Being somewhat given to the metrics behind our lives, I usually do a quick analysis of the lenses that I used in the course of a year. 2014 showed quite a change over 2013, as I favored the 24-105mm lens considerably. This was in a large part due to all of the human powered trips I did, which limited my gear considerably. Especially, taking the Canon 500mm. It is also worth noting that this chart reveals only the images that I chose to keep, not the totality of images taken.
2014 Lens Use
2013 Lens Use
This was an interesting analysis, Patrick. It made me think about getting the 24-105 and using it along side my new 100-400. I could eliminate the 24-70 and 70-200. I’m always looking for ways to lighten my load.
Karen, that is a great duo – those two lenses.
Thanks for the info Patrick.
24-105 is my most use lens. I don’t own a 500 🙁 but own 100-400 using with 1.4 extender.
Interesting analysis. It might be interesting if, at some point, you could explain your thought process when deciding whether to use your 14-24, 16-35 and 17-40, as they have such significant overlap. I assume the 14-24 is mostly for aurora shooting, but not always. Perhaps you use the 17-40 when on backpacking trips, and the 16-35 when weight is less of an issue? Also, any thoughts on the relative optical merits of the 16-35 and 17-40 (I have a friend trying to decide between the two).
Thanks for your lens analysis Patrick. Which brand 14-24 are you using? Thanks again.
I couldn’t live without my 500 Mk II or my 24-105. But the new 7DMk II attached to the new 100-400 Mk II will likely see plenty of use this year.
I agree!