that of the new 14-24.. but to use it on EOS means a pricy adapter... not sure if its worth the trouble
I thought u r eyeing the CZ 21? UWA is quite fun with its wide perspective. I just want one to complement my 24-85 travel lens , so not going to spend a bomb. The Sigma 12-24 is a little too large for my liking to carry as a secondary lens.
Aiya...just got myself a Nikkor 20/2.8. Anyway, will try it out first. It is only 200+ g in weight which is what I am looking for. Maybe should have just gotten the Voigt Ultron.
I sold the Nikkor 20f2.8 as it has something sticking out and must be removed otherwise will interfere with mirror. It's not bad for cropped but on ff, corners will be really soft, also color and contrast average.
Yes I will invest on a Distagon 21 for sure but not any wider. When I do that I will sell one of my 28s. Waiting for you to receive your N 24-85. I tried it on a 5d2 and it was awesome. Unfortunately the pair belonged to someone whom I bought a Zeiss lens from. Go for the Distagon 21, and you can stop searching and spend more time shooting.
My 24-85 will only come 2nd half of this year. Conurus is upgrading the AF circuit. Hope I get the one with the faster AF. I am tempted to get the copy off his stock now but you are right, I should stop searching and just go for tried and proven lenses and spend more time shooting real photos and not test shots It seems like I may end up with more Contax CY lenses. The Zess ZE is close to 3k...can't bear to part with my cash....and CY 21 cannot clear mirror...sighz. I am seriously considering shaving the mirror to be able to use the L/R and CZ UWA.
Looking at your signature, you have a CZ CY 50f1.7. When did you get this one?
Actually, you have all the focal length covered. If I have the N 24-85, I don't need any other lens except maybe a good 135.
Just got it off evilBay but yet to receive it . It has a high serial #8xxxxxx. Yesterday an Olympus OM 50 f1.8 in box with the criteria you stated went for around US$80+... I skipped it since I got the 50 f1.7. Now hoping that the CY50 will clear my 5D mirror. If it is really that impressive, I might just sell of my Sigma. Small, light usable are my criterias.
I don't need so many lens really. As mentioned I am just trying out the different drawing style and evaluating the FL that is more useful for me. So far the LR 35/2 and CY 85/1.4 are keepers. All I really need now is a lightweight, relatively good and cheap UWA.
The N2485 may not have wide aperture for thin DoF and fuzzy enough bokeh. That's why I am keeping the primes. I am using the EF70-300DO for my tele needs. Contrary to reviews. My copy is sharp and usable enough for me.
which are the lenses u think will match the 14-24?
The CY 50f1.7 is a very simple lens to use and it's sharp from f1.7, so you will have the flexibility to shoot wide open or step down depending on situation.
I know there is a permanent debate over this but i still prefer the zeiss 21/2.8.. and if you've got the dough to blow, possibly leica's elmarit of the same specs.
OM 18/3.5 also wins it for me.
Any point to get the CY 50f1.4 if already have the f1.7 since the latter is sharp wide open and the former requires it to be stepped down. If I am not wrong, the 50f1.4 has been voted the best 50mm ever, is it true?
I assume you are refering to Leica Elmarit R 19 f2.8. Are you refering specifically to either version I or II?
anyone used the helios 28mm 2.8 on EOS bodies before.. if yes how was it?
the zeiss and the leica is definately a keep.:bsmilie:
was told the takumar smc 50 1.4 takes the cake for sharpest standard lens. haven't personally tried, but also did hear of it being radioactive.. lol... any limitations on the import of such products?
The radioactivity should be of low level. However, it will have make your glass yellowish and produce a yellow cast on your photo. You will need to put your lens regularly in the sun to keep it clear. I think I might have owned one of such lens but sold it off coz it is just too yellowish.
BTW, CY 50 f1.7 is rated the sharpest 50mm by some. I also read somewhere that a collective group of pros voted CY 50 f1.4 as the best performing overall 50mm while the Leica Summilux 50mm comes in 2nd.
Tried the SMC takumar and didn't like the yellowish cast, pretty sharp though. The ZE 50f1.4 is a better lens overall, when compared to the CY 50f1.4. I still prefer my CY 50f1.7 as it's sharp wide open and a very simple lens to use, much lighter. At SGD 150, the OM 'made in Japan', s/no 5xxxxxx + is a joy to use, sharp wide open and renders beautiful background blur that reminds me of oil paintings.
Can you list the 50mm that you have used just like the 28mm. I am very impressed by your relentless persuit and testing of all available lenses.
I can't tell the difference. I will take ur recommendation and stick to CY50/1.7 for 50mm. It is a FL that I find myself using less and this small and affordable lens fit the profile perfectly. I would also like to try out the Rokkor 58/1.2 but they don't come that affordable anymore.
You seem to favour the 28mm over 35mm. May I know why?