That lens is very popular for a reason; for many people it does make a very good all-pupose lens. For my style I suspect it would be a little long for much of what I would want to shoot.
Disney theme parks are detailed and immersive fantasy arenas. They have both breadth and expanse as well as detail and distance. The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS will do well with the detail and distance needs, but not so well on a crop camera with the wide vista type images. You also might have problems with people in front of you if you position yourself far back enough to capture a wide expanse.
Some people couple the Canon EF-S 10-22mm, f/3.5-4.5 USM (or similar) with the 24-105mm to give a very nice 10:1 overall travel range.
It's a terrific lens. I love it on both my 5D and 40D. Yes, on a crop sensor you lose on the wide, but gain even more on the long end. For Disney, I think you'll have more situations where you "can't get closer" than where you "can't back up". Therefore I don't think the 24 is going to hurt you all that much and the 105 will come in very handy.
Thing is -- it's not a paricularly light lens. You'll feel it carrying it around your neck all day. But that's the price of getting a very nice optic verses one of the 18-200 type super zooms.
It's also image stabilized which comes in handy.
The other lenses I would consider -- is the Canon 17-85 IS -- not as nice optically, but more than good enough for vacation pics. Fixes the wide part but doesn't give you as much reach. Not a big deal.
Or one of the super zooms from Tamron or Sigma with image stabilization. I think for vaction pics they are more than fine -- and they will likely be lighter.
I have the 24-105 and love it. For my style of shooting I find that it covers what I need 90% of the time. For the other 10% I have the 10-22 sitting in the bag ready to go.
Enjoy you trip and make sure to post some shots when you get back.
Eric
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I would say it's an excellent lens. I typically bring only my 24-70 mounted to my 20D on my Disney trips. I very rarely feel the need for my 12-24--I have a couple of times, but only for a couple of shots.
FYI, I have kept my Lowepro OffTrail2 bag mainly for this kind of situation--it's justthe right size for the camera & lens with a little more space in the side lens cases, yet easy enough to shift around for the rides. I also use the Op/Tech Pro Loop strap, it's comfortable even with a 70-200/2.8 hanging off it.
My 24-105 was the only lens save for maybe 10 shots with my 70-200... that I used in Japan for 10 days. It's a fantastic trip / general purpose lens.
I've been highly contemplating upgrading to the 24-70 only for the added benefit of the 2.8... but it's still a hard decision for me since I love the range and sharpness of my 24-105.
A quick search using "andy 24-105" here on dgrin reveals three great threads about the 24-105 L. This topic has been discussed extensively previously. This lens accounts for the majority of my shots and I have a larger collection of Canon lenses, than even Andy has:D
the 24-105 works very well for on-camera lens. I used it almost exclusively for my travelling kit. The IS is great and handy. F4 plus the IS combine with the low noise from high ISO in 5D allows me to do a lot of indoor shots without flash.
Remember to bring along a light and good protection bag for the camera and lens so that you can enjoy the rides and have more fun.
Just rented the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS from Borrow Lenses. We are spending a week in Disney. Do you think this a good "vacation" lens?
Eva
Yes Yes Yes. I switched to Nikon BUT kept my Canon 20D. Sold all my Canon gear except two lenses, the 10-22 and 24-105L. As the moderator said these two lenses make a great travel combo. Wish Nikon had a lens like the 24-105L.
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Disney theme parks are detailed and immersive fantasy arenas. They have both breadth and expanse as well as detail and distance. The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS will do well with the detail and distance needs, but not so well on a crop camera with the wide vista type images. You also might have problems with people in front of you if you position yourself far back enough to capture a wide expanse.
Some people couple the Canon EF-S 10-22mm, f/3.5-4.5 USM (or similar) with the 24-105mm to give a very nice 10:1 overall travel range.
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Thing is -- it's not a paricularly light lens. You'll feel it carrying it around your neck all day. But that's the price of getting a very nice optic verses one of the 18-200 type super zooms.
It's also image stabilized which comes in handy.
The other lenses I would consider -- is the Canon 17-85 IS -- not as nice optically, but more than good enough for vacation pics. Fixes the wide part but doesn't give you as much reach. Not a big deal.
Or one of the super zooms from Tamron or Sigma with image stabilization. I think for vaction pics they are more than fine -- and they will likely be lighter.
Lee
Enjoy you trip and make sure to post some shots when you get back.
Eric
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FYI, I have kept my Lowepro OffTrail2 bag mainly for this kind of situation--it's justthe right size for the camera & lens with a little more space in the side lens cases, yet easy enough to shift around for the rides. I also use the Op/Tech Pro Loop strap, it's comfortable even with a 70-200/2.8 hanging off it.
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I've been highly contemplating upgrading to the 24-70 only for the added benefit of the 2.8... but it's still a hard decision for me since I love the range and sharpness of my 24-105.
Enjoy Disney!
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A quick search using "andy 24-105" here on dgrin reveals three great threads about the 24-105 L. This topic has been discussed extensively previously. This lens accounts for the majority of my shots and I have a larger collection of Canon lenses, than even Andy has:D
http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=26874&highlight=andy+24-105
http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=26874&highlight=andy+24-105
http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=75438&highlight=andy+24-105
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Remember to bring along a light and good protection bag for the camera and lens so that you can enjoy the rides and have more fun.
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I love mine, it's a great vacation lens in my opinion. I especially love the IS feature you will love it too, gaurantee!!:ivar
As you can see it delivers superb colors and is very sharp.
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Yes Yes Yes. I switched to Nikon BUT kept my Canon 20D. Sold all my Canon gear except two lenses, the 10-22 and 24-105L. As the moderator said these two lenses make a great travel combo. Wish Nikon had a lens like the 24-105L.