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RE: Canon EOS model cameras

IPT — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 23:00:53 GMT

Canon has the 50mm f1.8 that is only like 70$, tack sharp, and light in weight. Like Anthony said the "L" glass is the best. Don't skimp on the glass. The 40D is an awesome Camera. I started with a 10D and was happy, skipping the new generations until the 5D with the full sensor came out. The new best thing will always be around the corner but that won't make what you already have any less capable of doing the task you had it for in the first place. Unless you are the type to need/want the newest best thing the 40D should last for a L O N G time.

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

Anthony Calfo — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 02:01:33 GMT

many photogs end up with three lenses... 1) a wide angle, 2) a telephoto and 3) a macro

Your strongest interests will determine the order you buy lenses in :p

Unless you are hardcore focussed on one type of subject, you will not likely need the macro or telephoto at first. You more likely need a walk-about "all purpose" lens.

For Canon... I suggest the 50mm prime lense for 1:1 ration (great for portraiture and within room distance images)... or maybe you can afford the 17-40mm Wide angle ( a popular walk about lens... though heavier)

See recent chats about macro lenses in this forum to compare diffs.

For telephoto... save and buy the best that you can afford. It will be so worth it! Get L glass in Canon if you can.

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

Spracklcat — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:11:51 GMT

I have a new Canon 50mm 1.4 lens which is good for portraiture. I am still getting used to not having any zoom (which I used a lot to adjust the composition of shots) but it takes beautiful pics. FWIW though, I am purely a newbie when it comes to photography Steve, so take my comments with a grain of salt

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

Umm_fish — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 15:33:20 GMT

Steve--The 100mm/2.8 is a macro lens but it can be used for basic portraiture work. You have to be a little farther away from your subject with that lens than you would with most portrait lenses, but it's not that big a deal. It doesn't give you any zoom at all, though, as that isn't what it's for.

I would upgrade the flash right off the bat.

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

CTReefer — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 07:45:26 GMT

Anthony or anyone: What type of lenses would you suggest purchasing for the Canon 40D? I was thinking of the 100mm 2.8 lens & a basic telephoto for general type photography. I don't really need to be able to zoom in on far away object however. I would also consider a basic type portrait lens. What other "accessories" would be necessary or worth having? Any thoughts will be appreciated.

Steve

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

CTReefer — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 08:41:43 GMT

Hi Andy: Thanks for that info! Labman has the 40D & posted in Anthony's forum below. I have asked him for additional info as well. The 40D appears to be quite a photog machine for sure. My only concern is that I spend the big bucks on it & in 3 months they come out with someting even more astounding that I would have to have! Can't win I'm afraid...

Steve

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

Umm_fish — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 22:02:07 GMT

I love my 20D, but I am seriously tempted by the current upgrade. I have a seriously unfortunate issue with my microscope setup in that my trinocular camera mount doesn't focus exactly where the binocular lenses do. I would kill for the live mode feature and the larger LCD.

As far as the 20D goes, I've just been delighted with it and I really believe that Canon has this stuff down. Especially once I started using the 100mm/f2.8 macro lens.

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

CTReefer — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:41:16 GMT

Thanks for your input Anthony & I suspected that's what you were going to say. I am very surprised that your camera made it through a dip in the ocean. Canon quality for sure.

I am interested in hearing other comments as well........

Steve

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

Anthony Calfo — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 22:06:14 GMT

no worries my friend

I dont have much here to add other than I am a big fan of Canon bodies for aquarium photography specifically (I feel their software is truly superior to even Nikon for our purposes)

I shoot with a 20D that I am so delighted with that I have passed(!) on an offer to upgrade to a 30D.

I also bought my fiance the 400D/XTi and do believe shes a fan now too (the XTi is a great camera for folks that cannot afford the aluminum body pro series models)

These are the cameras we do my book and magazine photography with. I have even submerged my 20D in the SOuth Pacific (ahem... without an underwater housing!) and nearly did the same in the Indian Ocean (I get a little too comfy exploring intertidal zones ). My camera was unphased after a drying out and pro cleaning. Its a workhorse.

RE: Canon EOS model cameras

CTReefer — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 19:28:36 GMT

OOPS! Sorry but I see I have posted this in the wrong forum. Anthony, feel free to move it.....

Steve

Canon EOS model cameras

CTReefer — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 19:25:35 GMT

Hi All: I have been thinking about purchasing a Canon EOS 40D DSLR camera. Have been reading reviews of this camera on various online camera sites. I was curious to know if anyone has any experience with this model camera & how they like the practical operation of this camera?

Any Pros & Cons would be appreciated. I am planning on using the camera for general photography as well as perhaps purchasing a housing for under water use as well. What are your thoughts?? Thanks.

Steve