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brando72:
camera: 5dM2
Flash: 580 EX2
lens: 70-200 f/4 L IS USM

Question: I need a wide zoom or possibly prime wide angle for indoor shots of interior, groups of people, etc. I can't afford the 24-70II and my hands are not the most still and IS really helps me out when the I stop down and in certain instances don't use my flash but was wondering if I should get the original 24-70L 2.8 or possibly a third party brand, a canon prime, etc? The function of this lens will be at events where generally depth of field will not be much of an issue and most likely shooting at f/8 or f11 for maximum clarity and sharpness. I have my 70-200 at f4 for more isolating shots  and thinner dof portraits. Of course the 16-35L looks real attractive to hit every wide focal point and then keep my 70-200 for portraits? It's just, with the 24-70 I can get a wide and then not have to switch lens to possibly get off a portrait shot if need be at 70? (only carrying one body on me)

Many Thanks!

Any recommendations or suggestions greatly appreciated?

neuroanatomist:
The 24-105mm sounds ideal for the situations you describe...

brando72:
Thanks! Not possibly the new Tamron 24-70 or Cannon 16-35?

NAshby:
If you are shooting indoors at weddings it's unlikely you will be shooting at f/8-f/11 even with a flash, these days the lights are always low and you can only compensate so far with a flash without starting to destroy the image.

The 16-35 is a surprisingly amazing lens to use for most situations inside and out (family formals, wide wide album shots, reception etc) and you already have the 70-200 for portrait shots. The 24-105 is a great in between lens, but it's just that right in the middle of what you want and if you tend to be on the shaky side already having a faster lens than f/4 will help indoors. If you want to read some more information about the lens's we use for wedding photography and our experience with them check out http://www.brovadoweddings.com/blog/equipment/photography/

Hope this helps :)

prestonpalmer:
Based on your budget go with the 24-105. If you can spend a little more the 16-35 is also a great option. A little tricky for group shots though. I'd recommend 24-105 for versatility.

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