BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Cameras and Accessories

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  lenses
I'm looking into getting the Canon 50D and since I don't have a ton of money to invest in a camera and a new lens, I'm hoping to be able to get by with the ones I have already. I have ...
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April 27, 2009
 
  Image stabilization
I'm doing a lot of research on buying a new digital camera. I own Minolta A mount lenses and am considering a Sony a350 DSLR with the in-camera body stabilizer. My wife shoots with a Canon D20 ...
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April 11, 2009
 
  Purchasing New Camera
What is the difference between a Canon Rebel and the Canon D series? I am looking for comparison specs between cameras. Any info, links, etc are appreciated. Thank you....
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April 27, 2009
 
  Buying a Camera Online?
I'm looking at investing in a newer camera, and I'm wondering if it's worth looking at Craigslist or eBay to try to get a deal. Any suggestions?...
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April 14, 2009
 
  Help choosing a lens
I have an Oly E-510 and have been saving for a lens now that I have the money I can't decide. I am debating between a oly 12-60 F2.8-4.4 or a oly 50 -200 2.8-3.5 I like to do portrait and still...
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April 30, 2009
 
  What lens to use with Canon Rebel XT
Can a Canon Extender EF2x11 be used with a Sigma DG 120-400mm 1:4.5-5.6 APO HSM. ...
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April 06, 2009
 
  Canon 70-200mm f/4L IS vs. 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS
I went to the zoo this weekend carrying my Canon XTi and my Tamron 70-300mm telephoto lens. (A few of the images are in my gallery) I'm really disappointed in the quality of my photos and am ...
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April 06, 2009
 
  Gorillapod for Zoom Lens
Anyone have any experience and luck with using a Gorillapod with a larger zoom lens, like a Canon 300mm with 1.4x extender? thanks...
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November 04, 2009
 
  Camera Backpack
Looking for recommendations on a camera backpack that will comfortable carry 2 digital SLRs (20D, 50D), Canon 300mm f.4L, Canon 100mm f2.8, Canon 24-105mm, a Sigma 10-20mm lens, flash, 4 Cokin filt...
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April 06, 2009
 
  Where can i buy Snoots for my Dyna UNI400's?
I havn't bought light modifying equipment before and had a few questions, is it like one size fits all? I've got the dishes for my lights so i'm assuming they should just snap on there ...
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April 05, 2009
 
  Samsung 933 BW monitor
Hi, long time no post! I'm looking at buying a Samsung 933 BW monitor (19 inch) for editing - any comments / anyone used it? I'm based in South Africa, so don't have access to some of t...
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April 01, 2009
 
  Photographing Basketball: Lens Question
I have the basic Canon wide-angle lens and the 75-200mm 2.8 lens. I'm looking to buy a lens that's in between the two. I heard there's a great mid-range zoom lens for basketball, but ...
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April 28, 2009
 
  Sporting Lens
Hello,Has anyone out there shot pictures for the sport of trap shooting? I have been asked to shoot some action pictures for a mens trap shooting club and I'm not sure what the best type of len...
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March 29, 2009
 
  Wildlife Lens
Looking for recommendations on a lens plus accessories for less than $2500 and compatible with Canon 20D. The primary purpose is to shoot wildife shots so I want as much focal length and shutter sp...
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March 31, 2009
 
  Sigma 18mm - 200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Autofocus Lens
Looking for an 18-200mm lens for my Nikon D40. The one made by Nikon is easily $600. Sigma has theirs with autofocus less than half that. All I can see is that Sigma doesn't have VR..is that th...
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April 28, 2009
 
  Nikon from China
Hi Everyone,I was just wondering what the difference is between buying a Nikon DSLR from China as opposed to the ones made in the USA?? I always see "make sure it is USA and not China"?Thank you!...
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March 20, 2009
 
  LENSES FOR CANON 5D
I'm thinking about buying a wide angle lens for my Canon 5D. I've narrowed it down to the Tamron 17-50mm 2.8; the Canon 17-40mm f4L USM and the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f2.8. Will all these fi...
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March 13, 2009
 
  Canon Powershot SX110IS
Anyone own a Canon Powershot SX110IS? I need a point and shoot for when I don't want to carry my DSLR, and wonder if this one is any good? TIA for any info you may have!...
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March 30, 2009
 
  Tamron's VC 18-270mm
Hi, I'd like to know if anyone has triedout the newest addition from Tamron.I have read a number of reviews & it seems rather mixed. I'd like to have a good walk around lens for my Cano...
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May 29, 2009
 
  What Quality Lens to buy?
I will be purchasing a Nikon D90 Digital Camera, now I need to decide on a very good all around Telephoto Zoom Lens. I have researched the many choices from Nikon, although I want to hear from Phot...
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April 23, 2011