06-26-2011, 09:06 PM
[quote name='popo' timestamp='1309041804' post='9547']
Ok, that's an oversight on my part. I'm not familiar with Pentax's lens designations. In theory it could be ok, especially if they do a matched 1.4x converter. But given the price, plus requiring another body, again it doesn't seem economic over just getting the 70-300L.
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Makes sense. On the sealing of the 70-300L Canon is quite vague. On their UK website they engage in some general waffle about their L-lens quality:
"L-series quality
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, representing the best in precision-designed EF optics. L-series lenses combine superior performance with superlative handling, and are highly resistant to dust and moisture."
To me that doesn't read "persistent rain" I am afraid. You could try seeking clarification from Canon and ask their customer service about it. Alternative you might just add some protective solution (rain coat). A company advertising such solutions is "ewa marine". They are around for as many years I am interested in photography. I never used any of their products so don't know whether they are any good, but thought you might want to do some research in that direction.
I hope you find this more useful than suggesting Olympus or Pentax <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='
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Best wishes
Joachim
Ok, that's an oversight on my part. I'm not familiar with Pentax's lens designations. In theory it could be ok, especially if they do a matched 1.4x converter. But given the price, plus requiring another body, again it doesn't seem economic over just getting the 70-300L.
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Makes sense. On the sealing of the 70-300L Canon is quite vague. On their UK website they engage in some general waffle about their L-lens quality:
"L-series quality
The L-series is Canon's flagship professional lens range, representing the best in precision-designed EF optics. L-series lenses combine superior performance with superlative handling, and are highly resistant to dust and moisture."
To me that doesn't read "persistent rain" I am afraid. You could try seeking clarification from Canon and ask their customer service about it. Alternative you might just add some protective solution (rain coat). A company advertising such solutions is "ewa marine". They are around for as many years I am interested in photography. I never used any of their products so don't know whether they are any good, but thought you might want to do some research in that direction.
I hope you find this more useful than suggesting Olympus or Pentax <img src='http://forum.photozone.de/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='
' />Best wishes
Joachim
enjoy