BillDavenport's reviews

  • Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM

    7 out of 10 points and recommended
    Very nice image quality, good working distance
    slow focus, low contrast

    The only other macro lens I've had to compare it to is the 60mm Micro Nikkor which is the sharpest lens I've ever seen. The Canon isn't as sharp, doesn't and have the internal contrast of the Nikkor. It's image quality is nice but soft looking. The focus is slow and iffy especially compared to USM lenses

    reviewed November 22nd, 2006 (purchased for $400)
  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

    8 out of 10 points and recommended
    Very sharp, light and fast.
    cheesy feel

    At the price this lens is a must have. It's fast enough to use for available light and probably as sharp as any lens Canon makes. You just have to get over it's cheesy plastic feel and trust it to take sharp contrasty photos.

    reviewed November 22nd, 2006 (purchased for $70)