Dan Honemann wrote:
> > I want one of those too! (135/2L)
>
> It's a beaut. And it shares the same filter size and hood as the
> 185/3.5L macro. Add a 1.4x TC and you've got a very usable
> 189mm/2.8. I'm really looking forward to using this as my primary
> portrait lens.
Ah . . . except I already have a 200/2.8! :-) When the budget allows (ever?),
I'm looking to fill the gap between the 85/1.8 and the 200/2.8--I keep
vacillating between the 135/2L and the 70-200/4L.
> > The 85/1.8 is a fine lens in its own right--even if it hunts
> > a little compared to "L" lenses (at least mine does)
>
> You think the 85/1.8 hunts? Wait till you try the 1.2.
Only in comparison to my 28-70/2.8 and the 200/2.8. It isn't really a problem,
just something I notice when switching from one to the other. This on an EOS 3,
btw.
> That's a LOT of glass to move!
I was just looking at the specs: it weighs about 15% *more* than the 28-70/2.8L,
which is not exactly a lightweight. :-)
> I have to admit, much as I shy away from zooms, I'm tempted by the 28-
> 70/2.8L as a general purpose lens. A bit heavy, but fine optics
> throughout my most often used focal range.
I have been very pleased with the optical performance of this lens, but if I had
handled one before I bought, I probably would have chosen something else due to
the size and weight. Sometimes I just don't want to lug it around. Like most
others, I often wish it went to 80 mm. I must say, though, that whenever I'm
actually using it, I have no complaints.
> I want the SLR for telephoto and macro work.
In that case perhaps you should pass on the 85/1.2L and take a good hard look at
the 300/2.8L, even if second-hand. A bit bulky, but a tremendous lens otherwise.
In any event, the bottom line is that you are quite likely to be pleased with
whatever you end up with as long as you stay away from the bottom-end stuff.
I'll be curious to know whether you find your EOS photos lacking in Leica
"essence" (those who frequent the 35mm rec.photo.equipment.35mm newsgroup will
understand this remark). ;-)
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