View Full Version : Rare Canon 50mm f/1 Samples
Sean Setters
10-05-2012, 12:14 PM
The Canon 50mm f/1 wasn't produced for very long or in great numbers. That's why this lens commands such a high resale price on the used market. For one photographer's experience with the lens, check out the site below.
http://journal.bryansoderlind.com/uncategorized/f1.html (http://journal.bryansoderlind.com/uncategorized/f1.html)
Sean Setters
10-05-2012, 05:20 PM
Nope, not me. My latest photography splurge was the Tamrac Expedition 8x 5588 (http://www.adorama.com/TR5588BK.html?emailprice=t&KBID=41619&sub=News).
Now I can happily fit two gripped bodies and seven lenses into the same bag (before it required two bags).
ahab1372
10-05-2012, 05:37 PM
Looks like a fun tool to have. Thanks for sharing
I don't know it it just me but I don't think those images are that sharp.
I'm seeing very soft images.
Sean Setters
10-05-2012, 07:53 PM
I don't know it it just me but I don't think those images are that sharp.
I'm seeing very soft images.
The lens is not really known for its sharpness. However, an aperture of f/1 is quite an anomaly in today's DSLR world. The paper-thin DOF is what fascinates people with this lens--it begs to be used for portraiture. And keep in mind, for most portraiture, razor sharp images are not exactly a requirement (in fact, razar sharp images can be detrimental to a portraiture business). :-)
Kayaker72
10-05-2012, 08:11 PM
Nope, not me. My latest photography splurge was the Tamrac Expedition 8x 5588 (http://www.adorama.com/TR5588BK.html?emailprice=t&KBID=41619&sub=News).
Now I can happily fit two gripped bodies and seven lenses into the same bag (before it required two bags).
Sean,
How do you like the Tamrac? I almost bought one a couple years ago when I settled in on the Fastpack 350. One of the reasons I didn't get one is that no one on this forum had recommended Tamrac (as I recall).
Brant
Sean Setters
10-05-2012, 08:29 PM
Sean,
How do you like the Tamrac? I almost bought one a couple years ago when I settled in on the Fastpack 350. One of the reasons I didn't get one is that no one on this forum had recommended Tamrac (as I recall).
Brant
I really like it for my specific needs. However, keep in mind I'm not a avid backpacker, hiker, or adventure person. I honestly don't think I'll ever be carrying this pack for longer than 1/8 mile at any time. Therefore, I can't (and probably will never be able to) comment on the durability and overall comfort of the pack.
Previously, when my gear was split between two backpacks, I would typically pack one with what I thought I'd need and leave the other bag in the car. I viewed the other bag as a "back-up" kit. That said, I often found myself wanting to use a lens that was packed in away in the other bag. Granted, it probably wasn't very far of a hike to the car. Nonetheless, I usually played the lazy card and kept shooting with what I had at hand.
Consolidating the equipment into one pack leaves me with no excuses. Whenever I think another lens will work better, I have it right at hand.
Having used it for a little while now, my impression is that it isn't really designed to carry camera equipment and hiking essentials--it's designed to carry lots camera gear, and do it well. But that's exactly what I use it for...
Busted Knuckles
10-06-2012, 03:08 AM
I really like the paper thin DOF and the seperation from the background. I agree it screems for portrait work.