Advice on DSLR Camera zoom lens?

riggers

Hello all keen photographers!

I wondered if you'll could answer a few Q's for me..

1) Is this the correct order for the way a camera is built?

a) lens
b) aperture
c) shutter
d) image sensor

2) Nikkor 28mm f/2.8 AF D

what does the 'D' stand for?

3) 18-55mm lens

Is 18mm the distance between the lens and the shutter, or the distance between the lens and the aperture?
Likewise is 55mm the distance between the lens and the shutter, or the distance between the lens and the aperture?

4) If you'll have time and don't mind, could you have a look at some of my flics on 'Flickr'

I'd really appreciate some feedback on my shots. Good feedback, and especially critical feedback. (please leave a comment on each image post)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/31190551@N03/

Lastly, thankyou all so very much for checking out my Q, and thanks in advance for your answers, I really appreciate it!

Riggers..

Answer
What do the letters mean?
G - A new subset of the D-type lenses, without an aperture ring. The aperture is set by a command dial on the camera body.
D - Lens provides distance to subject information to camera; useful for automatic flash setting
ED - Extra low dispersion glass; give superior sharpness and color rendition
IF - Internal focus - the lens does not rotate or extend as it focuses
AF-S - Auto-focus, silent wave focus engine contained inside the lens itself
DX - Lens formatted for digital sensors that should not be used on full frame cameras
VR - Vibration Reduction - a gyroscopic system to detect and correct camera shake to yield sharp images at slower shutter speeds

18mm and 55mm refer to the "focal length" of the lens. If you don't understand that, I suggest that you check out Wiki on the topic, as they will have illustrations to make it clear to you. Scroll down: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Focal_length

I don't understand what you mean in the first question about the order in which a camera is made.

You would do a lot better if this was posted as four separate questions. Some people love giving photo critiques and others enjoy answering technical questions. Asking so many questions in one will chase some potential answerers away.

which image stabilizer installed in DSLR is more dependable:camera or lens?

a_joemar

DSLR sony, olympus etc.. has image stabilizer in the body
while..
DSLR Canon, Nikon has installed on its lens..

so, which is better?

Answer
Many camera manufacturers have different opinions on the advantages and disadvantages of the two systems.

In camera sensor shift has the advantage of always being there, no matter what lens you should decide to put on the camera, and is thus its main advantage. However it is not viewable through the view finder, a problem that one might find quite irritating.

The advantage with lens shifting systems (such is IS or VR as called by Canon and Nikon respectively) is that they can be viewed through the view finder, something that most photographers will agree is an important thing, and will value much in the same way they use the viewfinders depth of field button. The key disadvantage of lens shifting systems is that they tend to cost more to implicate, which is the key reason why manufacturers such as Sony (a more consumer orientated manufacturer) have chosen to use inbuilt image stabilisation into the camera body.

As for the effectiveness of the two systems, there is very little difference, all image stabilisers remove around 2-4 stops of shake at relatively similar quality. If I were to make a choice, I would go with lens shifting, as it rely on the lens and I find it quite important to see the effect the stabilisation has on my subject as I am a wild life photographer often shooting at around 600mm.

However this opinion did not affect the choice of camera I went for, it just happened to work out that way. When choosing a camera there are much more important things to consider, such as upgrades (what camera will you by next) and lens, and customer support, and above all the way the camera fits your hand. Image stabilisation should be near the bottom of your list with gadgets such as sensor cleaning and Live view.

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60D with kit lens or 60D body + Canon 50mm f1.4?

arch.cm

Which would be the better option? The kit lens comes with a 18-135mm IS lens (I heard kit lens aren't that great) and the Canon 50mm f1.4 I heard is a pretty good prime lens. What are the pros and cons? What's so great about a Prime lens? Is it really worth it? I heard Prime lens have better quality, larger aperture which creates in interesting DOF, bokeh, and lets more light in. It's also relatively cheaper than zoom lens, I saw it for $399 at Best Buy... Are these features correct? Thanks.

Answer
It depends - on what your shooting style is. Sure, a prime lens like that would be better quality than the 'kit' lens, but don't rule out the kit lens altogether - it's perfectly capable of good shots in the right hands.

The 50mm prime will be ideal if you;
- shoot in low light a lot, or
- shoot portraits a lot, or
- want a very shallow dof, and
- are prepared to move around more to frame the shot (ie zoom with your feet).

If you are more into 'general' photography & want the convenience of a single lens with a large focal length range from landscapes to close wildlife/sports/street photography, as well as portraits, with less emphasis on shallow dof, then the kit lens would be ideal.

is it possible to attach an extension tube for canon 60d 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS UD Standard Zoom Lens kit?

mark

if yes, can you please specify the exact extension tube that i will need.

i'm just wondering whether if i can use these extension tube

http://www.amazon.com/Fotodiox-Extension-Extreme-Close-up-Digital/dp/B003Y60DZO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1297286828&sr=1-3

Answer
Extension tubes really aren't what they're cracked up to be. In many cases your lens can't "talk" with the camera through them which, if that's the case, means no auto focus or aperture.

Second with a tube you'll lose at least 2 f/stops making every thing you shoot much darker which will require that everything you shoot be in sun light because of the lost of aperture.

The best thing you can do is buy a new lens for this excellent camera.

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does the 18-55 vr kit lens that comes with the nikon d3100 autofocus?

Mr Know it

Answer
All Nikon "kit lenses" that are officially packed with Nikon DSLR cameras will autofocus with the bodies they're matched with.

The 18-55mm VR is a nice, compact, inexpensive gateway lens that will give you autofocus and excellent results for general photography.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/18-55mm-vr.htm

Here's some sample results taken with a Nikon D3100 and the 18-55mm AF-S VR lens.
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=18-55mm&cm=nikon%2Fd3100&s=int

Cheap, beginner DSLR camera? Nikon d40 and lens pros cons?

I am looking for an inexpensive camera (around $300-500) for beginners. I am looking at the Nikon d40, which I have heard good things about. It comes in a kit with a 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. Any pros and cons about this camera and lens? Also, I know the f/stop is what controls the aperture, or blurry background and focus object. Is this lens f/3.5-5.6 a small enough number to take close up and somewhat far portraits of people and still have the blurry background effect? Any other useful info is appreciated! Thanks!

Answer
The D3100 w/ the 18-55mm kit lens refurbished is $499 right now! It's a good deal.
Well, I think the oldest you should go is the D3000. The D40 is very old, it's a first generation DSLR. The D3000 has four more megapixels and better autofocus.

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What is the best Canon lens that will work on a Rebel XSi that has the best bokeh (background blur)?

=)

I know the 50mm 1.2 is really great but I can't quite afford that yet. I'm only 16. Do you know of anything with really great bokeh maybe under the price of 400? Would you recommend the 50mm 1.4? Does it have great bokeh? What else?

Answer
Since how a lens interprets out of focus areas behind the subject varies from lens to lens and is subject to the interpretation of the photographer, no one can really answer this question.

The f/1.2 lens is only necessary for shooting in low light situations and in most cases not worth the added cost for even the experienced pro, let alone a beginning photographer.

Why don't you go into a camera store and put a 50 mm f/1.4 on your camera and take some shots with the aperture wide open and focused on a subject near the camera and decide for yourself?

Here is a link that shows what different lenses do to the out of focus area behind the subjects.

http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/bokeh-comparison.htm

Bokeh has become a buzz word around those who are just entering into photography. It is only useful when shooting things like portraits, fashion and glamour or things that selective focus is the goal. That Bokeh is an out of focus area behind the subject, not BLUR, is missed by many new users of cameras. Blur is caused by camera or subject movement when shooting using slow shutter speeds. Blur can be identified by a directional smear in one direction or an other. It can become a compounded problem if the camera moves one direction and the subject another at slow shutter speeds.

Ok I am debating on which canon lens should I but?

nemo007

I am debating between the canon EF 200mm f/2.0L IS USM or the canon EF 70 to 200 F2.8L IS mrk ll? Which one would you get? Is the 200mm f2.0 is justify the price for it.

Answer
Canon EF 200mm f/2L IS USM Telephoto Lens.............

* Super fast auto focus
* Speed, F/2 at 200mm!!
* Unbelievable perfect 10 Images!!
* This lens WILL get you attention
* Otherworldly image stabilization!
* Great build quality weather sealed
* Fantastic perfect buttery smooth Bokeh

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=+Canon+EF+200mm+f/2L+IS+USM+Telephoto+Lens.&x=0&y=0&tag=pntsa-20
* The absolute best in-door concert and event lens ever created!

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What is the best way to clean a lens on a 35mm camera?

Angellover

I've got a Cannon Sure Shot Owl 115. It is a 35mm camera. When I look through the shutter window (the little window that you look through to focus and capture the object) I have a little white smear on my lens unless it is zoomed to 10x. That is too large for most short range photos. The lens isn't removable. How can I clean that off without damaging my camera? I don't want that smear in my holiday photos, Thanks.

Answer
Hi AngelLover, that Canon sureshot is a great little camera.

Remember that any smear you see thru the viewfinder window is NOT going to show up in your photos.

That smear is simply on the front viewfinder lens. It is the tiny glass lens above the main lens of the camera.

Here is what you do.

In a bright room place the camera on its back on a table.

Look at the front viewfinder lens from different angles until you can see the smear.

If the smear is on the front of the lens it is probably one of two things, either a fingerprint, or possibly some other sticky debris.

Most drugstores, camera shops or big discount stores sell cheap lens cleaning kits for less than $5. They come with a brush, a rubber blower to blow dust off, special tissue paper, and a bottle of cleaner.

First blow any dust off the viewfinder lens. Then brush the lens gently.

Next moisten the special tissue with a drop of fluid. Dab at the lens gently. Wipe dry with another cleaning tissue.

If this does not work, try cleaning the back viewfinder lens.

If the smear is inside the camera, don't worry because it will not show up in your photos.

Cleaning an older camera at a shop is not worthwhile unless you are under warranty.

Best of luck.

Is a 55 mm lens good for a 35mm camera?

micky

Answer
Yes a 55m lens is the normal lens for 35mm (film) camera. However anything from roughly a 45 or 48mm to a 58mm has been on the film cameras of the past. Is this a good lens, depends on you and your shooting style. I came to like a 28mm and an 85 or 90mm lenses and skipped the the 50 or 55mm lens most of the time.

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What is a good camera lens for landscape/travel?

Julia Henr

I'm going to Italy in a month and I was hoping to buy a new lens for my trip. Any suggestions?
I have a low budget, must be under $500. I'd prefer it to be around $300.
Oh and I have a Nikon d90, if that helps any.

Answer
The 18-105 mm lens is sufficient for what you want to do.

Most travel photos are shot using a wide angle lens, like the Nikkor 10-24 mm lens

If you have visited the Nikon website, you will notice that your $300-$500 budget is a little short. You need to save more pennies.

http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Camera-Lenses/index.page

You will notice, there are very few lenses (other than maybe three or four) that actually fall in that range. None of them are wide angle zoom lenses

The 10-24 mm wide angle lens would be especially helpful shooting in ancient towns and cities like Venice, Udine, Padova, Trieste and others

Can I travel with my camera lens on my carry-on bag w no problem?

Mark

I recently purchased a nikon DSLR camera and some lens that are very, very expensive.

I have a trip coming up on Dec. And obviously I'm very nervous putting them inside my check-in luggage because some TSA or whoever might go & steal it.

I can put them inside my carry-on bag with no troubles going thru the security check points, right?


thanks!!!!!!!

Answer
Cameras are not a weapon and are not dangerous. The TSA people _will not care_ that you have a camera in your bag. No one will.

Never put anything valuable in checked in luggage.

Just leave it all in your carry on bag when you send everything through the x-ray machine. You do not have to tell them you have a camera. I have traveled many times with a digital camera and nobody has every said anything or asked about it. Really. it is just another electronic device, and most passengers on planes these days have several pieces of electronics.

Going through the x-ray machine will have absolutely no effect on the camera or the memory card.

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digital camera question?

Q. what's the difference between an optical zoom and a digital zoom on a camera? is it okay to have a digital zoom but not an optical zoom? what are they?

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More and more camera manufacturers are choosing to label their digital cameras with the total (optical x digital) zoom. This is an unfortunate development and only serves to confuse consumers.

Most people who have used a 35mm camera or an APS camera are aware of only optical zoom. Optical zoom uses the optics

(lens) of the camera to bring the subject closer. Digital zoom is an invention of digital video cameras. It is not uncommon to see digital videocams with 300x digital zoom.

For our purpose, digital zoom is not really zoom, in the strictest definition of the term. What digital zoom does is enlarge a portion of the image, thus 'simulating' optical zoom. In other words, the camera crops a portion of the image and then enlarges it back to size. In so doing, you lose image quality. If you've been regularly using digital zoom and wondered why your pictures did not look that great, now you know.

Is digital zoom therefore all bad? No, not at all. It's a feature that you might want in your digital camera (in fact, all digital cameras include some digital zoom, so you can't really avoid it), especially if you don't care about using (or don't know how to use) an image editing software. So, as far as digital zoom is concerned, you can do it in camera or you can do it afterwards in an image editing software. Any cropping and enlarging can be done in an image editing software, such as Photoshop.

So, when a digital camera is advertised with 3x digital zoom, no big deal. You can achieve the same 3x (and in fact as much as you want) digital zoom effect in an image editing software. The advantage of doing it later is that you can then decide exactly which portion to crop and how much to enlarge (3x, 4x, ...). If you do it in camera, image quality is irreversibly lost.

Someone in a digital camera forum once mentioned that he uses digital zoom because it might mean the difference between capturing a great shot or not at all. Umm, let's think about this a bit. True, if by zooming digitally in camera you get to see what your subject is doing and thus can capture the shot at the right moment. Not quite true, if it's something like a landscape shot, and the mountains ain't going nowhere fast, because you can achieve the same cropping and enlarging effect after the fact in your image editing software. So, it's really up to you, if you know what you're doing.

What, therefore is the rule of thumb, when it comes to using zoom? Here it is: Always use optical zoom. When buying a camera, choose one that warns you that you are about to use digital zoom or that allows you to disable digital zoom (most do). If you do use digital zoom, use it only if it does not appreciably impact your image quality. If you rarely print past 4x6 in. photos, digital zoom may not adversely affect you.

When comparing cameras, you should always use optical zoom. There is no point in comparing digital zoom with digital zoom or optical zoom with total zoom. Always compare optical zoom with optical zoom.

All in all, optical zoom is much better. Digital zoom is just like zooming in on it on your computer. If it has no optical zoom, don't buy it.

how do you read a lens?

coy5coy

1.

Canon EF-S 17-85MM f4-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens

can someone please break this down so I can understand how to read this please?


2.

Canon EF-S 17-85MM f4-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens

why would anyone want a zoom lens that stops at 85MM, isnt the larger the number better the zoom? Wouldnt the 300mm be much better because it zooms in better?

Answer
Canon is the manufacturer of the lens, meaning that the lens will mount onto a Canon body.

The focal length (e.g., "70-300mm) is the field of view that the lens can see. A "Normal" focal length is about 35mm on a consumer Canon DSLR and 50mm on a 35mm SLR. This gives roughly the perspective that we, as people, see. A wider lens can see more of a scene (think really big landscapes), but the perspective is exaggerated and as something gets close to the camera is starts to appear much larger. An example of this is the classic image of a dog poking it's nose towards camera; the nose will look really big while the rest of the dog is small because it's further back. A telephoto lens makes a distant scene look bigger (smaller field of view) and also flattens the picture. Think of a telephoto lens as being like a pair of binoculars and a wide angle lens as being those binoculars turned around backward.

EF stands for "ElectroFocus." This means that it is autofocus and will mount on an EOS camera (Any DSLR, recent 35mm SLR's too). An acronym of EF-S means that the lens will only work on cropped-sensor (aka, APS-C) DSLR's such as the Rebel series (or 300D/350D/400D/450D/1000D) and 10D/20D/30D/40D series. It will mount on any EOS camera, but light will not hit the corners of the image sensor or film on a non-cropped camera, and this will result in a big black circle near the edges of the image.

IS stands for image stabilization. This means that there are mechanisms in the lens that helps reduce the shake caused by hand holding it, which in turn makes it easier to shoot sharp images in low light situations.

USM is an UltraSonic Motor. A USM mechanism is virtually silent, and generally focuses much faster than non-USM glass.

DO means "Diffractive Optics" in Canon jargon, and DO lenses can be identified as having a green ring around the lens body towards the front of the lens. Diffractive Optics is a technology that allows very sharp lenses with virtually no chromatic aberration. These lenses are normally a bit smaller than one would expect for their focal length/speed as DO is used to reduce the need for huge pieces of glass, but these lenses are also very expensive. I've never heard of a bad DO lens.

Zoom, of course, means that the lens can change it's focal length -- zoom in and out. Zooms have generally lower image quality than a comparable fixed or prime lens, that does not zoom. A bigger zoom range does not imply better. As lenses are made to zoom more, they lose image quality because you're trying to make the same glass work for a wide range of focal lengths. Basically, you're making the glass perform at an okay level for any given focal length, but never excel at any given one either. A fixed/prime lens will usually give the best optical quality. After that, a small zoom range (16-30mm) will give the next best quality, then a medium zoom range (18-55mm), and a large zoom range (18-200mm or 70-300mm) will give the least optical quality. This is just a general guideline of course, optical quality varies significantly from lens to lens. The 17-85mm IS lens will be a better option if you had to choose just one lens right now, as it covers the "Normal" range, which is where the majority of your shots will come from. The 70-300 DO is an amazing lens, and would be a great second lens.

The f/# is the maximum aperture of the lens. A smaller number is generally better, as the lens can perform in lower-light situations and can also "Sweet spot" (get to it's best working conditions) at a lower aperture as well. A bigger aperture (lower number) means that there is a bigger hole for light to pass through in the lens, which means more light reaches the sensor in a given time, and thus the sensor can record the image faster than with a lens at a lower f/#.

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How do I choose my first camera?

Orange

I want to upgrade from using my iphone4(youtube.com/user/justinsinthewoods), I'm a novice, and I film during cloudy days and dark evenings.
still cameras, dslr, slr, I don't know what any of that are.

Answer
All digital cameras come down to three types; DSLRs, Mirrorless, and Compact cameras.

DSLR means "digital single lens reflex", and is what most non-photographers call "professional cameras" (although there is a professional - advanced amateur - and beginner level for these cameras). Examples are a Nikon D7100, Canon T3i, etc. These are also the higher cost cameras. Costing anywhere from $500 to $20,000 or more, depending on lenses.

SLRs, which are similar to DSLRs, are the original 35mm film cameras. When digital came about, manufacturers took the existing SLR format (which means you can use the same lenses) and converted them by replacing the film mechanics with a digital sensor. the "D" in DSLR means it is a digital version of a SLR.

Mirrorless cameras are typically one step down from a DSLR, and are generally lighter and smaller - although some of these cameras can use the larger DSLR lenses with an adapter. For some, these cameras combine good performance and a smaller package (than DSLRs). Examples are Sony NEX, Micro Four Thirds, and Nikon 1. These are the mid-cost cameras, and range from $300 to $2,000, again depending on lenses.

Compact cameras are the smallest and cheapest of the digital cameras. They have non-interchangeable zoom lenses (although there are a few exceptions), and sometimes high power zooms, up to 50x and beyond. Compact cameras range from $50 all the way up to $1,000.

First and foremost, the main difference between these three types of cameras is the sensor size. This is not the number of megapixels, but rather, the physical size of the sensor. DSLR sensors are around 300~800 sq mm, Mirrorless range from 100~300 sq mm, and compact cameras range from 25~50 sq mm. Compare that to your iPhone which is around 4 sq mm.

Therefore, the best DSLRs will have a physical sensor size 200 times the surface area as your iPhone.

Generally speaking, a larger sensor lets in more light, as there is more surface area that can gather light. So the primary improvement as you move up in camera type is the low-light capability.

Next come lenses. DSLRs and Mirrorless cameras have interchangeable lenses, while compact cameras do not. These lenses can be quite large and expensive. But like the sensors, larger lenses can let in more light. "CAN" is the key here though as there are some lenses that let in more light than others. Also, the larger lenses tend to be optically better; sharper, better contrast, and other factors that produce a better photo.

DSLRs and to a degree, Mirrorless cameras give you the most flexible control over the camera. In some modes, you have total exposure control over the camera. However, this requires you to learn about the fundamentals of photography, as with these powerful cameras, some knowledge is needed. Some of the very best compact cameras have a limited subset of this control.

Finally, compact cameras. Due to the pressure from iPhones, this market - the lower-to-mid end of the market is shrinking, so manufacturers are all trying to one-up their competition to retain market share.

Unfortunately, this is leading to less than quality results in some cases as the manufacturers push the envelope with megapixel counts, high power zooms, and dubious features. Not all of these results produce good cameras. So at this point, compact cameras are like the wild west when it comes to marketing. Still, there are a lot of good cameras in this segment - there is just a lot of duds as well.

Compact cameras - most of them anyway, are totally automatic, so you do not need to know anything about photography to use. These are referred as point-and-shoot cameras, and are not unlike your iPhone when it comes to control over the camera. However, many people don't want to be bothered by having to know photography, so most compacts don't offer such flexibility.

If you go to a well established camera shop, you are likely to get better advice than the Best Buy salesman. Hopefully they will steer you around the lower quality cameras.

There are a few specific cameras that do not fit this generalization, but this is mostly accurate.

Interchangeable lens cameras?

The Vampir

I would like an interchangeable lens camera what are the best ones at reasonable prices. the more choices the bettter. Thanks!!!!
oh sry i 4got digital
btw I like nature photography so I need a camera thats good 4 being out in nature (durable good shutter speed and REALLY clear pics) =)

Answer
Are you talking DSLRs or SLRs.

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Lens Hood? Olympus?

Bex

I've got a new olympus camera (my first 'fancy' one ever) and we got two lens hoods with it. one say Lens hood LH-61C and and the other says Lens hood LH-61D.
I have a faint idea (blocking out the sun so it doesn't hit the lens) but what exactly are they for and what kind of photography are they for?

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Lens hoods can be used in all photography and accomplish two tasks. Foremost, they block unwanted light from entering the lens -- light that would not be in the regular field of view of the picture. Blocking this light reduces "lens flare" and can help provide you with better color saturation for your pictures (less color washout effect). While that's most beneficial in bright light situations they can also help in low-light where there are other bright sources (imagine a cell phone open during a movie).

Second, they help protect the lens from damage. It's harder to hit the surface of the lens, and it can help keep off dust and moisture.

The 61C is for your 14-42 lens and should be flower petal shaped. The 61D is for your 40-150 lens and should be cone shaped.

what is a lens hood ( for cameras?)?

what do you use a lens hood for on a camera ?
why would i need one?

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It prevents stray light that may enter from an angle to the front of the lens from degrading images by ghosting and lens flare.

The flare that can result in "artistic" aiming the lens toward the a light source is intentional and can be quite creative, but the other should be avoided.

Lens hoods can be the first line of defense when shooting under conditions where the lens may be damaged by flying bodies or other objects (sports and off-road shooting for instance).

Here is the result of such an uncontrolled event. Not only was the lens hood damaged, the UV filter was too.

http://s862.photobucket.com/albums/ab182/fotomanaz/Answers%20album/?action=view&current=iDamage.jpg&newest=1

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Camera Lens Help !!!!!?

sarah

I got some babypower on my lens and it turned out a bit fuzzy is there ANYWAY I CAN HELP ITTT???

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Clean the baby powder off the lens. Youll have to be very careful because the baby powder may scuff the lens.

Blow off as much as you can. Carefully use a can of compressed air. Your breath or a blower bulb wont be enough.

Wet a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and soak up the remaining powder. Dont rub it just dab it. Smearing the powder around is what may scuff the lens.

For safety to prevent lens damage you might want to take it to a shop for professional cleaning.

Edit:
The functions of saliva:
Lubrication
Protection against drying
Thins and dilutes food for swallowing
Anti acid function, buffers and neutralises acids, particularly important when there are acids of bacterial origin present
Taste
Irrigation - debris and bacteria
taste buds
Bacteriostatic action on endogenous bacteria
Bacteriolytic action on exogenous bacteria
Digestive
Reduction of clotting time

The major components of saliva:
Histatins
Statherins
Lysozyme
Proline-rich proteins
Carbonic anhydrases
Amylases
Peroxidases
Lactoferrin
Mucin 2
SlgA
Mucin 1

I donât see tialine listed and my search found no info on tialine. Even if it is what 120 says youre not trying to digest fungus and bacteria on your lens.

Its true our Creator gave us both saliva and tears but notice he didnât put saliva in our eyes or tears in our mouths. They are two different fluids with two different purposes. I done see âcleaningâ in any of the functions of saliva. Tears are a good lubricant for your eyes. Next time you change your motor oil would you fill the crankcase with tears?

Saliva doesnât evaporate quickly as cleaning fluid does and this could make cleaning more difficult. Toilet paper isnât lint free so you may end up with paper fibers all over your lens.

Ive used cleaning fluid and lens tissue on coated lenses for over twenty years and never harmed a lens. There are other suitable methods I just happen to be satisfied with mine. I donât care how long 120 has been a camera repair student. Im not switching to saliva and toilet paper for my lenses. Youre of course absolutely free to do so if you wish. I bet if you contact your camera manufacturer they wont recommend the saliva and toilet paper method either.

For more info than you really ever need to know about saliva see the links below.

Cleaning a camera lens?

Kristi H

I have a nikon D50 slr with the attachable lens. I lost the lens cap a few months back and haven't had the chance to get another one. I keep it as locked away as possible. But stuff gets all over it. What can I do to clean it?

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Camera lenses have "anti-reflection" coatings on the surfaces which are very vulnerable to scratching. So what ever you do never not wipe a dry lens with anything.

Pick up a small bottle of lens cleaner and "lens tissue" from any camera store. (DO NOT USE ANYTHING ELSE.) Also pick up a small lens brush. It comes attached to a small rubber-like bulb that you squeeze to blow a puff of air over the lens. Use the brush to LIGHTLY remove any remaining particles. Then put a few drops of the cleaning liquid on the lens. Take a lens tissue and fold it into a small square (about 1 inch). Use the tissue to draw the liquid over the surface of the lens working from the center to the edge. You might have to repeat several times to get the lens completely clean.

I wouldn't put plastic wrap over the lens. It will "outgas" leaving a hard to remove film residue on the lens. Every time you clean the lens you risk damaging the surface.

Finally, for a few bucks, buy a new lens cap.

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What is a good camera lens for landscape/travel?

Julia Henr

I'm going to Italy in a month and I was hoping to buy a new lens for my trip. Any suggestions?
I have a low budget, must be under $500. I'd prefer it to be around $300.
Oh and I have a Nikon d90, if that helps any.

Answer
The 18-105 mm lens is sufficient for what you want to do.

Most travel photos are shot using a wide angle lens, like the Nikkor 10-24 mm lens

If you have visited the Nikon website, you will notice that your $300-$500 budget is a little short. You need to save more pennies.

http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Camera-Lenses/index.page

You will notice, there are very few lenses (other than maybe three or four) that actually fall in that range. None of them are wide angle zoom lenses

The 10-24 mm wide angle lens would be especially helpful shooting in ancient towns and cities like Venice, Udine, Padova, Trieste and others

Can I travel with my camera lens on my carry-on bag w no problem?

Mark

I recently purchased a nikon DSLR camera and some lens that are very, very expensive.

I have a trip coming up on Dec. And obviously I'm very nervous putting them inside my check-in luggage because some TSA or whoever might go & steal it.

I can put them inside my carry-on bag with no troubles going thru the security check points, right?


thanks!!!!!!!

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Cameras are not a weapon and are not dangerous. The TSA people _will not care_ that you have a camera in your bag. No one will.

Never put anything valuable in checked in luggage.

Just leave it all in your carry on bag when you send everything through the x-ray machine. You do not have to tell them you have a camera. I have traveled many times with a digital camera and nobody has every said anything or asked about it. Really. it is just another electronic device, and most passengers on planes these days have several pieces of electronics.

Going through the x-ray machine will have absolutely no effect on the camera or the memory card.

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My Quantaray Lens(70-300mm, 4.0-5.6 LD) is not Zooming in or out. Does anyone know where I can get it repaired?

RoseCullen

All in Title.
Would I have to buy a new one? Or CAN you even get it repaired

Answer
If its indeed broken it will likely cost more to have it repaired than it will to buy a new lens. You might consider saving your money until you can buy a comparable lens from your camera manufacturer. Over time you'll find that a Pentax lens on a Pentax DSLR or Sony/Minolta Maxxum lens on a Sony DSLR or Canon lens on a Canon DSLR or Nikon lens on a Nikon DSLR will give better results than an after-market (Tamron, Sigma, Tokina) lens on the same camera.

Camera repair costs... Lens?

Jme

How much would it cost to get my camera lens fixed

Answer
Check out Precision Camera Repair. You can get a quote online.
I have used them for DSLR repairs, they are reasonably priced and have a fast turn around time.

Link below
http://www.precisioncamera.com/
TOM

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What type of a camera lens would you recommend for taking outdoor portraits?

Someone

I'm doing a shoot with my friend, and I own a Canon Rebel XSi.

I have a 50mm f/1.8 and the kit lens (18-55mm).

I'm thinking to use the 50mm, but are there any ones I should try out? I have money to get a new lens.

Answer
Yep the 50mm f/1.8 you already have its great for outdoor portraits. But if you want to get another lens for portraits the best option are fixed lenses because they tend to be sharper than zoom lenses. Also another advantage of using fixed lenses is that you get more creative because you are forced to step close or farther when trying to recompose your image, and you can get nice photos trying new angles and distances. Some photographers seem to anchor themselves to one spot when they have a zoom lens.

I for example, use the macro 2.8 L USM IS lens for outdoor portraits. I actually use that lens all the time, i just love it. Its great for portrait and macro and also i can get really cool macro shots from the face.

But you will learn that depening on the lens you get you will take different types of pictures. A wide angle lens will give you another bizarre point of view for portraits. I mean it all depends on what tyoe of portraits you want to do. Just image and decide which lens you want to work with.

My list of great portrait lenses.
macro 100 mm L USM IS
28-70mm
70-200mm
50mm 1.4 or 1.2
the 85mm one its amazing too

havea great day

Is this a good outdoor portrait lens?

Amanda

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Standard-Medium-Telephoto-Cameras/dp/B00009XVCZ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1296024916&sr=8-1

I've read a lot of reviews that says it's great for indoor portraiture but I do mostly outdoor...
Suggestions?
&&& I just wanna say thanks to everyone who has helped me with ALL 5 billion of my questions over the last 24 hours. You guys are great!
Thanks Hondo. I'll order it asap!
Enzo--A wide angle lens?? You're the first person who's said anything about me needing a wide angle lens.

Answer
If it is good for indoor, then it will be good for outdoor as well.

What makes it good for indoor is that it has a very wide maximum aperture, which means it will allow more light to hit the camera's sensor in low light conditions (but you already know the relationship between lens aperture and light ...right?). If it were a 50mm f/4 lens, then it would still be a good outdoor portrait lens, but would not be a good indoor portrait lens.

The focal length (50mm) is what makes it a good portrait lens.
The max. aperture (f/1.4) is what makes it a good indoor lens.
If it is good for indoor, it will also be good for outdoor.

Seriously, you need to read a good book about photography. I would recommend a book called "Understanding Exposure." It is cheap, easy to read, and one of the best out there.



Enzo's answer below is very wrong. You most certainly do NOT want to use a wide angle lens for portraits. I am guessing that he did not read your question carefully.

Also, focal length has nothing to do with whether you use the lens indoor or outdoor.

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where can i purchase creative coffee mugs?

Sparta

something as creative, and unique as these:

http://www.coffeedetective.com/images/mr-p-lick-coffee-mug-21102701.jpg

and this:

http://www.markpascua.com/wp-content/coffee-mug-camera-lens.jpg

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starbucks has the cool ones where you can like glue your own pictures to the coffee mug. can't get anymore creative than that!

Where to buy Camera Lens MUG in London?

H

Does anyone know where to buy camrea lens mug (canon) in London?
Thanks!

Answer
you can buy them off ebay, if you must.

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WHAT CAMERA LENS IS BETTER 14-42mm OR 18-55mm?

Megan

i am buying a slr, but not sure which lens to get?

Answer
Figure out which camera you want to buy. The kit lens isn't something you should dwell on too much though. Any of them will get you a decent shot.

A 35mm f1.8 prime lens would be a great addition to whichever lens you choose. It will give you the ability to play with depth of field a bit and allow you to shoot in lower light.

If you plan on taking shots with high zoom, you might want to consider ditching the 14-42 or 18-55 and getting an 18-200mm.

In fact, I used to have three (35mm prime, 18-55 kit, 55-200 zoom) and replacing my kit and zoom lenses with one lens is the best thing I've ever done. I now carry two lenses which cover almost every situation and I don't have to change lenses as often.

Looking for new Digital SLR Camera/Lens.?

rebatrip

I am looking at the Nikon D40x camera and I think I definately want to get it after looking at the reviews. I am just getting into amateur photography and was wondering if anyone could steer me towards a good lens to purchase with it. It comes with an 18-55mm lens. Mostly my husband and I will be taking snapshots and nature, landscapes and sports shots. Any reccomendations?

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Your desires are at opposite ends of the spectrum. Landscapes typically demand a wide angle lens while sports usually required a telephoto.

As a primary and first lens I'd suggest the Nikon 18mm-200mm as your best bet. (You don't have to buy the lens that comes with the camera, you can subsitute it for any other but of course that will cost you a bit more). In 35mm terms that gives you a range from a 28mm wide angle which it pretty good to a telephoto of 300 mm which is also pretty good. What's nice too is that you won't have to constantly change lenses. This lens has an image stabilizer built in too which helps in low light situations.

Later if you really need a wider angle lens you can add that as you have the money, wider angles tend to be rather expensive. And later you can also add a longer telephoto if you really need that capability beyond the lens above. Usually telephotos aren't quite as expensive as wide angles.

Your other alternative is to buy two lenses. Get the 18mm-70mm which gives you that same 28mm wide angle and extends to 105mm in 35mm terms. This is great for landscapes and parties and portraits, stuff like that. Add to this lens the 70mm-300mm zoom with the image stabilizer. This then takes you from 105mm all the way up to 450mm a fairly lengthy telephoto. This combination will cost you more of course and will necessitate changing lenses all the time, but it does allow a much larger telephoto range.

Nature photography demands all kinds of things but either lens recommendation would meet your needs. However, if you're into little things - small bugs for instance - then the Nikon 105mm Macro lens is ideal. It goes to life size, has an image stabilizer and is very fast at f2.8 while stopping down all the way to f32. However, this lens is not practical for every day photography, its strengths lie in photographing little things.

I have all four of these lenses and have been very happy with them. I do a lot of macro work so the macro is priceless to me. When I first bought my D70s it came with the 18-70 and I added the 70-300. However I found it a pain to constantly change lenses so when I bought my D200 I got that with the 18-200 lens. Now I never use my 18-70, it's unnecessary, but once in a while I will use the 70-300 when I need that extra telephoto length which isn't too often. If I were starting out again, Iâd get the 18-200 as my primary lens and add a 200-400 later on. Unfortunately the 18-200 didnât exist at the time I bought my D70s.

In terms of your camera choice, the D40x is an excellent, exceptional entry level SLR that will allow you to accomplish quite a bit and will give you an opportunity to really learn photography if you have a serious interest. Later if you want more sophistication look at the D80 or whatever replaces it at the time, Nikon has built in a lot of features into that one that are usually reserved for the professional line. I use the D200 personally. This model is almost identical in functionality and reatures to their professional camera but at one third the cost. As you get ever more sophisticated this one is a real bargain for what it delivers to your hands.

I hope that helps a little.

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Camera (lenses) for a beginner?

anon101

I have been using a point and shoot camera for a while and i'm thinking about buying a DSLR because i'm getting more serious about photography. Particularly the rebel xs. It comes with a 18-55mm lens. Also, i'm going on a trip to yosemite soon so i was thinking it would come in handy. What lenses would be good to buy for this camera and my trip and just general photography?

so, first: does anyone have this camera? how is it, and would it be right for me?
second: what kinds of things can you use for the 18-55mm lenses? just upclose pictures or is good for relatively far things?
third: what other lens or lenses would you suggest i should buy for me and my trip?

answers for any of the questions would be greatly appreciated!!
THANKS SO MUCH! (:

Answer
I'm a Nikon too. If you're looking to get into the DSLR's then you might want to check out the Nikon D3000. Great for beginners.
Anyway, 18-55mm lenses are like the standard, most cameras come with one. They do a little bit of everything, zoom a little, some wide angles, and some macro.
Since you are going to Yosemite then I would recommend you get a 55-200mm lens. They are good for zooming and wide angle (which I would imagine are some of the things you would need on your trip.)
The 55-200mm lenses generally go for about $150, depending on what brand and model.

DSLR camera for beginners?

Laly

Can somebody please tell me what is a good DSLR camera for beginners? A camera with plenty of features but user friendly. Thanks!

Answer
Any of the entry level cameras from Canon, Nikon or Sony are fine. They all have pluses and minuses, but apart from minor differences, they are all excellent cameras. You need to go into a camera store and see which one fits best in your hand. The one that has the buttons and dials where they fit best into your reach is the one that will be easiest to use. Another deciding factor is if you have a group of fiends that are into photography. If so, I recommend getting the same brand as the friends. This way, you can learn from each other on camera adjustments and you can borrow each others lenses if you like. I loan out a lens to my friends who shoot Canon. My Nikon friends are out of luck.

The lowest priced dSLRs are fine. They tend to have the smallest and lightest bodies. For me, they feel a little small, especially when I am using a larger lens, so I have never liked these bodies. when you step up to the next level, you are getting a few more features like more shots per second, more autofocus points, things like that. In general, you are getting the same sensor, so the images will not be any better.

Sonys have built in vibration reduction, so you never have to by a stabilized lens, this is cheaper in the long run, but the build in stabilization is not tuned to each individual lens, so it is not quite as good over the full range.

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What kind of camera should I buy?

kellidasco

I really want to buy a new camera. I am not a professional photographer (obviously) I do like to take picks and will be taking some classes for photography in the near future. I am very serious about getting into this. I take pictures of my kids all the time and a friend has asked me to shoot her wedding in August. My limit is 1200$.

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In new cameras, look for a viewfinder (LCD invisible in bright sun), optical (not CCD) image stabilizer, and check battery prices. High mega pixel settings take longer to process and may not be needed unless required for very large pictures. Maximum print size for a 3 mega pixel setting is 8 x 10 inches. Click links below for more details.
http://www.kodak.com/eknec/PageQuerier.jhtml?pq-path=398&pq-locale=en_US&_requestid=2039 ...
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Just saw this Canon A590IS camera at Best Buy and Radio Shack. Think it is a great camera and a best buy. It has a viewfinder, optical image stabilizer, auto focus, and uses NiMH rechargeable batteries.
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/A590IS/A590ISA.HTM ...
http://bountii.com/deal-1523871-canon-powershot-8-0-megapixel.html ...

For expanded wide angle or telephoto capabilities, the A590 IS is compatible with Canon's accessory lens adapters: A small button next to the lens bezel is actually a latch; press it and you can remove the bezel ring, exposing a bayonet mount for accessory lenses. Canon offers the WC-DC52 0.7x wide-angle lens, the TC-DC52A telephoto lens, the 250D 52mm closeup lens separately, along with the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them on the camera. (Note that the wide, tele, and macro lenses all need the LA-DC52G adapter to mount them to the camera. The lenses won't work by themselves.)

There is no one particular place to get great buys, but you may see something above that really helps you find the best buy. Click on the second link in the information above for an example then search for your camera of choice at the upper left. Camera prices at this link change often.

There are so many cameras out there it is difficult to say which is best. The second source link will be very helpful as it list most of the cameras out there with prices. The following information should help you know what to look for in a camera.

What gives a camera its picture quality?
The short answer is that it is mostly the skill of the photographer that produces high quality pictures. The lens and camera are very important, but the ability to set the scene, adjust the cameras settings, and hold the camera very still or use a tripod with auto or remote shutter actuation when required is what gets the great pictures.

Lots of great camera tips in this link.
http://www.danscamera.com/Learning/going_digital/#resolution ...

Check this (Almost DSLR) FUJIFILM S1000fd camera - FinePix 10.0-Megapixel Digital.
Life time Warranty (Parts & Labor).
Wide-angle shooting, a 12x optical zoom and picture stabilization mode combine in this camera for exceptional shooting performance, even at a distance. Plentiful scene modes, autofocus and automatic white balance controls make this camera a snap to operate. You may be able to find it on the Internet for a lower price.
http://bountii.com/search.php?item=S1000fd ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3514&review=fuji+finepix+s1000 ...

This could be the best slim line camera with a viewfinder. It's PINK!
http://shopping.yahoo.com/p:Sony%20Cyber-shot%20DSC-W150%2FR%20Digital%20Camera:1995337750;_ylc=X3oDMTB0bjZzaWNuBF9TAzk2NjMyOTA3BHNlYwNmZWVkBHNsawNlbGVj ...
http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3462&review=sony+cybershot+w150 ...

My camera has 5.2 mega pixel, but I use 3 most of the time because it gives great results, is faster, and takes less memory. Also, it only has a 3 x optical zoom and 7 x digital zoom. I never use the digital zoom because making pictures larger works better on the computer. This is an old camera, but everyone is impressed with the quality pictures it takes ... like magic.

Check with the Geeks in several stores and compare prices. Once you select a camera, read all about it in the owner's manual. You can view owners manuals at this link, but will need to Login. http://www.retrevo.com/s/digital+camera ...

The source links show most of the cameras out there with prices and make digital cameras work better with help on cleaning camera and battery electrical contacts.

What camera lens is best for pet photography?

blanco

I love the photography on this website: http://www.shinepetphotos.com

Can you tell me what lens she uses?
Does she increase the exposure?
Does she blur out the edges of the photo using photoshop or is it done with the camera?
How can I achieve the same look with a Canon XSI?

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The photographer is using all different focal lengths. If they have been shooting since they were a kid then they probably have an arsenal of lenses. According to her blog she is currently using the Canon EOS 5D Mark II. Now that the digital market has matured and prices have fallen I think you will find most pros making the transition to FF. Your client deserves it.

I would guess that she is commonly using a 24-70mm f/2.8 and a 85 f/1.8. Perhaps the occasional 50mm f/1.4

She is blurring and vignetting digitally but she is doing it in camera as well. Depending on the look she is after.

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Which camera and lens? . ?

animalfrea

I would like to buy a nice camera and a nice lens. I am into taking pictures of sports games from the stands and i am having troubles getting enough light and i cant zoom in that much because then the picture becomes blurry. I also like taking pictures in like a portrait setting. I would like to know what is the best camera for taking pictures from the stands at like swimming meets, football games and other sporting games. I would also need a good lens what would you recomend and what can i get for about 1000 $ for the camera and a nice lens that wont be blurry when i zoom in and will let me take a fast moving picture.

could you also give my a website of where to buy the camera and lens. thanks alot :]
i also would like to know to take thoes pictures will i have to put in in manuel mode and change settings or can i just have it on auto and will I
be able to get good quality pictures like some of the pros take ?? thanks again

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From the stands?

You may have noticed that the pros with their $10,000 + cameras and lenses don't shoot from the stands.

For under $1000, you can buy a Nikon D40 with 18-55 mm lens ($450) and a 55-200 mm VR ($220). Or if you can spare a little extra, a 70-300 mm VR lens ($480). But shooting from the stands may be tough.

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G-Zoom-Nikkor/dp/B000KJQ1DG

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?ci=0&shs=70-300+mm+vr&sb=ps&pn=1&sq=desc&InitialSearch=yes&O=jsp%2FRootPage.jsp&A=search&Q=*&bhs=t&Go.x=6&Go.y=12&Go=submit

As for the blurry part of your question, that has more to do with your technique than the camera. Using long lenses will require you to us fast shutter speeds, even if your lens does have the VR feature. This will require you to use higher ISO's if you are shooting at night under stadium lights, which if not on a professional field, may be up to three stops darker than if you were shooting on an NFL field

What do the pros use on the sidelines?

I carry two camera bodies with a 400 mm f/2.8 or 600 mm f/4.0 attached to one and a 24-70 mm f/2.8 on the other ... and of course a monopod. This is where the $10,000 plus figure comes from ... if you do a Yahoo Search, you will find that the figure is closer to $25,000 for those lenses and two D3 bodies

camera zoom lens?

wimmibear

I have a Minolta Maxxum 50 with a AF 28-50 lens. I want to get a longer lens since what I take pictures of most often are wildlife and sports. What is the best lens for photography work such as this and where can I find a good deal?

Also... does the brand of film affect quality of pictures? I go back and forth between Kodak and Fujifilm, and to me, they look about the same.

Thanks in advance.

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See this tutorial and pay attention the focal lengths shown as "equivalent" in the parentheses. These are the proper lengths to use when you are looking for a lens for a film camera. (The others are used for digital cameras.)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/476181737/

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What lens for a canon XTI is best for Sports photography?

Sdgirl26

OK i have done my research BUT i do not have the $4,000 for the EF 300mm f/2.8 lens. I am looking for the next best thing. I want something in the $800 range or less i have seen a smaller lens running for $1,200 but right now i just don't have the money..whats the cheapest f/2.8 lens out there for canon cameras?

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It's impossible to find a 300mm f/2.8 of any brand for $800.

I'd suggest going for the next best thing, a 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom, not sure if 200mm is enough for you (I find it just nice for basketball game).

But canon's offering cost a lot and only the f/4 non IS version would fit your needs.

Here's what I found:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/533555-REG/Sigma_579_101_70_200mm_f_2_8_II_EX.html

A sigma lens, $799. Not sure if they still have that QC problem or not (they used to) but it should do fine. There's a cheaper alternative from Tamron, but it focuses so slow it's not suitable for sports at all.

Hope this helps.

Best Sports Photography Lens?

Ashley

For my Canon Rebel xti

I'm not sure how much I would like to spend yet, so all price ranges would be helpful.
Mostly Indoor Basketball

Answer
I like the Canon 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens for sports photography. It has f/4.5-6, an Ultrasonic motor and Image Stabilization.
Canon also makes a 100-400mm telephoto lens which has f/4.5-6 Leaf shutter capability, Image Stabilization and an ultrasonic motor.
Don't pick a cheaper lens, especially if it's doesn't have Image Stabilization.

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What makes a DSLR camera good?

Euronymous

I would like to be a professional live concert photographer, and I'm looking for a nice DSLR camera, and I expect to buy a good lense for indoor live concert shooting.

I've been looking at all different cameras. Nikon D40, D60, D90, Canon XSI, and what I'm realizing is, it seems that what really makes the photographs great is the lense more then anything. All these camera bodies seem pretty much the same. So, my question is, should I buy a more affordable Nikon D40 or affordable Rebel, and spend the real money on the lenses?

Thank you so much for your help!

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What makes a dSLR camera good?

The person using it.

Seriously - pretty much all of the dSLR cameras out there are really quite decent (all the current versions anyhow). Nikon, Canon, Sony, Pentax, Olympus - they all make good gear - they all make some decent (often excellent) lenses (but they also make some stinkers), and they all now have relatively large sensors.

The real magic lies with the person using the camera - do they have an eye for photography, do they know how to set up the camera to capture what they want to show in their pictures etc...Sadly - this is the area I struggle with most - but am working on. It is rarely the camera's fault. Now when I was shooting film - I could blame the camera on occasion since I had no way of previewing what I had shot - but with digital - it's largely up to the operator to get the best out of the shot.

You are right though - the lens is one of the most critical aspects of the total system. Put a sub-par lens on a Canon 5DMkII and you will get lousy pictures. But similarly, put the best lens on the most expensive and full featured camera and hand it to someone with no real photographic vision and you will end up with perfectly focused, very high resolution pictures of something completely uninteresting and uninspiring.

Can I interchange Canon lenses betw/ my DSLR and Film SLR camera?

PDXMom3

I have two Canon Rebel SLR cameras. One is digital (about 2 1/2 years old) and the other is about 4 years old and is a film camera. I just realized that my 28-80 lens from my film camera seems to fit on my digital SLR. Is it okay to put it on there? Is there a reason why I should or should not? Thank you for any advice.
I'm trying to select the best answer but something is wrong -it's not letting me?!?!?

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You certainly can use the lenses from your film camera on your digital. As long as they are an EOS mount lens. All Canon cameras and lenses from 1987 on will be EOS mount.

You can not however use the EFs lens that came with your digital SLR on your film camera. It would cause vignetting and could damage the mirror on your film camera. The EFs lenses are specifically designed for the crop sensor DSLR's.

Typically most people will only have one or two EFs lenses though. The 18-55mm lens that comes with the camera and maybe a 10-22mm wide angle lens. Most other lenses will be the EF lenses and will work on both film and digital.

Bottom line is you can use all EOS lenses on your digital both EF and EFs. On your film you can only use the EF lenses.

Hope this explains everything for you.

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