[Trum_15]

yeah it doesn't really bother me that its manual focus only, since thats what i use 90% of the time.

[Chris@RegencyPB]

Nobben#44 - Mine to But I am almost positive that the 50mm 1.8 E pancake lens cant auto focus even with a camera body that has the screw drive.

This post has been edited by Chris@RegencyPB: 06 January 2012 - 07:28 PM

[blueminishooter]

I'm trying to decide on what lense to get next. Any suggestions? Reasons why would be helpful as well!

Stig---I use Smugmug a well. Pro version is definitely worth it man!

This post has been edited by blueminishooter: 06 January 2012 - 07:50 PM

[Chris@RegencyPB]

You have the kit lens now right? If so I would recommend a prime lens. (50mm/35mm) Having an aperture of 1.8 really helps alot with low light conditions. Having it at a set focal length really makes you think about each shot . They are also great for portraits!

This post has been edited by Chris@RegencyPB: 06 January 2012 - 08:01 PM

[blueminishooter]

That's what I was thinking. Something entertaining that makes for unique shots.
VVVVVVVV


Like this

This post has been edited by blueminishooter: 06 January 2012 - 08:04 PM

[Chris@RegencyPB]

Plus with such a low price they cant be beat I just got the kits lens (18-55) and the 55-200mm in the mail yesterday and I do have to say its nice to have the kit lens. The 50mm is very nice but it does limit what you can get in your shot. For example I was experimenting with long exposure star pictures and I was trying to get a shot where the whole house was in focus but you could still see lots of stars over top of it and this is what the end result was, ( I wasnt able to get very much of the house at all)
Photobucket resized the picture I will try again in alittle

This post has been edited by Chris@RegencyPB: 06 January 2012 - 08:25 PM

[blueminishooter]

That's what I got with my 55-200 as well. Very similar results. Doesn't look bad, but like you said, limited view.

Here is a 35mm as well.

35mm

Which would you say is better? the 50mm or the 35mm?

[Chris@RegencyPB]

The difference is just in the focal lengths. I say try both out with your kit lens, put the lens on 35mm go out and shoot and then do the same but closer to the 50mm mark. That way you know which one will work better for you

[blueminishooter]

Sounds like a good idea!

EDIT;

Messed around for about 5 minutes with the two different zooms, definitely liking 35 but I also really liked the 50. Such a difficult choice! I think I might go with the 50 just so I have a little further zoom in a sense and I don't need to get as close. Plus I read reviews that the 35 is more plasticy and the 50 is more solid and clear. Also with the 35 the body zoom on the camera has to be adjusted to the 35. Soo that's where I'm weighted at right about now.

This post has been edited by blueminishooter: 06 January 2012 - 10:02 PM

[Spyder PB Player]

Going to pick up my lighting tent tommorow. Yay!

[blueminishooter]

Very nice!

[Chris@RegencyPB]

Blueminishooter- Definitely a tough choice, But let us know if you get one of them
Spyder PB Player-Congrats! Take some shots when you get it and post up some samples

Edit- Also anyone have any plans to get out and get some pictures this weekend? I am planning on going to Atlantic City on Sunday.

This post has been edited by Chris@RegencyPB: 06 January 2012 - 11:15 PM

[blueminishooter]

Thanks Chris! You can call me Carl by the way! aha and I will certainly post up pictures and what not when I do. After I pick up a 35 or 50 I plan on picking up a 70-200 F/2.8 <3

edit: and yes I do have plans to go take pictures! I am shooting a cash prize paintball tournament on Sunday! Going to be some awesome games and shots!

This post has been edited by blueminishooter: 06 January 2012 - 11:23 PM

[Chris@RegencyPB]

I hear of alot of people using the 70-200 2.8. Heard its a great lens! Sounds like your going to have a great time on Sunday, definitely post up some of your shots next week

[blueminishooter]

Me too! They are absolutely awesome lenses. Sunday will definitely be sweet. I'll post up some pictures throughout the week from the event for sure!

[Spyder PB Player]

Can't wait to see the pics blueminishooter! Hope you have a good time!

[Nobben #44]

I'm on the lookout for a new camera bag, my old one got too small with my new lens purchase.
And I want one I can fit a 15" laptop in as well.
Any recommendations?

Shooting major tournaments is hard work. Taking pictures 12-16 hours a day is exhausting.
Working together with Hybrid Foto in Paris was awesome though, Ami and Mats takes care of their co-workers.
Paris Album

This post has been edited by Nobben #44: 07 January 2012 - 02:55 PM

[Spyder PB Player]

I like the billingham bags a lot .

Extremely tough and look nice but come with a big price tag.

https://www.google.c...iw=1366&bih=643

I also have experience in lowepro bags. Great quality and not extremely expensive.

Here's one i found that might interest you

http://www.amazon.co...ASIN=B000EXK2K6

or you can go with a backpack if you like those.
http://www.amazon.co.../ref=pd_sbs_p_7

This post has been edited by Spyder PB Player: 07 January 2012 - 03:00 PM

[Trum_15]

went on a random walk last night and came up with these pics.



DSC_0165 by Trum_15, on Flickr



DSC_0177 by Trum_15, on Flickr

Flickr made that top one really red'ish for some reason.

[Nobben #44]

I like backpacks yes, I need it for travel, hence the laptop.
And I think those bags would be a bit small for my setup


Some pictures taken with the new 70-200.

This post has been edited by Nobben #44: 07 January 2012 - 03:46 PM