Lens questions
Apr 29, 2017 07:43:32 #
Most of your photos will probably be of sweeping vistas or something fairly close. So a simple "prime" lens in the 50mm range - or maybe 35mm for more wide-angle shots - will probably work great for you. And if you get Photoshop Elements or a similar program you can always crop your photos to emphasize what you want. The longer lenses would be most useful for wildlife.
Apr 29, 2017 07:48:40 #
When I read the original post I had vision of me bounceing around on a horse with my camera wasn't pretty
Apr 29, 2017 07:51:21 #
easy8 wrote:
When I read the original post I had vision of me bounceing around on a horse with my camera wasn't pretty
I'm not a horse rider, but that's what I pictured.
Apr 29, 2017 07:56:11 #
J2e wrote:
Perhaps it is you who should read the OP.
"....but I want to get better shots using my new camera."
She said nothing about getting a better point and shoot.
"....but I want to get better shots using my new camera."
She said nothing about getting a better point and shoot.
Yes, - read the WHOLE OP - all of it - and then THINK about it ......
Apr 29, 2017 08:02:01 #
Without getting into camera vs lens vs confusion. What more do you want. How are you processing the image. Processing the image after taking it may make a significant difference. Also, a polarizing filter and learning how to use it andwhen it will help or hinder depending on the lighting. You are in beautiful locations and the camera and taking a photo are only part of the equation. There is such a difference between the potential final result and out of the camera that it might be a help to explore some of the options in taking a great image in camera and making that image pop. The potential for the final image rests in your hands after you have taken the shot.
Good luck. Enjoy the ride.
Good luck. Enjoy the ride.
Apr 29, 2017 08:04:40 #
You may have read it but she never mentioned getting a better point and shoot.
Apr 29, 2017 08:10:24 #
Welcome! As a newer photo enthusiast, I would say there first post is the most accurate. A 35mm or 50mm 1.8 would do you well as a small discreet addition to your kit. I would strongly suggest an camera harness. Look on Amazon for ideas op/tech is pretty good and fiscally appealing.
Beyond that you can get anything you want if your prepared to spend some money.
Good luck and enjoy the ride.....and the camera!
Beyond that you can get anything you want if your prepared to spend some money.
Good luck and enjoy the ride.....and the camera!
Apr 29, 2017 08:32:23 #
Jaackil
Loc: Massachusetts
imagemeister wrote:
Maybe you should read the question - ALL of it ....
Apparently the only one who hasn't read the question is you! The question is clearly stated New lens suggestion for new DSLR or keep shooting with the Point and shoot they already own. But apparently you want to answer the question you want asked not the actual question.
Apr 29, 2017 08:36:36 #
CindyHouk wrote:
The D5300 came with the kit lens of 18-55mm lens but I am wanting something more low profile and one that I don't need to extend. Attached is one picture that I took with the Nikon Coolpix S9700 but I want to get better shots using my new camera.
Instead of having my binoculars strapped to my chest - I plan on having the camera. What do you all think?
The D5300 came with the kit lens of 18-55mm lens but I am wanting something more low profile and one that I don't need to extend. Attached is one picture that I took with the Nikon Coolpix S9700 but I want to get better shots using my new camera.
Instead of having my binoculars strapped to my chest - I plan on having the camera. What do you all think?
Seems to me you are asking two different questions. Going by the pic you posted to get more you would have to go wider than 18mm. So that would call for a wide angle, 10 or 12mm zoom? To replace the binoculars you would need a long lens 200mm or better. The zooms in that range could be a problem getting sharp images from the back of a horse.
For me I would be concentrating of the vistas, not wildlife, at first. With that in mind I would choose the wide angle zoom or a 28 or 35mm prime.
Apr 29, 2017 08:44:16 #
CindyHouk wrote:
Attached is one picture that I took with the Nikon Coolpix S9700 but I want to get better shots
Instead of having my binoculars strapped to my chest - I plan on having the camera. What do you all think? Will that work with this type of camera or should I still use the small point and shoot?
Instead of having my binoculars strapped to my chest - I plan on having the camera. What do you all think? Will that work with this type of camera or should I still use the small point and shoot?
This was the wording that impressed ME. Again, riding a horse, and on my person, I would not use a DSLR - I would use a "better" P&S tho ..... and I would definitely want a zoom lens of some kind on whatever camera I had - not a short prime cropped if needed - tho that can work - but then you are back to the quality of the P&S.
Apr 29, 2017 08:47:31 #
...I love my NikonAF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR ...its super quiet auto-focus also makes it ideal for video when you also want to here the sound of waterfalls...
Apr 29, 2017 08:51:58 #
Jaackil wrote:
Apparently the only one who hasn't read the question is you! The question is clearly stated New lens suggestion for new DSLR or keep shooting with the Point and shoot they already own. But apparently you want to answer the question you want asked not the actual question.
Even IF this were true - why would you get upset over it ?? - It happens everyday on UHH - get over it !
Apr 29, 2017 08:57:40 #
In my opinion, the 35mm 1.8 would be very useful for Cindy. It is lightweight and can gather in lots of light in a darker situation. Riding on horseback, it would be rather cumbersome to carry a dslr with a heavy lens.
Apr 29, 2017 09:01:39 #
Apr 29, 2017 09:09:03 #
CindyHouk wrote:
I ride horses a lot thru the spring/summer into th... (show quote)
I forgot to say welcome to our group. You will find very nice people who want nothing more than to help and encourage you. I have been a member just a few months and find this group to be knowledgeable and helpful. Once again, happy riding and welcome into the world of country photography
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