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pmpkn087
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Photography people
Is a 70-300 mm lense too advance for a beginner?
Or should I get the 50-200 mm?
Right now I have the regular 18-55 lense that came with the camera and want to get a much better lense.
TIA 
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Posted 10/5/07 10:39 AM  |
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MrsMessina
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Re: Photography people
50mm is like seeing with your own eyes. I think you should figure out what you'd use the higher zoom for. I use my digitals (one of which is an SLR) on a daily basis but only pull the SLR out for special occasions or when we go on vacation to Fl or somewhere that I know I'll want to photograph stuff far away (ie the shamu show from high up in the stadium).
Personally I'd go with the larger of the 2 since you could still keep your regular lens that you already have on there for photographing events/things right in front of you- where you wouldn't need much zoom. HTH!
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| Posted 10/5/07 10:42 AM |
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CunningOne
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Re: Photography people
I have an 28-80 mm and a 70-300. I use them about equally, however, I am looking for one in the middle. The 70-300 is good when we are outside and the kids are running around, but that's about it. I want a 18-200, but its too much 
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| Posted 10/5/07 10:50 AM |
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pmpkn087
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Re: Photography people
Posted by MrsMessina
50mm is like seeing with your own eyes. I think you should figure out what you'd use the higher zoom for. I use my digitals (one of which is an SLR) on a daily basis but only pull the SLR out for special occasions or when we go on vacation to Fl or somewhere that I know I'll want to photograph stuff far away (ie the shamu show from high up in the stadium).
Personally I'd go with the larger of the 2 since you could still keep your regular lens that you already have on there for photographing events/things right in front of you- where you wouldn't need much zoom. HTH!
Thank you very much! I have a powershot, but don't use it anymore since getting the SLR. So, I use the SLR for EVERYTHING! I take a lot of shots from far away and wish I could get closer. We go on some hikes and things like that, so I'm not always able to get close to things. So, I think I will take your advice and get the larger one. Thanks!!!
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| Posted 10/5/07 10:50 AM |
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~Colleen~
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Re: Photography people
A 70-300 is a big, heavy lens (at least in Canon it is)...so you ideally need a larger camera body for stability/balance unless you're using a tripod (or standing against a wall) a lot.
I think up to 200 is a great, versatile lens especially when starting out.
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| Posted 10/5/07 10:51 AM |
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greenfreak
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Re: Photography people
It really depends on how you use it. I knew I would be taking a lot of zoom shots of birds and flowers and stuff, so I got a Tamron 70-300 zoom + macro lens.
But it's a PITA when you want to take pictures of people standing right in front of you. Because then you have to change lenses, which may result in getting lint and debris inside the camera.
I have a 17-70 kit lens with the camera too which is fine for people pictures.
If you're not sure, try the Tamron because they're cheaper and if you don't like it/use it, it won't be a big loss.
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| Posted 10/5/07 10:53 AM |
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neenie
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Re: Photography people
Posted by greenfreak
so I got a Tamron 70-300 zoom + macro lens.
But it's a PITA when you want to take pictures of people standing right in front of you. Because then you have to change lenses, which may result in getting lint and debris inside the camera.
If you're not sure, try the Tamron because they're cheaper and if you don't like it/use it, it won't be a big loss.
agree on all points.
I'm still a beginner... got my SLR in november of last year- i wanted to practice first and make sure i was 'into it' and learned the basics of my camera, and then just last month (for my bday) got the 70-300mm lens.
I'm still learning and getting the hang of it, but i LOVE being able to zoom.. that was the one thing i hated about the SLR compared to my other digital camera- that limitation... but having that lens is great!
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| Posted 10/5/07 1:10 PM |
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Anniegrl
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Re: Photography people
I use my 70 - 300mm lens a ton. I don't tend to take any up close pictures though. Most of the time I'm outside with it.
Only bad thing about it is lugging it around. I have an awesome Lowepro camera backpack though that holds 4 lenses plus the camera body.
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| Posted 10/5/07 1:31 PM |
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greenfreak
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Right - they can add some weight to your camera bag.
If you're zooming to 300 also, you probably should have a monopod or tripod handy too. My hand is just not steady enough, and the anti-shake technology doesn't help me much there. 
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| Posted 10/5/07 1:47 PM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Photography people
Posted by neenie
Posted by greenfreak
so I got a Tamron 70-300 zoom + macro lens.
But it's a PITA when you want to take pictures of people standing right in front of you. Because then you have to change lenses, which may result in getting lint and debris inside the camera.
If you're not sure, try the Tamron because they're cheaper and if you don't like it/use it, it won't be a big loss.
agree on all points.
I'm still a beginner... got my SLR in november of last year- i wanted to practice first and make sure i was 'into it' and learned the basics of my camera, and then just last month (for my bday) got the 70-300mm lens.
I'm still learning and getting the hang of it, but i LOVE being able to zoom.. that was the one thing i hated about the SLR compared to my other digital camera- that limitation... but having that lens is great!
I agree also but would add that I have the 18-200mm on my B&H wish list.
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| Posted 10/5/07 2:19 PM |
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JenniferEver
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Re: Photography people
I have 28-80 and 70-300
I wouldn't say it's too "advanced" for anyone. it's just a lens. I have gotten amazing close up pictures of sporting events, animals at the zoo, concerts, etc with my tele.
I'd also wonder what you mean by better lens?More zoom?
A longer lens just bring different challenges as everyone said. more chance for camera shake, and of course you may miss closer shots if you're shooting in a mixed environment. Just be very careful to brace yourself and/or use a tripod, or just make sure you use a fast shutter speed.
Good luck!
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| Posted 10/5/07 3:05 PM |
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greenfreak
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Re: Photography people
Posted by nrthshgrl
I agree also but would add that I have the 18-200mm on my B&H wish list.
Heh. I looked those up a while ago but that's a pipe dream for me right now.
It's amazing how expensive they are.
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