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happybaboon · *by **happybaboon** on Tue 29/Jul/14 11:16pm*

cruiser wrote:mantis

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Cool.

UK_Exile · *by **UK_Exile** on Sun 3/Aug/14 4:58pm*

UK_Exile wrote:
EoinC wrote:If the plan is to ditch the lens, there doesn't seem to be much reason not to have a shot at replacing / re-seating the cable.
I guess the starting point for figuring a path forwards (assuming that the self-repair doesn't work) is to think through how much more than the iPhone photo's do you want. Have you really missed having the camera, or are you trying to chase spent cost?
I don't have any zoom lenses, but there are several companies that make very good alternative EF-mount lenses to match the Canon OEM offerings. As a generalisation, the wider the zoom range, and the slower the lens, the harder it is to get the photo's that you want to keep / print, but a low quality photo that means something, is better than no photo at all. The 85mm at APS-C is equivalent to about 135mm at FF. In telephoto lenses, the longer you go, the more light you need (faster lens / higher ISO), whilst also often needing higher shutter speeds. The costs on this increase very rapidly whilst the versatility (depending upon your interests) may decrease.
If you do want to keep the 40D alive, or replace it with something similar, try to work out which area of photography that you want to use it on, such that it will give you something you value, and which the iPhone is not currently satisfying. Otherwise, the new camera / lens combo is likely to end up sitting on a shelf.
In terms of versatility, I think the new mirrorless cameras are giving DSLR's a run for their money. I'm not sure what all is currently on offer, but others may be able to help.

Saw advert in newspaper today for Tamron 18-300 @ $895. Quite tempting to go have a look. Other option is just sell the 40D body after trying a DIY fix of failed lens.

Probably going to buy 16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO this week. $839. Before I do any comments ? Reviews seem good for what it is.
http://tamronlenses.co.nz/di-ii16-300_b016.html

EoinC · *by **EoinC** on Tue 5/Aug/14 12:03am*

Por Oli

Bigfoot · *by **Bigfoot** on Tue 5/Aug/14 3:29am*

Summer is good

(Fuji x100s)

Bigfoot · *by **Bigfoot** on Tue 5/Aug/14 3:32am*

And also my first attempt at doing star stuff... makes me want to practice more. (Canon 7d, 17-40mm f/4L)

EoinC · *by **EoinC** on Tue 5/Aug/14 7:09am*

Very nice, Bigfoot. That lake / river is spectacular, and the astro-ebola appears to have claimed another worthy victim. Looking forward to more.

Bigfoot · *by **Bigfoot** on Tue 5/Aug/14 9:56am*

Thanks. It was a touch cold for swimming...

While interesting for sure, I will likely be moving to the cloudiest place in the country soon, so not sure how much astro Ebola will progress!

ryda · *by **ryda** on Sat 9/Aug/14 11:55am*

Liking the Frog Shot there Bigfoot

Headed up the 'taka's last night

this and the star trail pic can be seen here on Flicker

pushbikerider · *by **pushbikerider** on Sat 9/Aug/14 6:38pm*

ryda wrote:Liking the Frog Shot there Bigfoot

Headed up the 'taka's last night

this and the star trail pic can be seen here on Flicker

That looks choice!

EoinC · *by **EoinC** on Sun 10/Aug/14 12:07am*

Very nice, Ryda.

Here're some disjointed shots from this evening...

Malcy · *by **Malcy** on Sun 10/Aug/14 1:08pm*

Pretty bloody inspiring thread this [quote][/quote]

UK_Exile · *by **UK_Exile** on Tue 12/Aug/14 12:28pm*

Rapt with my new lens. These are just point & shoot with Canon 40D set on sport mode. Zero editing. It's doing exactly what I wanted i.e. one lens, heaps of range & clear shots
https://www.facebook.com/colin.pearson. ... 929&type=3