I was in the same boat last year and honestly... I had some pretty big issues with the Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM. On the R7 sensor, it just fe...
Man, that kit lens is basically a paperweight once it gets dark, so i totally get the frustration. Since youre on a budget, you might want to consider...
TL;DR: Unfortunately, real discounts on the X-T5 are almost nonexistent right now. To stay under $1500 with a lens, you will likely need to look at th...
Just saw this thread... I went through this exact technical spiral last year when I got my body. I ended up with the Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM a...
Just catching up on this. Tbh I spent way too much time analyzing MTF charts and technical reviews before my last trip to Japan. Choosing the Canon RF...
I learned the hard way that heavy glass ruins the experience after my wrist started acting up walking through Manhattan. You might want to consider so...
Ugh, I feel your pain with that sensor! The noise floor on the X-T200 is honestly such a nightmare once the sun goes down. I get so frustrated when th...
For your situation, I’d start with a 50-ish f/1.8. When I first grabbed an S5 I went that route and honestly it was just easier to live with—lighter, ...
Hi there! I went through this last year when I first picked up my high-res body, and honestly, the struggle between versatility and that specialized t...
Curious about one thing: how much of your hiking is in dense woods versus open wetlands? In my experience, that makes a huge difference. I've tried ...