On Sun, 26 Jul 1998, Giles wrote:
> I have no problem with using expensive gear.
Me neither, it's the weight and clumsy handling of the heavier
optics that I try to avoid unless it's a necessity. It is too
easy to become technically obsessed.
> For each of the focal lengths, the fastest lens is the best in terms
> of flexibility of use and outright performance. You get what you pay
> for.
With all due respect, I do not buy this generalization. The history
of photography does not bear it out. The best-remembered images weren't
made with the most expensive equipment. When you're shooting in
available darkness, the weight of a 24/2.0 is easy to justify, but
if you're on a tripod, or in good light, it is nothing but extra
weight.
"All f/2.0" may be the ticket for you, but there are many ways and paths
in this medium. If you are making fantastic images with what you use,
congratulations. But one f/ stop does not fit all, and for many of us,
the weight of the hardware is a considerable factor. Even Galen Rowell
speaks of often leaving his 400/2.8 at home, and taking the 400/5.6
due to weight considerations --- and he is in exceptional physical
shape. Whatever works...
*= Doris Fang =*
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