> Have just found this lens 2nd hand in a local shop. Do any of you have this > lens and if so is it good? It looks to be in great condition and is > reasonably priced. All opinions/comments welcome. Christina, I use the 35-350L professionally and I consider it a very valuable workhorse. It's big and heavy and the push-pull zoom is annoying because it can slow down your response time if you're looking for key-moment shots, but I've gotten used to it and have learned to automatically start pulling the zoom out to approximately where I want it even before my eye hits the viewfinder. All things considered, I probaby use it more consistently than any other lens I have. It's great for shooting parades and the like - in fact for shooting almost anything if you're not sure what focal length you'll need. I carry this lens on a ln and the 17-35L on another 1n and can walk around pretty much all day and not feel too burdened (and I'm a 5'5" averagely-built female). I don't use this lens for sports or pretty much anything indoors (it's just not fast enought for me) or for anything that's set up (portraits, features, etc.). In other words, Christina, this is a great lens if you need it. But I'm sure than even second-hand, you'd have to make a fairly impressive investment, so I'd advise you to consider your needs before you shell out some big bucks for it. THEN, if you decide you still want it, do all the testing, etc., that I'm sure everyone who's ever bought a second-hand lens would advise you to do. All the best, Robbi * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
