Carny
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Let me start off by saying that I told the couple (my BIL and his fiancee) several times that they should hire a real wedding photographer. Unfortunately they are young and funds are limited. One they talked to said they couldn't do indoor photos. I did their engagement photos and they really liked them which is part of the problem. I explained that there are no "do-overs" if I screw up. So, with that out of the way on to the questions.
Here is my current gear list:
Canon 5Dc
70-200 F4 L
85 1.8
50 1.4
50 macro
35 2
2 430ex ii flashes with yongnuo (sp?) radio poppers
some studio strobes, not sure if I should mess with those
Since they are family it won't be a problem going to rehearsal and checking out the church ahead of time. I'm planning on renting a 5D mk III and a 24-70. I'll take my 5D as a backup.
1. I think the rental period is 3 or 4 days. Will that be enough time to familiarize myself with the 5d3?
2. Will my 70-200 F4 be adequate since the 5d3 is supposed to be great in low light? Would it be worth renting the 2.8?
3. I'll take the other lenses to have just in case, but can you think of any particular situation in which I would use one of my primes rather than the L zooms?
4. I've seen pics of the church, and it looks the sanctuary has high ceilings (drop ceiling) so I may be able to bounce my flash. Should I mess with the studio lights for the formals? There will only be one groomsman and bridesmaid so the wedding party itself won't be large.
5. Is there anything else I will need that isn't on the list?
I plan on having a checklist to make sure I get all the shots.
I recently attended a wedding that was at a photography studio that had a huge seamless setup. The photographer set up and took photos of anyone that wanted one, and then the bride sent the guests copies with their Christmas cards. I like the idea, and think it would be neat to send the guests their photos along with their thank you cards. (Could be an extra income for the pros if you offered prints I to guests, but I could see where that would be a touchy subject.) Would that take too much time away from getting shots of the reception?
That's all I can think of now. Thanks in advance!
Here is my current gear list:
Canon 5Dc
70-200 F4 L
85 1.8
50 1.4
50 macro
35 2
2 430ex ii flashes with yongnuo (sp?) radio poppers
some studio strobes, not sure if I should mess with those
Since they are family it won't be a problem going to rehearsal and checking out the church ahead of time. I'm planning on renting a 5D mk III and a 24-70. I'll take my 5D as a backup.
1. I think the rental period is 3 or 4 days. Will that be enough time to familiarize myself with the 5d3?
2. Will my 70-200 F4 be adequate since the 5d3 is supposed to be great in low light? Would it be worth renting the 2.8?
3. I'll take the other lenses to have just in case, but can you think of any particular situation in which I would use one of my primes rather than the L zooms?
4. I've seen pics of the church, and it looks the sanctuary has high ceilings (drop ceiling) so I may be able to bounce my flash. Should I mess with the studio lights for the formals? There will only be one groomsman and bridesmaid so the wedding party itself won't be large.
5. Is there anything else I will need that isn't on the list?
I plan on having a checklist to make sure I get all the shots.
I recently attended a wedding that was at a photography studio that had a huge seamless setup. The photographer set up and took photos of anyone that wanted one, and then the bride sent the guests copies with their Christmas cards. I like the idea, and think it would be neat to send the guests their photos along with their thank you cards. (Could be an extra income for the pros if you offered prints I to guests, but I could see where that would be a touchy subject.) Would that take too much time away from getting shots of the reception?
That's all I can think of now. Thanks in advance!