Getting into photography
Aug 26, 2011 04:30:21 #
Hi,
I am looking to get into photography. I have a 7D and I was looking to know what would be some of the lenses I would need to get started?
Thanks. Nicholas.
I am looking to get into photography. I have a 7D and I was looking to know what would be some of the lenses I would need to get started?
Thanks. Nicholas.
Aug 26, 2011 05:43:00 #
G'day Nicholas.
Depends entierly on the direction you want to take.
there's so many different lenses out there, and some are very expensive.
You could go versatile and get a range of zoom lenses, the realy basic EF-S kits usually have an 18-55mm + a 55-250mm. These are ok all rounders, but dont excel in any area (except price!)
L lenses are the ducks guts, they'll do the best job of whatever they're built for, but becuse they are expensive you have choose wisely.
I dont have any rea direction myself. i started with the kit lenses, and im upgrading to a 10-22, 24-75L (f2.8) and 70-300L.
good luck
Depends entierly on the direction you want to take.
there's so many different lenses out there, and some are very expensive.
You could go versatile and get a range of zoom lenses, the realy basic EF-S kits usually have an 18-55mm + a 55-250mm. These are ok all rounders, but dont excel in any area (except price!)
L lenses are the ducks guts, they'll do the best job of whatever they're built for, but becuse they are expensive you have choose wisely.
I dont have any rea direction myself. i started with the kit lenses, and im upgrading to a 10-22, 24-75L (f2.8) and 70-300L.
good luck
Aug 26, 2011 06:48:09 #
jdtx
Loc: SA, Tx.
welcome Nicholas..choosing a lens is pretty important, you have to decide what you are mainly interested in taking pictures of, then do some research on what lenses work best for that type of photography..as a rule..which of course can be broken..get the best you can afford..the new zoom lenses are on a par with most of the primes and afford you some flexibility..the 24-70 2.8 is a very nice lens,,I have that one..also the 70-200 2.8 is a great lens..both are pricey but will get you some excellent pics and last thru several camera bodies, if taken care of..best of luck
Aug 26, 2011 08:39:01 #
Aug 26, 2011 11:46:21 #
If you're just starting, you'd be much happier with a starter camera like the Canon XTi. Just so happens I have one I'd trade strait across for your 7D. :)
In all seriousness, It depends on what kind of photography you want to do and your budget. I hear the 50mm 1.4 is a fantastic lens and not too pricey. Also the 70-200 f4L non IS is one of the few "L" series lens I've seen under $1000 and have heard good things about it.
Jeff makes a good point. A single good zoom could be the only thing you use for most of your shots.
In all seriousness, It depends on what kind of photography you want to do and your budget. I hear the 50mm 1.4 is a fantastic lens and not too pricey. Also the 70-200 f4L non IS is one of the few "L" series lens I've seen under $1000 and have heard good things about it.
Jeff makes a good point. A single good zoom could be the only thing you use for most of your shots.
Aug 26, 2011 14:42:36 #
I am an amateur professional (in my own words) and I have the 7D - I purchased the 18-135mm f3.5 and also the prime lens 50mm f1.8. I wanted these two because I am doing weddings and after researching on line and asking every professional I could - these two seemed really good for my application and I am very happy with both. Especially the prime lens is great for portraits and close ups of wedding details.
Hope that helps. I really wanted the 24-70L mm f2.8 - that is on my wish list because I have heard nothing but good about it - but it is very pricy.
Hope that helps. I really wanted the 24-70L mm f2.8 - that is on my wish list because I have heard nothing but good about it - but it is very pricy.
Aug 26, 2011 23:38:15 #
What is the purpose of buying a great SLR camera, then limiting it with second rate lenses? I have Canon cameras, too, and I recommend only the best, the "L" series for them. If you want a single lens to hold serve for you before you acquire others, buy the 28-300 mm F3.5-5.6 IS. It frames effectively from just above wide angle to rather long telephoto. It is a lens that can do almost anything well. It is big and heavy, but you knew you would be carrying a bigger load when you bought an SLR. The back ache pale compared to the pictures you are able to capture.
Aug 27, 2011 11:23:56 #
That is interesting - I was told at a photo retailer that the only reason to buy and pay more for an "L" lens, although it is better glass, is if you are going to do magazine ads, or large blowup photos, that is you were using anything 8x10 and under you would not see a difference, do you agree with this mindset?
Aug 27, 2011 11:30:32 #
jdtx
Loc: SA, Tx.
no I do not agree with that comment from the retailer..everything about L lenses is better, the construction, the glass, the coatings ..you will see a big difference in your pictures ..but then that is just my experience, others may differ
Aug 27, 2011 12:25:22 #
thank you for that information - i mean, everything i read on line about that lens and everywhere I saw comments on it - told me i needed to buy it, but then the sales person (who yes, did not have the L lens) I believed and I should have just spent the extra and gone full boar!
Doggone! Thanks for the info
Doggone! Thanks for the info
Aug 27, 2011 19:42:55 #
jdtx
Loc: SA, Tx.
Most every experienced photographer will tell you to invest your money in "glass"..meaning lenses, the camera bodies come and go but good glass goes on and on..kinda like that bunny in the commercials..good luck
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