Hi Fred! Several questions!
Curious to hear your thoughts on whether the 45C gaps well with the 24GM and 85GM/Batis 85.
The CV40 used to be my normal lens in between the 24 and 85. I determined that I prefer AF for this FL, and as such, think that the 45C would be great for my needs. However, the 5mm (or 3.5mm since CV40 is actually slightly narrower than 40) extra reach is making me a little uneasy. Do you think this is a non-concern and that the FOV is similar enough? Would the 45C still gap well with the 24GM and 85GM?
My next question concerns whether I should upgrade to the 85GM from a rendering perspective. I'm going to rent the 85GM to test out whether I can deal with the bulk. Assuming I can, should I upgrade to the 85GM? Is the rendering that much more pleasing over the Batis 85?
I've personally found the Batis 85 bokeh rendering to be busy and harsh in more challenging backgrounds. Trying to see if others agree with observation. Perhaps, I'm just being harsh.