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Michael Estepp May 7th, 2003 09:08 AM

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I just got the XL1S and I need a wide lens, this is a list to choose between. I want to get as wide as possible. Does anyone know of a site that shows examples of how wide a lens goes for those unfortunate people who dont know from the numbers? :-) Anyway, any recomendations would be appriciated.

Fisheye EF 15mm f/2.8 Autofocus Lens
Mfr Catalog # 2535A003 • B&H Catalog # CA1528EF

Super Wide Angle EF 20mm f/2.8 USM Autofocus Lens USA
Mfr Catalog # 2509A003 • B&H Catalog # CA2028EF

Wide Angle EF 28mm f/1.8 USM Autofocus Lens USA
Mfr Catalog # 2510A003 • B&H Catalog # CA2818EF

Zoom Super Wide Angle EF 20-35mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Autofocus Lens USA
Mfr Catalog # 2545A003 • B&H Catalog # CA203535EF

Wide Angle EF 24mm f/2.8 Autofocus Lens USA
Mfr Catalog # 2506A002 • B&H Catalog # CA2428EF

Wide Angle EF 35mm f/2.0 Autofocus Lens Imported
Mfr Catalog # 2507A002 • B&H Catalog # CA352EF






EF Adapter - for XL-1 and XL-1S DV Camcorders
Mfr Catalog # 3162A002 • B&H Catalog # CAEFAXL1

Glidecam 2000 PRO Camcorder Stabilizing System with Forearm Brace - Supports upto 6 lbs
B&H Catalog # GLGL2000KQ

Chris Hurd May 7th, 2003 10:26 AM

Hi Michael,

None of these lenses will provide a wide angle on the XL1S. That's because any time you use EF lenses (such as the ones you list here) on the XL1S, you get an effective focal length magnification of 7.2x, turning any EF lens into telephoto or medium angle at best. See my Guide to XL1 & XL1S Lens Options for more info. Hope this helps,

Dylan Couper May 7th, 2003 02:17 PM

What Chirs said. If you want a wide angle lens for the XL1, get the Canon 3x XL Lens, or a wide angle adapter for the stock lens.

Michael Estepp May 7th, 2003 07:12 PM

Thanks guys, you saved me a big mistake. You mention the 3x lens or the wide angle adapter for the stock lens, what is the stock lens? and which would you say is the better choice? the 3x or stock lens with adapters?

Mike

Chris Hurd May 7th, 2003 07:31 PM

Michael

The stock lens is the 16x IS II, second one down on this page.

Dylan Couper May 7th, 2003 08:13 PM

I'd rather have the 16x lens and the 3x lense, rather than just the 16x lens plus WA adapters.

Robert Poulton May 7th, 2003 10:29 PM

Has anyone used one of the EF macro lens on the XL1(s)? Just wondering. other than that go with that 3x

Rob:D

Ken Tanaka May 7th, 2003 10:49 PM

Michael,
Unrelated to your question, but related to your shopping list, get the Glidecam 4000, instead of the 2000, for use with your XL1s. The basic designs are the same but the mechanical physics of the 4000 are better designed for the load of the XL1s.

Jeff Donald May 7th, 2003 11:53 PM

Yes, I've used the 100mm EF Macro lens. Very sharp lens.

Robert Poulton May 8th, 2003 12:26 AM

Do you have pictures of what you used the lens for?

Rob:D

Michael Estepp May 8th, 2003 07:03 AM

wow, thanks for the help guys. Do you have a link to that wide angle Ef lens? And I will get the 4000 glid, thanks...

Jeff Donald May 8th, 2003 10:18 AM

I'll find the footage and make a few stills and try to post them this weekend.

Robert Poulton May 8th, 2003 01:29 PM

Thanks Jeff. I always wondered how the macro lens would look to the front end of the XL1(s). Since the adapter brings 7.2x to the macro, it would react fairly close to a normal lens with just a shorter focal distance? Or am I way off?

Rob:D

Michael Estepp May 8th, 2003 04:02 PM

so this ef lens is better then the standard xl1s 3x wide lens? Im going to the video store tomorrow with my camera... what should I request to check out?
Michael

Also, with this stardard 16x lens thats comes with it, I can't seem to find very much depth of focus... What am I doing wrong?

Thanks

Robert Poulton May 8th, 2003 04:43 PM

Michael do a searh on your last question. There are alot of threads that deal with this subject. Remember to bring a tape as well so you can record what you see. That way you can review your findings and post some images.


Rob:D


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