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Need advice on best wide-angle lens
Dec 24, 2011 22:16:45 #
I find my 24mm is about as wide as I want to go. Even then I have to be careful with composition or as someone else said I end up with too much foreground or too much sky. And it's wide enough that distortion can be a problem too.
I got a very good lens by buying a Canon refurbished model. My cameras are used too.
Dave
I got a very good lens by buying a Canon refurbished model. My cameras are used too.
Dave
Dec 25, 2011 05:52:40 #
I have both the Sigma and the Canon wide angle. They both do a great job. I like the canon better because my canon 60D recognizes it.
Dec 25, 2011 05:54:50 #
tomfr
Loc: Brevard N.C.
You can get all the prices, specs, and user reviews, both pro and con, at B and H's website.
tomfr
tomfr
Dec 25, 2011 06:00:30 #
[quote=tomfr]You can get all the prices, specs, and user reviews, both pro and con, at B and H's website.
Tom, great answer, I forgot about B&H's reviews. I have used them often.
Tom, great answer, I forgot about B&H's reviews. I have used them often.
Dec 25, 2011 06:37:56 #
mooseeyes wrote:
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I differ with you 100%. I rarely shoot above an effective focal length of 20 mm, typically closer to 15, and see NO distortion. Quality wide angles cure that. As for a 50 mm lens, that went out in the 70's. Very narrow field of view, while my Sigma offers 102 degrees. Maybe a 50 mm will work for portrait shots, but not for landscapes, as it is impossible to obtain a good depth of field (2 feet to infinity) below 20 mm. Without a good DOF, landscape images are flat and boring. As for getting walking shoes and moving in and out, you must do all your shooting in a park. Me, I am often at the edge of a cliff, balancing on a rock, or already standing in a couple feet of water. Moving around is not always an option. Finally if you find 2 or 3 images in a frame, you have not answered the basic question, what am i photographing?
Dec 25, 2011 07:06:34 #
mooseeyes wrote:
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I like what you had to say Moose. I'd do well to take some of your advice. Thanks.
Dec 25, 2011 07:18:10 #
I have worn out sigma lens in two years time, they are not rebuildable. Go with a Canon 10-22, it will outlast sigma 10- 1.
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Dec 25, 2011 08:11:18 #
I have two Tokina wide angle lenses which I use on Nikon cameras, the 12-24mm f4 and the 10-17mm fisheye zoom. The 12-24 is just the best; I don't think I could ever ask for a better wide angle. The 10-17mm is a special purpose lens and although I love it, I would not recommend it as it has very limited uses.
Dec 25, 2011 08:19:23 #
Don,
Given that you have the Rebel with the 1.6 crop factor, if you follow the advice to go no wider than 24mm, you will limit your wide angle options. And although I shoot most of my landscapes with a 24-70, there are occasions when the 10-22 is the better lens choice. It's also a good option for interior architectural shots in limited space if that's a possible consideration. For a FF camera, the choice would be the 16-35 (in a Canon); but for you, if your lenses give you coverage down to 24mm or thereabouts, the 10-22 will give you a truely WA option. As for brand, my prejudice is Canon; but I grant that it is comparatively expensive. FWIW.
Given that you have the Rebel with the 1.6 crop factor, if you follow the advice to go no wider than 24mm, you will limit your wide angle options. And although I shoot most of my landscapes with a 24-70, there are occasions when the 10-22 is the better lens choice. It's also a good option for interior architectural shots in limited space if that's a possible consideration. For a FF camera, the choice would be the 16-35 (in a Canon); but for you, if your lenses give you coverage down to 24mm or thereabouts, the 10-22 will give you a truely WA option. As for brand, my prejudice is Canon; but I grant that it is comparatively expensive. FWIW.
Dec 25, 2011 08:45:02 #
i bought the tamron 10-22mm and it is pretty nice. only lens i have that is not canon. i would definitely recommend it. price was really right also.
after having this tamron lens..i would not be afraid of any tamron lens.
after having this tamron lens..i would not be afraid of any tamron lens.
Dec 25, 2011 08:52:03 #
I have a 12-12mm Tokina for my Nikon D7000 (DX format). Excellent. I love it.
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Dec 25, 2011 08:52:48 #
Dec 25, 2011 09:30:29 #
naturalite
Loc: Up state NY
Merry Christmas everybody.
BTW, I use a 28mm f/2. It fits most of my needs. I take a lot of photos of buildings inside and out.
It works good on some landscapes but...Sometimes I use a zoom as well. The moral of the delema is...use what you need to frame your shot. If it works for you ....great!
BTW, I use a 28mm f/2. It fits most of my needs. I take a lot of photos of buildings inside and out.
It works good on some landscapes but...Sometimes I use a zoom as well. The moral of the delema is...use what you need to frame your shot. If it works for you ....great!
Dec 25, 2011 09:40:01 #
I purchased the Canon 10-22mm EF-S lens with a Rebel, and am now using it with my 60D. It was designed for these APS Canons, and it is plenty sharp enough for most uses, and is moderately priced. I have been completely satisfied with this lens.
Dec 25, 2011 10:24:53 #
cdsforme
Loc: Annapolis, MD
I have the Canon 10-22mm and absolutely love it. I read a while back that this lens has "L" quality glass and I believe it. The lens is razor sharp and has great color. It isn't cheap, but it's worth the price to me.
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