Sorry, i was late getting it uploaded.
I took this last week on my way to work. I never was a big fan of the Circus, but it's still a little sad to see them go.
Thanks everyone for your help,,,,,,,,,,,,,,i finally got it!
rmalarz wrote:
1.Set the Mode dial to P, Tv, Av, or M.
2.Press and release the AF Point Selection button. ...
3.To choose a single autofocus point, set the camera to Manual AF Point Selection mode. ...
4.Specify which AF Point you want to use.
--Bob
Thanks Bob, but how do i set the camera to Manual AF Selection Mode?
Peterff wrote:
You can set a T3i to use the center AF point. This may help: http://www.dummies.com/photography/cameras/canon-camera/set-an-autofocus-point-on-a-canon-rebel-t3-series-camera/
Thanks, i appreciate that info.
Is there any way to set a 'single' focus point while shooting in TV, AV or P mode. I use mostly Tv mode when shooting Birds and would like to not have to 'chase' a focal point. I know this seems like a silly question for someone who's been shooting a long time, but I'm just curious. I've been away from Photography awhile and just getting back into it. I just got my 6D and using my T3i for longer shots. I tell you, when you're away from it for awhile, it sometimes takes some getting used to it. Thanks for any help.
Gifted One wrote:
I shot all one day in the Tetons. I love UWA!
J. R.
It's a whole new World in Photography isn't it?
Oh yes, i love the lens, it is optically awesome. Together with my 6D, I'm really happy. I'll try another one and see if it does the same thing, i hope not because i am really pleased and surprised at the results i get with it.
Thanks JR, it was a new lens, i have it packed and ready to go back to B&H. I really hate to wait for another one, i hardly took it off my camera at all for the short time i had it,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,i LOVE it.
Thanks, B&H will gladly exchange it or i can return it. I just thought maybe there was something i may be able to do without doing that and waiting for another copy.
The message says "No communication between the Lens and the Camera". It says to clean the contacts, which i have done, but no help. Has anyone had the same problem with this lens? I can return it or exchange it, so i don't know which to do. I love the lens, but don't want to get another one if it's going to have the same issue.
amfoto1 wrote:
A little over your "hopeful" price, but a darned nice lens: EF 16-35mm f4L IS USM (Note that it also has IS).
Older model that's not as good but is within your price range: EF 17-40mm f4L USM.
How about a prime, well within your budget: EF 20mm f2.8 USM (I use this lens quite a bit on both FF and crop cameras. Below examples are with it on 5D MkII)
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2401/5734569759_1e1cfd7c90_z.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5004/5344128721_43dde2fdd5_z.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5030/5735118686_3af6d79f1e_b.jpg
Need wider? I've considered getting the Rokinon/Samyang 14mm f2.8 (also sold under about half a dozen other brand names)... it gets lots of positive reviews and is very affordable... but of course it's fully manual.
Another lens that's recently caught my eye is the Venus Laowa 15mm f4 Macro/Shift lens.... interesting idea and another reasonably affordable, fully manual (both focus and aperture).
I'd suggest you not get too hung up on an f2.8 aperture. Makes for bigger, heavier lenses, narrow range of focal lengths in zooms, and often aren't as sharp as slower lenses. f2.8 is pretty rarely a necessity with an ultrawide lens, too, especially when using a very high ISO capable camera. Ultrawides are hand -holdable at much slower shutter speeds, you'll probably find yourself stopping down for more depth of field most of the time, and there's little opportunity to blur backgrounds with an ultrawide unless you're working very, very close. A photojournalist or astrophotographer might want f2.8. But most of the rest of us can probably get by fine with f4 or even f5.6.
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Thanks for the beautiful shots. I think i was at the Lighthouse a few years ago, is it the one in Maine? The only reason i would want 2.8 is for Astro and I'm just wondering now, since you mentioned the high ISO rating on my 6D, if my 24-105 STM would be bright enough @ 3.5. Maybe i need to try it first and see before i jump. This is my first Full Frame and I'm still getting used to it.
Millismote wrote:
I have the 6D and a Canon EF 24mm 2.8 is usm lens that works very as a wide angle. B&H photo sells it for $549
Thanks, I've been looking at that one and the 20mm 2.8. Have you done any Astro with your 24mm?
davidrb wrote:
Tom, take a look at Canon's wide angles at either 20mm or 24mm for about $550.00. These lenses are not "L" glass but both have commanded fairly high marks among those that rate things. Both are f/2.8. Check with the-digital-picture.com and see what he says about them. Another option is the 17-40mm f/4L at about $750.00. This is a great entry to "L" glass at a modest price. While shopping be sure to visit the refurb shop at the Canon Store, about 20% less than list . KEH is another source of experienced equipment that usually has a great selection of Canon lenses, as do Adorams and B&H. Happy hunting.
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Thanks, i looked on Canon's site and i think I'm gonna go with either the 20 or 24. I like the 17-40, but i need the faster stop for night shots. I believe the 20 will be good for my occasional night shots and not hit me too hard on price. Then i can use my 24-105 for landscape,,,,,,,,,,,love to have the 16-35 but can't justify the money right now. I usually buy all my gear from B&H and may still get the 20 from them, they are absolutely the best to deal with as far as I'm concerned. I've been looking at KEH lately and it seems to me they have gone up on their prices somewhat.