*OFFICIAL* general photography conversation thread - Page 59 - M5POST

M_Six · 08-12-2011, 11:42 PM

POTN has some amazing shots from this lens. I suppose I should use my 10-22mm more and see if it's even worth the $290 to try the Rokinon. It just seems like such a sharp lens.

The1 · 08-13-2011, 12:38 AM

Just curious, does anyone here have experience shooting the 70-200mm F2.8 version one in comparison to version 2?

I found someone selling the version 1 and am curious about it. would consider it and selling my F4 and possibly my 100mm macro to finance the purchase.

sourphish · 08-13-2011, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The1

Just curious, does anyone here have experience shooting the 70-200mm F2.8 version one in comparison to version 2?

I found someone selling the version 1 and am curious about it. would consider it and selling my F4 and possibly my 100mm macro to finance the purchase.

For some reason, I had a higher hit rate of keeper photos with the version 1 of the 70-200 2.8 IS than the version 2. But it could be that my copy of the version 2 is on the lower end of the spectrum, but I haven't tested a second copy either. I also changed camera bodies too so that's another variable. I don't think you can go wrong with either of them; Both have superb IQ. Maybe I can find a few pictures taken with them if I can find my external hard drive amidst all my junk.

The1 · 08-13-2011, 12:47 AM

Compare lenses head to head

thought you folks might find this intertaining to play with

it does multiple brands as well. you could also compare lenses against other brand lenses.

can't say any of it is accurate, but could amuse some of you for a few hours.

The1 · 08-13-2011, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sourphish

For some reason, I had a higher hit rate of keeper photos with the version 1 of the 70-200 2.8 IS than the version 2. But it could be that my copy of the version 2 is on the lower end of the spectrum, but I haven't tested a second copy either. I also changed camera bodies too so that's another variable. I don't think you can go wrong with either of them; Both have superb IQ. Maybe I can find a few pictures taken with them if I can find my external hard drive amidst all my junk.

thanks, would be awesome to see a couple, would be appreciated.

The1 · 08-13-2011, 12:49 AM

I know there are 2 extra pieces of glass in the newer version, which has advantages and disadvantages. I gather the II version is to be sharper and faster focusing, but i'm wondering if the original has better contrast and color because of less glass.

Weebl · 08-13-2011, 01:02 AM

The II is better in all respects but more so at the 70mm end. Going by the MTF chart. I don't know about the focusing at all but the stop advantage of the II cannot be denied.

Dave,
Need a kidney,liver,lung??? Three for the price of a 500 ;-)

sourphish · 08-13-2011, 02:50 AM

So here's a few shots that I found using the version 2 shortly within the first few days I got the lens. The three pictures of dogs on page 13 of the "pets thread" were also taken with the version 2 I think. Nothing remarkable, but I hope they help a bit.

1)

2)

3)

The1 · 08-13-2011, 08:11 AM

Thanks guys, looks like i'll have to keep my eyes open for the version II then. Version I is tempting, but probably best to do it once and do it right.

Chewy734 · 08-13-2011, 08:48 AM

Pretty sick video done with some nice Nikon gear. [more info]

The1 · 08-13-2011, 08:54 AM

that's pretty sweet, and intense tunes!

gary88 · 08-15-2011, 02:37 PM

Selling my 580

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...4#post12939984

infinitekid2002 · 08-15-2011, 02:49 PM

And so begins my Photography hobby journey:

rodi · 08-15-2011, 02:59 PM

sourphish · 08-15-2011, 03:08 PM

^ Dang, beautiful videos above...

Quote:

Originally Posted by infinitekid2002

And so begins my Photography hobby journey:

Welcome to the journey! It's as money consuming as modding our cars...but at least photography lasts longer, holds greater value for longer, and brings more satisfaction, I think :P

Chewy734 · 08-15-2011, 07:30 PM

awesome video rodi... thanks for sharing.

Chewy734 · 08-15-2011, 07:50 PM

interesting dSLR lens hood

gary88 · 08-15-2011, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary88

Selling my 580

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...4#post12939984

Four hours later and I already sold it and have cash in hand, dude drove an hour up here to pick it up

M_Six · 08-15-2011, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary88

Four hours later and I already sold it and have cash in hand, dude drove an hour up here to pick it up

Kudos on the sale, but someone actually drove an hour to save $50?

gary88 · 08-15-2011, 08:41 PM

Well I gave him a $15 discount, plus he had an Integra so gas probably wasn't an issue.

Weebl · 08-15-2011, 09:17 PM

Who knows, maybe an excuse to drive. I volunteered to drive to Arizona (1500 mi rt) to deliver a cat.

Rodi, that guy definitely knows how to film, check out the others also.

M_Six · 08-15-2011, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Weebl

Who knows, maybe an excuse to drive. I volunteered to drive to Arizona (1500 mi rt) to deliver a cat.

Rodi, that guy definitely knows how to film, check out the others also.

Well of course, it's a cat. Nothing is too good for kitties.

08-12-2011, 11:42 PM	#1277
M_Six Free Thinker Drives: 2005 X5 3.0 & 2006 Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Charleston, IL Posts: 3,977 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 X5 3.0 [0.00] 2006 Z4 3.0si [0.00]	POTN has some amazing shots from this lens. I suppose I should use my 10-22mm more and see if it's even worth the $290 to try the Rokinon. It just seems like such a sharp lens. __________________ Mark - Randomography "The $0.99 menu was put on this Earth for a good damn reason." -Weebl

08-13-2011, 01:02 AM	#1283
Weebl Weebl wobbles but eats Pie Drives: 2008 335i, 2000 740i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,242 iTrader: (0)	The II is better in all respects but more so at the 70mm end. Going by the MTF chart. I don't know about the focusing at all but the stop advantage of the II cannot be denied. Dave, Need a kidney,liver,lung??? Three for the price of a 500 ;-) __________________ Kevin Kevingoto.smugmug.com 2000 740i-Annalisa and 2008 335i-Weebl. Weebl may wobble but has DTC mods HPFP,4 new injectors,1 transfer pump assembly,front wheel bearings A few E9X Nerd points

08-13-2011, 02:50 AM	#1284
sourphish Major Drives: '07 335i E92 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Berkeley and San Gabriel, CA Posts: 1,426 iTrader: (20) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 335i [3.50]	So here's a few shots that I found using the version 2 shortly within the first few days I got the lens. The three pictures of dogs on page 13 of the "pets thread" were also taken with the version 2 I think. Nothing remarkable, but I hope they help a bit. 1) 2) 3) __________________ 2007 E92 335i, 6MT, Sparking Graphite, ZPP, ZSP, Nav, Logic7

08-13-2011, 08:48 AM	#1286
Chewy734 Major General Drives: 2006 BMW 330i ZPP, ZSP Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 6,599 iTrader: (15)	Pretty sick video done with some nice Nikon gear. [more info] __________________ Currently for sale: N/A

08-15-2011, 02:37 PM	#1288
gary88 Ikea enthusiast Drives: '07 E92 335i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,721 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [3.83]	Selling my 580 http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...4#post12939984 __________________ garyhebdingjr.com \| flickr

08-13-2011, 12:38 AM	#1278
The1 Major General Drives: white 135 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: KW ontario/vancouver temporarily Posts: 5,118 iTrader: (0)	Just curious, does anyone here have experience shooting the 70-200mm F2.8 version one in comparison to version 2? I found someone selling the version 1 and am curious about it. would consider it and selling my F4 and possibly my 100mm macro to finance the purchase.

08-13-2011, 12:47 AM	#1280
The1 Major General Drives: white 135 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: KW ontario/vancouver temporarily Posts: 5,118 iTrader: (0)	Compare lenses head to head thought you folks might find this intertaining to play with it does multiple brands as well. you could also compare lenses against other brand lenses. can't say any of it is accurate, but could amuse some of you for a few hours.

08-13-2011, 12:49 AM	#1282
The1 Major General Drives: white 135 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: KW ontario/vancouver temporarily Posts: 5,118 iTrader: (0)	I know there are 2 extra pieces of glass in the newer version, which has advantages and disadvantages. I gather the II version is to be sharper and faster focusing, but i'm wondering if the original has better contrast and color because of less glass.

08-13-2011, 08:11 AM	#1285
The1 Major General Drives: white 135 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: KW ontario/vancouver temporarily Posts: 5,118 iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys, looks like i'll have to keep my eyes open for the version II then. Version I is tempting, but probably best to do it once and do it right.

08-13-2011, 08:54 AM	#1287
The1 Major General Drives: white 135 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: KW ontario/vancouver temporarily Posts: 5,118 iTrader: (0)	that's pretty sweet, and intense tunes!

08-15-2011, 02:49 PM	#1289
infinitekid2002 Creepin while ya sleepin Drives: Like a Bat out of Hell Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: City of Angels Posts: 3,189 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 135i [3.59]	And so begins my Photography hobby journey: Attached Images __________________

08-15-2011, 02:59 PM	#1290
rodi . . . Drives: your FACE! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Atlanta proper Posts: 2,391 iTrader: (-1)	__________________ 2009 135i \| space grey \| sport \| navi \| hifi \| heated dinan stage 2 software \| bmw performance exhaust kw v2 \| hotchkis front sway \| vmr v710

08-15-2011, 07:30 PM	#1292
Chewy734 Major General Drives: 2006 BMW 330i ZPP, ZSP Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 6,599 iTrader: (15)	awesome video rodi... thanks for sharing. __________________ Currently for sale: N/A

08-15-2011, 07:50 PM	#1293
Chewy734 Major General Drives: 2006 BMW 330i ZPP, ZSP Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 6,599 iTrader: (15)	interesting dSLR lens hood __________________ Currently for sale: N/A

08-15-2011, 08:41 PM	#1296
gary88 Ikea enthusiast Drives: '07 E92 335i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,721 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [3.83]	Well I gave him a $15 discount, plus he had an Integra so gas probably wasn't an issue. __________________ garyhebdingjr.com \| flickr

08-15-2011, 09:17 PM	#1297
Weebl Weebl wobbles but eats Pie Drives: 2008 335i, 2000 740i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,242 iTrader: (0)	Who knows, maybe an excuse to drive. I volunteered to drive to Arizona (1500 mi rt) to deliver a cat. Rodi, that guy definitely knows how to film, check out the others also. __________________ Kevin Kevingoto.smugmug.com 2000 740i-Annalisa and 2008 335i-Weebl. Weebl may wobble but has DTC mods HPFP,4 new injectors,1 transfer pump assembly,front wheel bearings A few E9X Nerd points

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