What lens should I buy ??
Aug 7, 2018 15:55:24 #
I have a Canon EOS mount and want an all purpose lens. These are my criteria: Focal length from 10 to say 700mm, fixed aperture of 1.8 or better yet 1.4, autofocus, image stabilization, weight not more than 5 ounces, price not more than $300. What do you suggest ??
Aug 7, 2018 16:01:19 #
Aug 7, 2018 16:03:29 #
MichaelH
Loc: NorCal via Lansing, MI
Go back to bed and see if you can "catch" that dream again. I used to be able to do that when I was a kid - not so much as an adult. And if I remember correctly the dreams did not include cameras or photography.
Aug 7, 2018 16:36:23 #
MichaelH wrote:
Go back to bed and see if you can "catch" that dream again. I used to be able to do that when I was a kid - not so much as an adult. And if I remember correctly the dreams did not include cameras or photography.
Yup! go back to bed you might find such a lens for less than $3 instead of $300. If that doesn't work I have one to sell for $299. Please send cash then I will send you the lens. By the way which brand do you want?
Aug 7, 2018 16:36:43 #
Aug 7, 2018 16:41:25 #
graybeard wrote:
I have a Canon EOS mount and want an all purpose lens. These are my criteria: Focal length from 10 to say 700mm, fixed aperture of 1.8 or better yet 1.4, autofocus, image stabilization, weight not more than 5 ounces, price not more than $300. What do you suggest ??
Nothing, because a lens like that does not exist, but dream on!
Aug 7, 2018 17:24:44 #
graybeard wrote:
... Focal length from 10 to say 700mm, fixed aperture of 1.8 or better yet 1.4, ...:...
Why would you want a lens with only one aperture choice? Fixed means only one aperture, like most mirror lenses or a Portragon. Iād rather have a constant aperture lens where the maximum aperture stays the same no matter what focal length I choose.
Keeps those dreams coming!
Aug 7, 2018 17:30:19 #
Aug 7, 2018 17:30:44 #
graybeard wrote:
I have a Canon EOS mount and want an all purpose lens. These are my criteria: Focal length from 10 to say 700mm, fixed aperture of 1.8 or better yet 1.4, autofocus, image stabilization, weight not more than 5 ounces, price not more than $300. What do you suggest ??
Find another hobby - your expectations far exceed any reality that I am aware of.
Aug 7, 2018 22:38:31 #
Aug 8, 2018 00:39:48 #
Gene51 wrote:
Find another hobby - your expectations far exceed any reality that I am aware of.
I knew that if I posted something beyond ridiculous, I would find someone without imagination or humor. Congratulations, it is you !!
Aug 8, 2018 07:30:22 #
Aug 8, 2018 07:31:48 #
Aug 8, 2018 07:33:00 #
graybeard wrote:
I have a Canon EOS mount and want an all purpose lens. These are my criteria: Focal length from 10 to say 700mm, fixed aperture of 1.8 or better yet 1.4, autofocus, image stabilization, weight not more than 5 ounces, price not more than $300. What do you suggest ??
No problem! Send me the $300, and I'll send you a lens that will meet at least one of those criteria.
Aug 8, 2018 07:42:27 #
jerryc41 wrote:
No problem! Send me the $300, and I'll send you a lens that will meet at least one of those criteria.
I made him the offer first. Let me make a buck would you please?
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