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15-08-09, 09:32 AM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

It's still the cheapest Nikon prime. The manual E series tends to be found secondhand for less but even at £85, the 1.8 AF or AF-D is still an ok price. If you don't like it you are going to get the same back for it though if you sell it

As I said in my earlier post I personally don't think it is that versatile but that's just me and based on having options of other kit that may do a similar job. It rather depends on what you photograph. As you already have this focal length covered the main benefit of this lens really is in isolating a subject within a shallow depth of field and at a quality that will surpass that 18-55. However, if you look at Bob Mielkes pictures on here, you will see what that 18-55 can do and feel quite inspired.
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15-08-09, 06:46 PM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

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Crikey, wish I could find that link now!
http://www.crazycameras.co.uk/canon-...duct_3062.html
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15-08-09, 07:08 PM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

Littleme - Ohhh don't buy from Crazy cameras, it's one of those too good to be true sites, who open up, get your credit card details bill it, and a lot of the time you can kiss your money good bye

http://www.avforums.com/forums/digit...cameras-2.html


I think in the case of photography equipment if the price is unbelievable, then you could kiss goodbye to your money. Or get an import , with no warranty etc.


     
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15-08-09, 07:08 PM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

oops! My mistake - I came across it when browsing for Canon lenses!
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16-08-09, 03:47 AM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

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I really really want one of these. The problem I have is when I started looking at them they were £65.00 and now they're well over £100 and I have a pyschological problem parting with my cash

I've tried eBay and they go for over £85 quid on there on a good day, so at the moment I'm 50mm less, and still on the look out. Cheapest place I've found is Argos, but they are constantly on back order...

One day tho
That's exactly how I feel!! I wanted the 1.4, and it's gone up too.
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16-08-09, 08:54 PM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

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Better get the superglue out, that is a Canon 50mm!


Yeah, I got all excited then, till I clicked on the link

Thanks anyway, little me
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18-08-09, 09:52 PM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

If anyone is looking for a Nikon 50mm 1.8D or a Canon 50mm I came across a little site tonite that sells both at what seems an excellent price. £85.00 for the Nikon and £70 for the Canon!

I checked with the company and they had stock of them, just after I had managed to find one on eBay - always the way isn't it.... anyway here's the link to the site if it's of use, maybe some of their other products could be of interest

http://www.onestop-digital.com/catalog/index.php

NB: Just found out the above company is based in HK, no wonder they're so cheap! Sorry for the misleading info
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19-08-09, 02:10 AM
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Re: 50mm f1.8 :D

Lol I was just about to ask if it's imported

Least you got yours from ebay - look forward to seeing your shots with it
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