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March 25th, 2010, 02:38 PM | #1 |
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Looking for the Tokina 11-16 f2.8
I hear so much about this lens and I'm trying to get one but cant find it in stock anywhere. Anyone know where they have it??? Tried all the regular places with no success!!!
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March 25th, 2010, 03:06 PM | #2 |
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It's "unobtainium" for sure. Seems they can't make 'em fast enough for Canon shooters. Best chance is to get on an auto-notify list or pre-order.
I got tired of waiting myself for the 11-16 and ordered a Tamron 17-50/2.8 VC this morning. Hardly the same lens, but a good stop gap for me. |
March 25th, 2010, 03:27 PM | #3 |
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Tokina just can't keep up with the demand. I got mine used of Ebay.
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March 25th, 2010, 03:28 PM | #4 |
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It's definitely worth reserving one. The supplies come regularly, but sell out fast. Well worth the trouble though, the lens is super sharp.
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March 25th, 2010, 03:33 PM | #5 |
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I put myself on the BH notification list.....but I think half the 7D owners in the world have too....wish they would accept downpayment or something to assure I get one but I understand that they won't.
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March 25th, 2010, 05:19 PM | #6 |
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B & H is still the best bet. Just keep checking in with them - thats what I did 3 months ago, and suddenly they are instock .... and then out of stock!! It's like waiting beside an ice hole trying to catch a fish!
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March 26th, 2010, 07:10 PM | #7 |
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whats better between these lense for sharp picture with video as well..
tokina 11-16mm tamron 17-50mm canon 17-85mm heres a canon i just found... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/351548-USA/Canon_9517A002BA_EF_S_17_85mm_f_4_5_6_IS.html |
March 26th, 2010, 08:43 PM | #8 |
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take a look
once u got it
u can use any nikon lens Nikon G - Canon EOS Adapter anything like sigma that does not go on a canon can work and as it is film a follow focus is a must.... |
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March 27th, 2010, 12:52 AM | #10 |
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i found a new one on b&h and they have a used one for 329 in a 9 condition....
is the new 15-85mm a better buy than the other 2 wide lenses? |
March 27th, 2010, 12:13 PM | #11 |
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The Canon 15-85 has variable aperture but is wider and longer than the Tamron 17-50 f/2.8. If you really need the ultra wide angle of the Tokina 11-16 f/2.8 and have found one in stock, then that's what you should get. Canon makes a 10-22 variable aperture in the same price range. My personal favorite is the Canon 17-55 f/2.8 IS.
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March 27th, 2010, 12:45 PM | #12 |
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Sigma also has a 10-20mm with a constant 3.5 aperture, it's an update of the 10-20/4-5.6. It seems to be more available, but it's more expensive than the Tokina.
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March 27th, 2010, 05:37 PM | #13 |
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I took a chance and bought it from Ebay. Granted no warranty but the canon mount is just much harder to find. As I write this I see three international sellers, which is even more of a risk.
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March 28th, 2010, 06:19 PM | #14 |
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I bought mine here a month ago:
Tokina AT-X AF 11-16mm 2.8 PRO DX Zoom Digital Camera Lens for Canon EOS - Canoga Camera It was in stock at the time when NO ONE else had it! Looks like it is temporarily out now though. Plus the price is $599 and free shipping! VERY good experience ordering from them, complete with an associate calling me up (after online ordering) to verify everything. Highly recommend Canoga camera now!
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March 29th, 2010, 06:36 AM | #15 |
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I have used many of the "chinese" ebay sellers for accessories - step down rings, filters, etc and it's been fine. They offer free shipping usually but this does take 3 weeks or so. Some are Hong Kong some are mainland.
A friend ordered a Canon lens and it arrived no problem - in Japanese packaging. Check with paypal to see of you are covered by them first. |
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