| Author | Message | ||
     Bads1 |
For you guys that are of interest of photography. I need to purchase a lens for my Canon. What I'm looking for is something that I could use like a..... good all around lens. Good for like car shows,in the pits at races...taking pics of racers or there bikes. Also maybe a wider angle?? | ||
| Kdan |
What kinda Canon? I just bought the Gurl 2 lenses for x-mas. I like online shopping here - www.47stphoto.com | ||
| U4euh |
What do you have now? I have an USM 23-55, a 2X convertor, and also a 75-300. 2x w/the 55 and a wide angle would be great for car show, pits. If you can get close enough to the track it would probably work also, if not then go bigger. | ||
| Kdan |
I just picked up a el-cheapo Optek brand 80-500 w/ a 2x converter. We'll see how that works, but for the money it should be worth a shot. No auto focus though. She also got a 75-300 Sigma which is really nice. These pictures were taken from the nose bleed section at the Georgia Dome with a 55-200 last year.    | ||
| Edstevens |
Bads1 I use a Sigma Zoom 28-200mm and is very compact. Sigma now makes the same size in a 28-300mm Zoom. I also have a Sigma 50-500mm but it is a beast and is just about a tripod only lens. The 28-300mm is a great size for an all around lens. | ||
| Brineusaf |
I have the Sigma APO DG 75-300 MACRO - very good lens IMO. (have 3x converter on way) the Sigma along with the Canon Kit lens IMO is a very competent collection. | ||
| Bads1 |
Thanks guys but you guys are giving me lenses that are great and Dandy but still you would have to be 15 to 20 feet away just to get a pic of a bike that would completely fill the screen. What I need is something that is good when conditions are crowded and you need to get the shot. So I was thinking something wide angle..... but what?? | ||
| Brineusaf |
A wide angle lens isn't neccessary for capturing a large scene - but this depends how hard you want to work. I'll try to post a picture tonight of a picture i have that i took with the kit lens. Dana - have you gone to the track yet with the camera? | ||
| Court |
One of the assembled Elves in New York City bought a LOT of camera gear during the holiday. One of the great acquisitions was the NEW EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens. New York City is the photo capital of the world. I use Alkit, but J&R, B&H, Adromeda and hundreds of others are within blocks of my office. One sure sign, shopping in NYC, is if the place is located in the Union Square area, generally about 13th Street (where PhotoTech - the USA's best source of lens repair and rebuilding) to 19th Street. That's where all the pro processing and supply labs are. NYC is a Nikon City and I'm currently driving a pair of Nikons, backed up with 3 Minolta film bodies (1-Tri-X pan, the other two 160 portrait film) but from what I have seen the Canon is the better camera. The advantage is that NYC is a "Nikon City" and you can get anything 24/7. I needed a high end lens, that had tipped over on it's face from a tripod, rebuilt last week. Dropped it off in the morning, picked it up at 2:30PM. Take a close look at the Canon lens, there are some killer rebates and deals right now. | ||
| Bads1 |
Thanks Court. Kyle, I haven't used my 75-300 but at the Drag strip. It worked very well but when you got in the pits it was just a bit much.I found myself backing up a ways to get my shot and wrestling even more with people walking in front of the lens. Where as with a quality smaller lens it would be easier. My 75-300 will be nice to take shots of the riders in action. The kit lens is well...... I don't know all right I suppose but it lacks. I'd like more. | ||
| Jackbequick |
Bads1, I just put a EF-S 17-85mm IS USM lens on my Rebel (D300) to replace the 18-55mm lens that it came with. This gives me a lens that is, in 35mm film terms, about a 27-140mm zoom lens. I've taken a hundred or so shots with it in various lightings and situations and am real happy with it. Have not used it on any high speed stuff like at the track yet. It was not cheap ($470) but it is a good lens. Here are some recent visitors:   That bear cub was orphaned this summer and we don't know if he'll be smart enough to hibernate because their mothers usually get them through their first winter. He's not likely to make it through the winter if he does not hibernate, he'll probably starve. Sad thing but not much you can do about it. I wonder if Daves needs another dog... :>  Jack | ||
| Brineusaf |
Guess I forgot to post that picture... my apologies. I will try to tonight again. IMO the kit lens is a about worth it's weight, my friend has some L glass and it's nice... but then again so it the price tag. If I need a low # zoom I use the kit, and when I need to reach out a bit more I just attach the Sigma. Your going to have deal with people almost always, especially at public events. Have you tried to elevate yourself at all above the crowd (standing on curb, gaurdrail)? | ||
| Brineusaf |
http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1 031&message=21463925 few examples, as well as an ongoing contest | ||
| Brineusaf |
 Ignore the flaws of this photo, I didn't have time to post process yet. The full version looks much better, but it is 11.7mb and very very wide. BUT... this IS the kit lens.. and is a 180 degree view of the Christmas Market in Nurnburg, Germany. | ||
| Bads1 |
I think I found what I want. Tried it today and I think it'll fit the bill. I really liked the image stabilizer.  | ||
| Jackbequick |
Bads, That's a nice looking lens, is that a Canon EF series? What camera are you using that on? Jack | ||
| Bads1 |
Jack its on a Canon Rebel XT. Did a couple shot with that lens earlier today and its a nice piece. Yes it is a EF series. | ||
| 99buellx1 |
I keep telling you man, read here: http://www.the-digital-picture.com I think it is one of the best Canon lens review sites on the net. My recommendation: As Jack posted, the EF-S 17-85 IS.  As he mentiones it will be like a 27-137mm. The one you posted would be a 45-216mm. This is based on the 1.6 crop, you can read about that here. Hence, if you are looking to do some close range shooting you will like the closer focal range afforded by the EF-S lens. I have a friend that has this lens, and it is very nice. Well built and quite sharp. | ||
| Bads1 |
Craig I'm taking that lens in consideration still. I'd like to check the lens out just as you have with your friends. I'm purchasing from a different store other then the one I tested that lens today. They will have the 17-85 n the store I just need to get over there to look and check it out. | ||
| 99buellx1 |
A couple shots that he has taken with the EF-S 17-85 IS:   These were all I could find on short notice. | ||
| Bads1 |
Craig the only thing I don't like about it is that it won't stop action shots unless it has lots of light. The 28-135 will. Whats your take?? | ||
| 99buellx1 |
You're only looking at a difference of a 3.5-5.6 and a 4.0-5.6, not gonna make a huge difference. The one redeeming factor for both of these lenses in that department is the addition of IS, the IS gives a 2-3 stop savings. |
