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Re: XXX/2.0-lenses (was: Re: [OM] 100mm f2)

Subject: Re: XXX/2.0-lenses (was: Re: [OM] 100mm f2)
From: Jim Couch <JamesBCouch@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2001 21:34:37 -0700
I guess I must just be a 35 kind of a guy, although I have often thought I
should get rid of one or two I can't seem to let go of em. I have a 35 f2, a 35
f2.8, 35-70 f3.5-4.5 and the 35-80 f2.8! Even with all of those my favorite wide
angle is the 24 f2.8

Jim Couch

Tom Scales wrote:

> I actually don't own a 35/2.  Not because it isn't a fine lens (it is), but
> because when I need 35, I tend to use my 35-70/3.5-4.5 or 35-80/2.8. Yes, I
> know, not as good as a prime, but....
>
> I find myself using the 21 as my most widely used wide angle, followed about
> equally by the 24 and the 18.
>
> Just don't use the 35 much (yes, I kept a 35/2.8).
>
> Tom
>
> I own the 24/2.0 as my only wide-angle. Got it mint from Giles (for a very
> fair price in a very fair trade), and I absolutely love it. However never
> having tried the 35/2, I am curious if anyone have experiences /
> observations to share. I might consider a second wide-angle, and while the
> 24/2 has served me well (and a second one thus might be a viable option),
> it could be fun to try either 21 or 35.
>
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