Landscape Lens: Any ideas on the best type of lens to use for landscape photography? I have an 18-270 zoom and just rented a 24-70L IS II but feel that one is way too expensive for my...

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

Any ideas on the best type of lens to use for landscape photography?

I have an 18-270 zoom and just rented a 24-70L IS II but feel that one is way too expensive for my needs.

Not sure I would be better off with a zoom or fixed length.

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

I like zooms because I can crop in-camera. But that's just me.

joer Loc: Colorado/Illinois

BooIsMyCat wrote:

Any ideas on the best type of lens to use for landscape photography?

I have an 18-270 zoom and just rented a 24-70L IS II but feel that one is way too expensive for my needs.

Not sure I would be better off with a zoom or fixed length.

Look at Sigma's upcoming 24-35mm.

teesquare Loc: USA

What camera body are you using? Cropped or full frame? That needs to be part of your consideration, so that you can predict how wide you field of view will actually be. Full frame - it will be as stated on the lens. But, with a cropped sensor camera - you have a bit math to do - to arrive at your actual FOV.
Canon has a 1.6 multiplier and Nikon 1.5.

lighthouse Loc: No Fixed Abode

BooIsMyCat wrote:

Any ideas on the best type of lens to use for landscape photography?

I have an 18-270 zoom and just rented a 24-70L IS II but feel that one is way too expensive for my needs.

Not sure I would be better off with a zoom or fixed length.

How long have you been taking photos?
Do you take raw or jpg?
What camera do you shoot with?
Do you post process?
What post process program do you use?
What type of landscape do you wish to shoot?
Do you plan on shooting anything else as well?
What other lenses do you have?
What other lenses do you plan to get?
What do you do with your images?
What size do you print them at?
Do you plan on shooting galaxy and stars?
Do you use a tripod?
What model tripod?
How much do you feel is not too expensive?

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

teesquare wrote:

What camera body are you using? Cropped or full frame? That needs to be part of your consideration, so that you can predict how wide you field of view will actually be. Full frame - it will be as stated on the lens. But, with a cropped sensor camera - you have a bit math to do - to arrive at your actual FOV.
Canon has a 1.6 multiplier and Nikon 1.5.

I currently use a Canon 70D and I'm aware of the 1.6 multiplier.
Thanks

teesquare Loc: USA

BooIsMyCat wrote:

I currently use a Canon 70D and I'm aware of the 1.6 multiplier.
Thanks

Excellent!

So, do you prefer the a "natural" FOV, or "ultra-wide". I like both - depending on the scene and objective...But most seem to favor one or the other. Around 35mm actual FOV is probably where I would default if I had to choose just one.

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

lighthouse wrote:

How long have you been taking photos? br Do you ta... (show quote)

I wear tidy whities
I am retired
I do my own investing
I have two vehicles
I own my own home, mortgage free
My home borders the forest....

Why do you need all this information just to recommend a lens that may/may not be best suited for landscape?

If I didn't provide enough information for you to make a recommendation please, just go to the next post.

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

teesquare wrote:

Excellent!

So, do you prefer the a "natural" FOV, or "ultra-wide". I like both - depending on the scene and objective...But most seem to favor one or the other. Around 35mm actual FOV is probably where I would default if I had to choose just one.

Thank you.

I don't live near an area that is suited for ultra-wide FOV (my opinion) as I live in a somewhat flat area.. some hills but no mountains.

Like I stated, I rented the Canon 24-70L IS II and it's a great lens but I can't justify $2000 when Tamron and others have comparable but cheaper lens.

teesquare Loc: USA

BooIsMyCat wrote:

Thank you.

I don't live near an area that is suited for ultra-wide FOV (my opinion) as I live in a somewhat flat area.. some hills but no mountains.

Like I stated, I rented the Canon 24-70L IS II and it's a great lens but I can't justify $2000 when Tamron and others have comparable but cheaper lens.

My pleasure!
I would not be afraid of a Tamrom, or Sigma of similar range as the Canon 24-70. It is a popular zoom range and theater are a good number of choices. As well - if you are comfortable with full manual function ( and even some that have autofocus ), look on e-bay for lenses in the mm range you want, then look at the growing number of adapters which will allow you to match almost any lens, with any other brand of camera body. Plenty of good options that can save you money, provide fine image capability, and - maybe even add a layer of versatility to your camera!
Best of luck, and let us know what you put together.
T

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

teesquare wrote:

My pleasure! br I would not be afraid of a Tamrom,... (show quote)

Thanks

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CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

Bools, most of the questions lighthouse asked are very important. The information would help us make an intelligent, informed recommendation, and be able to give you the reason and logic behind it.

That would help you in this and future situations. ;)

BooIsMyCat Loc: Somewhere

CHOLLY wrote:

Bools, most of the questions lighthouse asked are very important. The information would help us make an intelligent, informed recommendation, and be able to give you the reason and logic behind it.

That would help you in this and future situations. ;)

Generally, I agree with "give me more information" but, in this case, I have to disagree.

Granted, he doesn't know me so he doesn't know my photographic preferences but, I simply asked for a general opinion on what would be a good landscape lens.

What difference does it make what brand of tripod I use? One can't simply say, "Well, my preference is... xyz but, you need a sturdy tripod in order to use it"?

I guess I didn't like the way he came across with his questioning. Felt like I was sitting in a small room with nothing but a table, two chairs, a mirror and a hot spot light beating down on me.

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

Yeah... it can feel that way around here for sure! :lol:

I don't think he was being sarcastic... at least I hope he wasn't.

The whole idea is to share information, experience, and advice to help fellow photographers have more fun and or make more money. :mrgreen:

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

Someone who's paying a attention would instantly know the camera is a crop-sensored Canon:

The "18" of the 18-270 tells me it's for a crop sensor.
The "L" of the 24-70L tells me it's Canon.

(But it is always a good idea to tell us at the outset.)