DSLR Camera Questions =)

[BonBon]

Originally Posted by Britster

Thanks for the links Lenora!

I'm looking at the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens on ebay right now and it's 2 days left to bid. The buy it now's are all around $160. I've heard it's a pretty good lenses so I think I may do it since it seems to be the cheapest. It's 4x zoom but do you think it's better than the kit lenses all around or basically the same?

Brit, read the reviews on this lens from Amazon (scroll down to almost the bottom of the page). It looks like a better lens would be the one with USM for about the same price.

Amazon.com: Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III...

[Breny]

Originally Posted by vviccles1

Is this Dylan? I also shop from Qvc. Everything from food top yap wraps (harnessesses,just not jewlery anymore.Great picture by the way with your new camera!

Yes thats Dylan!

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by Britster

I need suggestions, guys! I'm clueless....

I've got the Canon Rebel XS. What is the best second lenses to purchase? I've only got the kit lens still which works great, but what's the next level up? I want something that's not so huge but maybe blurs the background a bit more, so I would need wider aperture? Right? lol, this is all so new to me. Suggestions please! I also don't want anything that's going to break the bank lol.

Hi Brit .

Honestly, I think you're the best person to answer that, and I know it gets confusing bc I've been there. I'll tell you my situation.

I have the D90 (used to have the D40). For lenses, I have the Nikkor 18-105mm VR (beautiful, fab lens), a Nikkor 60mm prime Macro, a Sigma HSM 30mm prime (used for D40, no longer using), and a Nikkor 50mm Prime. {btw, "prime" = non-zooming}

The cheapest lens? The last one, about $100. Which one is on my camera at almost ALL times? The last one. Zooms are super fun, and super attractive - and yep, you can use them for a million things, don't get me wrong. But, they are light-hogs and therefore, can be limiting too - and, they can't really give you the control that a Prime lens (non-zooming lens) can give you, in terms of aperture....if you're into that sort of thing (controlling the f-stop, "blurring" the background, aka "bokeh").

That said, some folks might say the opposite of me, they like to have a smaller, compact zoom on their camera at all times. And it's all good - everyone is different! I will say...almost everyone who has been around DSLRs for awhile buys a Prime lens (either 50mm or the more expensive 85mm) and it really becomes an essential lens to their kit too.

Maybe just consider what it is you're wanting to do right now w/ your pics/camera...and you should find your answer in there somewhere, ya know? Sheesh I hope all that made sense....

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Hi Brit .

Honestly, I think you're the best person to answer that, and I know it gets confusing bc I've been there. I'll tell you my situation.

I have the D90 (used to have the D40). For lenses, I have the Nikkor 18-105mm VR (beautiful, fab lens), a Nikkor 60mm prime Macro, a Sigma HSM 30mm prime (used for D40, no longer using), and a Nikkor 50mm Prime. {btw, "prime" = non-zooming}

The cheapest lens? The last one, about $100. Which one is on my camera at almost ALL times? The last one. Zooms are super fun, and super attractive - and yep, you can use them for a million things, don't get me wrong. But, they are light-hogs and therefore, can be limiting too - and, they can't really give you the control that a Prime lens (non-zooming lens) can give you, in terms of aperture....if you're into that sort of thing (controlling the f-stop, "blurring" the background, aka "bokeh").

That said, some folks might say the opposite of me, they like to have a smaller, compact zoom on their camera at all times. And it's all good - everyone is different! I will say...almost everyone who has been around DSLRs for awhile buys a Prime lens (either 50mm or the more expensive 85mm) and it really becomes an essential lens to their kit too.

Maybe just consider what it is you're wanting to do right now w/ your pics/camera...and you should find your answer in there somewhere, ya know? Sheesh I hope all that made sense....

I agree 100% 50 is my next lens i want. I also want a macro Len's. But i am sure i will use my zoom the most since i love taking pictures of wildlife & the moon & such It's all up to what your going to take picture's of.

[Breny]

We had a nice day here today in Michigan. So I took the kids outside and thought I'd take a "couple" pictures

I came in and I took 431

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by Breny

We had a nice day here today in Michigan. So I took the kids outside and thought I'd take a "couple" pictures

I came in and I took 431

Welcome to the darkside!! LOL Please post some!

[Breny]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

Welcome to the darkside!! LOL Please post some!

LoL - I have to resize. I didn't get many good ones darn it. But I will post a couple

[tjdmom]

Lets see some of them!

[browniesmom622]

Originally Posted by Breny

LoL - I have to resize. I didn't get many good ones darn it. But I will post a couple

How do you resize?

I use photobucket then just copy the link &
Then come here click Manage attachments & put the http In Upload File from a URL.

[YorkieLovin79]

I LOVE this thread however my checking account doesn't. I had to get the Canon T1i and now I just went on amazon and got the 75-300 lens. You ladies have to stop posting these great pics and tips, you're killing me! LOL

[yorkiepaws]

Originally Posted by YorkieLovin79

I LOVE this thread however my checking account doesn't. I had to get the Canon T1i and now I just went on amazon and got the 75-300 lens. You ladies have to stop posting these great pics and tips, you're killing me! LOL

Can't wait to hear how you like this lens and to see your pics. I know what you mean about the checking account. I think lenses could be addictive!!!

[Breny]

Originally Posted by tjdmom

Lets see some of them!

OK here are some here http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/my-...ml#post2881097

And I'll attach some here

Check out the goofy face I caught LoL

I didn't get any great action pics ...they didn't turn out as clear as I wanted

[Breny]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

How do you resize?

I use photobucket then just copy the link &
Then come here click Manage attachments & put the http In Upload File from a URL.

I use Photoshop and just resize them to the 640x480 and upload them here

[Breezeaway]

These photos were taken with my zoom. I do alot of horse shows and the zoom works great for also getting them in action. Also my zoom on the birds.

[Breny]

Originally Posted by Breezeaway

These photos were taken with my zoom. I do alot of horse shows and the zoom works great for also getting them in action. Also my zoom on the birds.

GREAT shots! I love my zoom too because I catch the best pics of my dogs since I don't have to be close to them...they dont even know I'm taking the picture so I get good shots. all my pics are taken with my zoom