Which camera is best for...
Apr 25, 2020 12:20:56 #
No OS? No problem.
Shot without it for over 35 years.......
(Note, the "i" versions are better cameras than the non-"i" versions.)
Shot without it for over 35 years.......
(Note, the "i" versions are better cameras than the non-"i" versions.)
Apr 25, 2020 12:21:37 #
That camera/lens solution is fine, especially since it will be free. A tripod is nice, but not necessary and maybe not even useable on the move. I agree with the idea of a book, although if he has internet connection there are plenty of tutorials. More useful would be batteries, a charger and maybe even a solar recharging panel. Any digital camera is pretty much useless without batteries and if he's "in the field" for any period of time, be may need a spare or two (or three).
Apr 25, 2020 12:25:09 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
I have an 18/130 canon lens that I use almost as an everyday lens on my T2i and am very pleased with it.
I use to have one of those high powered lens/Canon's and found out I hardly used the super power . From what I seen of safari's ,getting close is really no problem.
Oh ya, that lens I have is a stablelized lens.
Just make sure you use a high enough speed setting.
I use to have one of those high powered lens/Canon's and found out I hardly used the super power . From what I seen of safari's ,getting close is really no problem.
Oh ya, that lens I have is a stablelized lens.
Just make sure you use a high enough speed setting.
Apr 25, 2020 12:27:56 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
I have an 18/130 canon lens that I use almost as an everyday lens on my T2i and am very pleased with it.
I use to have one of those high powered lens/Canon's and found out I hardly used the super power . From what I seen of safari's ,getting close is really no problem.
Oh ya, that lens I have is a stablelized lens.
Just make sure you use a high enough speed setting.
I use to have one of those high powered lens/Canon's and found out I hardly used the super power . From what I seen of safari's ,getting close is really no problem.
Oh ya, that lens I have is a stablelized lens.
Just make sure you use a high enough speed setting.
Apr 25, 2020 12:39:11 #
Thank you, and thank you!!! I didn’t know the difference! I have the old T2i I plan to give him, so maybe that won’t be so bad.
Longshadow wrote:
No OS? No problem.
Shot without it for over 35 years.......
(Note, the "i" versions are better cameras than the non-"i" versions.)
Shot without it for over 35 years.......
(Note, the "i" versions are better cameras than the non-"i" versions.)
Apr 25, 2020 12:49:13 #
Apr 25, 2020 12:52:56 #
Sark17 wrote:
Oh cool! I’m actually OTP - flowery branch - Lake Lanier area! What hart of town are you in?
I’m over in Paulding county. The other side of town.
Apr 25, 2020 13:07:13 #
Sark17 wrote:
Thank you, and thank you!!! I didn’t know the difference! I have the old T2i I plan to give him, so maybe that won’t be so bad.
I'm still using my T1i.
Apr 25, 2020 13:12:01 #
Got ‘em! And car charger for batteries so converter not necessary (though I’m bringing him a converter too)!
dick ranez wrote:
don't forget extra sd cards
Apr 25, 2020 13:13:49 #
Apr 25, 2020 13:51:04 #
Sark17 wrote:
Thank you, and thank you!!! I didn’t know the difference! I have the old T2i I plan to give him, so maybe that won’t be so bad.
I still have my T2i even though I eventually got an 80D. It still takes great pictures. It won't be bad at all!
Just for emphasis, Canon cameras (so far) do not have stabilization in body.
Apr 25, 2020 14:09:30 #
PHRubin wrote:
I still have my T2i even though I eventually got an 80D. It still takes great pictures. It won't be bad at all!
Just for emphasis, Canon cameras (so far) do not have stabilization in body.
Just for emphasis, Canon cameras (so far) do not have stabilization in body.
Is that a detriment or asset??? Or merely a statement???
I still shoot like I've always been, I keep forgetting about stabilization (wherever it may be).
It's an extra bennie.
Apr 25, 2020 16:01:56 #
If it's in the budget, get him a "nifty fifty" for those times that the telephoto is not appropriate. Should be about $100.
Apr 25, 2020 16:05:44 #
I’ve actually got one right now that I don’t use anymore, it was my main lens with my former camera. I have it for sale but maybe I’ll keep it for him :) thank you!
dick ranez wrote:
If it's in the budget, get him a "nifty fifty" for those times that the telephoto is not appropriate. Should be about $100.
Apr 25, 2020 16:44:09 #
Sark17 wrote:
I’m actually bringing it over in September (hopefully!), and a tripod is a great idea! I just don’t know that he could get out of the truck in many situations he will find himself in. Lots of light thankfully; but also pretty close to some apex predators. I think the beanbag is as stable as it may get - truck engine off of course!
Steve Perry shows how he uses that grey pipe insulation, with the slit to go over a pipe, on a car window to support the lens. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-in-x-6-ft-Foam-Pipe-Insulation-ORP11812/204760805
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