Originally posted by northcoastgreg I have to admit to being completely indifferent to AFnoise. In fact, I find such noise reassuring, as it reminds me that I will never have to worry about replacing or fixing the lens motor.
I rely on it to know when focus is reached, sometimes. I've used a friend's Canon camera and ultrasonic lens, and he has to turn on the BEEP to know when focus is reached. Kinda defeats the purpose of a silent lens... But all things being equal I probably would like silent AF, like I'd like a larger house or better bike
Originally posted by audiobomber Focus will almost always start off moving inward.
True also with my FA50 macro.
Originally posted by audiobomber Quick-shift is a far more useful feature than a focus limiter IMO.
That's interesting, and quite possibly true.
Originally posted by audiobomber D FA advantages: New with warranty vs. used with no warranty,
I'll be buying it used. In Canada it sells for 800$, which translates currently to 840$ US. Makes no sense. In the US it sells for about 620$, but shipping to Canada isn't very nice. Hopefully I'll get it for a better price in the marketplace.