DSLR Shots and Discussions

LunaZ · 09-07-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

If you want examples and discussion galore, go to POTN. I LOVE the site:

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM - Canon Digital Photography Forums

What's your name on POTN?

happytheman · 09-07-2013, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by LunaZ

What's your name on POTN?

Well, surprise of surprises..it's happytheman.

I mostly lurk.

GaleForce · 09-07-2013, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

What you write is true. Everyone I have talked to who has experience with the lens will tell you it is "L" quality. I agree with them. I would take the chance and get one without trying it -- it is that good.

I can trust your recommendation. I'll order one up.

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Originally Posted by LunaZ

You could always rent one and try it out.
Also, B&H has an easy to live with return policy which would be cheaper than a rental should you decide you don't like it.

No one has one to rent here. I'll buy one from B&H like you said. I have bought from them before, great prices and service.

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman

If you want examples and discussion galore, go to POTN. I LOVE the site:

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM - Canon Digital Photography Forums

Thanks!

onzedge · 09-07-2013, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

I can trust your recommendation. I'll order one up.

No one has one to rent here. I'll buy one from B&H like you said. I have bought from them before, great prices and service.

Thanks!

happytheman · 09-07-2013, 04:26 PM

Wow! This was posted in potn and was shot with that 10-22!

LunaZ · 09-08-2013, 12:55 AM

BTS with my trusty 40MM pancake.

NSFW

Huck · 09-08-2013, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

Wow! This was posted in potn and was shot with that 10-22!

That's purty! I'm looking for a decent lens for my Nikon D5100 that takes sharp pics like that, but doesn't break the bank. Any suggestions?

I survived Zdayz 2013... (barely)

happytheman · 09-08-2013, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Huck

That's purty! I'm looking for a decent lens for my Nikon D5100 that takes sharp pics like that, but doesn't break the bank. Any suggestions?

I survived Zdayz 2013... (barely)

Most of what is considered quality glass is unfortunately pricey. What ya willin' to part with, mon frere?

Titan1080 · 09-12-2013, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Huck

That's purty! I'm looking for a decent lens for my Nikon D5100 that takes sharp pics like that, but doesn't break the bank. Any suggestions?

I survived Zdayz 2013... (barely)

Though it ain't cheap, for around $700 you can pick up the Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/1.8 prime lens, the only drawback I'm still learning to work around when I'm indoors is that it's effectively a 42mm lens on my compact D5000.

HKYStormFront · 09-09-2013, 06:24 AM

yea nikon unfortunately doesn't offer much in the way of "midrange" glass. it's either their lower end stuff (which is typically better than canon's) or their pro glass which is big $$$

Cmike2780 · 09-09-2013, 09:58 AM

Huck, most of the lenses out there can get you great results. It really depends on the focal length you need and the maximum aperture. Faster aperture lenses usually raise the price but aren't always as sharp as the cheaper lenses. Zoom lenses also tend to be more expensive than primes. If you want sharper images, each lens usually has a sweet spot in terms of the right aperture to use. The first thing you should consider is the focal length. If you want a wide angle or fish eye, Nikon offers the 10.5mm or the 10-24mm...both of which are kind of pricey. Unfortunately, so are other zooms close to them like the 16-85mm and the 18-200mm. Both zooms are leaps better than the kit lens though, so it's worth considering. The only lenses that are relatively inexpensive and works with your camera I can think of is the 35mm f/1.8 & 50mm f/1.8. You can always go with Sigma lenses which run a bit cheaper.

I'd also look at 500px is Photography and check out what others have done with the equipment they have. Type in "landscape+D5100" in the search. It usually shows the meta data for each pic.

saber · 09-09-2013, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

Huck, most of the lenses out there can get you great results. It really depends on the focal length you need and the maximum aperture. Faster aperture lenses usually raise the price but aren't always as sharp as the cheaper lenses. Zoom lenses also tend to be more expensive than primes. If you want sharper images, each lens usually has a sweet spot in terms of the right aperture to use. The first thing you should consider is the focal length. If you want a wide angle or fish eye, Nikon offers the 10.5mm or the 10-24mm...both of which are kind of pricey. Unfortunately, so are other zooms close to them like the 16-85mm and the 18-200mm. Both zooms are leaps better than the kit lens though, so it's worth considering. The only lenses that are relatively inexpensive and works with your camera I can think of is the 35mm f/1.8 & 50mm f/1.8. You can always go with Sigma lenses which run a bit cheaper.

I'd also look at 500px is Photography and check out what others have done with the equipment they have. Type in "landscape+D5100" in the search. It usually shows the meta data for each pic.

I just want to say that the 18-200 is my favorite lens I have right now. It's super versatile, and I love that I don't have to carry anything other than my 35mm in my bag with this thing.

ZMan8 · 09-09-2013, 11:18 AM

Question for you guys. What is the difference between some of the different polorizer filters. There are cheap ones for $7 by tiffen and $88 one by B&W. Any experience with the cheaper ones?

Cmike2780 · 09-09-2013, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

Question for you guys. What is the difference between some of the different polorizer filters. There are cheap ones for $7 by tiffen and $88 one by B&W. Any experience with the cheaper ones?

You tend to lose image quality with the really cheap ones. That's why I usually don't bother with any clear filters on my lenses. I'd pick the B&W or Hoya filters over the cheap ones unless you're just experimenting. The cheap filters will work, but they're not worth it if you plan to keep your filters for a while. The cheap ones sometime use plastic instead of glass. Truthfully though, you have to really look and know what to look for to tell the difference when comparing end result images.

Also, if your lenses have different filter sizes, buy the one for your largest lens and get some step down rings to fit the smaller ones. Usually 72mm or 62mm. This way, you don't have to buy more than one filter. The larger filters, obviously, tend to be a bit more expensive.

osbornsm · 09-13-2013, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ZMan8

Question for you guys. What is the difference between some of the different polorizer filters. There are cheap ones for $7 by tiffen and $88 one by B&W. Any experience with the cheaper ones?

Also, some polarizers are linear, some are circular. Additionally, there's the 10 dollar range and the 50 dollar range for polarizers. Unless you're selling photos you're taking... go low price.

...But don't forget to buy the correct size for your lens... different filters sizes avail for diff lenses and makes.

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