South Dakota in July - HELP!!!
Apr 9, 2012 18:30:13 #
Here goes: I am taking my first trip out west in July. I will be photographing scenery, Indian reservations, and of course all the good stuff like Mt. Rushmore and the Badlands. My dilemma: I only have enough to purchase two necessary things - One of which is a new lens and a tripod that is good quality, but light enough for me to handle when shooting outdoors. Budget is a huge concern, but I want to purchase good quality. This is the equipment I have --
Canon T3, Lenses: 18-55mm Kit Lens, Tamron 75-300mm Standard Telephoto, Canon 50mm lens, 58mm Wide Angle lens and 58mm 2x Telephoto lens. (All came with the kit)
Well, everyone, have at it!!!
Canon T3, Lenses: 18-55mm Kit Lens, Tamron 75-300mm Standard Telephoto, Canon 50mm lens, 58mm Wide Angle lens and 58mm 2x Telephoto lens. (All came with the kit)
Well, everyone, have at it!!!
Apr 9, 2012 20:43:46 #
Apr 9, 2012 21:36:52 #
That is a lot to carry.
When I travel I like to keep it light, one body, one lens.
Also, do not forget that higher altitudes will wear you out and make everything seem heavier.
I am also a big believer that most scenic places have been shot by pros and the images are available anywhere.
Meet the locals and shoot them in their environment. They will be unique.
Don't steal any souls.
When I travel I like to keep it light, one body, one lens.
Also, do not forget that higher altitudes will wear you out and make everything seem heavier.
I am also a big believer that most scenic places have been shot by pros and the images are available anywhere.
Meet the locals and shoot them in their environment. They will be unique.
Don't steal any souls.
pinkycat wrote:
Here goes: I am taking my first trip out west in ... (show quote)
Apr 9, 2012 22:02:03 #
Sounds like you have the lens issue just about covered. There are too many very good tripods out there so get one you can carry with ease. Take lots of great photo's and have fun.
Apr 9, 2012 22:15:12 #
For the tripod I recommend the Manfroto 394 .. it weighs just under 4 lbs with a carrying case so you can throw it over your shoulder. Cost about 100 dollars .. from the sound of it you pretty much have the lens' covered ... I would think about a camera case that has a shoulder strap that will carry whatever you are taking and perhaps a couple extra batteries.
Apr 9, 2012 22:16:24 #
go to keh.com look used. you can get a better lens and tripod for less money and maybe to buy an extra lens or camera bag etc. very reliable and trust worthy company.
Apr 10, 2012 00:12:35 #
The best part of South Dakota is ahhh ummmm . OK, an interesting part of South Dakota is carvings of dead presidents. But the best part ,,,,,, hmmmm/ At least it's not Nebraska?
Apr 10, 2012 08:54:52 #
PrairieSeasons wrote:
The best part of South Dakota is ahhh ummmm . OK, an interesting part of South Dakota is carvings of dead presidents. But the best part ,,,,,, hmmmm/ At least it's not Nebraska?
Take your alarm clock. You wont want to miss sunrise in the badlands! You might think about a circular polarizer, to help those colors pop.
OOPS didnt mean to quote Prarie Seasons
Apr 10, 2012 09:35:59 #
Be sure to visit the some of the caves near Mt. Rushmore. They are very cool.
You'll need your flash.
You'll need your flash.
pinkycat wrote:
Here goes: I am taking my first trip out west in ... (show quote)
Apr 10, 2012 09:36:45 #
You obviously haven't been to the Black Hills. It is fabulous!
PrairieSeasons wrote:
The best part of South Dakota is ahhh ummmm . OK, an interesting part of South Dakota is carvings of dead presidents. But the best part ,,,,,, hmmmm/ At least it's not Nebraska?
Apr 10, 2012 09:47:11 #
MtnMan wrote:
You obviously haven't been to the Black Hills. It is fabulous!
PrairieSeasons wrote:
The best part of South Dakota is ahhh ummmm . OK, an interesting part of South Dakota is carvings of dead presidents. But the best part ,,,,,, hmmmm/ At least it's not Nebraska?
Actually I have been to the Black Hills. I even took a picture there once. My post was in reference to a running joke among us plains states residents.
Apr 10, 2012 10:23:41 #
I went to Keystone (and Rapid City) SD last summer. That was an awesome trip. You mentioned Rushmore. Make sure to see the Crazy Horse Memorial too. It's only about 10 minutes away from Mt. Rushmore and it is even more impressive.
There's the scenic train to ride too and you should be able to get some great shots from it.
For that trip, I would hope you could use a 50-200mm or something like that; having a nice closeup focal length as well as a telephoto focal length.
There's the scenic train to ride too and you should be able to get some great shots from it.
For that trip, I would hope you could use a 50-200mm or something like that; having a nice closeup focal length as well as a telephoto focal length.
Apr 10, 2012 10:25:53 #
Oh, and if you go to Rapid City, see the streets with the president statues on every corner. That's pretty cool. Plus, there's an alley with mural art on the back of every business.
I also recommend going to Bear Country. That's a preserve that you can drive through and photograph. Pretty cool, and then you can get out at one point and there's a place where you can see the baby bears. Last summer, my wife and I saw them when they were tiny, cuddly, and still wanting to be around people. And they were jumping and playing almost constantly.
I also recommend going to Bear Country. That's a preserve that you can drive through and photograph. Pretty cool, and then you can get out at one point and there's a place where you can see the baby bears. Last summer, my wife and I saw them when they were tiny, cuddly, and still wanting to be around people. And they were jumping and playing almost constantly.
Apr 10, 2012 13:02:27 #
my problem is,,I remember these places when they were open[and mostly free].. while your there-don't forget the small stuff,,wildlife/bugs/minerals/fossils/[some]locals AND don't pass up Wall Drug....its something else--also remember it when it was one building[big,but one]...
to paraphrase another saying--"shoot till you drop" and
have fun.. joe
pps; just thought[remembered] 'don't' shoot none of them injuns...unless you ask or its a public show--some are very private and do not apprciate any photogs, unless public show..
to paraphrase another saying--"shoot till you drop" and
have fun.. joe
pps; just thought[remembered] 'don't' shoot none of them injuns...unless you ask or its a public show--some are very private and do not apprciate any photogs, unless public show..
Apr 10, 2012 13:39:55 #
jokescache1 wrote:
'don't' shoot none of them injuns
I know most people don't think of this, and it's not a big deal in most cases, but as someone with Native American heritage, the 'injun' word is not flattering. I'd just say that Native Americans in that area don't necessarily like their photo taken unless it's a public thing. Just like when in Amish country, you have to be careful about taking people's photo. Ask first, if in doubt.
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