BTW, Duncan...I'm not a seasoned professional like you and some of the other lads here, and I'm just learning to use a super-wide...so bear that in mind. My samples are the first attempts of a relative newbie. Heck - I ain't even used an adapter thingy before. Combine that with my 50 year old eyes and you've got a recipe for disaster :-)
So, it's highly possible that in the right hands...the 14-24G results could be sharper than my offerings to date.
Which brings me to my next exciting announcement:
I have sent my G-EOS set-up down to Sedona to spend some time with a fellow FM'er who does know how to focus a wide-angle lens - at least well enough to have shot covers for National Geographic. I am hoping that when he gets done putting her through her paces...he will have some interesting information and images to share with us.
Cheers,
Scott
Just got an update from John at LEE filters regarding the use of filters on the Nikon 14-24G:
"Hi Scott,
The FKD100/98 is a custom part that can be ordered directly from Lee by calling the number below. It costs $70 and takes about a month to make. It mounts in the FK100 holder so mounting on the lens is not necessary.
The FK100 push-on filter holder is $160 and can also be purchased directly from Lee or one of our larger retailers like B&H Photo.
The holder mounts by sliding over the petal shade. You turn a knob and the holder clamps down on the shade with a built-in collar. Then all the normal Lee filters can be used. We recommend that the gaps behind the holder left by the shorter petals be covered to avoid reflections. They can be taped or some photographers use a “scrunchy” (women’s elastic pony-tail holder) which seems to work quite well.
Here’s a photo and description. After you click on the link, scroll down in the small window to “Push On Filter Holder” and click on it." http://www.leefilters.com/camera/products/finder/ref:C4756775B6C7AE/
Sincerely,
John Adler
LEE Filters USA / Screen Shade
(800)576-5055
Thanks Duncan,
I'm just trying to learn, share info on the G-EOS... and help keep the thread alive. I'm surprised that more people haven't posted images. I guess it's probably because there still aren't too many adapters in the wild yet.
I'm going to order the filter set up from LEE.
Been to CR lately?
Cheers,
Scottt
As was shown here, the hood will vignette at 14mm when stopped down. Why has it taken so long for this to be documented? Hubsand (Mark) had nothing bad to say about his adapter over six months ago when he was peddling it, even though this potential issue was brought up - but went unanswered
Anon Moss wrote:
Paul,
Here's a sample shot that has the vignetting in the top left and bottom right corners. You can't really see the bottom right vignette because the corner is so dark...but it's there. I don't know what causes it. I think it only occurs at 14mm, but I'm not sure. You sure miss EXIF data when you are used to it, and then you have to do without.
Scott
pdmphoto wrote:
As was shown here, the hood will vignette at 14mm when stopped down. Why has it taken so long for this to be documented? Hubsand (Mark) had nothing bad to say about his adapter over six months ago when he was peddling it, even though this potential issue was brought up - but went unanswered
I've the lens stopped down at 14mm without any vignette or having the hood appearing in the frame. From the sunburst, one can tell that the lens has been fully stopped down:
Here's two from Temple Square in Salt Lake.
I posted this a month ago in another thread, but figured I'd repost it here
in case anyone wants to see how this lens behaves with an architectural subject.
I think this was the first time I used the lens. I was hurrying, and wasn't taking notes, so I don't recall the settings. Using a 1DsII.
The second shot was cropped from a full reflection shot like the top one.
And the bottom one is approximately a 200% crop.
Cheers,
Scott
Anon Moss, I would be very curious to hear if you actually received the custom FKD100/98 since it's been about a month and if so how convenient it's operation is. How difficult is to stop the holes and aesthetically what is the appearance of the lens with all of the Lee accessories attached? Also, have you been using the circular polarizer and if so is it difficult to rotate the entire holder with multiple filters in it?
Thanks.
lebrillo95 wrote:
Anon Moss, I would be very curious to hear if you actually received the custom FKD100/98 since it's been about a month and if so how convenient it's operation is. How difficult is to stop the holes and aesthetically what is the appearance of the lens with all of the Lee accessories attached? Also, have you been using the circular polarizer and if so is it difficult to rotate the entire holder with multiple filters in it?
Thanks.
My G-EOS 14-24 setup is currently on loan to a fellow FMer in Sedona.
I will probably be trying the LEE filter holder when it returns.
If I do, I will post pics and a summary of my experience with it.
John at LEE filters says that the LEE adapter and filters should work fine at most settings with the 14-24G (see above in this thread)...but FMer 'Andrew Gough' wrote this in another recent thread:
"I have the slip on lee adapter, and I shimmed it for a snug fit. The problem is that the filter holders vignette in the image. I am not even sure that the filter is wide enough - looking for some blue tack to see. I'll let you know."
At this point in time after reading conflicting reports, I'm hoping that someone who has tested the LEE gear on a 14-24G will post a thorough review of their experience.
I am going to e-mail Andrew right now to see if he can add some more detailed info about his experience to this thread.
I'm also going to e-mail John at LEE again. I would like to get assurance that if LEE's gear for this lens doesn't work...that a refund would be available.
Cheers
Scott
I look at some of the review on this lens and discovered that there has no filter canbe added to protect this lens. Is it a big trouble for you? Does this lens even have a lens cap to protect it?
HapZungLam - Yes, a lens cap is provided and no way I would carry that lens around without the lens cap. On the other hand, I never used any protective filter on any of my lenses. So, this is a non-issue for me.
derekdanois wrote:
AGeoJO, thanks for the clarification on hubsand. In addition to my 1DsM3, I also have a D3 that I use the 14-24 on...fantastic performance. My issue is that there are no Canon lenses that meet that performance and I really need a solid wide angle performer on the 1DsM3. In any event, just want to get what I paid for.
I know it goes against prevailing wisdom on this forum, but I'd recommend that you consider trying the 16-35mm Mark II with DXO Optics Pro as a substitute for the 14-24. I have been using DXO Optics Pro for about a year now, and get fantastic results. It only works for supported lenses. I use it a lot with my Canon 17-40mm and 24-105mm (and other lenses) on my Canon 5D. I've also used it with a 16-35mm Mark I on a 1DsII. DXO Optics Pro achieves levels of sharpness (without artifacts) and microcontrast that I cannot achieve in any other way (or at least not without A LOT of work) and I am a very experienced and advanced photoshop user. My settings for DXO Optics Pro, if you care to download it and try it, are lens softness at "0" (this is the most important feature, IMHO; it restores lens sharpness and micro contrast to a standard measurement, based on detailed lens and body-specific tests), chromatic aberration at default, and I use DXO lighting a medium (this is great for macro contrast and preserving highlight and shadow detail). I also often prefer the color I get from using "neutral" as opposed to the "in camera" color. I have been truly amazed at the results including those I've obtained from a 1DsII and 16-35mm Mark I.
Ok gents...
now does anyone have any images to contribute to this thread?
The OP asked for "pics from 14-24mm on EOS bodies".
Can we stay on topic please?
BTW:
Here's a teaser from our fellow FMer in Sedona who is borrowing my G-EOS 14-24
and testing it on his 1DsIII (he currently owns Canon's 16-35mkII):
"Just wanted to let you know how I’m doing down here. So far, I’ve only had one opportunity to get out and shoot with the lens. I really liked the results; it’s painfully obvious how much sharper this lens is over the entire frame. Stopped down no real advantage center frame but as you move to the edges and corners it just outshines everything Canon has to offer by a mile...I plan to get out this week and do some final testing and get some images that I’m really proud of that can be used in the write-up"
Rob Galbraith just updated his Canon 1DIII/1DsIII autofocus report,
and he included a shot of an indoor basketball arena taken with a Canon 1DsIII
and a Nikkor 14-24G using Mark's adapter (he included a link to Mark's website).
When you click on the image a pop-up appears with two crops of people on the arena floor.
Here's the link:
[url=http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-8740-9068-9537]http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-8740-9068-9537
Woow, the 21MP sensor really brings out the resolution of the lens!
Can't wait for a higher pixel 5D replacement. Not only the pixel count but also the dust removal feature. My images are full of dust spots when I stop down the lens and have to waste time cleaning up.
