July 17, 2006
Prime time?
Like Tim, I recently got a new lens for my camera - though mine was on the recommendation of the Canon EOS Beginner's FAQ, and since I have a Canon 350D, I got a Canon EF50mm f/1.8 ll Lens - 52mm. It's taking quite a while to get to grips with a prime lens (I still keep reaching for the lens to zoom it), but I love how this forces a "back to basics" approach to framing shots (i.e. you have to walk about a lot).
I also got a circular polarizer. I need to figure out how to use it to best effect, but to get an idea of the difference it makes, I took two almost identical (typical tourist, terribly clichéd) shots of Norwich Castle:
I think I need to practice some more ;-) I also got a new tripod, a Manfrotto 055D, which should do to get me started. I tried out a Canon EF24-70mm 2.8L, but at over £900 I couldn't quite convince myself I needed it ... yet. I'll live with the lower quality 18-55mm for now.
How's the lens performing in dark areas? I was thinking of buying the f/1.8 because it should be great for shots in the evening.. Is it?
Oh, and buy the 70/300, great value for money. It lacks a stabilizer, but hey, what you got that tripod for anyway?! :)
I haven't really tried the lens in dark areas yet - but it's much faster so should be good. I'll let you know ;-)
The 70/300 will have to wait til next month - I just bought a speedlite 580ex - oops!
Posted by: Andrew Savory at July 18, 2006 9:44 AM