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photophreek
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The quickest way to get over that "what the hell did I just do" feeling regarding the purchase of the 85L II is to attach it to your camera and just stare at it.
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Nah, there is a quicker way...stare through it instead.photophreek said:
I spent quite a long time debating on paying £3300 for the 300 f/2.8, then it went up by £500. Luckily, I found a used (barely, apparently it had been taken out of the case twice) mint copy for £2800 (about $4500). Needless to say, I didn't think very long that time.
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Hi, I know the feeling very well. In November I bought the TS-E 24L II, my most expensive lens so far. For months I wanted this lens but a new one costs about 1900€ (~$2500). To get a used one is almost impossible. Then I found an ebay auction one night and did not think twice. I got it used for 1640€ (~ $2000). It came from a small camera shop which opened the box maybe once or twice. The lense arrived in a perfect condition and I couldn't tell it from a new one. After the first shots I'm really in love with the lense and never gonna sell it again. The lens is worth every cent and will probably last a lifetime. And I can sell it for them price like I bought it...
When I bought my first DSLR in a kit (450D + EF-S 18-55 + EF-S 55-250) I was much more sure to spend the 800€, although with an income of a student it was a lot of money for me. I never did regret more a purchase than this one. The 450D is great but both lenses were a totally waste of money... Since this purchase I bought all new lenses and even my 5D Mark II as used. It saved me a lot of money (20-40% depending how lucky I was) and the loss is not that great if I regret a purchase once again.
When I bought my first DSLR in a kit (450D + EF-S 18-55 + EF-S 55-250) I was much more sure to spend the 800€, although with an income of a student it was a lot of money for me. I never did regret more a purchase than this one. The 450D is great but both lenses were a totally waste of money... Since this purchase I bought all new lenses and even my 5D Mark II as used. It saved me a lot of money (20-40% depending how lucky I was) and the loss is not that great if I regret a purchase once again.
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Dang. Man, I took the plunge about a year ago and bought a 24-70mm and 70-200mm f2.8 IS II. Looking back I wish I'd gotten two primes. Probably the 85mm f1.2. That thing is beautiful.
One day I'll be a prime shooter except for the 70-200mm. I'd love to have 24mm f1.4, 50mm f1.2, 85mm f1.2 and 135mm f2.
I understand regret but what a great lens man. Congrats.
One day I'll be a prime shooter except for the 70-200mm. I'd love to have 24mm f1.4, 50mm f1.2, 85mm f1.2 and 135mm f2.
I understand regret but what a great lens man. Congrats.
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BornNearDaBayou
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I nearly freaked out when I dropped $1,300 for my 35L. Ha. It is so worth it, though. What an amazing piece of glass.
I probably would have found the 85/1.2 Mk 1, or the Sigma 85 1.4. That's just me, though. Also, the 135/2.0 is supposed to be every bit as good as the 85/1.2. I think you will greatly enjoy this lens and knowing how it holds such great value, you didn't really lose a dime. Well, maybe a dime but you catch my drift.
Enjoy and post some pics when you can. I wanna see that Excellent Color Rendition of the 85L. I know my 35L produces some amazing shots. I love the colors and contrasts
I probably would have found the 85/1.2 Mk 1, or the Sigma 85 1.4. That's just me, though. Also, the 135/2.0 is supposed to be every bit as good as the 85/1.2. I think you will greatly enjoy this lens and knowing how it holds such great value, you didn't really lose a dime. Well, maybe a dime but you catch my drift.
Enjoy and post some pics when you can. I wanna see that Excellent Color Rendition of the 85L. I know my 35L produces some amazing shots. I love the colors and contrasts
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In Asia country, for let's say 2k our local currency, we only get to buy 10-22mm type of lens or the 17-40L f4. To buy something like the 85mm f1.2 is like 7.5k. More that an average salary of 3k.
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http://shashinki.com/shop/-c-82_24.html?filter_id=6&sort=2a
Here's the link to lens prices in my country. The conversion is around USD1 = RM3.15
Here's the link to lens prices in my country. The conversion is around USD1 = RM3.15
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if you got the money then there is no issue i suppose XD i envy if anything. the lens will have amazing glass thats for sure so not to worry! id be hyped. but sad too that it was 2 grand. so i know what you mean actually.
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Speaking of good deals on CL, I saw a Nikkor AF-S 600mm f/4 IF-ED II on CL this morning in St Louis for $1800. The ad is gone now, and was the original owner with case and I believe it also said he has the original receipt from B&H. Could have turned that into $3000-5000 in no time.
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