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Re: Action shots - Faster lens options (EF preferred) and camera software settings
EscVelocity wrote:
It looks like I can get the 85mm (which seems right around what I was looking for) used in good condition for US$270-280 from Amazon Japan (I'm in Taiwan and uses Canon lenses from there have been a great balance of reliable and well priced in the past). Actually, that's a big part of why I have the 40mm and 50mm; both of those and the 55-200 were great deals used from Amazon Japan.
if budget is this restricted, that is a good price
the lens has a fast usm for sports
in backlit situations there can be significant purple fringing, that software corrections would be needed
no IS, which for action isn't as big a consideration, but in any case you'll need to keep your shutter speed high enough to avoid handshake and stop motion
I have to admit, I'm also tempted to try out the Meike that runs US$180 on Amazon US.
I wouldn't go there
The reviews seem surprisingly good, and I've had unexpectedly good experience with off-brand lenses from newer Chinese companies in the past. That 7 Artisans 55mm lens has been my most fun and has seen the neatest stuff I've managed to do with my camera, despite being full manual.
speed of AF is important for action
But I think I will probably hold off until I'm ready to pay for the Canon, since I'm feeling pretty confident the Canon is going to better serve my chief objectives here.
for the price for now, sounds right
in long run if there is money, what thunderstorm is saying is the way to go
I've always wanted the EF-M 32mm, because I have heard such good things, but it's quite expensive and I've never found any real deal on it.
$399 is a steal for what this lens is, but there is also the less expensive siggy 30 f1.4
At this point I'd be hesitant to spend that much on an EF-M lens, as I'm scared of a future forced move to an R series camera if they drop the M series.
in the case of the 32 f1.4, they will likely never make a great RF-s lens like this - it was too good - and they don't want to compete with their FF L
I'm definitely price sensitive when it comes to lenses, with nothing I currently own over $300 except the EF-M 18-150mm that my wife uses. Under $200 it's pretty easy to justify a grab. Over $200 it's more of a think and make sure this is something I really want to pick up. And over $400 is just hard for me to justify.
in short run, as you buy single pieces, I hear what you are saying
in long run, wait for the right system that meets your needs - and as long as you are happy with the photos you are taking, don't spill money on stuff that doesn't make your photos better
in my case, the combination of m6II + 32 f1.4, + 11-22 + 100L + dxo PL5 has made my photos better and has been a joy to use - not looking to change this anytime soon
The more I think about it, the more sure I am that the range that's a priority here is definitely >55mm, and 85mm is probably a good fit.
then the price and utility seems right, go for it
Thanks for the help!
you are welcome!