Newbie Question for DSLR

[hwchoy]

I am actually wondering if I really need a 16-35/2.8L or perhaps I can get 17-40/4L. the reason I need fast zooms is for low light performance but most of the time you will not need such wide lens, and I have the 24-70/2.8L already.

for really low light I have the ultra fast primes.

[Wackytpt]

Hi to all,

The poison is so deep.

Celticfish, I am slowly getting used to the names and equipments. ST-E2 did sound familiar to me. Don't suan me man.

For me, I am only keen of taking fish pictures and maybe some nature picture.

Should be going for the micro lens.

Hehe.. anyone got spare camera to T loan me

[hwchoy]

For me, I am only keen of taking fish pictures and maybe some nature picture.

Should be going for the micro lens.

harlo, that's what I thought too

and today that 100mm macro lens is the cheapest amongst all my other lenses

[zenscape]

This is the reason why I don't go read the posting on clubsnap anymore. The more you read the more things you find you want to buy.

Agree 100%

My friend started DSLR photography in July 2007 with an entry level Canon 400D. In October 2007, he changed to a Canon 40D when it was out and after hearing all the rave reviews. In December 07, after meet ups and comparing gears, he was convinced to go 'full frame' and get a 5D. Now he is wondering whether the upcoming 5D replacement will be better...

I shall not talk about his lens...

On the other hand, I am happy that Clubsnap is providing a platform for hobbyists to sell their stuff if they need to upgrade or find it collecting dust. Bargain hunters are also happy to get a hand on their dream stuff at reduced prices.

As for my friend, he merely lost 'depreciated value' when he sold online instead of letting his stuff lying around.

[luenny]

Here. We try to borrow or share if possible. The community is still small enough. Until you can determine that it's the right gear for you, then buy. And buy used if possible.

Cheers,

Actually that happen to me. I borrowed my friend's 105mm macro VR to test when I was buying my camera and got hooked! The thing is, his lens is now gathering dust at his house. Should have asked him to sell me his instead of buying a new one.

[valice]

I borrowed my friend's 105mm macro VR to test when I was buying my camera and got hooked!

Heng that didn't happen to me when I used Benny's 1DsMkII to help him shoot a group photo.

The camera plus the 16-35mm is damn heavy. Sort of put me off. But view finder really big big and bright bright. Very shiok.

[Wackytpt]

Wow!

Valice, you are making me drool on the gears

[benetay]

Heng that didn't happen to me when I used Benny's 1DsMkII to help him shoot a group photo.

The camera plus the 16-35mm is damn heavy. Sort of put me off. But view finder really big big and bright bright. Very shiok.

Vincent, you sound like describing big diamonds where they are big and bright giving the extra *blink blink* effect!

The 1DsMkII is seriously heavy. Due to it's weight one of the group member couldn't take it as we ascend up a hill, in the end got to help him carry his camera bag all the way up.

Please consider the weight after adding the lens. Don't carry it more often than using it to shoot.