Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Will I Be Happy with a 1Ds Mark II?

For some reason, I have been thinking about another Canon full frame body lately.  Two came to mind: 5D II and 1Ds II.  Everyone knows that the image quality of the 5D II blows the 1Ds II out of the water, and with video to boot.  But I kind of like the 1-Series bodies and the handling, not to mention the built quality.  Yes, they are heavier and a lot bulkier.

I have seen the 1Ds II on Craigslist for around $1700.  That's a very tempting price, considering how much it was when new, and is cheaper than the 5D II used.  It was my dream to own one of this beasts, but the cost was way out of my reach.  What I am afraid will happen is that once I got the 1Ds II, I will be thinking about the 5D II.  The high ISO capabilities, the video, the smaller form factor and portability.  But, I like the 1Ds II too.  It shares the same batteries as my 1D IIn, same image quality as my 1D IIn that I know what to expect, which to me is acceptable even at ISO 1600.  I also like the fact that is a Canon made cross split focusing screen for manual focus lenses, not to mention it works with more manual focus lenses without hitting reflex mirror.

Perhaps I should just shoot with the NEX-5 for another year or two, exclusively, and who knows what kind of revolutionary products may be introduced in two years?  OK, that's an excuse, but I just can't decide.

Swirling Effect -- NEX-5 & Astro-Kino 65mm f1.5 projection lens. Click to see larger.
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10 comments:

  1. The Sound GalleryMay 11, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    I love the shots you get from the NEX, I come here twice a day to look at them.. cheers me up. Don't know why?

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  2. The Sound GalleryMay 11, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    ..keep up the good work, it shows the world what amazing shots you can get from such a low budget camera!

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  3. natebarnzMay 11, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Great photo and I love that flower. Do you know what it is called?

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  4. macmanMay 11, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Awesome bokeh... where did you buy that lens.. I want to get one.. don't see it on ebay.

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  5. Lens BubbleMay 11, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    @The Sound Gallery: Thanks for your kind words. It makes MY day :)

    @Natebarnz: when it comes to flower names, I am a complete handicap. Sorry I don't know the name!

    @macman: I bought this lens a long times ago, and it's a projection lens. I used it with my home-brew focusing helicoid. They turn up on eBay once in a while. Not that expensive. I will write a post on it later.

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  6. The Sound GalleryMay 13, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    All the Tulips have gone?

    I was loving them!

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  7. Lens BubbleMay 13, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Blogger was down all day (no edit access). Luckily I have a copy yesterday's post in my RSS reader. I will repost it.

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  8. AnonymousJune 2, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Yes, great photo. And great site, it's quite inspiring to see how much you're able to achieve with the little NEX.

    As for the flower it's a Kaiser's Crown (Fritillaria Imperialis).

    - ebbesen

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  9. natebarnzJune 2, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    @ebbesen: Thanks for identifying that flower. I really like them and will be ordering some bulbs now :)

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  10. Lens BubbleJune 2, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    @ebbesen: Thanks for the kind words and the name of the flower. How interesting and perfect of a name for a flower!

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