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That Wife » Blog Archive » My 5D Mark II — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:32:18 +0000

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By: Hannah

Hannah — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:50:19 +0000

Interesting. Great outline.

I am planning to upgrade to the 7D – I have heard lots of reports that the 7D performs really well in low light and high ISO (better than the 5D MKII which I have heard pretty average reviews about from other pros) I am not sure why so much emphasis is placed on full frame – if I want to go wider I will just use a wider lens.

As for zoom lenses at a lower pricepoint, my money is on Tamron rather than Canon. I second shot a wedding recently the the Tamron 28-75 2.8 far outperformed the canon 24-70 which seems to have some significant focus issues from everyone I have chatted with about it.

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By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:22:07 +0000

The G11 is on my Christmas list this year, and Im pretty sure thats what the in-laws are getting us this year. I have been drooling over it ever since it came out. I cant wait. Its an amazing little gem. :) Thanks for the post Jenna- I read your blog everyday (well whenever you post. Haha!)!!!!

By: Erin

Erin — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:15:18 +0000

@ Cecy-some lenses that Canon offers are fixed lengths so no they don’t zoom. They do make some cheaper zoom lenses that aren’t terrible. I have a 28-135mm lens that I use quite a bit.

By: RhodeyGirl

RhodeyGirl — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:10:35 +0000

Embarrassing question… What is the little accessory called that holds the lens cap to the rest of the camera so that it can just hang when you are taking photos? I am planning a BIG trip overseas and can’t imagine playing tourist while constantly trying to find a spot for my lens cap!
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By: Cécy

Cécy — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:54:50 +0000

You talk about not being able to zoom in and out with the lenses. Is that not an option at all?
If you want to take a picture far away, can ou not zoom at all? Do you have to walk to the distance that makes the exact “frame” you are looking for and then adjust the lens?

I’m looking to save enough to buy a camera with a manual lense, I’m so sick of the autofocus, although I do need to learn more about the other manual features and how I can make better pictures. Any webiste you recommend to learn more (taking a class isn’t really an option financially at this time).
Thanks/
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By: Amy I

Amy I — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:48:41 +0000

So I'm the biggest klutz ever and dropped/broke my 50/1.8 last night. After reading this, I'm seriously thinking of upgrading to the 1.4 instead of replacing it with the same thing. Are you and my empty wallet in cahoots, Jenna? :) .-= Amy I's most recent blog post: CEiMB: Broccoli & Cheddar Potato Skins with Avocado Cream =-.

By: Ellie

Ellie — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:38:45 +0000

I have, and absolutely love love love the Canon 850IS powershot. I still stand by it as the best camera purchase I have made yet. I bought it a tripod so I can use it in low lights. Then my mom gave me her old Lumix, so I’ve been using that and trying to use it on manual before I buy something fancier for graduation. I took a photography class in high school, so I’m not unfamiliar with manual photography and am excited to get back into it. Unfortunately my SLR was a minolta, and my mom had some great lenses for it (Macro, telephoto, and a regular lens) but Minolta doesn’t really make cameras anymore that will take the old lenses.
One thing my cousin pointed out is that some of the “off brand” DSLRs have much less expensive lenses (he uses a Pentax). I think for professional photographers, a reliable brand that can be easily accessorized and upgraded is important, but I think for people like me that just want to be able to take really good photographs, that kind of lasting or long-term relationship with the brand is less crucial.
Thanks for this post – I really appreciated your perspective on the kit lens – that is good to know.
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By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:04:57 +0000

What great info!!

I don’t have dSLR, but everyone I know that does loves their Canons. I also have a Canon Powershot (the version before the SD120) and LOVE it. It takes great pictures, hardly any red eye, and I often take no flash pictures by windows, candles, Christmas trees etc. I’ve had MANY point and shoots and this is by far my favorite. Much better then any other brand, and especially the Nikon I had before this–which I got for the large LCD screen. It took terrible pictures, constant red eye. But, my brother swears by Nikon Coolpix!