 Kevin Harley |
24-70mm 2.8L or 24-105mm F4 IS lens So I currently own the 24-70mm 2.8L lens but I am curious to see people's opinions on whether or not the 24-105mm F4 IS is a better all around lens. I typically do most of my photography during weddings and I think the image stabilization would allow me to create sharper images. I use a Canon 5D for my pictures so just curious on input on this.
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As you already suggested, Kevin, the 24-105mm F4 IS is a better all around lens. Especially for weddings/event photography and photo journalism type situations. Of course the optics on the 24-70mm 2.8L are better and will achieve better image quality. But ONLY under carefully controlled circumstances. Like camera shake minimisation by using support (tripod). And good metering, quiet concentration, good judgment, and 'the eye'. At weddings/events you have none of those luxuries... Have fun!
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- Carlton Ward Contact Carlton Ward Carlton Ward's Gallery |
I have the 24-70 and I love this lens. My friend has the 24-105mm and he loves his lens too. For weddings, I use my 70-200mm f/2.8 IS lens more than the 24-70mm. The extra reach gives me more freedom and it is fast & sharp and has IS. Both the 24-70 & the 70-200 work very well together and I would recommend that since you already have the 24-70, to check out the 70-200. My .02 - Carlton
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Kevin Harley |
Well I already have a 70-200mm 2.8L IS, has to be the best zoom lens canon makes. I also use a 50mm 1.2L lens which is more than handy. Just lately it annoys me to see the image quality difference between my 70-200 and the 24-70. The 70-200 is by far superior and it got me thinking if the 24-105 with IS would be better. From most of what I hear the image sharpness is actually better.
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- Ken Smith Contact Ken Smith Ken Smith's Gallery |
I initially purchased the 24-70mm 2.8L lens...then, I found out about the 24-105mm IS lens. I did some research and was satisfied the 24-105mm lens was comparable in quality. About three weeks later, I went back to the main camera store in Omaha..asked if I could trade it in for the 24-105mm lens. THey said "sure", but that no one wanted the 24-70mm lens, now that the 24-105mm lens was on the market. Not sure if that was true or not, but I've always valued their opinions. Bottom line...I now have the 24-105mm lens and use if for 75% of my shots.
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- Carlton Ward Contact Carlton Ward Carlton Ward's Gallery |
Wow, I will do some test shots this weekend when visiting my friend with his 24-105 and see how they compare with my 24-70. I agree about the 70-200, it is my favorite as well. I like my 24-70 as it is fast & sharp but if the 24-105 is better, I may be contacting B&H about a swap as well. I read so many reviews trying to decide between these 2 lenses before buying it and most said that the 24-70 was superior in sharpness & contrast.
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Kevin Harley |
Yeah that's my thoughts exactly. I'd like to see some test shots of the two lenses that are taken in similar or identical circumstances. I do wish I could use the 70-200 for more purposes but it is difficult sometimes during weddings when you need to be a little closer. I wonder if canon would ever make a 24-70mm 2.8L IS USM lens. Now to me, that would be the ultimate standard zoom lens. Would likely be just as much as the 70-200 but worth every penny.
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- Ken Smith Contact Ken Smith Ken Smith's Gallery |
I also have the 70-200mm, but in the F4 version. Even if the 24-70 is sharper, it's a trade-off too...the 24-105mm gives you a little more zoom, meaning you won't have to swap lenses as much, assuming you often shoot in the 70-105mm range. I think they're comparable in value, so it just depends on what works best for you. Each person will be different.
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