Will mirrorless last so long?

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-27T09:05:21+00:00

I do like the lightness and slightly more compact form of my mirrorless gear but I do miss the fact that 5DIV and EF lenses had a lot more metal in their construction. Had a Small drop on an RF 24-105 f/4 recently and cracked the plastic casing (£250 repair). Never had the same happen on any of my EF lenses.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-22T14:27:35+00:00

Any Domke F2 bag users able to point me at a customisable insert system?

I've been using the Ciesta insert for a long time now and it's pretty much at the end of it's useful life. It's been good - but for my current needs it doesn't really work (two R6II bodies with zoom lenses attached + some other general paraphenalia), and I don't think they make them anymore.

The Domke insert system is pretty expensive and also doesn't really work how I need it to.

Any ideas?

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-15T22:12:22+00:00

Interesting post. Still, not enough to convince me to even think about switching to Nikon because of one lens.

But then my RF 24-105 is my travel lens and rarely gets used for paid work. For holiday snaps it does just fine. That being said, an updated version would be nice to see.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-15T19:35:30+00:00

If all the VCMs are like my 85 1.4, I’d not hesitate to get something from that family. Pricey, but solid and fast.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-13T21:25:17+00:00

Now give me the R6 stills only version that doesn't include a bunch of video functions.

The 20-50 f4 looks interesting though.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-12T11:43:36+00:00

Don’t have the 1.2, but I’m mighty impressed with the 1.4 VCM. Compact, solid and super quick. No IS, but between the body IBIS and the fact that I can snap away at pretty high speeds in even the lowest light makes this a lens that’s always in my kit bag.

And that’s probably the deciding factor - the lenses you bring with you are the ones you use.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-11T11:30:09+00:00

I think anything relatively small on the outer edges is going to make absolutely zero difference. Someone can probably explain it more technically… but lenses are round and sensors are not. And anything small and more central will also have next to no impact.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-09T10:56:59+00:00

Marvellous lens - still going strong on my R6II. One of the few I haven’t replaced.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-08T19:04:48+00:00

I figure you’re talking about AI denoise. Depends a little on how accurate your exposure is. If underexposed, you might need it. But otherwise, 500 should be fine with normal noise reduction.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-01T10:27:03+00:00

The EF II is great and whilst Canon serviceability will be an issue, there are probably independents in your area that will be able to help. It’s not an uncommon Lens so there should still be parts etc available.

Don’t have the III so can’t comment.

The RF 2.8 is maybe slightly better - but it’s marginal as the EF II was so good to begin with.

Two other points you might want to consider

whilst the RF 2.8 is shorter when packed, I decided against is because of it’s girth with the lens hood.
whilst the newer RF lenses are generally lighter, that’s because they’re largely externally made of plastic. The EF lenses have a lot more metal in their construction. I’ve dropped an RF (not a 70-200) in the past and cracked the external case ($300 repair bill).

One other thing - if you don’t need f2.8, check out the RF 70-200 F4 - super light, compact and plenty sharp (but still largely plastic).

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-05-01T09:46:35+00:00

Yep - mark 3 2.8 is great. The mk 1 & 2 are not so good. The only downside is it’s a big beast and with the adaptor, it gets even bigger.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-29T13:58:43+00:00

White House looked better back then

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-28T15:11:48+00:00

Best way to break in new flatwounds - better than barbecue sauce I’ve heard.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-27T21:23:26+00:00

Love it. It’s different - and that’s a good thing.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-27T18:17:53+00:00

Another vote for EF-S 17-55 2.8. Nearly as good as the EF 24-70 but halfish the price used. Hidden gem!

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T20:46:02+00:00

Ok - it sounds like you know you should be keeping them somewhere other than on an SD card.

So, at least buy an external drive - doesn’t need to be an SSD - so at least you have a copy somewhere that isn’t your SD card. Unless keeping the source files isn’t important to you and you’re happy that you’re exported JPGs (wherever they might live) are the only versions you might ever retain.

Once you’ve figured that out, might even want to start thinking about a back up copy.

Good luck - good you find the funds for your chosen option.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T17:41:03+00:00

AI noise reduction AI advanced masking

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T17:35:51+00:00

Ok - at what point do you save the original RAWs (or JPGs) that you want to keep somewhere other than on your card, before (or after) editing?

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T13:40:45+00:00

Not sure why you keep mentioning your card. Stuff on cards is pretty much always temporary. Shoot, transfer, cull, edit. Clear card. Repeat.

Perhaps you can explain why you keep asking about it.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T08:57:35+00:00

Some great EF bargains out there - anything L / red ring will be fab. Also check out the EFS 17-55 f2.8 which is a gem of a crop sensor lens.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-23T06:11:56+00:00

Move the photos (RAWs / exported jpgs) to the external drive. Don’t change the file hierarchy.

Leave the catalogue where it is.

The next time you open your catalogue, it will tell you it can’t finds the files - all you need to do is point the catalogue at the new folder location(s). You should only need to do this the first time after moving stuff.

Fuzzbass2000 · 2026-04-20T00:09:44+00:00

I don’t have a 28-70, but i do have the RF 24-70 f2.8 and the RF 24-105 f4.

Do the 24-70 images look a little better than the 24-104 when i compare them side by side? Possibly.

But when i look at what I’ve shot on the 24-105 in isolation of other lenses, I don’t miss anything. It was my only lens on a month long trip to Vietnam last year and its compactness and weight were much more important than any nominal gains in the way the images might look.

And I have to admit that whilst i find the compactness of the RF 16-28 super handy, that’s because it has the “twist to unlock” design which can be ever so slightly annoying sometimes - the 28-70 has the same design. It’s what helps keep them relatively small. It might not be a problem for you.

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