Wedding Photography lens
Posted 20/04/2010 - 10:50 - Helpful Comment
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You only need the 18-55mm and 50mm lenses to do the job, and you'll get by with those.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
Best regards, John
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:00
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That's really true i was thinkin of buying another AF360FGZ, to use as a fill falsh I was Bert Stafanie on you tude his techique are amazing. you are right. Am finding the K100d super taking better photos no matter which lens i put on it. what is the best settings i should have my k10d on in manual mode for portrait f.8 1/200? or TV av or P
thanks.
thanks.
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:10
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johnriley wrote:
You only need the 18-55mm and 50mm lenses to do the job, and you'll get by with those.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
You only need the 18-55mm and 50mm lenses to do the job, and you'll get by with those.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
johnriley wrote:
You only need the 18-55mm and 50mm lenses to do the job, and you'll get by with those.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
You only need the 18-55mm and 50mm lenses to do the job, and you'll get by with those.
Starting from scratch I'd be tempted to get the SMC Pentax-DA 17-70mm f4 and in fact I'm currently considering that to replace and extend the range of the 16-45mm that I now use.
Very occasionally another lens might be nice, and on Saturday I actually used the 12-24mm for a series of shots, but if I hadn't had that I would have worked around it.
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:12 - Helpful Comment
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That means I can keep one of my 18-55's and please what setting give you the best exposure in manual mode and program
knd regards
knd regards
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:28 - Helpful Comment
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johnriley wrote:
The only time I would dream of using studio flash for a wedding is if the weather was atrocious and I needed to do a lot of indoor formal portraits. Even then I would prefer a location background rather than a plain white one. See the picture I've just posted in the Gallery as an example of location use.
A portable flash (I use the Pentax 360)is essential for fill-in flash outdoors in very sunny weather. This minimises harsh shadows and is a technique that should be learned.
I do actually carry an Interfit EXD200 set with me to weddings, but only for emergency use and I've never used it yet. There isn't time really.
The only time I would dream of using studio flash for a wedding is if the weather was atrocious and I needed to do a lot of indoor formal portraits. Even then I would prefer a location background rather than a plain white one. See the picture I've just posted in the Gallery as an example of location use.
A portable flash (I use the Pentax 360)is essential for fill-in flash outdoors in very sunny weather. This minimises harsh shadows and is a technique that should be learned.
I do actually carry an Interfit EXD200 set with me to weddings, but only for emergency use and I've never used it yet. There isn't time really.
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:29
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how do you get rid on the harsh shadows, do you use the inbuilt diffuser? please where can I see your recent photos
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:48 - Helpful Comment
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Pentaxophile wrote:
If I were you I'd be considering which of the 70-300's to put on ebay along with the spare 18-55, and probably also the 28-80. That should help offset the cost of these endless purchases.
If I were you I'd be considering which of the 70-300's to put on ebay along with the spare 18-55, and probably also the 28-80. That should help offset the cost of these endless purchases.
Posted 20/04/2010 - 11:52
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I am definately getting rid of the tamron 70-300mm and one of the 18-55's and maybe the sigma 28-80 if a am recommended a good lens.
Hey guys let me know if any of you guys are willing to sell a good lens
thanks
Hey guys let me know if any of you guys are willing to sell a good lens
thanks
Posted 20/04/2010 - 12:00 - Helpful Comment
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http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/1291209
You can have a look at my latest wedding book by following the above link.
You can have a look at my latest wedding book by following the above link.
Best regards, John
Posted 20/04/2010 - 12:06
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Just had a look at some of the photos they are amazing what lens have you been using often. You are really good hoping to get to your stage one day
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thanks
Posted 20/04/2010 - 12:42 - Helpful Comment
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Someone is selling his DA*16-50 and DA*50-135 here but I would haggle some of the price to make it intersting. link
The Tamron equivalent with a constant f/2.8 would be better and would be a general portrait lens.
Spacus wrote:
I am definately getting rid of the tamron 70-300mm and one of the 18-55's and maybe the sigma 28-80 if a am recommended a good lens.
Sounds like a good plan, i've no idea how good the Sigma is though.I am definately getting rid of the tamron 70-300mm and one of the 18-55's and maybe the sigma 28-80 if a am recommended a good lens.
The Tamron equivalent with a constant f/2.8 would be better and would be a general portrait lens.
Stefan
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
Posted 20/04/2010 - 13:07 - Helpful Comment
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Just had a look at them there are not cheap tho will try my luck
thanks
thanks
Posted 20/04/2010 - 13:21 - Helpful Comment
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I have watched this thread with a morbid curiosity.
Just what are you wanting to achieve?
Is it to take good wedding photographs or buy the gear that you believe will assist you to do this? There is (IMO) a difference.
Mike
Just what are you wanting to achieve?
Is it to take good wedding photographs or buy the gear that you believe will assist you to do this? There is (IMO) a difference.
Mike
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You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
Posted 20/04/2010 - 13:25 - Helpful Comment
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I hope I am not being presumptious about how experienced you are Spacus, but I think if you are starting out, it pays to keep your kit versatile and be wary about spending lots of money. Also, keeping it simple makes life a lot easier. Concentrate on improving your photographic skills, and you could achieve shots like the cover of John's book with the set up you already have.
I am sure there are a lot of excellent books out there which will help with your questions re settings etc... there's no one correct answer to that sort of question, but a book with illustrative photos will show you what you can achieve... a picture paints a thousand words and all that.
Also why not practise in the house and out in the garden, if you have an understanding partner to act as model... post the shots on here and there will be plenty of advice, you can be sure of that!
I am sure there are a lot of excellent books out there which will help with your questions re settings etc... there's no one correct answer to that sort of question, but a book with illustrative photos will show you what you can achieve... a picture paints a thousand words and all that.
Also why not practise in the house and out in the garden, if you have an understanding partner to act as model... post the shots on here and there will be plenty of advice, you can be sure of that!
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Hi Spacus and welcome to the group. If I may be so humble, I would suggest not running around and buying up tons of gear (kit). Become used to what you presently have and learn to work within it/their limitations. Yes its wonderful to have strobes, stands, umbrellas, soft boxes, etc. if you have money to burn. But struggle along and add equipment as proficiency increases. I hate to say it, but we learn most from mistakes and adversity. I would suggest one (1) more flash to bounce or use as fill against your muslin. Go to You Tube and watch some videos on lighting techniques. Practice, practice, practice, that's the joy of digital - no film/processing cost.
Regards and good luck,
Stephen