canon lens (Page 2): I've never used either, but, if I could afford it, I would always go with the lens with the range. You never know if it would turn out to be really useful some...

salmander

I've never used either, but, if I could afford it, I would always go with the lens with the range. You never know if it would turn out to be really useful some day. With woodworking and carpentry tools, you effortlessly move into the greater range of possibilities when you have tools on hand that you've never used before. Potential improvement of function and results grows in your unconscious mind over time, and - voila! - you really need the extra function now that you never needed before. The extra fstop can usually be compensated in camera. IMO, you would really need the extra fstop a lot, to justify losing the range.

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

Clapperboard wrote:

Which camera is it to fit?

Beyond my current budget but all my reading and study of the 11-24 is it is superior to the 14mm and any other fixed lens in that range by Canon, Nikon or Sony.

crazydaddio Loc: Toronto Ontario Canada

DLH13 wrote:

I rented one from Lens Rentals. Awesome lens, but heavy.
I used it mostly outdoors. Interiors a little tricky with some distortion wide open.
You can rent it from them for less than $200 for a week with shipping and insurance and try it out.
I ended up getting the 16-35 4.

Ditto

Camera Man Loc: Michigan

Bought this lens when it first came out. Iam so impressed with it.You have to be careful that you don't get yourself in the picture from your shadow. This Len is so sharp. You will not be disappointed,just a little distortion at 11mm. Now filter are expensive, but kickstart is coming out with a filter. More affordable.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aurora-aperture/aurora-powernd-6-12-16-stops-high-quality-nd-filte. I hope this is helpful for you

catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway

Thanks for the info!

Camera Man wrote:

Bought this lens when it first came out. Iam so impressed with it.You have to be careful that you don't get yourself in the picture from your shadow. This Len is so sharp. You will not be disappointed,just a little distortion at 11mm. Now filter are expensive, but kickstart is coming out with a filter. More affordable.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aurora-aperture/aurora-powernd-6-12-16-stops-high-quality-nd-filte. I hope this is helpful for you

Bob Boner

I own the 11--24 and am very happy with the lens. The resolution is better than any other lens I have had that overlaps part of its range.

sirlensalot Loc: Arizona

You can check DxoMark site for comparable lens tests for sharpness. Certainly not the end all for testing IMO, but a decent indicator.

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

sirlensalot wrote:

You can check DxoMark site for comparable lens tests for sharpness. Certainly not the end all for testing IMO, but a decent indicator.

DxoMark is a pretty poor place to start as it hates Canon.
A Nikon Shill site at best.

catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway

DOXMark I take with a grain of salt...

Enough good info is out there to get a real impression.

A good example is the 16-35 f/2.8L ii is sharper and has better resolution at 24mm in the corners than the 24mm 1.4L Canon prime I tested...not so with DOX

Bill Emmett Loc: Bow, New Hampshire

Hello Catchlight, If you're planning on using the Canon EF 11-24mm lens in the U.S. and you make a living from your real estate photography, either buy, or rent the lens. Both the purchase price, and the rental will be a deduction from your taxes. You can also take a yearly depreciation of any lenses you buy, but also on your cameras and other equipment. You must be making money though. The IRS rules that effect this are clear, and must be used in your professional status. Also, you should be incorporated in your State. I've found the amount of deductions far outweigh the cost of incorporation, when a simple lens cost over $1000.00. Keep in mind also you must make your purchases only to protect your current income, and increase your future income.

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