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Sigma 30/2.8. Sharp!

I think Adobe is waiting for feedback from Hasselblad Lunar owners before tackling the limited market of Sigma users.

KEH, B&H, and Adorama all have good prices and return policies.

If the IS is too expensive wait and save up. IS greatly expands the potential of the 70-200.

Everyone seems to like the 40mm pancake and it's a real bargain. I say go for it!

I think you're on the right track. Both the f1.4 and f2 Zeiss 35mm lenses are nice also. If you shop around you can find a used f2 in the $600. range.I really like the 24-105 on my 5Dc. There are a...

The 5D is still going strong and is available at bargain prices. If you want some of the more advanced features the Nikon D700 is a likely candidate. An added bonus of the Nikon is the availability...

Old barn.

Yah, I would definitely take the 17-55 . The 100mm is debatable.As far as a tripod goes, most of the day most tourist destinations will be pretty crowded. Use inside Mosques will be hit and miss...

I find the images surprisingly sharp from the 5Dc, probably due to a weak AA filter, and downright pleasing in their tonality. I also have a 5Dii that is OK, but I generally prefer the mellower...

Istanbul is a very easy city to visit. The people are friendly and it is easy to fall into the pace of life. Many people will try to sell you things. Be courteous if you wish to decline. The main...

I had pretty bad luck with teleconverters before I learned that the focus microadjustment can shift significantly with the converted lens vs the bare lens. My results after microadjust have been...

I think if you use a quality multicoated filter this is pretty much a non issue. You can not use a filter generally and only put one on in hostile environments, or always keep one on and only...

Gosh, there's a lot of history on this topic. Try a search.

The newer Canons are far ahead of the old 5Dc as far as features, resolution, and high ISO noise. But, in my opinion the low ISO IQ of the 5Dc is superior in its tonality and balanced output. It is...

In my opinion the lenses you list are great full frame lenses. I have both the NEX-7 and the D700 and prefer using the MF lenses to their full potential on the D700. If you choose to use your MF...

Just one click and it's peaceful again. So long Ron.

Nice one!