So, you have a brand new digital SLR, and might be thinking about buying some new glass to go on front. After all, being able to change out lenses is one of the best reasons to get an SLR in the first place. You will be on the hunt for new glass soon if you aren't already.
With this in mind, how do you go about choosing the right lens? It really depends on what kind of photography you're trying to do. How much money do you have? What kind of situations will you be photographing in? These are all things you need to be considering.
Let's assume you're just a normal amateur photographer. If you're like most, your SLR probably came with a zoom lens that covers most of your basic focal lengths. However, there will be some gaps in what this lens can do, and thats where your new lens comes in. Like to take wildlife or sports pictures? Then you'll need a fast telephoto lens. Like to do landscapes? Then a wide angle zoom (or fixed) lens might be in your future.
Another issue you will come across is the debate about prime (fixed focal length) vs. zoom lenses. Fixed focal lengths lenses are considerable cheaper, sharper, and faster than zoom lenses. However, zooms are extremely convenient because they cover a broad range of focal lengths. It's all about finding the one the works for you.
If you do a lot of low light work, like concerts, you'll need some fast lenses. Unfortunately, fast lenses come at a huge cost premium. They are also really heavy and bulky because of all the extra glass. Still, though, they are a great item for any photographer to own.
One way I've found to save a ton of money on high quality lenses is to buy old manual focus versions. There is some amazing glass out there that will still mount on modern autofocus DSLR bodies. Of course you'll be loosing a lot of features, but it might just be worth it for you.
Now that you know what kind of options you have for getting a new lens for your SLR, be sure to shop around and do some research to find the one that works best for you. Thanks for reading. - 16651
With this in mind, how do you go about choosing the right lens? It really depends on what kind of photography you're trying to do. How much money do you have? What kind of situations will you be photographing in? These are all things you need to be considering.
Let's assume you're just a normal amateur photographer. If you're like most, your SLR probably came with a zoom lens that covers most of your basic focal lengths. However, there will be some gaps in what this lens can do, and thats where your new lens comes in. Like to take wildlife or sports pictures? Then you'll need a fast telephoto lens. Like to do landscapes? Then a wide angle zoom (or fixed) lens might be in your future.
Another issue you will come across is the debate about prime (fixed focal length) vs. zoom lenses. Fixed focal lengths lenses are considerable cheaper, sharper, and faster than zoom lenses. However, zooms are extremely convenient because they cover a broad range of focal lengths. It's all about finding the one the works for you.
If you do a lot of low light work, like concerts, you'll need some fast lenses. Unfortunately, fast lenses come at a huge cost premium. They are also really heavy and bulky because of all the extra glass. Still, though, they are a great item for any photographer to own.
One way I've found to save a ton of money on high quality lenses is to buy old manual focus versions. There is some amazing glass out there that will still mount on modern autofocus DSLR bodies. Of course you'll be loosing a lot of features, but it might just be worth it for you.
Now that you know what kind of options you have for getting a new lens for your SLR, be sure to shop around and do some research to find the one that works best for you. Thanks for reading. - 16651
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David Wilson is the owner of Discount Digital SLR Cameras, a site devoted to bring you great deals on Canon lenses and more.
