Canon 5D Classic - Lenses: I recently was able to pick up an absolutely beautiful Canon 5Dc and due to limited funds was hoping anyone with experience in FF could suggest some...

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

I recently was able to pick up an absolutely beautiful Canon 5Dc and due to limited funds was hoping anyone with experience in FF could suggest some inexpensive alternatives to the usual "L" glass. I DO have a 28-135mm IS Canon that is on its way but can anyone suggest something else? Thanks!!!

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

The two that I use are the TamronSP 28-105 F2.8 all the way, and the Tamron SP 20-40 F2.7-3.5 ......

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

Those are more expensive than what I am getting I see?

como Loc: Jersey Shore

I have 5D MK2, and have several sigma lenses. Great lenses at a good price.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

imagemeister wrote:

The two that I use are the TamronSP 28-105 F2.8 all the way, and the Tamron SP 20-40 F2.7-3.5 ......

Quality FF glass does not come any cheaper than these ( especially in zooms)

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

yeah, I assumed that but hey, you never know if someone has an old film era type or the like that might be a good one.

John Lawrence

SteveG wrote:

I recently was able to pick up an absolutely beautiful Canon 5Dc and due to limited funds was hoping anyone with experience in FF could suggest some inexpensive alternatives to the usual "L" glass. I DO have a 28-135mm IS Canon that is on its way but can anyone suggest something else? Thanks!!!

A 50mm 1.8 lens is a good addition at a reasonable price. I have a Nikon FF and use my 50mm more than any other lens.

John

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

Yes, there are a very few primes that were good... but most will not fit/work well with the Canon AF mount.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

The 28-135mm IS will serve you well. I just got a used copy of the EF 50mm f1.8 (mark I). The optics are the same as the current II version. However, this older version has a metal mount. Pictures so far are remarkable. It was released in 1987. Mine came from KEH.

SteveG Loc: Norh Carolina

Questions for the Tamron guy. How do those compare to the Canon 28-135mm IS? Have you had a chance to compare?

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

SteveG wrote:

Questions for the Tamron guy. How do those compare to the Canon 28-135mm IS? Have you had a chance to compare?

Never had one - but from what I can see and read, it is one of the better large ratio zooms out there - though a bit slow in f-stops.

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

SteveG, if you are on a budged, find yourself a used canon EF35-80. That lens is really old, and has a horrible reputation(by those that have never used it), but optically it's actually very good. You'll find then for around $75. Also as you know the 50 1.8 is great for low light.
Good luck
SS

Haydon

SharpShooter wrote:

SteveG, if you are on a budged, find yourself a used canon EF35-80. That lens is really old, and has a horrible reputation(by those that have never used it), but optically it's actually very good. You'll find then for around $75. Also as you know the 50 1.8 is great for low light.
Good luck
SS

I have to agree with SS here. a 50 1.8 is great for low light and very sharp after 2.8. I realize you're looking for cheap alternatives but even with the 5DC being aged you wouldn't want to put truck tires on a sports car would you :)

Bill Koepsel Loc: Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Canon 50mm 1.4 is excellent and a 1.4...
Tamron 90mm is a great Macro
Tamron 17-40 very versatile cheap...

cheineck Loc: Hobe Sound, FL

I have a Sigma 150-500mm lens in "like new" condition, with caps and original box. Should fit your camera. $550 firmI'll pay shipping. PM me. if interested.