I've been working on a list of "100 Places I'd Rather Be Than in the Office". It stems from people asking me what I'm going to do with all that time if, as I plan, I retire at the young age of 55. I always reply, "If you can't think of 100 places you'd rather than in the office I feel bad for you".

While working on the list, I realize that many of the locations I list are places I'd like to photograph. With all that said give me 3 places you'd like to photograph.

I'll start:
1) Yellowstone (was there in 1996 before digital and would love to go back again)
2) Ireland (The Motherland and I'd love to see and photograph it)
3) A Patriots home game from the sidelines

OK your turn...money is no object, where you going?

Hi Shelly,

If you are seriously thinking about buying a DSLR and good lenses. You may like to think about which manufacturer you may , or may not, have preference for. I have been a Canon user for many years and can vouch for their reliability. Secondly, when it comes to which lens(s) to buy. A good starting point is a short telephoto. Canon make dozens of lens of differing focal lengths. However, without question, if funds allow go for the 'L' series. the image quality is second to none, unfortunately, like most things in life you get what you pay for. The L lens cost considerably more than the standard lens, but the important bit is that piece of glass at the front. I have yet to find any other lens that can compare to the L series.
Another point to consider is what size prints are you most likely to want. A small APC size sensor is adequate for prints upto A3, a full frame sensor ( roughly equal to a 35mm negative) will enable you print photos to a much larger size.
I strongly suggest that you do not hurry into making a decision, do your research, go to different dealers and hold the cameras , see the effect that different lenses have, and of course who will do the best deals.
There isn't much point in considering a camera that has all the bells and whistles if you do not need them.
Just to reitterate, seriously consider the best quality lens you can afford. a good lens will give you years of trouble free use and also give you the best possible image quality. Good luck and I hope to see some of you photos here on UHH... Norman