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AshRinz
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« on: December 15, 2007, 01:06:08 AM »
Hi all,
I just got myself the 85mm F1.8 and am now trying to get use to the minimum focusing distance required by it since I'm on 40D.
I'd appreciate any tips or suggestions on how to fully utillise this wonderful lens. (Reads: I haven't shot prime for a very long time Smiley ) Time to start moving the old pair of legs.
Thank you.
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« Reply #1 on: December 15, 2007, 01:09:32 AM »
Why did you buy the lens in the first place?
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« Reply #2 on: December 15, 2007, 01:18:43 AM »
Quote from: victor on December 15, 2007, 01:09:32 AM
Why did you buy the lens in the first place?

For one, I love portraiture. Guess thats why I got this lens since my 17-55 is not giving enough background blur even at wide open.
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« Reply #3 on: December 15, 2007, 08:43:06 PM »
Its time to start shooting more.Thats is how you utilize the lens...
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« Reply #4 on: December 15, 2007, 10:37:45 PM »
I've got 100mm F/2. How i utilize it and learn? Go to some of the public exhibitions,events and etc to shoot and post to get some feedback from other users.
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« Reply #5 on: December 15, 2007, 11:05:27 PM »
Quote from: AshRinz on December 15, 2007, 01:18:43 AM
For one, I love portraiture. Guess thats why I got this lens since my 17-55 is not giving enough background blur even at wide open.

Having seen many portrait shots online taken using the 17-55IS. I have come to a conclusion that the 17-55IS lens is a good lens but just not good enough. True enough that it's a versatile lens but it's not a good one for specific purposes. Since you like portraiture, I suggest you look into replacing the lens with either the 24-105 or the 24-70. The bokeh is sweeter for these 2 lenses.
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« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2007, 01:00:46 AM »
Quote from: Klose on December 15, 2007, 11:05:27 PM
Having seen many portrait shots online taken using the 17-55IS. I have come to a conclusion that the 17-55IS lens is a good lens but just not good enough. True enough that it's a versatile lens but it's not a good one for specific purposes. Since you like portraiture, I suggest you look into replacing the lens with either the 24-105 or the 24-70. The bokeh is sweeter for these 2 lenses.

Well..the 24-70 or maybe the 24-105 will be coming in the near future, when I get my FF body Smiley
As for now, the 17-55 is my workhorse as I need the wide and tele ends of it to cover wedding.
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« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2007, 05:06:38 PM »
simple. bring it out to shoot shoot shoot!

the best part about the 85/1.8 is the fast focusing speed and the ability to shoot in dim lighting conditions... Smiley
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« Reply #8 on: December 16, 2007, 05:31:57 PM »
Quote from: Michael on December 16, 2007, 05:06:38 PM
simple. bring it out to shoot shoot shoot!

the best part about the 85/1.8 is the fast focusing speed and the ability to shoot in dim lighting conditions... Smiley

Am doing it now already. Smiley
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« Reply #9 on: December 16, 2007, 05:34:51 PM »
Quote from: Michael on December 16, 2007, 05:06:38 PM
simple. bring it out to shoot shoot shoot!

the best part about the 85/1.8 is the fast focusing speed and the ability to shoot in dim lighting conditions... Smiley

A pity you sold yours away. Tongue
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« Reply #10 on: December 16, 2007, 06:25:10 PM »
I found a better one... 80F2.8 tilt shift...

that lens is good but it has a slight colour cast... cant blame a non-L
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