People Portrait with RF 28-70

[jeffagoldberg]

First time shooting with the RF 28-70 F/2. Wow. Except for the size/weight, I loved it. This was a VERY small space, yet you can still create really nice bokeh.

 

[MaraLee]

Welcome to the group, Jeff. Beautiful capture and model. It's an awesome lens, isn't it? Every time I shoot a few photos and load them on my computer, it amazes me. Prime captures in a zoom lens. It inspires me to get out and push myself to see what I can do with it.

 

[jeffagoldberg]

@MaraLee First off, thank you. Yes, the lens is impressive. I shot for about 3 hours with it and I could feel the tension in my arm. For small spaces, nothing else can compete. But when I have more space, I am going with the lighter ones.

 

[Greg]

Weight is a problem with the R camera range, its the price we pay for quality. I know a tripod can be yet another lump to carry about, is it not the obvious choice in doors, especially for portrait work? Or at a minimum, to take the weight use a mono pod. Whenever I feel the necessity I use a tripod and remote shutter on my phone

 

[jeffagoldberg]

Weight is a problem with the R camera range, its the price we pay for quality. I know a tripod can be yet another lump to carry about, is it not the obvious choice in doors, especially for portrait work? Or at a minimum, to take the weight use a mono pod. Whenever I feel the necessity I use a tripod and remote shutter on my phone

The RF 70-200 seems to be half the weight of the EF version. It is my usual go-to lens. For small areas, no choice but to go with the F/2. Life is trade off. I get it. Also part of the fun.

 

[Greg]

I tried to compare the differences between the two lens you mention on this site https://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/lenses. There are too many variations to be accurate. I would have thought the RF would have ben heavier, what do I know?

 

[Copterdoc]

I believe the RF 70-200mm F2.8 is about a pound lighter than the older EF version. Works for me. Ounces = pounds and pounds = pain

 

[Greg]

Ounces, pounds. One of the few things the USA and UK have in common. You have to be over 60 in the UK to realise that

 

[Avatarshots]

First time shooting with the RF 28-70 F/2. Wow. Except for the size/weight, I loved it. This was a VERY small space, yet you can still create really nice bokeh.

My RF 28-70 stays mounted on my camera because in most cases it’s my first choice. Nice pic!

 

[Avatarshots]

First time shooting with the RF 28-70 F/2. Wow. Except for the size/weight, I loved it. This was a VERY small space, yet you can still create really nice bokeh.

My RF 28-70 stays mounted on my camera because in most cases it’s my first choice. Nice pic

 

[Copterdoc]

My RF 28-70 stays mounted on my camera because in most cases it’s my first choice. Nice pic

The portrate visually smacks you in the face! Great color selection and composition.

 

[Shotbycurtin]

Two stunning portraits. I need to get one of these lens!

 

[MaraLee]

My RF 28-70 stays mounted on my camera because in most cases it’s my first choice. Nice pic

Mine as well. It's versatile AND cut-your-eyeballs sharp. I love it.

 

[Roger Hopkins]

Ounces, pounds. One of the few things the USA and UK have in common. You have to be over 60 in the UK to realise that

In weight, yes, they are the same. Fluid ounces, however, are not the same.

 

[Greg]

In weight, yes, they are the same. Fluid ounces, however, are not the same.

Fluid ounces confuses me with recipes and their cup size.

The Americans have a problem reading the difference between inches and centimetres - Mars Climate Orbiter. I know it was over 20 years ago. I wonder why they are 1 of very few countries not using the metric system by law?

 

[Greg]

First time shooting with the RF 28-70 F/2. Wow. Except for the size/weight, I loved it. This was a VERY small space, yet you can still create really nice bokeh.

I like the way the bokeh imitates the female's curles