Right, I know there are masses of topics on these two lenses and posts all over the net but I keep going back and forth between the two. I cant decide whats best for me and my needs and people I talk to in person are either clueless or really unhelpful. Just need some people to voice there opinions and help to push myself in one direction or the other.
If you haven't already guessed , the two lenses are Canons 24-70 and 24-105. I know both the pros and cons to each one but just making that final decision... its tough. 70 is sharper, and f2.8 but heavier and more expensive. 105 has a longer reach, IS, but not as sharp and only f4.
For me, I can only afford one lens, and will most likely not upgrade for a while. Ideally I would get the 24-70 and then 70-200, as I know this is one of the most elite setups you can get, but unfortunately the 70-200 wont happen, at least not for a while.
Currently I own a 7D with a tamaron 18-200 which is what im selling to replace. An 85 1.8 and sadly my 50 1.8 just broke. I shoot mainly video but take a lot of photos too when I travel and with friends.
So really its a question of is the f2.8 and apparent better sharpness of the 24-70 that much better to sacrifice the extra length and ease of the 24-105 for a walkaround lens?
I hope that all made sense
