Posts for: imagemeister
Mar 5, 2012 23:02:27 #
Some fungus can be sucessfully cleaned, some not - it will cost money to find out. The other question is - can this lens be sucessfully replaced. And, lastly another question - how badly do you want to use this particular lens ?
Mar 4, 2012 19:36:53 #
I too have the old Sigma 400 APO AF for Canon - sharp lens - but AF is a little slow , I use it on a monopod - very compact and lightweight. I am keeping it as a backup for my other stuff for now. The new Sigmas are where the problems begin !
Mar 2, 2012 22:14:56 #
Keep in mind there is a BIG difference between AF and FAST RELIABLE AF. You do NOT get FAST RELIABLE AF with anything greater than f5.6 - I don't care who's camera or lens it is ! I have sent back TWO (2 ) Sigma new lenses because of faults, in the last two months.
Mar 1, 2012 23:40:05 #
Thanks to all so far for the info and good leads !
Feb 29, 2012 23:18:52 #
I have not done any serious printing in many years now - so I am wondering what is the state of the art in printing these days from a digital file, and which labs do the best work. I am looking for extraordinary quality - for large prints I will be selling.
Feb 28, 2012 20:18:08 #
Greymule : If you want details you WANT the Micro - see Ken Rockwell.com - he says the 200mm Nikon micro is the sharpest lens on the planet !
Feb 27, 2012 21:27:38 #
You guys can zoom all you want, but if you want real QUALITY imaging, with FAST reliable AF, at or past 500mm, the cheapest lightest way to go is 300mm 2.8 with 2X - preferably used and preferably Canon and preferably on a monopod or tripod ( no need for IS/OS ) - although the LATEST Nikon is also OK. .... Concerning Sigma: I just sent two faulty new lenses back - so IF you happen to get a good one ( especially on the first try ) consider yourself lucky ! Below is an image I just did with with my second Sigma 100-300 F4 with 1.4X - which is turning out to be an excellent lens! ( only to 420mm though ).
Feb 26, 2012 19:33:45 #
melphoto60 wrote:
7D or 60D
gwong1 wrote:
Canon may announce the 5D Mark III next week.
rsibert wrote:
I have a Canon Rebel XS and want to upgrade. Can someone give me some suggestions. I want to stay in the Canon line.
7D or 60D
IMHO Canon 50D is the most cost effective ( a GOOD used one of course ! )
Feb 26, 2012 19:20:05 #
Here is what I use with ALL my lenses including Canon 300 2.8L and 2X on both my tripod and monpod. I have two tripods - one light weight and one huge heavyweight depending on the situation. The joystik ball head is manfrotto 222 with 234RC swivel head.
Feb 26, 2012 19:08:14 #
There are only a few FD lenses that would make sense to try and use on EOS. Like the L lenses. And using an optical adapter is counterproductive ! For a price, FD lenses can be mechanically adapted to EOS without the optical element - but it is not cheap. ( and yes they can be made to focus at infinity ).
Feb 25, 2012 23:50:14 #
If you do not need the live view articulating screen or shoot video, the 50D is a better camera for the same money ! I have and use the 60D for over a year now. Thinking about getting a good used 50D as my main body with the 60D as backup.
Feb 24, 2012 23:18:00 #
Here is what I would say you need - Begin with Canon FAST autofocus, at least 500mm, at least 6 frames a second and at least a fast manuevering monopod. Photo was taken with Canon 60D 6 frames/sec , 300mm F2.8 with 2X, ( 600mm and even then it has some cropping ) wide open aperture, EI 400 , from a fast monpod !
Feb 22, 2012 23:50:37 #
MT Shooter wrote:
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Good luck MT shooter - I just sent back a Sigma 100-300 and 120-300 because the focus was off, or it quit AF, or was just plain unsharp ! Their current quality control stinks.
Feb 17, 2012 21:11:19 #
My recommendation is to travel light and fast - 70-200 F2.8 with 1.4 and 2X ( especially Canon ) !
Feb 17, 2012 21:00:08 #
I highly recommend Fine Art America ( FAA) - I am there - as Larry Nieland. Lots of traffic and support !
