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Sam Hassas wrote:
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f/4 at a wedding you better have godlike capabilities of creating light in reception halls. I would go with the 24-70 out of those 2, but I never really liked that lens either.

If I only had 1 lens for a wedding, it would be the 35L.

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You sirs, are correct.

Jan 07, 2009 at 01:59 AM

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I disagree with this. There's a lot more to it than that. Firstly the 24-70 doesn't have the same reach. Secondly if f4 isn't goint to cut it with high ISO on a modern DSLR then 2.8 may not be good enough either. Thirdly the ceremony may be dark but it's not the whole day. A lens that reaches 105mm may be more useful most of the time. Note that I said "may". Fourth, the reverse zoom thing and lens hoods. Fifth, at 2.8 you have less DOF and you may not get the couple all in focus unless they're square on to you.

I agree that f4 isn't fast enough. But I don't think 2.8 is either. Personally I'd get the 24-105 and have a 50 1.4 (or 1.2) or 85 1.8 (or 1.2) on the other body. And maybe a 35L on a belt pack for quick access. But that's what I do, so it's eady to justify. I've had the 2.8's and quickly sold them as they didn't suit the way I work.

However my shooting partner's a zoom guy. He likes to work that way so he has the 2.8's and works within their limitations.

Your decision should be made based on the way you shoot and the things that will give you the most benifit. They're both good lenses for weddings. They just suit different styles.

Gordon

Jan 07, 2009 at 03:02 AM

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p.2 #3 · best lens for weddings

200VR 2.0

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p.s. - ok, 35L if you must. I think it's indecent to zoom in public.

Jan 07, 2009 at 05:08 AM

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cjpstudio wrote:
Thanks.
Again, I should have put more information. Many of you are assuming Im only using one body and one lens. This isnt the case, and Im not a newbie to weddings. I always use two bodies at once, and almost always have my 70-200 on the second body for reach when I need it. I was just asking about the two lenses, mainly because that's what Im familiar with.

Having said that, I do like the idea of the 24 or 35L , although I may feel a bit uneasy about having a prime with no option to move in closer or out farther. Those of you who shoot with these primes, have you found it to be constricting with no zoom? How do you get around those situations when you cant pull back far enough or zoom in close enough?

It really depends on you, your shooting style, and how you feel about each situation. Some work well with zooms, some with primes. I go one way or the other whenever I feel it's appropriate, or mix both when the occasion calls for it.

Jan 07, 2009 at 08:11 AM

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asimsoofi wrote:

p.s. - ok, 35L if you must. I think it's indecent to zoom in public.

Jan 07, 2009 at 12:08 PM

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p.2 #6 · best lens for weddings

I traded my 24-105 for a 24-70. I don't regret it, but I sometimes wish I had another one. IS is great, and the range is great, but f/4 is too slow. Before I buy another 24-105, I'll invest in a fast prime or two. High ISO is truly great, but when combined with wide apertures of f/1.2, f/1.4, or f/2, you have even more options. The same is true comparing f/2.8 vs f/4.

David

Jan 07, 2009 at 02:42 PM

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