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Lenses / Re: 50mm 1.2L vs 35mm 1.4L for events photography...

« on: April 30, 2013, 10:25:29 AM »

Thanks for all you inputs everyone!!

I have spent the last week doing some research on the Sigma 35mm 1.4 and from reviews that I've read and Youtubes I've seen, this seems like a stellar lens!  Very difficult not to consider.  Given that the 50mm 1.2 is currently north of $1400 w/rebate & the 35mm 1.4 (& many years old) is north of $1300 w/rebate, the Sigma at $900 is very very attractive.  I am leaning heavily towards the Sigma and hope to make the purchase soon!  Thanks again All!

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Lenses / 50mm 1.2L vs 35mm 1.4L for events photography...

« on: April 23, 2013, 04:06:21 PM »

Hi All, it's been some time since I've posted on this forum and once again I need all your feedbacks, mates!
I'm debating between the 50mm 1.2L vs. the 35mm 1.4L.  They are priced pretty similar, so price is not an issue.
I will be using this mainly for weddings.

Currently I'm using 5D M2 w/ 70-280mm 2.8 v2; 24-70 f4L & 50mm 1.8.
I find the 50mm 1.8 not meeting my needs in low lighting.

So, bottom line, which lens would you go for and why?

Thanks again!!

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Software & Accessories / Lens Filter For Landscape???

« on: January 16, 2013, 06:42:06 PM »

Hi Fellow Photogs,

I'm going on a trip to Malaysia and Thailand soon and would like your advice on getting a lens filter for landscape shots.  I'm looking for something that would make the clouds and sky "POP".

I currently use a 'B+W 77mm (XS-PRO/NANO-MC) UVa #010M FILTER' on both my 24-105L & 70-200 f/2.8 II lenses for general protection. 

Please provide me your suggestion & if you can also post some pics taken w/your suggested filter would be great!

Thanks again!!

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Software & Accessories / Compactflash Card: SanDisk vs. Lexar...

« on: December 28, 2012, 01:38:42 PM »

Hi All,

I've always owned Sandisk memory cards before, be it SD or Compactflash.  I currently use two 16GB Sandisk for my 5D Mark II.  I have had no issues with them.

So what prompts this question if Sandisk's been issues-free?  Well, per CR, Amazon's currently having a deal on Lexar compactflash on the 64GB/400x & 128GB/400x for $85 & $170 respectively.  My questions are 2-fold:

1) Has anyone had any issues with Lexar compactflashes?  If so, what are they?

2) Would you have any issues it them being only 400x vs. 800x or 1000x?

Thanks for you input!

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Lighting / Re: Help with lighting for portraits...

« on: December 06, 2012, 11:08:14 AM »

I would say 80-90% of times, battery pack is needed. 

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Lighting / Help with lighting setups for portraits...

« on: December 06, 2012, 10:48:52 AM »

Hi All,

I have never purchased any lightings and wouldn't know where to begin.
I just received B&H's weekly newsletter that has deal on this kit:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/665617-REG/Impact_EX100_Ultimate_Creative_Portrait.html

I would like to know what light kit you would recommend for indoor/outdoor photo shoots.  Simple portraitures and things like that.  Your help is much appreciated!

I currently shoot w/the 5D Mark II with 50mm 1.8 II; 24-105 f/4; & 70-200 f/2.8 IS II. 
Have a tripod and speedlite 430 EX II.

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EOS Bodies / Re: EOS M or ...???

« on: December 05, 2012, 10:48:48 AM »

Strangely I am considering the Olympus OM-D E-M5 even though the price is much more than I would like to spend.  Initially my budget was $600...but I am willing to double it for the Olympus OM-D E-M5 if it's worth it...I am still doing my research so if anyone else have any other suggestions on either the Olympus OM-D E-M5 or another camera, please advise...all feed backs are much appreciated!!

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EOS Bodies / Re: EOS M or ...???

« on: November 26, 2012, 03:35:52 PM »

Thanks all for your input.  I still haven't decided on which to get yet.
My budget is around $600.
Yes, her main usage will be for easy carry-around (specially vacations, and weekend outings).  I want to get her something simple and not too complicated, but yet something she can grow upon.  iPhone 5's and the 'simplier' versions of P&S will not due, as I wanted a little more but perhaps something just below a Rebel lineup or similar.

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EOS Bodies / EOS M or ...???

« on: October 29, 2012, 05:23:16 PM »

Hi All,

I'm looking for a small, easy to use camera for my wife.  I have never shopped for cameras aside from DSRL's, so I need your help! 

She will mainly use it for travel and weekend getaways.  I have in mind these options:

1) EOS M
2) PowerShot G1X
3) PowerShot G15
4) PowerShot G12

Please provide your input and why you would go with your selection.

Thanks again!!

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Software & Accessories / Re: Need help on neck/Shoulder Strap for camera body...!!!

« on: September 26, 2012, 01:43:30 PM »

Thanks All for all your inputs and ideas.  It was tough deciding on which to get.  I finally came down to two choices, Luma Labs Cinch & Carry Speeds FS Pro.  At first I leaned towards CS FS, but at the end, pulled the trigger on LLC (put in the order today).  The determining factor for me was how LLC strap is connected to two points on the camera and not just one.  But aside, I liked everything else on CS FS system.  The two points connection is important to me as I would feel it's 'more secure'.  Thanks again All!

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Software & Accessories / Need Help: What type of DVD's do you recommend...

« on: September 25, 2012, 12:25:21 AM »

Hi All,

This sounds silly, but I've not burned any pictures on a DVD yet.  I've only save them on thumb drives and give them to friends I help take pictures for.  However, as I'm taking more photos for people, I have realized it's more practical to burn them into DVDs.  But since I've never done so, I'd like to ask everyone for suggestions on which DVDs to use?  Your help is much appreciated!

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Software & Accessories / Re: Need help on neck/Shoulder Strap for camera body...!!!

« on: September 17, 2012, 04:09:48 PM »

Thanks All for all your feed back thus far.  There seems to be a few very good products.  I do have a question for anyone who has ever used the Carry Speed sling strap.  They seem to be a newer company.  Has anyone ever used either the FS-SLIM Camera Sling Strap with F-1 Foldable Mounting Plate or the FS-PRO camera sling strap with F-1 foldable mounting plate version?  If so, please identify which one you've used and on what camera body and what's your opinion of it?  Thanks alot!

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Software & Accessories / Need help on neck/Shoulder Strap for camera body...!!!

« on: September 14, 2012, 05:36:04 PM »

Do anyone uses a neck/shoulder strap other than the one that comes w/the ESO bodies?  I'm looking for a more comfortable one and would like to know for those of you that uses one other than the one provided by Canon upon purchase of a camera body.  I also have a slight concern on the safety/strenght of some that have easy release clips/buckles.  Are they secure?  I'm shooting w/a 5D M2 and main usage is for walking around the city and vacation and I could use one that's more comforting to the neck.  Thanks for your input!

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Lenses / Which to get next: 35 f/1.4L or 16-35 f/2.8L...?

« on: September 12, 2012, 04:39:50 PM »

Hi everyone again.  Now that I've received responses on your feed back on picking the 16-35 over the 17-40 from my previous post, I am in need of your input again.  Here's my situation.

I shoot w/the 5D Mark II (griped) w/the 430EX
Other lenses I have now are: 1) 70-200 f/2.8 II     2) 24-105 f/4      3) 50 f/1.8 II

I assist with weddings/events, and shoot portraits.  I also shoot often on trips and vacations.

Which lens should I get next to better suit my needs:
1) 35 f/1.4 or
2) 16-25 f/2.8
or
3) some other lens you would recommend?

I can only get one for now.

Thanks again for your help!

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Lenses / Which to buy: 16-35 f/2.8 vs. 17-40 f/4...

« on: September 11, 2012, 09:47:46 AM »

Hi All,

I'm at the point of researching and saving for my next lens.  It's either going to be the 35 f/1.4 or one of the following option: 16-35 or 17-40.  But my question is on the 16-35 or 17-40 option, I'm debating which one of these two to get.  Main usage is for:

1) Wedding (primary)
2) Landscape (secondary)

I'm shooting w/the 5D Mark II (w/430EX)
Please provide your reasons for choosing one over the other.  Thanks again!