Developing a crippling case of Lensitis, a.k.a 'Lens Lust'

[Sonya Natasha]

I was warned over Christmas when I received my first DSLR, to avoid catching the dreaded 'Lens Lust'. I figured with the 18-55mm, 50mm f1.8, and 55-250mm I would be happy for quite some time. Then, I saw the praises of the 85mm f1.8 for low light action (karate) and portraits - so I HAD to buy that. Now, my flower garden will be soon sprouting in the next month and I'll NEED a macro (100mm f2.8, I believe). There is also an itch starting for L lenses, which terrifies me a little too....

I am fortunate enough to make a decent living and live in a smaller community with a low cost of living - so financial ruin is unlikely....and it is strictly a hobby.

I know that you do not need a multitude of lenses for great photography...I just really want them! LOL!

Does the lust wear off after a while? Or am I going to end up on A&E's 'Intervention' with my family trying to get to lay off the lenses?

[SusanH1970]

Originally Posted by Sonya Natasha

Does the lust wear off after a while? Or am I going to end up on A&E's 'Intervention' with my family trying to get to lay off the lenses?

It never, ever, EVER wears off. I only have three but my B&H wishlist is enormous.

[zona5101]

Remember the axiom: "He who dies with the most toys, wins!"

Now get out there and be a winner.

[Sonya Natasha]

Remember the axiom: "He who dies with the most toys, wins!"

Love it! I am pretty sure that my husband just shuddered and doesn't quite know why!

[sinophilia]

Interesting topic. I got my GF1 in December and after 4 months I own 3 m4/3 digital lenses, several manual lenses, 2 mirror lenses, 2 adapters, a reversing ring, filters etc... and I chose this format to avoid bulk and weight LOL

[Murtasma]

My lens lust is wearing out now. There are lots of lens I want but only a few I need. I got most everything I need now. There are still a few L series lens I would love to have but I know it's just a pipe dream for now so I don't let it get to me.

I'm starting to get lighting accessory list now. I'm more interested in strobes and light modifiers then lens now.

[Saralonde]

[QUOTE=Sonya Natasha;943015
Does the lust wear off after a while? [/QUOTE]

No.

I don't need them, but a little lust is fine.

[tamcry]

Susan I have the same dilemma as Sonya and I read your reply. Then I went and checked out your pictures and was very impressed. All these shots were from your lens's that yopu said you only have?? So I don't need those entire expensive lens just learn more on taking pictures?

Al

[wulf]

It wore off. I wouldn't mind a lens that could go ultrawide but 10mm isn't that much more than 18mm and I haven't spent enough time at that limit to justify another purchase to myself. I also wouldn't mind a higher quality long telephoto to upgrade my 70-300mm (or a lens that would reach even further) but I rarely feel limited by not being able to zoom further so I'm content there as well.

Best of all, my current collection is still small and light enough that I can easily carry most or all of it round and have that range of choice available at all times.

Wulf

[SusanH1970]

Originally Posted by tamcry

Susan I have the same dilemma as Sonya and I read your reply. Then I went and checked out your pictures and was very impressed. All these shots were from your lens's that yopu said you only have?? So I don't need those entire expensive lens just learn more on taking pictures?

Al

Wow, thanks! Yup, all of my photos were done with the lenses I have. My 50mm 1.8 is on my camera 95% of the time.