Canon Lens Comparison & Advice?

Q. For those that are familiar, can you please provide me with a complete description/comparison between these two lenses:

Canon 28-105 USM 1:3.5-4.5 vs. Canon 28-135 IS USM 1:3.5-4.5

I understand that the 28-135 has image stabilizer, but is that really necessary? I have the 28-105 and want to know if this is good for everyday pictures and portraits? Should I trade it in for the 28-135?

Also I would like advice on a good telephoto lens for a Canon under $300....I had a Sigma 70-300 APO DG which I have been told is a good lens but it does not focus.

Answer
Specs for the Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 II USM are here: http://www.dpreview.com/products/canon/lenses/canon_28-105_3p5-4p5_ii

Specs and reviews for the Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM are here: http://www.dpreview.com/products/canon/lenses/canon_28-135_3p5-5p6_is

The IS buys you several stops of hand holding capability, vital for portraits at 135. It's a great buy.

Canon Lens stock?

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What kind of photos would you expect to take with a Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-22 zoom lens?

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That's a kit lens. It goes to moderate wide to short telephoto--just about everyday photos.

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My (Canon) kit lens broke. Ideas?

Q. I have had my Rebel XS for 3 years now I think, and the kit lens AF finally broke. I was just looking into buying a telephoto, but I guess that will have to wait, because I used the kit lens 24/7!
The one I had was the non-IS 18-55mm, and it was actually a pretty good lens, minus the really slow AF and it always would get "stuck" focusing. Any ideas as to what would fulfill my need for a basic "walk-around lens"? Under $500 preferably, and I would like the best bang for my buck. :)
I was looking at the Sigma 17-70 F/2.8-4, but I'm scared of buying from a third-party lens due to the lenses not all being of equal image quality.
Any other ideas? I was also thinking of the Canon 50mm prime (f1.8), but the zoom on the 18-55 was so handy.
Or, should I send it in to get it fixed? I don't want to, but I would like to hear your ideas.

Thanks! :)
PS: I was looking at my Exif info, and it appears as though I use 30mm, and 50mm the most, and 18mm a bit too, for my landscape photos, if that helps.
ï¾ï¾ï¾: I know how to focus manually, but it's kind of hard to focus manually when you're taking photos of a dog running everywhere. I do manually focus for macros, and landscapes, but that's it. 90% of my photography is composed of animals, which tend to move around a lot, and I can't focus that quickly.
Fishmeister: Thanks so much for your detailed answer! :)
Now that I think of it, I was starting to get pretty sick of the 18-55. So, I'm going to buy the 50mm f1.8 II for right now, and maybe the Sigma, too, if I find I'm missing the zoom. Then, I'll save up my money for a good telephoto lens so that I can finally take photos of wildlife without scaring them off! :)

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After carefully reading your question I have deduced a few things about you and your hobby. I think that you enjoy photography but do not take it completely seriously. You are not interested in buying expensive gear, fast lenses etc.. You are happy with what you have got with the XS and kit lens and use your camera occasionally, perhaps when out with friends visiting places or perhaps at family events.

Please correct me if I am wrong there ;o)

Anyway, the reason I say this (and I do have a reason) is because it is a key factor in recommending a lens for you. I have never known anybody who has used that lens for more than a couple of months and became sick of it! There are no if, but's or maybe's, it is one of the worst lenses Canon has ever produced. And you have used it for three years! :o) I remember my Canon 350D came with this lens, and I think I used it for maybe a month or so before sticking it straight on eBay, I think it sold for around £20-25, and that was a good few years ago.

Looking at my lens collection now, I currently have thirteen lenses. All of them are manual focus only. Now, I prefer this, but you may not. But your lens is still functional, just use manual focus! I understand that you may prefer AF, your eyesight may not be particularly good etc, but give it a try! Every AF lens I have ever owned I have had switched to MF.

Now I can't see the point in recommending an expensive lens like the Canon EF-S 17-55mm, I don't think that you would need a lens like that. I concur with Steve, the newer Canon 18-55mm IS lens is much, much better than the original non IS lens, both optically and mechanically. In fact that Sigma you mentioned is far better in every way than both the Canon 18-55mm lenses! I would certainly rather have that!

I think that your money would be better spent on the newer 18-55mm and why not buy the 50mm f/1.8 II as well. I prefer prime lenses in every way! in fact all the lenses I own are primes. Don't bother getting that lens fixed, you could buy one from eBay for a fraction of the cost of getting it fixed.

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Canon 5D original + better lens or 5DMKII + kit lens?

INeedHelp

the prive of the original 5D has dramticaly went down. ive seen them going for around 800-900 a body. i am planning to upgrade but i dont know. my budget is 3500. I do not have any lenses build up so if iwere to get mkII i would only be able to get something like the kit lens (24-105 4L). if i get mkI i can get like a sigma 70-200 2.8 and 24-70 2.8 which is almost a whole 2.8 trinity (10-24 24-70 and 70-200) but then again i can go for the mkii and make money through the kit lens and buy better and faster glass later on. my plan is to stick with one of the cams for 5 years and upgrade after so mkii will have more value if i sell it. just wondering so i can get one becore christmas holidays. thanks

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The "Kit" lens (24-105 mm L) is hardly what is considered a cheapo lens ( http://www.amazon.com/Canon-24-105mm-USM-Lens-Cameras/dp/B000AZ57M6 ). It is generally > $1,000.

The 10-24 mm lens does not work with it. There isn't one for Canon. Nikon makes one, but it's for cropped sensor only.

What do you mean, make money with it? Are you buying the camera / lens as an investment and hope to make money when you sell it? Don't take this the wrong way--if you mean to take photos and make money from that, you're not ready yet.

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Sorry--didn't really answer your question. You will find that the original 5D is a fine camera. And at 12 MP files that it gives you, you can blow it up to a poster sized print, like this http://www.flickr.com/photos/little_pooky/2501007156/ (This one was enlarged to 20 x 30 inch print and it looked fine).

This is from mark II http://www.flickr.com/photos/little_pooky/5237074902/

These cameras are hardly for sport photos if you're aiming to shoot ten frames per second. It's more or less for studio work.

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Help on DSLR Camera and Lens Specs?

Q. Which specifications I should look for to buy a DSLR Camera and which lens I need.
I am going to use it to take pictures to print and sell.

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There's no way to tell you which camera you should get without knowing what you are going to use it for, what type of pictures.

If you are clueless, get any entry level DSLR with a kit lens. All DSLRs are good, in the right hands. All are capable of taking images good enough to print and sell.

How to read DSLR Lens specifications?

Q. Canon EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 III USM Lens

Can you explain every thing?

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The Canon EF lenses can be used on both full frame Canon cameras (35 mm, 1D and 5D cameras) EF = "Electro-Focus"

f/4-5.6 is the widest aperture of the lens at the minimum and maximum focal lengths

When a lens has an "L" in its name, the L means that the lens is one of the "Luxury" lenses which has more exotic lens elements which reduce the amount of ghosting and flare withing the lens. Fluorite and UD elements

USM is Canon's fastest and quietest auto-focus in lens motor system (Ultrasonic Motor)

III means that this is the third iteration of that lens design

To see what the filed of view of the focal lengths from 75-300 mm, look here

http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/lens/simulator/

NOTE: The Canon 75-300 mm is NOT the preferred zoom lens. Look instead at the Canon 70-300 mm.

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Nikon or Canon DSLR Cameras?

Q. I'm interested in buying a camera; I know that Nikon & Canon are probably the most common people own & I was wondering which is better/why its better or more preferred. In your opinion at least.


If I get one it will be $700 or less.
Just need your suggestions/opinions.
Thanks.

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Both Nikon & Canon make great entry level DSLR's at under $700.
The Nikon D3100 has a guide mode for novice photographers and is capable of very high quality images.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond3100/
The Canon T3 is a great value and has great feature.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos1100D/

Both are capable and ready for your creative vision. The best one for you is the one that fits your hands and your style. Try both out in a camera shop before deciding. Check out the menus, the lenses, and how comfortable you feel "behind the wheel" of each. Also be aware that camera sales people (I used to be one) get points or perks for particular models or brands. Take their advice as advice, not gospel.

Now, I'm a Nikonian, and have been for 10 different SLR & DSLR's. Part of my loyalty is found in my huge investment in Nikon mount lenses. But I'm also a huge fan of their interfaces and design.

A Canon shooter can say similar things about their love/investment/choice. And we'd both be "right".

The most important opinion is your own.

should i get the Nikon 1 or an actual DSLR camera?

Q. i want a camera because i've lately had a deep interest in photography, but i don't know what to buy.the new nikon 1 is really cool, because it has the same power as one of the larger cameras, but with a more compact design. but at the same time, the larger cameras have a more professional look to them and they make it easier to take close up shots. but next year i'm taking a photography class, and the typical camera that people use are DSLR's. do you think the nikon should pass as one? or tell me if you think it'd be worth it to get both.
thanks!:)

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It is one thing to have several large DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera manufacturers, but each manufacturer creates several different models as well as a variety of compatible lenses. So when we choose the right DSLR digital camera it will come complete with a fully removable and interchangeable lens. But how do you know which camera is the right one for you in the first place.

Have you ever thought about it like this? Once you feel you are a little accomplished and desire a closer or different style photograph would the next progressive stage be to buy a bigger or different functioning lens? If this is the case for the natural progression of producing better images why does each manufacturer make so many different models?

And Now, Some Answers

Modern technology has done some marvellous things with media devices and the digital camera is no exception in this progression. The general features incorporated tend to be fairly similar across the board it is just a question of different formats, components, and variants that are used by the camera manufacturers that tend to dictate quality levels and camera performance.

What this means is that pretty much all the camera companies incorporate their products abilities to be mirrored within the industry. This does not mean that each camera comes with the exact same characteristics as there are several models produced by each manufacturer and every one of those cameras are different.

It is what is known as a step up process whereby you being the owner of one camera type will hopefully once you have complete familiarity and conquered most aspects will also buy some compatible lenses as well as some other progressive accessories also associated with that make and model.

Down the road you may want to upgrade the camera body itself, but would like to get a different make. The one you have seen and like the look of has a few additional benefits that will give you the opportunity to hopefully create better photographs and provide increased ability.

This is where the step up process really comes into its own right. While as stated there are certain similarities with each make of DSLR digital camera such as picture taking procedure and adjustable picture taking enhancements such as ISO settings etc that is pretty much where the real similarities end.

Not only is going from one camera make to another like learning the whole picture taking process again, but most of the accessories including lenses that we bought for the other camera will not be compatible with the new one that you have your eye on, this makes changing from manufacturer to manufacturer an elaborate and expensive exercise.

So what is the answer I hear you say? This is why there are several different models of camera from each manufacturer, the natural progression stage as far as they are concerned is for you to buy just the camera body for the next or several models higher than the one that you already have.

This will not only save you a lot of money due to the fact that your original lenses and accessories will be totally compatible with the new camera and with the money that you have saved in doing this you could buy even more lenses and accessories that will again keep you in that manufacturers loop even more.

It is not a bad loop to be in, but it should at least make you more cautious and go into greater research prior to buying your original camera.

Manufacturers are continually bringing out better and better models so the likelihood of you ever reaching the top of the range would not only be an expensive target, but a short lived one if you did as they would soon be bringing out a newer model to supersede the one we had recently purchased.

Always chose your initial camera manufacturer wisely because chances are that you will be using them for a very long time unless you have an inexhaustible budget.

One of the best ways to guarantee that you are getting the best deal and at the best price is to make any camera or photographic purchase online.

The reason for this is that high street stores and malls have massive overheads where-as online there are plenty of competition, but only a few places that you will get exactly what you want and at a bargain price.

It is for this reason that it can take a while to locate a good source for discounts free delivery etc, but once the job is done you will not have to ever look anywhere else again.

Hopefully by now you should have a pretty good idea on choosing the right DSLR digital camera for you, or at least a grasp on what it is you might want to be looking out for?

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Lumix vs Nikon D40x vs Canon Rebel xti ?

Birdie

I have a Panasonic Lumix 8MP and have never been happy with it. The shutter lag is long and I cannot get crisp focus. I have been looking at the NikonD40x vs the Canon Rebel xti and wonder which is best. And which lens(es) would be best to purchase. I take lots of fast action, wildlife shots (where the Lumix poorly performs) and nature photos. Also - any idea where to sell the Lumix?

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Nikon D40X vs. Canon Rebel XTi

You can go here to see a review. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/ The last page takes you to some sample images. See: http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/3896/camera-test-nikon-d40x.html for a glowing review that even compares it with the XTi just a little bit.

Open a copy of Internet Explorer (or the browser of your choice) and go to http://www.dpreview.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/ Open another copy and go to http://www.dpreview.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/ You can then scroll along the top and try to find some similar images to compare. Click on the file name below the image and you will get a new window that shows the image full-sized. Once it loads it will shrink to fit your screen, but you can click on the image to zoom to full-size. Hit [TAB]+[ALT] to toggle back and forth between the images and pick out hte differences. You can easily spend an hour doing this, but you are talkin gabout the best way to spend $1,000 for a camera and I think it is well worth your time.

These two are very similar as far as the subject, ISO, lens and other values:
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_0006.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0199.jpg
I don't know what's up with the focus in the Canon sample, but try to overlook that as it's the photographer's decision where to focus.

The Canon might win in this next pair, but it's processed from a RAW image, so it's hard to compare.
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_1206-raw-acr.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0229.jpg

See:
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_1201.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0279-raw-acr.jpg

You get the idea. There are not too many that actually match up for comparison.

See this page for a side-by-side comparison:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/page20.asp

See this page for some controled side-by-side studio tests with jpeg images:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/page21.asp
and read the comments at the end of the page.

Here are some studio tests with RAW images that you can click to enlrage, just as before:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/NikonD40X/page23.asp

Here are some studio ISO comparisons:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/NikonD40X/page25.asp

The long and short of it is that Phil Askey at dpreview.com tested both cameras and called it a draw in image quality except high ISO sensitivity, where the Canon takes the slight edge. The Nikon was termed "quicker and more comfortable to use."

I still like the idea that the Nikon has a spot meter and find it odd that the Canon doesn't. The Nikon is a bit limited in autofocus capabilities and speed compared to the Canon, though.

Here are some pertinent quotes about the D40X:

"Noise suppression was generally better than the D80's and much better than the Rebel's. As ISOs increased, the D40x's resolution exceeded that of the Rebel."

"The economy-model status of the D40x doesn't show in picture quality, either. At ISO 100, the D40x turned in an average resolution of 2075 lines, slightly behind the Nikon D80 and Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi."

Continue on down on page 2 for a direct comparison to the XTi. I'll let you read it for yourself, as it seems to lean slightly towards the Canon and it would kill me to write that. I'll leave that job for Koko.

But seriously, these cameras are EXTREMELY close in performance and value. It is true that there is a "problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. I hate to see people slam the camera because it can't autofocus with older Nikon lenses. It is true that there is a "slight problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. It is barely a problem anyhow. If you check www.nikonusa.com for "AF-S" lenses, which are ALL 100% compatible with the D40, you will find 23 lenses, including 7 "VR" (vibration Reduction) lenses and one true macro lens with "VR". There are another 25-plus lenses in the current catalog that provide all functions except autofocus as well as many (possibly dozens) "out of print" lenses that will work just as well. In addition, although these lens will not autofocus, most of them will still give focus confirmation. From the D40 manual: "If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 of faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is in focus. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the in-focus indicator is displayed." (See http://www.members.aol.com/swf08302/nikonafs.txt for a list of AF-S lenses.)

You need to go to a real camera store and pick up both cameras and see how they feel to you. Some people will love the Canon and some will love the Nikon. Find out which one you are. You will be happy with either one, but you will be happiest with the one that fits your hands better.

See also:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_eos400d%2Cnikon_d40x&show=all

B&H Prices, April 2007

Nikon D40x, 10.2 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens - $800

Nikon D40x, 10.2 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens - $1,030

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi (a.k.a. 400D) 10.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit (Silver) with Canon 18-55mm EF-S Lens - $770

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi (a.k.a. 400D) 10.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Body (Black) with Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Autofocus Lens - $1,180

KEEP your Lumix for the times when a simple snapshooter will do, like a birthday party or something. You might not want to ALWAYS take the larger camera with you. You'd barely get anything for it anyway.

What is a good action shot lens?

btj288

I have a Canon EOS D60 and i am looking to shot action shots and i currently have a 28-135mm lens. Would this lens be good for actions shots (football mainly) or do i want to get a zoom lens and which zoom lens is good and compatible with a Canon EOS D60?

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The Canon D60 uses all EF and EF-S lenses. For action shots, you'll want to get a fast lens (small aperture number), and for sports you'll want to get the most zoom you can get.

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM would be a good choice
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=150&modelid=7469

Another good choice would be the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=154&modelid=7319

You may also want to consider the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM (this is the lens I currently use)
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=150&modelid=11922

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what events should I shoot with a Canon 85mm f/1.2L Lens?

what events should I shoot with a Canon 85mm f/1.2L Lens? I hear it's best for indoor sports and weddings, but what else? I've read reviews about this lens but I want to know what type of events I could shoot with it if I do end up buying it.

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I cannot emphasize how correct Paul R is. Why spend thousands of dollars on a lens and then force yourself to shoot in a way that uses it? It's much better to understand what kind of photography you like to do, and then choose a lens that suits you.

Should I spend more on the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8USM or stick with the cheaper 50mm lens?

I have a Canon Rebel XT. I'd be using the lens primarily for portraiture..This will be the first lens I'm purchasing myself so I want to make sure I'm getting the right one! I've never done this before any advice is appreciated!
I've used my friend's 50mm and love it however I read reviews online and it said that the 85mm f/1.8 USM is a better lens and better investment. The 50 mm is cheaper (on amazon about $90) and the 85 is about $300. I don't mind spending more if the quality is a great difference better.
Any advice? THANK YOU!

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Hey,

Full Frame or not, the 85mm has better quality than the 50mm f/1.8 and f/1.4. The f/1.8 gets good at f/5.6 while the 85mm f/1.8 is great at f/2.

Here's a post called 'Buying a Portrait Lens, what's important and which one to get. There are also Amazon links so here is the post - http://the-digital-photographer.blogspot.com/2010/03/buying-portrait-lens.html

Good luck. I'd really get the 85mm. They both are great but nothing can beat the 85mm unless you go 1000$. It's a hidden L lens (which are usually better).

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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?


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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?

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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/#.

all SLR cameras lens i want to understand?

XDXD

i want to know if all SLR brands can be used the same lens or different ones etc. like a Nikon lens on a canon camera or vice visa or other brands
thats A LOT of money you think anyone has made an extra extension to be place on lets say a canon camera and the extension is allowed to have any lens? because that would be very interesting product to buy

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All camera manufacturers use a proprietary lens mount. Canon lenses for Canon, Nikon lenses for Nikon, Sony lenses for Sony, Penax lenses for Pentax, Olympus lenses for Olympus. The exceptions are Samsung and Fuji. Fuji DSLRs are built using a Nikon chassis and lens mount. Samsung DSLRs are built using a Pentax chassis and lens mount. Sony uses the Minolta Maxxum A-mount that dates back to 1985.

There are adapters that allow you to use a Nikon lens on a Canon or a Minolta SR (manual focus) mount lens on a Sony or Canon or Pentax or Olympus. The problem with adapters is that you have to use the lens in stop-down metering and manual focus. (Each camera requires a separate adapter).

The Tamron "Adaptall" adapters use the M42 screw mount on the lens and an adapter designed for each camera body. With it you could have a Pentax body and a Canon body and use the same lens on both cameras.

Minolta SR mount 250mm mirror lenses go for a premium on eBay and the word is they are being retrofitted with a Nikon mount. I've also seen a couple of SR mount lenses that have had the mount modified to mount to the Sony DSLR, supposedly with full metering.

All in all its still best to buy lenses designed for your camera.

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LENS FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY:PHOTOJOURNALISTIC?

Q. Hey photographers! It is Christmas time and parental units are asking me what lens I want this year! What is your favorite lens you use for wedding/engagement photography? Canon lenses please, however if you are a Nikon shooter go ahead and share, I can research the Canon equivalent. A general purpose lens would be nice, but share your favorite! Thanks!

Answer
You really should mention the camera you have, the budget and the lenses you already have.

For wedding photography the 24-70mm f2.8L is synomous with weddings.
That lens ended up being too heavy for my style. Now i use the 24mm f2.8@and 50mm f1.8 as my main lenses on my canon 500d.

The 28mm f1.8 is also nice but it is too soft wide open.

The 70-200mm f2.8L is a lens everyone should own at some point.

The 16-35mm f2.8L is also a great lens if you arent afraid of getting close to your subject.

You should really choose the lena that fills the gap in your equipment list. You dont need two wide angles or two fast primes.

On my primary camera body. A rangefinder, i love using a 40mm f1.4 and a 21mm f4. They are great for street, wedding and photojournalism

Wedding photography lens?

Awesome-sa

Well I'm not shooting the wedding. Just shooting the reception and doing formal shots of the bride her family and shooting the party etc. I have an XT and standard lens as well as a 50mm. I was thinking about investing in a 70-300mm lens. Good idea or not? The reception is indoors.

I know its pretty basic but it works for a broke college student.

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The EF 50mm f/1.8 "Nifty- Fifty" and EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM are good lenses for those on a tight budget. The 50mm will be your best bet for low-light indoors at the reception but, you may occasionlly find it frames a little tight on your XT. That's not necessarily a problem but, if you aren't already aware of it, a 50mm lens on your camera will be the 35mm/full-frame equivalent of an 80mm, short-telephoto lens. So if you need to do any wider shots, you'll either need some extra stand-off distance or you'll have to accept the tighter frame.

A wider option, albeit more expensive, is the EF 28mm f/1.8. There's also the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 that many people on tight budgets find very useful for candids. Either of these would get you closer to a "normal" focal length on the XT. Downside is that both lenses get mixed reviews and are much more expensive than the 50mm f/1.8.

For what it's worth, all of Canon's 70-300mm lenses are a bit slow and will require flash under many conditions. If you can, spring for the IS USM version, you'll be able to get away with a few extra stops of hand-held speeds/apertures. This won't compensate for a moving subject but it will make up for a good bit of camera shake on your end. Ultimately, at the pro-level, you'd want something with an f/2.8 or faster aperture and bump up the ISO while being careful about noise. Noise is far less of a problem on full-frame cameras but it sounds like it will be a while before you are ready to make that move.

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Lumix vs Nikon D40x vs Canon Rebel xti ?

Birdie

I have a Panasonic Lumix 8MP and have never been happy with it. The shutter lag is long and I cannot get crisp focus. I have been looking at the NikonD40x vs the Canon Rebel xti and wonder which is best. And which lens(es) would be best to purchase. I take lots of fast action, wildlife shots (where the Lumix poorly performs) and nature photos. Also - any idea where to sell the Lumix?

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Nikon D40X vs. Canon Rebel XTi

You can go here to see a review. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/ The last page takes you to some sample images. See: http://www.popphoto.com/cameras/3896/camera-test-nikon-d40x.html for a glowing review that even compares it with the XTi just a little bit.

Open a copy of Internet Explorer (or the browser of your choice) and go to http://www.dpreview.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/ Open another copy and go to http://www.dpreview.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/ You can then scroll along the top and try to find some similar images to compare. Click on the file name below the image and you will get a new window that shows the image full-sized. Once it loads it will shrink to fit your screen, but you can click on the image to zoom to full-size. Hit [TAB]+[ALT] to toggle back and forth between the images and pick out hte differences. You can easily spend an hour doing this, but you are talkin gabout the best way to spend $1,000 for a camera and I think it is well worth your time.

These two are very similar as far as the subject, ISO, lens and other values:
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_0006.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0199.jpg
I don't know what's up with the focus in the Canon sample, but try to overlook that as it's the photographer's decision where to focus.

The Canon might win in this next pair, but it's processed from a RAW image, so it's hard to compare.
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_1206-raw-acr.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0229.jpg

See:
Canon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/canoneos400d_samples/originals/img_1201.jpg
Nikon: http://dpreview-img.fotki.com/gallery/nikond40x_samples/originals/dsc_0279-raw-acr.jpg

You get the idea. There are not too many that actually match up for comparison.

See this page for a side-by-side comparison:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/page20.asp

See this page for some controled side-by-side studio tests with jpeg images:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond40x/page21.asp
and read the comments at the end of the page.

Here are some studio tests with RAW images that you can click to enlrage, just as before:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/NikonD40X/page23.asp

Here are some studio ISO comparisons:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/NikonD40X/page25.asp

The long and short of it is that Phil Askey at dpreview.com tested both cameras and called it a draw in image quality except high ISO sensitivity, where the Canon takes the slight edge. The Nikon was termed "quicker and more comfortable to use."

I still like the idea that the Nikon has a spot meter and find it odd that the Canon doesn't. The Nikon is a bit limited in autofocus capabilities and speed compared to the Canon, though.

Here are some pertinent quotes about the D40X:

"Noise suppression was generally better than the D80's and much better than the Rebel's. As ISOs increased, the D40x's resolution exceeded that of the Rebel."

"The economy-model status of the D40x doesn't show in picture quality, either. At ISO 100, the D40x turned in an average resolution of 2075 lines, slightly behind the Nikon D80 and Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi."

Continue on down on page 2 for a direct comparison to the XTi. I'll let you read it for yourself, as it seems to lean slightly towards the Canon and it would kill me to write that. I'll leave that job for Koko.

But seriously, these cameras are EXTREMELY close in performance and value. It is true that there is a "problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. I hate to see people slam the camera because it can't autofocus with older Nikon lenses. It is true that there is a "slight problem" with older Nikon lenses not autofocusing on the D40, but if you do not own a bag full of older lenses, it is not going to be a problem. It is barely a problem anyhow. If you check www.nikonusa.com for "AF-S" lenses, which are ALL 100% compatible with the D40, you will find 23 lenses, including 7 "VR" (vibration Reduction) lenses and one true macro lens with "VR". There are another 25-plus lenses in the current catalog that provide all functions except autofocus as well as many (possibly dozens) "out of print" lenses that will work just as well. In addition, although these lens will not autofocus, most of them will still give focus confirmation. From the D40 manual: "If the lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 of faster, the viewfinder focus indicator can be used to confirm whether the portion of the subject in the selected focus area is in focus. After positioning the subject in the active focus area, press the shutter release button halfway and rotate the lens focusing ring until the in-focus indicator is displayed." (See http://www.members.aol.com/swf08302/nikonafs.txt for a list of AF-S lenses.)

You need to go to a real camera store and pick up both cameras and see how they feel to you. Some people will love the Canon and some will love the Nikon. Find out which one you are. You will be happy with either one, but you will be happiest with the one that fits your hands better.

See also:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=canon_eos400d%2Cnikon_d40x&show=all

B&H Prices, April 2007

Nikon D40x, 10.2 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens - $800

Nikon D40x, 10.2 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit with Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens - $1,030

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi (a.k.a. 400D) 10.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Kit (Silver) with Canon 18-55mm EF-S Lens - $770

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi (a.k.a. 400D) 10.1 Megapixel, SLR, Digital Camera Body (Black) with Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Autofocus Lens - $1,180

KEEP your Lumix for the times when a simple snapshooter will do, like a birthday party or something. You might not want to ALWAYS take the larger camera with you. You'd barely get anything for it anyway.

What is a good action shot lens?

btj288

I have a Canon EOS D60 and i am looking to shot action shots and i currently have a 28-135mm lens. Would this lens be good for actions shots (football mainly) or do i want to get a zoom lens and which zoom lens is good and compatible with a Canon EOS D60?

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The Canon D60 uses all EF and EF-S lenses. For action shots, you'll want to get a fast lens (small aperture number), and for sports you'll want to get the most zoom you can get.

The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM would be a good choice
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=150&modelid=7469

Another good choice would be the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=154&modelid=7319

You may also want to consider the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM (this is the lens I currently use)
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=150&modelid=11922

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Recommended DSLR camera..?

*music*

For beginner photographers?
I'm in high school..
and ABSOLUTELY LOVE photography.
Any recommendations?

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If you are used to a compact point-and-shoot and want to overcome the shortcomings of these cameras, then consider the Nikon D60.

This camera is designed for newcomers to DSLRs and Nikon wants you to feel at home with this camera. The size and weight is just slightly more than a deluxe point-and-shoot with lots more options for those who want to take photography more seriously.

Among the major reasons for buying this camera is its sharp pictures due to Nikon's lens technology which now includes a vibration reduction lens to keep your photos steady. The sensor cleaner is a big plus to keep those images clear. You have the option of using the camera on automatic or trying out many of Nikon's built-in options for editing your shots.

There are very few negatives. If you are used to the pricing with a point-and-shoot, a DSLR camera looks like sticker shock. But when you realize all the benefits you are getting, it makes sense. Only other negative is that with more and more cameras raising the bar with mega-pixels, one wonders why Nikon couldn't have gone to a 12MP resolution in the D60. But for most of us, 10MP should be fine.

All-in-all this is one great camera value. You get the lightweight small configuration of a point-and-shoot in a DSLR with all the benefits that the D60 offers.

Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera + Accessory Kit
KIT INCLUDES 8 PRODUCTS -- All Brand New Items with all Manufacturer-supplied Accessories + Full USA Warranties:
<#1> Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera & 18-55mm VR Zoom Lens Outfit PLUS
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<#3> Spare EN-EL9 Li-Ion Battery Pack
<#4> Nikon SLR System Case
<#5> USB 2.0 High Speed SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader
<#6> Digital Image Recovery Software
<#7> Memory Card Storage Wallet
<#8> Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
price: $559.95 + $18.95 shipping
reference: http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D60-Digital-18-55mm-Accessory/dp/B00154KTXI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1239594029&sr=1-6&tag=commentglitte-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325

Dslr question. Please!?

Q. I'm getting a SonyNex5N
For my birthday! :D
I'm super excited!
But I would like to know if anyone else has one.
And if they're good cameras?
Any problems? And what's the best thing about them?

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Hi Oregano,

The camera you are getting is technically not a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) because it does not require the REFLEX viewing system that most advanced photographers are used to using. It does have most of the advantages of a DSLR plus a number of unique benefits. The NEX is one of a new genre of cameras call Compact System Cameras (CSC), Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Cameras (MILC) or a more or less derogatory term EVIL (Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens) type camera.

You are getting mostly negative answers from people who are very resistant to change and somehow have concluded that having a mirror system that adds mechanical complexity and design limitations is inherently inferior to a system that can use the same sensors and optical systems (or better yet smaller and lighter optics) because it uses an electronic viewing system instead of an optical one. Nothing could be further from the truth and, with good design and advanced technology the CSC type camera will probably evolve to the next generation's "DSLR":.

Sony NEX, along with Olympus & Panasonic (who jointly support the Micro Four Thirds format) and Samsung plus more recently Pentax and Nikon have all introduced their own proprietary designs of this type do you might wish to do some comparisons before committing to the Sony. The Micro Four Thirds system was the first to the market with models by Panasonic and has the widest selection of models and accessories.

In my opinion the most important consideration when selecting one of these cameras is being able to use the camera with an eye level viewing system. This should either be included in the camera body or be available as an attachment. The reason this is important is because using electronic view screens to compose a picture has inherent weaknesses in very bright light, very dim light and also tends to cause the main source of blurry images (camera movement) because people tend to move a camera more when it is held at arms length. The Sony NEX-5N does have an optional viewfinder accessory (the original NEX-5 does not accept that accessory and I would recommend avoiding that model).

Here is a link to a comparison of those models -

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonynex5n

The other thing I consider an important consideration is how adaptable the system will be to accepting new technology. The Micro Four Thirds system has the greatest selection of accessories that will maintain overall compatibility with the Sony as the next most versatile. Unfortunately, it seems to be difficult to get a comprehensive overview of the system from SONY because most of their web pages seemed to be aimed at marketing the currently favored product over giving detailed information about the choices available.

Here are the best links I have been able to find to Micro Four Thirds choices and Sony NEX ~

http://www.four-thirds.org/en/microft/body.html
(Note that there are additional pages for accessories and general information from this link)

http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&identifier=S_NEX

I have noticed that while the Sony NEX camera bodies are very compact, most of the lenses do not seem to be as compact as the Panasonic and Olympus lenses so you may want to compare them if size is an important consideration.

Finally, here is a link to the camera that appears to be a real "game changer" the DSLR like Micro Four Thirds camera introduced by Olympus earlier this year. While this may be out of your price range it represents a possible "blueprint" for the future of cameras like the Sony, Panasonic and Olympus.

http://www.four-thirds.org/en/microft/body.html#c=OLYMPUS&i_om-d_e-m5_olympus

Hope that helps. If you need additional information feel free to contact me via my profile email.

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Canon Rebel XTI Sports Lens?

Novice

I just got into photography (newee), I purchased a Canon Rebel XTI. I will be taking pictures of Mixed Martial Arts Fights as well as boxing, and note that I am in Media zone so I am basically right alongside the ring. I have a small budget so I need advice on perhaps the cheapest best lens I can get. Action is non stop at times, and the lighting is only good when the fighters are in the middle of the ring, but bad when against the ropes or fence. Any advice guys or gals?
Note that I cannot use a flash when the fighters are in the ring.

Answer
Well if you pick a fixed focal length you'll benefit in two ways, first you'll have a faster lens, second you need not worry about zooming in or out. With Canon's 1.6 multiplier a 50mm = 85mm lens (a f/1.4 cost about...$300). Tamron's 18-250 (28-400 w/1.6 multiplier) f/3.5 macro zoom cost about $400/$500 bucks.
I own both of these lens mentioned above, though I'd recommend a flash, Canon's 580 EX or the NEW 580 EX II. The little flash on your XTi may not be enough power for those shots across the ring, on the ropes next to you it will work. Once again I know you are on a budget (so am I) but, I got my XTi body with the Tamron lens and a few months later, the Canon 50mm f/1.4 then a couple months later the EX II speedlite.

Check out www.bhphotovideo.com or eBay

Best Canon lens for travel? I'm looking for a walkaround "all-in-one" lens with a good zoom?

lwa519

I have a Canon EOS 5D Mark II and I need a good lens for traveling. I can't carry four or five lenses around everywhere I go, especially while on vacation, so I want to buy a lens with a good zoom, auto-focus, and USM. I'd love for it to get to f/2.8 but f/4 is acceptable too.

Oh... and I'd like for it not to be too expensive. Definitely needs to be under $1,000 (hopefully way under $1,000 but I know that's not likely)
Would this one be good? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000053HH5/ref=cm_cmu_pg__header

Answer
The Canon 70-200mm f/4 is a great performer, a lot better than the budget telephoto zoom lenses. However, unless you plan to do only sports or wildlife shots, you'll need at least another lens. The Canon 24-70 f/2.8 works well, although like what the previous person said, it's a little out of your budget.

The Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 works similarily, at a lower price: http://www.adorama.com/SG247028HEOS.html?searchinfo=Sigma+24-70mm+f%2f2.8+canon

If you want a do it all lenses that'll cover pretty much all the focal lenths you'll need, consider the Tamron 28-200mm. http://www.adorama.com/TM28200DEOS.html?searchinfo=Tamron+28-200mm+canon

If you are willing to forego zoom for a way faster lens, consider the Canon 50mm f/1.4: http://www.adorama.com/CA5014AFU.html?searchinfo=canon+50mm+f%2f1.4

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Looking for an excellent lens for my Canon 50d?

rinny

I want something to highlight my portraiture work that will run around $1000 give or take. Any suggestions on a few lenses to consider?

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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens. It is sharp, versatile, fast focusing, and has excellent bokeh (background blur quality).Image stabilization allows indoor available light shooting with this lens but higher than your budget.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006I53W?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00006I53W

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens is a popular choice when you have the time to position yourself in relation to your subject. It is a very good value lens. The Canon EF 100mm f/2.0 USM Lens is very similar in performance.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007GQLU?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00007GQLU

What are the best Canon lens for the 50D EOS?

webbkie

I'm a thirteen old boy who is into photography. I like taking sport shots of like rugby and cricket but i also like taking shots at parties (Generally indoors) but then i also like taking shots on wildlife. Which lens (plural) do you recommend. Keep in mind, I've only got 1.5 grand in the bank. Any links will be great!

Thanks, Webbkie

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thirteen year old boy with 1.5 grand for photography,

wow.

ahaha, im 15 and virtually broke,

however for wildlife you will want all the reach you can get, the canon 70-300mm IS USM lens is an excellent lens,

the 70-200mm F4 L lens is another good contender, but its 100mm shorter,

canon's 400mm F5.6 L lens however is over your budget


for indoor shots, you'll want to go wider, if the 18-55 kit lens isnt wide enough (or if you got the 28-135 lens with it) canon's EF-S 10-22mm lens is unparalleled, ive read that it would be an L lens had it been an EF mount lens.

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Wedding Photography camera Canon 50d vs. full frame & 20d Lens recommendations?

Lyndsey R

I shoot an average of 2-4 weddings a month. I currently use 2: Canon 20d cameras, I bought a Canon 430(?) flash which I find useless, I bought the Metz 58 and have been happy so far, till i blew the bulb last night(do they make a replacement?) I am looking at upgrading the cameras. Is the 50d a good choice or is the full frame really worth it? I only wanted to upgrade because people ask the megapixals and when I say 8 they gasp. Since everyone and their mother can buy a 10-15mp at walmart for $100. I can blow my 8mp 24x36 with great defination. I also have a Tamron lense 18-200 love the versitility. Should I add some low light lenses like the 50mm 1.8 or is it worth it? Should I add the Tamron 10-24mm lense or 11-18mp? Please maky any recomendations camera, lense, flash. I have wasted time on a slave flash yet, is it worth it?

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Canonâs new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and youâll experience true digital inspiration!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EQ4BY0?ie=UTF8&tag=nop107-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001EQ4BY0"

What is a great wide angle lens for a Canon 50d?

Q. I have a Canon 50d and am taking a trip to Germany soon. I want to take amazing pictures of the landscape and the architecture. I am planning on renting a lens because I don't have 2k to spend on an amazing lens and I can rent one for a fraction of the price.

I would like to rent a wide angle lens that shows some distortion, but not extreme. I don't want a fish eye and I have never worked with a fixed lens before. I'm looking at www.lensrentals.com and am interested in there Zeiss 18mm or the Tokina 11-16mm or 12-24mm but I have no experience with these lenses and wanted some guidance.

I want a good quality lens, but I have no clue which one I should rent.

Help!

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How "amazing" the image will be is entirely up to you and your decisions about lighting and composition, not the lens. That said, the right lens may determine whether or not the shot you want is possible. For architecture, I like ulltrawide lenses like the EF-s 10-22mm (on the 50D) or EF 17-40mm and 16-35mm lenses on full-frame cameras like the 5D.

When mounted on the 50D, the manual focus only, Zeiss 18mm's field of view may not be wide enough to accomplish your goals. The Tokina 11-16mm and 12-24mm lenses you are considering might be better options for you than the Zeiss lens in this case. All that said, it should also be noted that the daily rate for the Tokina 11-16mm is higher than that of Canon's 10-22mm. The daily rate of the Tokina 12-24mm zoom than either the Canon or Tokina 11-16mm. I've shot with all these lenses and in this case, the Canon is the widest lens of the bunch and would be my lens of choice if I were you.

For what it is worth, I used to own the Canon 10-22mm. It was one of my favorite lenses on my Canon 40D and 7D. The only reason I don't own that lens today is the fact I own a 5D Mark II and Ef 16-35mm f/2.8L II that offers the same coverage as the 10-22mm did on my 40D nad 7D. Below are shots you should have no problem duplicating with your 50D and the Canon EF-s 10-22mm lens:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastfingers/5132258857
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastfingers/4906003809
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastfingers/4784888954
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastfingers/4697327825
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastfingers/4697312903

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camera lens?

mdjgirl7

Will any canon lens fit a rebel? What would be a good lens to start off with?

yes I know nothing lol

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Hi MD Girl. Not all Canon lenses will work on a Rebel digital Specifically.... none of the FD lenses have the same type of mount as do the EF lenses... (by EF, I refer to the electronic focusing lenses that are "electronically" driven when mounted to the camera). I have found out the hard way :(( that not all of the EF lenses will work on every camera either ... and I mostly refer to the one you are asking about... the Rebel. If you use the wrong kind of lens on your camera... you will get an error message and the camera will not take ANY pictures, so when buying a lens, make sure it signifiies that it is designed for your camera. As for a good lens to start off with.... many people will recommend the 50mm, but I don't. You will be happy with a 50mm initially... but after a few shooting trips you will be wanting to take long range shots or maybe very wide angle landscapes and the 50mm is just too restrictive. I recommend and always have in my camera bag a telephoto zoom lens. 18-200mm or 70-210mm gives you many more photo opportunites than does a standard 50mm. And let me pass on another piece of advice since you are in the market for a lens. Always look to see where the lens is manufactured... it is printed somewhere on the lens body. It will say Made in _____ . Your best quality lenses will be made in Japan. I never buy those made in any of the other countries.... and if you compare the two... you will see the difference in the weight and in the craftsmanship. Hope that gives you something to consider. Thanks for reading and happy shopping. :))

Which Camera Lens?

Q. I just bought a Canon Rebel EOS Digital XTi camera (newbie to photography) which came with a Tamron AF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro 1:2 and a Tamron AF 28-80mm F/3.5-5.6 Aspherical lens. I am taking a trip to Scotland and want to a have a universal lens and I don't know if the one I have will work well enough (the AF28-80mm). I don't know what I should get and I don't want to spend a lot either. Any ideas? I plan on taking a lot of landscape photos, castles etc.

Answer
Ok, land scape lenses 'usually' require a wide angle, when set at infinity or less have an enormous depth of field (ie all will be in focus) - Hint: Set your depth of focus, so that it's extremity is on infinity (not the focus point) this way you will have a far greater depth of field.
Telephotos usefull for other things rather than landscapes and buildings, so take 28-80 mm lens, this will be far more usefull all round.

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DSLR Camera Question!!?

No D

I am planning on buying a new DSLR camera in a about a year. But I don't know what I should look for in a DSLR camera, since I am new to DSLRs. But I do know that I want it to be at least 11 megapixels and I want to be able to click the shutter very fast and the it will still take photos.(By that I mean like I don't want to be able to click the shutter, wait for the camera to load, but like click it every second and still get the camera to take the photo every second.) PLEASE HELP!!

Answer
Most dSLRs have similar basic features. The only true difference would be megapixel count. Other small features that would set some models apart may or may not be trivial to most users.

When looking for a dSLR camera, limit your search to Canon, Nikon and Pentax. They are the big three in 35mm photography and have been making SLRs for a very long time. Your basic concern then would only be price and brand. Canon basically have lots of lenses at a higher price range. Nikon have lots of lenses with more from other brands like Tamron and Sigma. Pentax have a small lineup of lenses but it makes it up with compatibility with all of the lenses it has ever made (with the oldest screw mounts requiring an adapter).

The talk about lenses is inevitable since your body is not expected to last forever. You expand your gear through lenses and when your body starts to fail, replace it with another one that takes your lens collection. That's why you have to choose your brand wisely from the very beginning.

About shutter speed, it doesn't mean that if you have a dSLR, you can click away as rapidly as you want and still get fabulous shots. This is the common mistake people assume. The dSLR, like all other cameras (film or point-and-shoot) depend on light. Without sufficient lighting, picture quality goes down. It all depends on how the user perceives available light and how he adapts to it with the camera. It takes a balance of shutter and aperture settings related to sensor sensitivity and amount of light to make a proper exposure. Most cameras, even the sub $100 point-and-shooters have the capability to take satisfactory pictures as long as you know what you are doing and give it enough light.

New to Digital SLR cameras - need help. I want to purchase a dslr that is compatible with older pentax lenses?

Rumbly

I have alot of good (old) pentax lenses for a film slr camera. I am new to slr photography, these lenses were given to me. Is it worth trying to fit a new digital slr to old lenses? Will I see any difference in the pics if I had new lenses for a digital camera? Any help to get me started would be greatly appreciated!

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I used to work in a camera shop and I remember the older Pentax lenses were called "Pentax K-Mount Lenses". These lenses worked on several house brand cameras as well as Pentax. The best camera that I know of that used to work with these lenses is the Ricoh brand. K-Mart also made a camera that used these called "Focal", I think. And possibly Vivitar used them. So, you could look into these brands of digital SLRs and see if they still use the Pentax mount. I think your pics will look fine with the older lenses.
You are wise to utilize those lenses if possible. Saves a ton of money and they don't make 'em like they used to.

Good luck! I hope this helps!

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what is the point of a camera lens hood?

Nicole

I've been looking up accessories for my Canon t4i and came across lens hoods and was wondering what their purpose was and they also come in many different lengths

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Well there are two types of hoods, Petal Shape and Round Shape. Both do the same job block light from the sides where you don't get things in frame even if fully zoomed out. And most lenses.. hell very few do 180 degrees this means that light hitting the lens from the sight can get in the way of the actual light you want to capture.

In short look before you notice that left and right of your viewcone you see things but they are unsharp. That is your perifical view. In a lens for a camera you don't want that. Now what if I shine from your perifical view are a big 500Watt building light in your eyes... yeah you don't like that.

See with lenses you want only light from the area you want to capture. The rest.. is just in the way. A lenshood blocks light from coming from those area. Less light from the side means no false light. meaning more contrast. Think of it of you putting on horse caps that block your side view. Or wearing special glasses with side blockers. Maybe ski glasses.. suddenly me shining a 500Watt building light has no effect .

And that is what they do.. block light from the sides that might and do effect image quality.

Round lens hoods are simple, as in they tend to come with lenses that rotate the front as they focus. See every camera has a certain size of "frame" the sensor. And what lens hoods have to do is block all light coming from angles.. outside the lens view based upon that frame size.

Now rotation fronts mean that they have to use round ones. More expensive lenses have non rotating fronts. This means that they also can take in that the framing. For instance 3:2 means that one side of the frame is longer then the other. And petal shaped hoods make it so that the top and bottom will have longer flaps. While the sides have shorter flaps. This way they block out as much light from the sides you won't want.

In the end you get more contrast, less stray light, and no nasty side effects.

I fear though .. well a reality is that the kitlens tends to come with a WORTHLESS hood. That tiny miniskirt you can buy for your 18-55mm is worthless. Now the 55-200mm's hood is actually useful.But the 18-55mm's tiny skirt is a joke. So you don't need that particular one.

If you buy a more expensive lens with a non rotating front you'll get the petal shaped hood. And trust me you will want to use those.

Where do you buy Lens hood for a camera?

Q. Im not talking about the small lens hood for DSLR cameras ether. Im talking about the BIG lens hood like what some Sony, Panasonic or Canon cameras have.

And if you want a better picture, panavision has some examples of lens hoods here; https://www.google.com/search?q=panavision&hl=en&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=sDg9UdPdDNCFyQGguYDICQ&sqi=2&ved=0CFcQsAQ&biw=1600&bih=744

What site and or place sells the Big lens hood for cameras? Or can you only get these lens hood strictly if you buy the camera as well (or if the lens hood only comes on a certain camera?)

It would be helpful

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Lens hoods are either small or large based upon the focal length of the lenses NOT the brand.

The link you gave us show what are called a matte box. They can be adjusted as necessary to produce the best protection from stray light causing lens flare. Unless you are planning on shooting with a 35 mm ARRI and zoom lens, you don't need one

http://www.flycamshoppe.com/fc/PROAIM-105mm-MB-700-Jumbo-Matte-Box-with-Side-and-French-Flags.html?gclid=CIeHtd_P87UCFaUWMgodpmIAUw

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