recommended lens for low light shooting

[raptor]

I got poisoned recently when I had the opportunity to shoot with a 5D and 85/1.2.. if i'll post online once i get permission from the couple

[Denosha]

Lol! That's why i try to avoiding touch/using/renting gear i dun own. Wait tio poison that's it... 

[victor]

Tio Poison, then just "buy" the cure lor !!!!

[hwchoy]

I don't dare to touch the 85/1.2L *heehee*

[hwchoy]

I also would like a f/2.8, but they are expensive. Can't afford. 

like me then, get the old magic drainpipe at sub $1K.

[Canew]

like me then, get the old magic drainpipe at sub $1K.

Yup, that is a consideration. But to find a gem is difficult.

[AshRinz]

don't waste your money buying every single good lens there is...

full frame:
24-70, 24-105

1.6x crop:
10-22, 17-55

either:
17-40, 70-200

you're going to regret your purchases once you realise you shoot very little with those selected lens.
the best bet is to pick one that suits your shooting style and is probably what you'll use all the time.

you already have a 17-85 IS and a 60 Macro.
i would say the first one to get rid off is the 60mm macro.
then after that, take your time to find out what you would rather prefer.

naturally, if u still have lots of cash to burn, you can get rid of both.
then get a full frame body, and then a 24-105 and then a 70-200/2.8 as well as a 1.4x TC on it.
now that's a solid range from 24mm to 280mm all at F4

Hi michael, may i know why do you say the 60mm is the first to be rid off? cause i'm actually looking into buying it specifically for portraiture purpose.
Looking for a lens thats actually not too big and heavy for walking around. Your kind inputs may just make me go for a better lens.
Any issues associated with it as a portrait lens? Thank you.

[hwchoy]

for portraiture you want a lens with fantastic bokeh. I think macro lenses are engineered for neutral bokeh, certainly my EF 100/2.8 macro have "okay" bokeh but you will want something better if you are really into portraits.

at that price point I suggest you go for an EF 85/1.8, new at $599 without GST.

[AshRinz]

Thanx. I did thought of that lens (85mm f1. and am still thinking
But my worries is hand holding the camera while shooting since its 135mm equivalent to 35mm format. The kind of shutter speed to get sharp picture,
is almost impossible indoors and without flash.

But then again, i could use the macro if i'm not shooting portraits.

*sigh*...decisions....decisions...

[Michael]

i personally swear by the 85/1.8, one of canon's fastest if not, the fastest focusing

the only problem about it not being an L would be the colour cast. a bit yellowish green

[hwchoy]

But my worries is hand holding the camera while shooting since its 135mm equivalent to 35mm format. The kind of shutter speed to get sharp picture,
is almost impossible indoors and without flash.

you worry too damn much! we aren't even asking you to shoot dances without flash yet

[AshRinz]

you worry too damn much! we aren't even asking you to shoot dances without flash yet

No thats gonna be a 'mission imposssible' for me

[raptor]

f/1.8 at iso 1600 or 3200 is enough for most situations IMO I can get shots with minmal handshake at 1/90 or even 1/60 sec but you will need to brace yourself a little..