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Field Review: Rokinon 85mm F/1.4 (Day 2- Street Photography with the 5D Mk II)
After wrapping my fingers around the Rokinon 85mm F/1.4 and becoming comfortable enough to shoot with it, I ventured out around downtown Manhattan with a co-worker one day after work. Since I’m a visually impaired photographer, I thought that shooting with a manual focus lens would be tougher than normal. With that in mind though I remembered the great Cartier-Bresson’s words, “Sharpness is overrated.”
So I went out and just tried to create great images.
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Field Review: Rokinon 85mm F/1.4 (Day 1- Ergonomics)
Manual lenses are great for videographers and for photographers that want that old school feeling when shooting. So when I was thrown the Rokinon 85mm F/1.4 for Canon EF mount, and then told that it was under $300, I was intrigued. Though I already have an 85mm F/1.8, I couldn’t help but think to myself if I would part with my much loved 85mm by the end of the review.
If you’re interested, you should check out our list of the best budget lenses and lenses for videographers.
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The Complete Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Review
I can’t believe my time with this lens has come to an end. I’m pretty bummed. I really enjoyed the time I’ve spent shooting with this lens. Currently, I do not have a need for a 85mm lens but if I ever do, I can guarantee you that this lens will be at the top of my list.
What’s the Best Method to Autofocus? Center Point or Outer?
One of our readers sent us a question a few days ago and we thought it would be good to respond in a post so the other readers could learn and share their thoughts and experiences. The reader’s mail brought up a good point: is it best to use the outer focusing points or the center for the sharpest image and the most accurate focusing?
Custom Functions: A Hidden Treasure in Your Camera
A while back, I posted a photograph on Flickr which lead to a discussion on the settings I used to create that particular image. I started listing away the basic exposure values (aperture, shutter,etc.) and then I got into custom function settings. As soon as “custom functions” entered the conversation, a barrage of questions quickly followed. What are custom functions? How do I access them? Where can I find more information on custom functions? Sadly, I was not surprised to hear that so many people are not using these fantastic, and somewhat hidden, settings as manufacturers love to bury them in a sea of menus. Let’s take a trip to the mystical world of custom functions. Read the rest of this entry »
What's in The Bag?: James Cheng
James Cheng is one half of a wedding photography team in NYC. I got some time to talk to him recently about wedding photography, inspiration and what’s in his camera bag.
