trinitaria
What do you think about the camera and which lense is best? Mainly photo's (portraits and such) and action pics. (A lot of action pics). would be taken with this camera. Thanks so much!
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The camera will be fine. There are a lot of different levels of action pics (that people have described) ranging from your kids playing in the yard to combat photography. Assuming you will be leaning towards the first choice I will start you off on the cheaper side. The most all inclusive lens is the 18-200mm IS. Suitable for just about anything from landscapes to some light sports (so nothing you are getting paid for). Normally you need to buy two lenses to cover that range. You can get better quality gear if you buy two different lenses but it will be more expensive. If money is not a concern the 17-85 IS lens + the 70-300mm IS or 70-200f/4 IS or non IS. The 70-200 f/4 is an L series pro lens which means superior build and image quality. The non IS version also means its about $700 which is probably the best value of any lens out there, since you would already have the 17-85 IS this might be a good option to look into. Before you invest in an expensive zoom lens like that though, go to a store and make sure you like the range. I use a 70-200 zoom to shoot College soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball, rugby etc, so it is definitely sufficient if a little short for soccer. Also be aware that f/4 is not really usable indoors without a flash for fast moving objects because you wont have enough light for the proper shutter speeds. However a 70-200 f/2.8 lens is far more expensive, 1100 or 1700 for no IS and IS. the f/4 version is probably your best bet if you have the money. Lastly when you get the camera read the manual all the way through. There are lots of tips and tricks for taking good pictures. Learn how to use the creative modes as they will serve you far better than the auto modes when situations are less than optimal.
The camera will be fine. There are a lot of different levels of action pics (that people have described) ranging from your kids playing in the yard to combat photography. Assuming you will be leaning towards the first choice I will start you off on the cheaper side. The most all inclusive lens is the 18-200mm IS. Suitable for just about anything from landscapes to some light sports (so nothing you are getting paid for). Normally you need to buy two lenses to cover that range. You can get better quality gear if you buy two different lenses but it will be more expensive. If money is not a concern the 17-85 IS lens + the 70-300mm IS or 70-200f/4 IS or non IS. The 70-200 f/4 is an L series pro lens which means superior build and image quality. The non IS version also means its about $700 which is probably the best value of any lens out there, since you would already have the 17-85 IS this might be a good option to look into. Before you invest in an expensive zoom lens like that though, go to a store and make sure you like the range. I use a 70-200 zoom to shoot College soccer, hockey, baseball, basketball, rugby etc, so it is definitely sufficient if a little short for soccer. Also be aware that f/4 is not really usable indoors without a flash for fast moving objects because you wont have enough light for the proper shutter speeds. However a 70-200 f/2.8 lens is far more expensive, 1100 or 1700 for no IS and IS. the f/4 version is probably your best bet if you have the money. Lastly when you get the camera read the manual all the way through. There are lots of tips and tricks for taking good pictures. Learn how to use the creative modes as they will serve you far better than the auto modes when situations are less than optimal.
What kind of wide angle lens and flash should i buy if any?
zach30345
Im a 17 year old kid with photography as my hobby and i need some help. I have a standard canon telephoto lens 75-300 and i have 18-55 IS canon lens, these are for my canon xsi. I am on a tight budget and i want to get a wide angle lens, and a flash. What ones should i get?
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Unfortunately, a lens that would be wide angle for your camera won't be cheap. The Sigma 10-20,12-24, Tokina 12-24 or Canon 10-22 are all between £320 and £450 here in the UK, so as a guess I'd say min $450. If you want one, it's gonna cost unless you go second hand.
A flash can be had cheaper, though I'd recommend the 430EXII as a minimum. It has enough features to keep useful, but not as expensive as the top of the range 580EXII. Any lower down the range and you lose the option of tilt AND swivel which is quite important if you want to bounce flash, swivel being necessary when shooting in portrait. 430EXII is around £200 here, so again, as a guess I'd say $250-$300 minimum for you.
These prices may have been alot more than you were expecting, maybe only one or the other will be doable for you. One bonus, that either the UWA lens or a good flash will last you years. Both good additions to your kit.
Unfortunately, a lens that would be wide angle for your camera won't be cheap. The Sigma 10-20,12-24, Tokina 12-24 or Canon 10-22 are all between £320 and £450 here in the UK, so as a guess I'd say min $450. If you want one, it's gonna cost unless you go second hand.
A flash can be had cheaper, though I'd recommend the 430EXII as a minimum. It has enough features to keep useful, but not as expensive as the top of the range 580EXII. Any lower down the range and you lose the option of tilt AND swivel which is quite important if you want to bounce flash, swivel being necessary when shooting in portrait. 430EXII is around £200 here, so again, as a guess I'd say $250-$300 minimum for you.
These prices may have been alot more than you were expecting, maybe only one or the other will be doable for you. One bonus, that either the UWA lens or a good flash will last you years. Both good additions to your kit.
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