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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 03:39 PM
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Default Finally got my first DSLR

Got a Canon 450d with kit lense.

Not allowed it yet as its not my birthday for another 8 days

Doesnt have a bag though. Any good recommendations?

Also i would like to get another lense for it for some more further away photography.

Can anyone suggest a good starter lense.

thanks

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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 04:12 PM
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if you type "dom bower" or "froknowsphoto" in youtube they have loads of good advice.
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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 04:23 PM
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Will do, thanks
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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 04:31 PM
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nice canon you have coming i use the 550d my self had a few good lens off ebay for half shop prices
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thanks Andy

Can you advise me on what sort of focal length i should be looking at.

I am a complete novice and am really looking forward to getting involved.
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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 04:49 PM
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Hi,

I would be looking at a Canon 55 - 250mm as a good starter lens. This gets very good reviews and the performance is really good. It also has Image Stabilisation which can be god send. My wife uses one on her 400d and the pictures are outstanding. Theya re reasonably proced at Ł160 new as well.

That way you can then decide on what other focal lengths you want and wether to go for prime or zoom lens.

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Hi mate,

What sort of photography do you want to do?

This would be a great start, the 70-200 is great for portraits, motorsport and wildlife photography

http://www.mpbphotographic.co.uk/use...0mm-f/4-l-usm/
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Im looking at doing, sport and landscaping shots.
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The kit lens will be fine to start of doing landscape photos

The 70-200 is awesome for all kinds of sports, my 70-200 f2.8 Sigma is by far my favorite lens
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Got my first practice subject.

My mate wants to pics of his car. So we are going to go for a drive to find a good back drop.

Any advice on getting good shots of static car?

Tim
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Originally Posted by timb551
Got my first practice subject.

My mate wants to pics of his car. So we are going to go for a drive to find a good back drop.

Any advice on getting good shots of static car?

Tim

Here's a few classic standard mag car angle shots





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