Kit lenses
Feb 19, 2015 09:06:31 #
graybeard wrote:
I see a lot of references to "Kit" lenses, often with an inference that they are in someway inferior. Can anyone shed any light on this? Thanks
I know it's simply semantics, but I would never call a "Kit" lens inferior, just not "top shelf."
I had a Nikkor 18-55mm "Kit" lens that came with my D5100 and I got some incredibly sharp images with it.
When I bought my D5300 recently it was packaged with a Nikkor 18-140 lens. That is also a very nice and affordable lens.
BTW, when I was researching my D5300, I looked at "body only" models and noticed that the 18-140mm, when purchased separately, was somewhere in the $450 plus range. I wouldn't consider that a Kit lens.
BTW, my Nikkor 18-140 is for sale because I bought the Sigma 18-300.
I'm just too lazy to take a picture of it to post it here on the UHH.
Feb 19, 2015 09:29:22 #
They are the lens that is usually sold with the camera, not of excellent quality, but fairly good, certainly good enough to learn a new with. If you are a beginner, I would suggest getting the camera with one. If you are experienced and have several lenses, just buy the body.
Feb 19, 2015 09:41:10 #
graybeard wrote:
I see a lot of references to "Kit" lenses, often with an inference that they are in someway inferior. Can anyone shed any light on this? Thanks
No doubt you'll get all kinds of answers on this subject. Mine would be that so far I've had excellent luck with Canon's "kit" lenses - normally their 18-55.
I use mine strictly for video or on occasion when I need a little more width to my frame. I've never had a problem with mine and find the current lens I'm using for video to be tack sharp.
Feb 19, 2015 09:42:34 #
St3v3M wrote:
Most people will use a 'kit lens' in Auto and be happy, while others want more.
It's sort of like; why put expensive racing tires on a car unless you're going to race it?
It's sort of like; why put expensive racing tires on a car unless you're going to race it?
That is utter nonsense. All I have are the two "kit lenses" that came with my D3100. I go manual a lot. Don't make those of us who can not afford a lens that costs a thousand plus dollars such rank amateurs that they will never progress past a Point and Shoot.
And by the way, I have some excellent shots with my lenses. Most of what makes good photography comes from what's between your ears.
Feb 19, 2015 09:44:13 #
graybeard wrote:
I have 40+ years in using 35mm film SLR's, and my ... (show quote)
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Feb 19, 2015 09:50:37 #
Ralloh wrote:
That is utter nonsense. All I have are the two "kit lenses" that came with my D3100. I go manual a lot. Don't make those of us who can not afford a lens that costs a thousand plus dollars such rank amateurs that they will never progress past a Point and Shoot.
And by the way, I have some excellent shots with my lenses. Most of what makes good photography comes from what's between your ears.
And by the way, I have some excellent shots with my lenses. Most of what makes good photography comes from what's between your ears.
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: agreed! Nice one!
Feb 19, 2015 09:51:14 #
Don Fischer wrote:
I can't remember what I got with my D70 but I did ... (show quote)
I mainly use my 18 ~ 270mm lens and then need my camera bag. However, when I want to travel light I use my 18 ~ 55mm lens and a smaller camera 'pouch' and am very glad of it. :thumbup:
If I wanted to shoot video - then the 18 ~ 55mm lens with its silent auto focussing is a must. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Feb 19, 2015 09:54:49 #
graybeard wrote:
I have shot over 1,000 pix so far, don't even know which one I used. I still haven't downloaded any of them.
Why? :?: :?: :!: :!:
Feb 19, 2015 09:56:29 #
JimH123 wrote:
One example is that I have a camera modified to be able to capture IR. If I use the 18-55mm kit lens, the central portion of the image is much brighter (called a hot spot). If I use a better lens, there is no such problem.
This is just one example showing how a kit lens manufactured with some compromises doesn't match up to a better lens.
This is just one example showing how a kit lens manufactured with some compromises doesn't match up to a better lens.
Except that most people are not interested in shooting IR!
Feb 19, 2015 10:01:03 #
graybeard wrote:
I have 40+ years in using 35mm film SLR's, and my ... (show quote)
There is no question that Canon's L series glass is better than their "kit"lenses. However unless your'e a pro, or have a pro level camera the kit lenses will work just fine on your T3. Whats more is that any one who looks down on your gear is a snob and derserves no attention. MHO
Feb 19, 2015 10:02:30 #
tomeveritt wrote:
Good Morning (in hiding) Graybeard br br Most Nik... (show quote)
I have just been back over the last 3 pages to find out what prompted this comment and cannot find anything at all! Why is it that some Nikon owners seem to feel everyone is slighting them? I don't see it happening with Canon, Olympus, Pentax etc owners. :roll:
Feb 19, 2015 10:16:29 #
graybeard wrote:
I see a lot of references to "Kit" lenses, often with an inference that they are in someway inferior. Can anyone shed any light on this? Thanks
I bought my first SLR with a kit lens. After a few months I replaced it with some high quality lenses and threw the it lens away. The images are so much better with better glass.
Feb 19, 2015 10:26:27 #
St3v3M wrote:
Unless you've changed the settings in the camera you are shooting in JPG.
JPG images are fine for most people and it's only when you need more that you might consider moving to RAW.
There are pros and cons to everything in life. S-
JPG images are fine for most people and it's only when you need more that you might consider moving to RAW.
There are pros and cons to everything in life. S-
Indeed! and neither is the be all and end all of existence.
Feb 19, 2015 10:32:45 #
Ralloh wrote:
That is utter nonsense. All I have are the two "kit lenses" that came with my D3100. I go manual a lot. Don't make those of us who can not afford a lens that costs a thousand plus dollars such rank amateurs that they will never progress past a Point and Shoot.
And by the way, I have some excellent shots with my lenses. Most of what makes good photography comes from what's between your ears.
And by the way, I have some excellent shots with my lenses. Most of what makes good photography comes from what's between your ears.
Feb 19, 2015 10:35:34 #
Hey Ralloh I'm with you, my kit lenses are sharp. Not gonna pay all that money. Not gonna sell pictures anyway.
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