Posts for: Sark17
Apr 26, 2020 09:47:54 #
Thank you so much for your kind words! I think he will be happy with it! He’s only had a cell phone to take photos with and that phone is certainly not one that is taking super great photos! He’s already studying! He’s so excited! This is his set up! I’m so excited to give it to him!
Architect1776 wrote:
That is a wonderful gift. br with no IS there is ... (show quote)
Apr 26, 2020 09:09:00 #
Hi Jason! How do you like it?! He’s got the big, huge beanbags for the roof of the truck and the truck is always off, so similar to a tripod in the stability aspect. Curious your thoughts on the lens :)
JasonC wrote:
I have that Sigma 50 to 500mm lens and it's big and heavy and requires additional support.
Perhaps dense foam or pipe insulation wrapped around the support-foot would allow the user to then rest the foot on the edge of the window frame or most any other horizontal solid object. Steve Perry's suggestion is to place the foam on the vehicle, but then that restricts where you can support the camera.
Jason
Perhaps dense foam or pipe insulation wrapped around the support-foot would allow the user to then rest the foot on the edge of the window frame or most any other horizontal solid object. Steve Perry's suggestion is to place the foam on the vehicle, but then that restricts where you can support the camera.
Jason
Apr 26, 2020 08:01:09 #
Oh no way!!! That’s awesome!! THANK YOU!!! How wonderful! I’m not sure when we will be able to meet up, but I’m right over across from Aqualand basically! Maybe we can meet by boat this summer! I’ll PM you so we can save each other’s info!
saparoo wrote:
We are also neighbors...I'm in Cumming on Lake Lanier. I have an old tripod that I will donate, no shipping involved!!!
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 13:13:49 #
That’s AWESOME to hear!!!
Longshadow wrote:
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 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 12:20:03 #
I guess a better way to ask is: is there a camera body that costs less than $250 (used is fine) that can compensate for a lens without OS?
Apr 25, 2020 12:09:22 #
Oh cool! I’m actually OTP - flowery branch - Lake Lanier area! What hart of town are you in?
Screamin Scott wrote:
To the OP, I see we are neighbors.... I live OTP though. I'm assuming you live ITP ?
Apr 25, 2020 12:07:29 #
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!
John_F wrote:
Since your friend is a beginner and the kit is free your only cost is shipping. Have you thought of a good, readable-for-a-beginner book for his learning. Maybe there is some other Hogger that has a spare and serviable tripod to throw in. As your friend is overseas he won’t be competition business-wise, no.
Apr 25, 2020 12:05:57 #
Yeah it’s definitely older, but I told him that and he cried he was so excited! I’ll have him start reading now! I’ll be bringing it to him in September (if this pandemic allows for travel by then). Thanks for the advice!
CHG_CANON wrote:
It's your money. It's your decision. It you let the UHH community spend your money, nothing you have will ever be good enough to their standards.
The proposed set-up has the benefit of being free. Although both the camera and lens are 'old' in an April 2020 sense, they're a fine set-up for this trip as well as for ongoing everyday wild-life photography.
What is also free is practice and learning, something your friend should begin in preparation.
The proposed set-up has the benefit of being free. Although both the camera and lens are 'old' in an April 2020 sense, they're a fine set-up for this trip as well as for ongoing everyday wild-life photography.
What is also free is practice and learning, something your friend should begin in preparation.
Apr 25, 2020 11:39:07 #
Hello! I’m looking for some advice. I have a friend that lives in Africa and is a safari guide. He has tons of opportunity to take incredible photos, but has never had a “real camera”, only his phone.
I have an old Canon Rebel T2i I plan to give him, and was looking for a decent lens to pair it with. I found the Sigma 50-500, (I wanted him to have ONE lens with as much range as possible), it’s the Sigma Ex 50-500mm 4-6.3 APO lens for Canon (NOT OS).
After talking with the amazing woman selling it, and telling her why I wanted it, she ended up just giving it to me which was so awesome and generous!!
My question: the camera doesn’t have OS, the lens doesn’t have OS, is this THAT much of an issue? He will likely use bean bags on the roof of his truck. Or, if it IS an issue, what is the most affordable canon camera body that does have OS? I was looking at the T5 and T7, but I don’t know much about them.
I just want to give him a solid set up because - 1) he’s never had one 2) he will likely not have another one for a long time and 3) he won’t have send back/repair options.
What do you think? My budget for this is not great, so I’m not looking for the newest, nicest, just something that’s good and has what he needs :)
Thanks in advance for any advice!
I have an old Canon Rebel T2i I plan to give him, and was looking for a decent lens to pair it with. I found the Sigma 50-500, (I wanted him to have ONE lens with as much range as possible), it’s the Sigma Ex 50-500mm 4-6.3 APO lens for Canon (NOT OS).
After talking with the amazing woman selling it, and telling her why I wanted it, she ended up just giving it to me which was so awesome and generous!!
My question: the camera doesn’t have OS, the lens doesn’t have OS, is this THAT much of an issue? He will likely use bean bags on the roof of his truck. Or, if it IS an issue, what is the most affordable canon camera body that does have OS? I was looking at the T5 and T7, but I don’t know much about them.
I just want to give him a solid set up because - 1) he’s never had one 2) he will likely not have another one for a long time and 3) he won’t have send back/repair options.
What do you think? My budget for this is not great, so I’m not looking for the newest, nicest, just something that’s good and has what he needs :)
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Mar 11, 2020 12:46:54 #
Mar 10, 2020 16:16:02 #
Thank you!! I think I’ll be visiting amboseli soon (hopefully!) I hear it’s beautiful!!
fbeaston wrote:
Great shots Sark17 ... thank you for sharing them. I just got back from Kenya & like you, had a ball.
Mar 10, 2020 11:40:56 #
On a recent trip to Tanzania, I got to see so many truly amazing animals! It was like heaven on earth being able to be in their presence, in their natural habitat, during baby season especially! Here are just a few of my favorites! If anyone is interested in seeing more, I am posting them on my Instagram page if you are on there! I am @dogchick17 ☺️
