Canon lenses
Apr 20, 2021 10:16:36 #
blackwc2
Loc: Georgia
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
Apr 20, 2021 10:19:55 #
Apr 20, 2021 10:21:54 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I have the 100-400 ll and it is a bargain at $2000,
Apr 20, 2021 10:22:45 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
LOL...I too look at those & just shake my head...then I go admire their pics for a while then I go look at mine and say not too bad! LOL A man has to be happy with his best & enjoy the rest!
Apr 20, 2021 10:23:42 #
fjdarling
Loc: Mesa, Arizona, USA
Some of us buy used gear from reputable sources. "Refurb" gear is the same as used - but is usually repackaged.
Apr 20, 2021 10:30:25 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
Shop used. Canon L-series lenses are built to last forever. They improve over the years more in the size and lighter weight and improved IS support than absolute differences in the quality of the lens optics. The older discontinued models operate on every EOS body ever, same as the new ones, you might just need a bit more muscle to use them for extended periods of time if not mounted to a tripod / monopod.
For select lenses and camera bodies, adding an extender to a lens can add the oomph of magnification to achieve an equivalent focal length of a longer and more expensive lens.
Apr 20, 2021 10:31:40 #
If you do not have frequent use for those 400 and 600 mm lenses your best bet is to rent. I do not see many amateurs using those lenses often and when I do some of them have bought them but the majority have rented.
If you need one of those lenses and as I said you do not have to use the lens often rent it or buy one of the 150-600 mm second hand to cover your needs.
If you need one of those lenses and as I said you do not have to use the lens often rent it or buy one of the 150-600 mm second hand to cover your needs.
Apr 20, 2021 10:41:06 #
Mustanger wrote:
LOL...I too look at those & just shake my head...then I go admire their pics for a while then I go look at mine and say not too bad! LOL A man has to be happy with his best & enjoy the rest!
I cannot justify those prices either.
(Want vs. Need)
Apr 20, 2021 10:50:36 #
I got a refurb Sigma 100-400 af from Adorama for $314.00 three yrs ago. Nice lens to me though I’m now using the much better and much more expensive Sony 200-600mm.
Apr 20, 2021 10:55:58 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I have the same thoughts when I see someone driving a Tesla or a Lamborghini or a hundred other examples. You have to remember, marketplace accommodates those who have more money than GOD by providing things only they can afford. For the majority of us there are much more reasonably priced options that enable us to get the same photo reach such as the 100-400 or 100-600 zooms or extenders, even used or reconditioned. Every camera and lens in my kit was purchased used. Getting a good condition "new to me" used camera or lens is just as exciting as getting a new one with much less sticker shock.
Apr 20, 2021 11:07:20 #
Everyone's heart has a secret nerve that responds to the touch of new camera equipment.
Apr 20, 2021 11:18:25 #
Welcome to the Hog, Cheryl, I buy used from sellers here and ebay, but I still can't afford the big prime lenses, so you are not alone. Have fun here and enjoy the site.
Apr 20, 2021 12:41:24 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
Welcome to UHH.
I have bought a number of lenses from KEH.com and B&H’s used department and a few from eBay.
Photography is an expensive hobby, but don’t buy gear just to buy gear. Buy to fill a need that what you already have can’t fill. While you are saving up your pennies do the best you can with what you have.
Have fun.
Apr 21, 2021 05:50:15 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Shop used. Canon L-series lenses are built to last... (show quote)
Yes I agree, I have over the years purchased 2 of their big white primes and bought them used, the first one had a few chips in the paint especially on the way over price lens hood but both have worked flawlessly. The second was pretty much pristine, saved thousands on each.
Apr 21, 2021 05:53:50 #
blackwc2 wrote:
Hi, I am new to the site.
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
I was just wondering how you all afford the price of lenses?
Would really like 400, or 600 mm
Lenses but $12,000.00.......
How?
Save your $$$$.
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