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    Posted: 07 November 2011 at 14:37
As it does not hurt to dream a bit once in a while, here is a chance to already start thinking about what 2012 might bring.

2011 plans might not all have come true, but there always a chance to do better next year .

- My first plan for 2012 is to not let the number of a-mount lenses in my bag (15 ) increase any further.

- Secondly, the e-mount CZ24/1.8 is on my wish list.

- Finally, if the Nex-7 proves to be as good as some say, I might replace my Nex-5.

In any case, 2 and 3 will not be part of 2011 anymore as I have other things on my mind during the next months .
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I'd like to get second FF-body. a900/a850 probably but I'll keep my eyes open if Sony desides to come up with new full frames.

Lenses I'm missing the most:
85/1,4
35/1,4

Maybe some f/2,8 zooms also.
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Next year I have the Tamron 180 macro in my sights, along with a couple of the 20AM flashes with plans for a twin macro rig. But to use them first I need to get the RRS portrait flash bracket which was/is on last/this years wish list.
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i hope that a miracle shall happen , and that i have the SAL 500MM F4
i want to use it for a trip to france to photograph bea-eaters , and in the summer to photograph vulture`s

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Originally posted by stiuskr stiuskr wrote:

Next year I have the Tamron 180 macro in my sights, along with a couple of the 20AM flashes with plans for a twin macro rig. But to use them first I need to get the RRS portrait flash bracket which was/is on last/this years wish list.

Another good reason for a Dyxum east coast meetup. You can try out the Tamron first hand .
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A long, very long, Nikon tele prime (400/600)is on my wishlist,
which I would trade for my 200/4.0 and my 400/4.5. Just dreaming!
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Plans.. is to try to maximize the potential of my a77 before buying more stuff that'll drive my finances down.
Otherwise, just looking for a simple cheap 35/1.8, and get my hands on NEX 7, at least to test it out.
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My plan:
Buy nothing more than a cheap APS body to carry in my vehicle
Get a permanent microphotography setup together in my house (kinda need to finish my office for this)
Visit Everglades with my 600/4
Take a yellowstone/rocky mt natl park/devils tower/etc road trip sometime in the spring
Deny all wedding photography requests
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Posts: 118 		Post Options Post Options   Quote justchuck Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07 November 2011 at 19:45
Next year I hope to move up to full frame, so I'm anxiously waiting to see what Sony will have to offer. Also plan to add a flash.
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none so far.

but i might be tempted to buy a a77 with firmware 4.0

and if the a99 comes with the same amount of improvements as the a77 vs the a700 i might have two a900's for sale to partly finance them.

in reality it is unlikely that i will buy something new: i seldom buy electronic equipment that has just hit the market - usually a year or two wait makes the stuff a lot more attractive: firmware versions have gone up, prices have come down...

as far as lenses are concerned, i have no plans - in fact i already have more then i use.

a NEX-7 might however be a nice "extra" camera - if Sony comes up with some good quality pancake lenses.

i still have to get used to the limited time span of digital camera's, my Canon F1's film camera's lasted over 35 years and are still fully functional....
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2012 will see me finally finish completing my original Maxxum lens collection. Don't need many more.

A 300mm f2.8, 135mm f2.8, and a 35mm f2 and I'm done. Maybe that 85mm f1.4 LE... if the stars align correctly (but it's not original).

Then on to a few Contax Distagons with Leitax conversion for Alpha. Specifically the 21mm, 15mm, 18mm, and the 35mm Shift.

One more PEN-FT lens to go... the 20mm f3.5.
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Posts: 3604 		Post Options Post Options   Quote wetapunga Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 November 2011 at 03:08
Well, I'm pretty happy with my gear at the moment. No major changes are intended.

What I really want 2012 to bring, is the end of my stalker's harassment so I can try to rejuvenate my passion for wildlife photography again. Sadly the photography was one of the catalysts for her stalking. Knowing she's 'out there' viewing my photos takes a lot of pleasure away from this hobby. 18 months on, and there's still no end in sight... sigh
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My 2012 Plans are modest because I made numerous acquisitions in 2011. However, I covet a CZ 16-35 f/2,8 , a 400mm lens which has greater optical speed than the Sony version, a Secret Handshake which is used but not abused and a good quality 20mm f/2,8 (quality is more important than manufacturer).

Unfortunately, a 600mm f/4 is too expensive for my budget.    A T&S? A dream for 2013 .

Edited by Jocelynne - 08 November 2011 at 03:51
Maxxum 450si, Sony A300, A700, A900 and a cubic meter of Alpha lenses
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I'm very happy with my current setup. My itches ... more primes (maybe an 85mm), and maybe the A65. I don't mind just shooting!
Current Faves: NEX-3 | A55 | A700 | Tam 28-75, 70-200 | Min 50 1.7, 85 1.4 | Sony 16(E-mount), 28 | Rokkor-X 50 1.4
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