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24-70mm f2.8 seemed like a no-brainer

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Re: 24-70mm f2.8 seemed like a no-brainer

atolk wrote:

When I write 24-70mm f2.8 I imply version 2. Someone in my area is selling the original in a "good working condition" for $600 OBO. Should I be considering it? Probably shouldn't try to skimp on a lens that promises to become a workhorse.

A detailed review of Sigma and Canon 24-70mm side by side gives it to Canon by a score of 4-1, with Sigma getting dinged specifically for AF performance shooting indoor basketball. But the 2018 review did not use an R6, so maybe the camera shares the blame.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emb-HfhZVRg

I have had this lens since 2013. i feel like there are a bunch of primes in that range rolled up together to make this superb lens. now that someone is offering this lens to you for $600 - a lens that goes for $1900, new. apparently there are 2 issues with this lens:

1- this lens is stolen and the guy wants to clear it  asap.

2- this lens has an inherent or a severe problem that takes a lot of money to fix.

i strongly recommend to stay away from this lens clearly as far as possible.

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