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Hello everyone! Ive been lurking here for quite some time and just recently set up an account so that I could become part of the community. I am an amateur/hobbyist photographer that is trying to worm my way into the industry within the next couple of years, as a career.
As such, I have decided it is time to take the next step in my photography equipment and would like some advice if possible. Currently I shoot a wide variety of things. Everything from macro to wildlife to sports to the occasional landscape. With aspirations of becoming a pro photographer of sports and wildlife. Since I enjoy shooting such a wide variety of things, it has made my upgrading decision that much harder.
As of now, i am using a Canon Rebel Xsi along with the 18-55 and 55-250mm kit lenses. It is a great little set up that was great for when I was a beginner but am now ready to take the next step.
Here is a list of the equipment I would like to EVENTUALLY get and would like to know if anyone has any suggestions or thoughts on what I should get first. I am pretty detailed orriented and so have constructed a bit of a "buying plan" to help plan my future of purchasing decisions.
If there is no brand name listed, it means that it is a canon product.
- 100mm macro f2.8 - For macro, portraits and landscape.
- 60d camera upgrade - Would like to upgrade to the 60d for 3 main reasons. Better FPS for action/sports, better low light ISO and ability to shoot HD video
- Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 - Hear its a great lens (when you get a 'good' copy) and would use it as a short range walk around lense and family parties.
- Speedlite 430ex - I need a flash, but have soo many other needs like better quality glass.
- 200mm f2.8 - Great glass for shooting sports and wildlife. I really cant wait to own my first L series lense and all the quality that comes with it.
- 135mm f2 - For indoor/outdoor sports and wildlife at a slightly smaller focal length then the 200mm. I hear this lens is absolutely phenominal and one of the best.
Other considerations for the late future:
- 300mm f4 - Sports/wildlife and long range pictures.
or 100-400mm f4-5.6 - I like the idea of a longer zoom lense although I dont know if it would be worth it over the quality of primes.
- 85mm f1.8 - Great for portriats and landscapes.
- 50mm f1.8 or 1.4 - I hear these are great lenses.
Keep in mind, these are NOT going to be bought in a short period of time but over the next few years as finances allow. My plan is to buy 1 or 2 new lenses and a 60d within the next few months.
Questions:
- Is this build plan a good one for someone in my situation? (Looking to advance into semi-pro and shoots a wide range of subjects)
- Would like 100mm Macro and Tamron 28-75mm (along with camera 60d upgrade) be good choices for the first 2 lenses to purchase? Or should I save up for the 200mm or 135 right off the bat? Any other recommendations instead?
- Is the 60d a worth while upgrade over my XSI?
- Any other thoughts or comments overall?
I am basically looking to be well rounded enough in my equipment to shoot the things I really enjoy (macro, wildlife and sports) while also having the proper tools to contribute my hobby into an eventual career which may lead me to things like wedding or party photography etc.
Thanks for all the help and sorry for the lengthy post.
I understand this subject has been talked about greatly but couldnt find any threads specific enough to my situation.
Thanks again!
As such, I have decided it is time to take the next step in my photography equipment and would like some advice if possible. Currently I shoot a wide variety of things. Everything from macro to wildlife to sports to the occasional landscape. With aspirations of becoming a pro photographer of sports and wildlife. Since I enjoy shooting such a wide variety of things, it has made my upgrading decision that much harder.
As of now, i am using a Canon Rebel Xsi along with the 18-55 and 55-250mm kit lenses. It is a great little set up that was great for when I was a beginner but am now ready to take the next step.
Here is a list of the equipment I would like to EVENTUALLY get and would like to know if anyone has any suggestions or thoughts on what I should get first. I am pretty detailed orriented and so have constructed a bit of a "buying plan" to help plan my future of purchasing decisions.
If there is no brand name listed, it means that it is a canon product.
- 100mm macro f2.8 - For macro, portraits and landscape.
- 60d camera upgrade - Would like to upgrade to the 60d for 3 main reasons. Better FPS for action/sports, better low light ISO and ability to shoot HD video
- Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 - Hear its a great lens (when you get a 'good' copy) and would use it as a short range walk around lense and family parties.
- Speedlite 430ex - I need a flash, but have soo many other needs like better quality glass.
- 200mm f2.8 - Great glass for shooting sports and wildlife. I really cant wait to own my first L series lense and all the quality that comes with it.
- 135mm f2 - For indoor/outdoor sports and wildlife at a slightly smaller focal length then the 200mm. I hear this lens is absolutely phenominal and one of the best.
Other considerations for the late future:
- 300mm f4 - Sports/wildlife and long range pictures.
or 100-400mm f4-5.6 - I like the idea of a longer zoom lense although I dont know if it would be worth it over the quality of primes.
- 85mm f1.8 - Great for portriats and landscapes.
- 50mm f1.8 or 1.4 - I hear these are great lenses.
Keep in mind, these are NOT going to be bought in a short period of time but over the next few years as finances allow. My plan is to buy 1 or 2 new lenses and a 60d within the next few months.
Questions:
- Is this build plan a good one for someone in my situation? (Looking to advance into semi-pro and shoots a wide range of subjects)
- Would like 100mm Macro and Tamron 28-75mm (along with camera 60d upgrade) be good choices for the first 2 lenses to purchase? Or should I save up for the 200mm or 135 right off the bat? Any other recommendations instead?
- Is the 60d a worth while upgrade over my XSI?
- Any other thoughts or comments overall?
I am basically looking to be well rounded enough in my equipment to shoot the things I really enjoy (macro, wildlife and sports) while also having the proper tools to contribute my hobby into an eventual career which may lead me to things like wedding or party photography etc.
Thanks for all the help and sorry for the lengthy post.
I understand this subject has been talked about greatly but couldnt find any threads specific enough to my situation.
Thanks again!