p.1 #2 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
Lee has a filter kit for the 14-24 but it likely isn't what you need. I don't think they have a big stopper for it or anything similar. The 16-35 is likely your best bet if you want a zoom, or maybe a 24mm f/1.4 if you want a prime (if that is wide enough).
p.1 #3 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
I use a low profile CP on my 16-35 and don't notice any vignetting, don't know about stacking filters however.
I owned both the 14-24 and 16-35 for use on my 800 and now 800E and sold the 14-24. My reasoning:
If you need f2.8 or 14mm(which is pretty cool) or less distortion at 16mm then the 14-24 is a no brainer.
If you need a lighter more compact lens with more range, VR that takes filters then the 16-35 fits the bill.
Yes the 14-24 is a tad sharper and slightly better in the corners but not as much as many would have you think. My 16-35 is plenty sharp and the distortion at 16mm is handled pretty well with lens correction. Since I handhold most of the time the VR does make a difference. In the end I didn't need both and felt the 16-35 was just better all around for me.
I recommend reading this review based on my experience he's right on the money with his findings.
p.1 #4 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
kazinvan: Thanks for the comments. Will begin with the 16-35 and see what "develops."
rd4tile: Thanks as well. You confirmed my inclination. Will begin with the 16-35 and perhaps pick up a 14mm prime in the future if needed or possibly a full-circle fisheye.
p.1 #6 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
I'm on the cusp of buying a 14-24 for long exposures (yup, clouds and water) on my D700.
My concern with the 16-35 is the distortion on the wide end. Once corrected at 16mm, how much FoV do you actually lose? Do you end up with 18mm FoV equivalent undistorted?
p.1 #8 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
I waffled back and forth, longing for (and prepared to buy) the 14-24 for my D800E but in the end, I chose the 16-35. The advantages of filters, VR, and general good feedback from users led me to save the money. I just didn't have enough to justify the 14-24 given that I don't shoot wide all that often and when I do, like this OP, I like to use ND.
p.1 #9 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
Hitech has their "big stopper" for the SW150 filter adaptor. The 14-24 is a sweet piece of glass but I think for peace of mind I'd grab the 16-35 again. The front element always made me over protective & is one more distraction you have to contend with. But it is great glass.
p.1 #10 · WA Lens(es) for Very Long Exposure Water/Clouds?
Chaz wrote:
How will you gain long exposure without ND filter?
I'll just wait until it's dark enough.
I've thought about getting the Lee adapter or the like. Even just buying a 150mm filter and holding it in front of the lens to start. Also not buying exclusively for long exposure.
