Apr 24, 2006, 09:02
I've been sick of my kit lense (Canon EF-s 18-55 F3.5 II) for a while and kind of been looking for a replacement, but not really decided on anything.
Now my best friend is getting married in August and asked me not only to be her maid of honor (best woman), but also to take pictures (what a double challenge :-)) ).
so it's time to make a decision!
I want something slightly longer than the kit lense, sharp, fast focussing, and fast (wide).
So I think the Sigma 18-50 Jules suggested or the Canon 17-40 L are not my choice, because too short.
I have kind of been fancying the Canon 24-70 F2.8L, which - not only - Chris highly recommended, although it will stretch my budget. I really want something fast, so I don't even look at anything F4.
My concern with the 24-70 is that on my 350D it might be not wide enough for some shots (I have never done a wedding!!).
And another limitation is that I really would prefer to be able to do most of the shooting with one lense, as I will be maid as well and don't want to have to carry a bag and fiddle with lenses all the time.
Has anyone had a chance to compare the Canon 24-70L to the equivalent Sigma, which is less than half the price?
And what other suggestions do you have for me, with regard to the wedding in particular?
Thanks for any help,
uli
Now my best friend is getting married in August and asked me not only to be her maid of honor (best woman), but also to take pictures (what a double challenge :-)) ).
so it's time to make a decision!
I want something slightly longer than the kit lense, sharp, fast focussing, and fast (wide).
So I think the Sigma 18-50 Jules suggested or the Canon 17-40 L are not my choice, because too short.
I have kind of been fancying the Canon 24-70 F2.8L, which - not only - Chris highly recommended, although it will stretch my budget. I really want something fast, so I don't even look at anything F4.
My concern with the 24-70 is that on my 350D it might be not wide enough for some shots (I have never done a wedding!!).
And another limitation is that I really would prefer to be able to do most of the shooting with one lense, as I will be maid as well and don't want to have to carry a bag and fiddle with lenses all the time.
Has anyone had a chance to compare the Canon 24-70L to the equivalent Sigma, which is less than half the price?
And what other suggestions do you have for me, with regard to the wedding in particular?
Thanks for any help,
uli