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I have a Canon EOS 50D, and my lens (EFS 18-200 mm) just broke. What should I replace?
I'm not sure how much the body of a camera impacts the quality of a photo. I'm not new to photography but I am very new to photography gear. Replacing the lens is about 150 on ebay.
Is it worth it to ...
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Should I shoot with just my new mirrorless canon R6 or dual shoot with DSLR? | Weddings
Wondering if anyone would like to give me their take.
I just got a new canon r6 yesterday which was quite a big purchase for me. Very excited about it and am now stuck going back and forth between how ...
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Does the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L work on the Canon 250D (SL3) camera?
I'm learning the basics of photography and I am wondering if the "Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L" will fit my Canon 250D (SL3) camera? I searched online but was unable to find anything clear.
My main ...
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Is a Canon 18-200mm lens a good idea?
Currently I have a T7, and I don't like the non-versatility of the kit 18-55mm lens, i.e. I need more focal range. Is a Canon 18-200mm lens a good option for a replacement? I've seen a lot of reviews, ...
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Can "extensions" be put on a Canonet QL17?
I'm about to get into the world of film cameras and have decided on buying a Canon Canonet QL17. However, it has a fixed lens and a large part of my photography involves wide-angle and telephoto ...
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An older Canon AT-1, is there any special cleaning kits or products that are recommended?
I am looking to clean up the body, lenses and the inner part of the camera. Does it matter if the camera is older for which products I use to clean it?
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New camera body or new lenses? (Have canon 350d) [duplicate]
So I borrow this camera from my mom who likes photography, but doesnt use it anymore. Its a Canon 350d.
I've just started photography and quickly realise that i cannot crop that much without ...
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What are the differences between these lenses and how will they affect a beginner?
My father is giving me his Canon 50D and Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens.
I noticed that most kits on the market come with the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens and I'm considering it instead of ...
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How do I choose between 24-105mm and 24-240mm zoom lenses for the Canon EOS R system? [closed]
After a couple of years with my first DSLR (a Canon T6), I’m thinking about joining the MILC world with the Canon RP (affordable, full-frame-sensor, mirrorless).
I like to take pictures while ...
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Deciding between the Canon SL3 and T7i [closed]
The Canon SL3 was released this year and has a couple improvements over the T7i, but it also has some setbacks.
The biggest differences that I could find are the image processor, battery life and ...
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Which of these cameras are better for product photography? [closed]
My sister in law has an online store which she sells her handmade bracelets in there. Currently she is using her Android phone's camera for photography but she asked me to look for a real camera for ...
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What features should be prioritized when buying a camera intended for wildlife/zoo photography?
I currently use a Canon 750D and I'm thinking about upgrading my camera body (followed by lenses) in the future.
I use the camera for various types of photography but predominantly wildlife and zoo ...
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Is there a studio flash system that supports wireless Canon E-TTL (not E-TTLII)?
I've been tasked with equipping a studio.
We are using Canon EOS film cameras and Canon EOS digital cameras.
The Canon EOS film cameras support E-TTL flash metering, the digital ones support E-TTLII ...
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How can I choose a ringlight for my girlfriend's camera as a surprise gift?
My girlfriend's birthday is coming up. I know nothing about cameras, but I'd like to surprise her with what I believe is called a "ringlight" for her camera. It is definitively a Canon camera. Are ...
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Canon Digic 6 and Digic 7 [duplicate]
Canon 80 D with DIGIC 6 was released in Feb 2016. Canon 77D with DIGIC 7 was released in Feb 2017.Does that make the canon 77D better than canon 80 D eventhough 80D has better features and is more ...
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How to decide between 28/1.8 non-IS and 35/2 IS to complement 50/1.8 non-IS on Canon DSLR?
I have a Canon EOS 2000D DSLR (crop factor approximately 1.6). As the lenses, I have 18-55 mm IS zoom (f/3.5-5.6) and 50mm non-IS fixed focal length (f/1.8), and have ordered a 55-250 mm IS zoom which ...
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How to choose between Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM and EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM
I'm looking for a macro lens for my Canon 80D. The two crop-specific offerings from Canon are the EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM and EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM. They're both on the affordable end of the ...
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Want to upgrade Canon T6i and need guidance
I have a Canon T6i and mainly use a Sigma 18-250 lens. I photograph lots of stuff (landscapes, my kids, sports, architecture, wildlife, etc). I have a good wide angle lens for the landscapes. I want ...
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which is better for makeup videos and portrait; canon 50mm f/1.8 or a 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 , and why?
I make makeup videos for youtube and recently got the canon rebel T5i as well as the 50mm f/1.8 and 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 lenses. I am not sure which is better for taking photos and which is better for ...
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Have a canon T6 rebel? what extra equipment should i get if i want to get more professional photos? [closed]
could you please provide actual equipment for for example flash diffusrs, or sppedlights, etc, this would be to end up photographing kids, newborns, couples in a mini studio and also outside ...
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What Lens to Buy [duplicate]
I'm a veteran hobbyist photography with a so-so photography IQ in the moment, by no means a settings expert. I often shoot landscapes and wildlife, but also will be taking pictures for my university's ...
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(Used) DSLR for around $250 [closed]
As a student my budget is pretty limited, but I would like to get into photography as a hobby. I've used a Canon EOS1300d of a relative for some time and had great fun with it. I would not consider ...
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Would upgrading to a full frame Camera be worthwhile with just one lens?
I'm in the Canon system. Would you buy an entry level full frame camera like 6D II having only one FF lens (50 1.8 prime)?
I don't have money to buy both the body and the lens at the same time, but ...
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Canon Wireless Flash Options
I recently changed cameras from 7D to 5DM4 and the only real disappointment is the absence of wireless flash control. This was great on the 7D and allowed me to communicate with my 420EX Speedlite off-...
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What gear do I need for Portrait and Landscape photography, Canon 700D? [duplicate]
From several years ago I bought Canon 700D, due to some acts in my country I lost the interest in photography.
Now I am having the comfortable environment to start all over. My question is: What ...
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What should I expect from Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM?
What should I expect from Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM?
Hey guys,
I'm a noobie around here so I hope I don't annoy too many of you with this question.
At the moment I have a Canon EOS 80D and ...
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Is replacing all my Fujifilm gear with this Canon zoom lens an upgrade?
I'm a hobby photographer. I like taking portraits, which I often do at festivals and conventions. I usually take the following gear: Fujifilm X-T2 (an APS-C sensor mirrorless camera), a 16-55mm f/2.8 (...
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What are the differences between the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 III and EF-S 18–55mm f/4–5.6 IS STM
I'm looking at these two lenses:
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 III & EF-S 18–55mm f/4–5.6 IS STM
What are the differences between these two lenses, specifically in regard to overall image quality?...
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What do I need to shoot sharp high school baseball photographs on a budget? [duplicate]
I need a zoom lens ASAP for high school baseball. (And then hopefully in 2020 college baseball.) This is only to take pictures of my son — for now high school and travel baseball.
I have older Canon ...
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What are some good resources for getting started with a large roll printer?
I’m an enthusiast-level photographer with a little disposable income, a big empty space in my apartment, and a huge appreciation for making prints, so I’ve decided to take the leap into a large-format ...
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Top lens for kitesurfing [duplicate]
What is the best lens for kitesurfing photography?
A similar question was asked before, but I need a bit more clarity if possible.
I'm hesitating between the Canon 500mm f4 II vs Canon 400mm f2.8 or ...
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Filter for Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | C lens
I have bought a Sigma 150-600mm F/5-6.3 DG OS HSM | C lens for my Canon 70D. Is it okay for bird photography? Also kindly suggest a filter for the same.
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EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS II or Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD Macro as part of a kit?
I am a beginner wanting to start learning photography.
Which of the following EOS 1300D kits is better for a beginner?
Both include the same first lens. For one kit the second lens is the Canon 55-...
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Can i take a photo of the milky way? [duplicate]
Can I take a picture with a
Canon EOS1300D with a Canon EF 50 mm f1.8 STM Lens of the milky way?
Thank you.
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Why would someone buy the Canon 5D Mark IV after Nikon released the D850 with far superior hardware configurations?
I was planing to buy canon 5D mark iv just one month ago. But everyone started to talk about Nikon D850 and it came out with far ahead hardware configurations compare to 5D4. Though I love canon ...
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50mm f/1.8, 18-55mm f/4-5.6 or 55-250mm f/4-5.6 lens for a 12-year-old new to DSLR photography
I have recently purchased a Canon 800D / T7i along with the bundled 18-55mm f/4-5.6 lens, plus the 50mm f/1.8 and the 55-250mm f/4-5.6 for myself and my 12-year-old daughter.
She has been using a ...
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Canon 750D vs 200D in low light and moving subjects?
I am about to make a DSLR purchase and have to choose between Canon EOS 750D and the recently introduced EOS 200D, which is available at almost the same price to me. After looking at all the specs all ...
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6D or 80D for upgrade from 100D? [closed]
I am about to buy a new camera. I stepping up from a Canon 100D. I mainly focusing on portrait, fashion and street photography. 100D done well so far as a hobbyist but I really feel the need to step ...
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Is there a 3rd party Canon flash with both RT wireless and optical wireless?
Is there a 3rd party flash which is both capable of being used off the camera using optical transmission and radio transmission?
I have been told that "Canon 430EX III-RT Speedlite" is capable of ...
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Should i get a new kit lens for my 450D or a new body with kit lens altogether? [duplicate]
I recently broke my kit lens for my 450D and have been looking into replacements. At the moment i have a 55-250 mm objective as my primary objective since it is all i have at the moment.
My question ...
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New body or new lens? [duplicate]
I'm going traveling for a few months and I am planning to take my Canon 750d with me, I currently have a 10-18mm, 50mm 1.8, 55-250mm and a 18-55mm lenses. I am thinking of getting a 24-105 L lens to ...
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Canon 1300D vs Nikon D3300 [closed]
I am confused between the Canon EOS Rebel T6 1300D and the Nikon D3300. While the Canon has an in-built wireless it seems to be an inferior camera to the Nikon but they cost about the same.
Are ...
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Full frame 16-35 mm vs crop 10-22mm [duplicate]
I'm using a Canon EOS Rebel with 1.6 crop factor. In terms of focal length- Is an EF 16-35 mm full frame lens on a full frame camera equivalent to an EF-S 10-22mm lens taking into account my crop ...
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Macro photography of the human eye [duplicate]
I'm very interested in macrophotography and I'd like to take photos to the human eye. I have the Canon EOS 80D body and I'm also considering buying the
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Macro Lens. I'd ...
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Upgrade options from Canon EF-S 15-85mm [duplicate]
I'm looking into what upgrade options exist for the EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens. For me, this is a superb general purpose lens with a great walk-about focal range, which is why it's my default, go-...
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Is a Canon T5 a good starting DSLR camera as a Pixel XL owner? [duplicate]
This is probably a bit of a silly question, but I would rather ask now before investing hundreds in a new DSLR camera so that I don't regret it later.
In short, I currently have a Pixel XL which I ...
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Third party EF or EF-S prime lens < 35mm
I am wondering if there are any budget priced third party canon EF or EF-S prime lenses that are less than 35mm, and better yet, pancake compact?
I have investigated it and come up with nothing....
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How do I evaluate photo accessories bundled with a camera? [duplicate]
So I am somewhat of a beginner photographer and this will be my very first DSLR purchase. I have taken photography classes in which I've used really older models of DSLR but that was about 10 years ...
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New equipment recommendation for sports photography [closed]
So as the title states I'm looking to replace my current equipment for shooting sports... So far I was using a Canon 700D with the 18-135 IS STM, kit lens and just practiced sports photography... now ...
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Is Canon 24-70 f/2.8L II that much better than Canon 24-70 f/4L IS?
I get that the f/2.8 will bring more bokeh effect to it than the f/4, which is nice, but for the lower light situations, will f/2.8 beat the IS function at f/4 when handheld? The price difference ...
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