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Software & Accessories / Backpack Suggestion

« on: February 28, 2013, 12:32:38 PM »

Want a backpack style bag to hold my 5d II with grip, 35L, 85, 135L and a 580 flash.  I really like the Incase DSLR backpack but with the battery grip it doesn't work very well so I'm looking for suggestions.

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Lenses / 24L or 35L

« on: April 21, 2012, 08:53:08 AM »

Need honest opinions, the sooner the better since BH is accepting online orders soon

Currently I have a 5D II with the Sigma 50 1.4.  I am purchasing the 135L and want to either keep the 50 and get the 24L or sell the 50 and purchase the 35L.

I shoot couples, starting to shoot some weddings, sports, etc.

EDIT: Forgot to mention I do not like zoom lenses, nothing against them, they just fit my shooting style.  So a 24-70 and 70-200 suggestion might help someone else out

Just to let everyone know, I decided on the 35L.  35L, 85 and 135L is my setup and I can't say enough good things about it.  Sold the 50.

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Lenses / Active Sports - 135 or 70-200 2.8 II?

« on: April 08, 2012, 12:22:33 PM »

Anyone shooting sports events, soccer (indoor/outdoor), basketball, etc with either of these?  Looking for FF recommendations, thanks!

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Lenses / 24, 35 or 70-200

« on: January 31, 2012, 02:25:56 PM »

I currently have a XSI and am still debating on the 5D II or waiting on the III but I'll figure that out

Either way I'm looking to buy an additional lens.  I currently have a Sigma 50mm that pretty much lives on my camera now since I can't stand the kit lenses that came with my XSI after shooting with a prime.  I've read about the 24, 35 and 70-200 and they all seem to be really good lenses.  I don't make money taking photos (not yet anyways) but want a versatile lens that will last me a really long time.  I'm basically looking for opinions on what lenses typically live on your cameras and what you mostly shoot?

I know I visited Rome and was disappointed I couldn't get good pictures with my 50mm on the crop body of a lot of the architecture but enjoy shooting portraits and like the 70-200 for the range it has but it doesn't seem like the kind of lens you can throw on a camera and over your shoulders for an afternoon.

I will shoot some video too, not sure if that matter much but figured I'd throw it out there.