Canon EOS 10D camera Info

I took this lens out on a photo shoot with my Canon EOS Rebel T1i the day after I received it from Amazon.com. I had been a bit skeptical about purchasing it because I did not know how much I would need or like a truly wide angle lens, since I tend to prefer telephoto lenses. However, when I first used this lens, I was very impressed with the image quality and with what I saw through the viewfinder. The wide angle of view offers some very interesting new photo opportunities!

The images this lens produced for me were superb in terms of color saturation, clarity, and sharpness. The pictures were so sharp that I could crop them, keep only about 5% of the original image, and still have tack sharp pictures! Aside from the cheaper build of this lens, it performs on the same level as my “L” lenses.

As an added bonus, this lens offers an excellent depth of field with a close focusing distance of about 9 to 10 inches! That makes it possible to get close-up shots of flowers where every part of the flower is in focus – no more depth of field concerns!

When zoomed out toward the widest angle, my camera’s built-in flash causes a shadow from the lens to appear in the picture. But when an external flash is used, this is not a problem. I used a slim Circular Polarizer filter with this lens with no problems – no vignetting!

Before buying this lens, please understand that it is an EF-S lens that can be used only with Canon cropped sensors, such as the T1i, 50d, etc. It will not work with the full-framed Canon cameras (eg, 5d, 1ds, etc.).

I bought this lens a week ago and have found it to be a good choice, though not up to Takina’s 12-24 F/4 which I would say is the best lens in this class. The Canon is lighter which makes it comfortable to shoot with a heaver camera like the 50D espically with a battery grip on, which I don’t own yet but plan on buying soon. The extra two degrees at the wide end is a big advantage also with this lens, though you lose it at the zoomed range this is not such an issue as I think most people who will buy this lens will have that covered buy another lens if the really need it.

This lens is soft in the corners especially wide open, this is common in a lens of this class and the Takina also does this but not to the degree of this Canon it also handles CA better and the Takina I would say has a much stronger build. Takina is well known for making tank lenses. I would take this lens over the Sigma and Tamron versions (Tamron usually I find to be the best for 3rd party lenses), but in my opinion, the Takina just out performs these lenses and does so with a constant F/4 aperture which is very important to me. Flare control does seem a bit better also with this lens though not by much, it can make a big difference in some shooting scenes.

This is a great lens overall, so don’t think I am unhappy with it. If the lens was cheaper I would probably recommend it but it’s the same price a Takina’s, Sigmas and Tamrons without the benefits so I will be returning it.

If you can’t get the Takina this would be a great second choice.

I got this lens when I first got into photo and I had no idea what I was doing. I’m sure glad I blindly bought this lens! It’s such a fun lens to shoot with, super wide, nice crisp images. extremely durable too, mine has been hit by a couple skateboards and there has been no damage.

You just invested $1,000 or more on your SLR … where is it going to be kept most of the time? Yes, in a camera bag. So you don’t want to go cheap on what’s protecting your investment.

As many other posters have stated, this back pack style bag is very versatile and fits my Canon SLR very well. It has multiple compartments that are adjustable by velcro and can fit a number of different lenses. There are also smaller areas for memory cards, cables, batteries, etc. Great bag and it gives me peace of mind when my camera is in it.

Great bag, inside is configurable with the velcro dividers. I can easily fit all my gear in it. Smaller front zippered pouch can fit a book and the other zippered pocket can hold my laptop (14″). It has accessory straps all over but I removed them – you can easily put them back on if needed. I also took a tip from one of the reviewers and sewed the buckle strap across the front for added security, simple needle and thread job. Front lashing is very useful and the overall material of the bag is very sturdy.

This item never worked once for me. In addition I used it on two canon cameras, not only did it not work in either, but also hence forth both cameras no longer recognise my flash unit! Buy at your own risk!

After reading multiple reviews here on Amazon, I decided to take the chance and purchase a non-Canon sync-cord and I’m glad I did. For about half the price, this cord looks and feels very durable. The sensor locks in place on the flash shoe and never has it misfired. I use it extensively when shooting events and with my real estate photography. I recommmend it highly.

I am not sure where the problems lie with the other reviewers who have written that this product is not recognized by the camera, but it is for me. I have a 5D Mark II and it’s recognition of the flash is the exact same as if there were no intermediary cable.

However, the technical specs where it is stated that the cable extends up to 4′ is absolutely incorrect unless, possibly, completely uncoiled. It effectively is a 2′ extension and with the 270EX, it’s all that is needed. For my Quantum Trio, I use a Stroboframe for distance.

I would recommend this product to anyone with a Canon camera. It should be no problem unless the camera is older.

This is a necessity for macro photography. Works great on my Canon 7d.

I don’t consider it expensive, since I paid $1400 for the lens and $1700 or the camera I use it with. However, I could argue that Canon should just throw it in with the body. No harm. I love it.

i thought i was ordering a wireless trigger (i guess i got confused btwn a remote control and a remote switch)..the switch had a very short cord and i couldnt figure out why someone would pay the same price for one of these that i paid in, the end, for a wireless trigger.