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Christy Freeberg 		 

What type of lenses do I need?


I shoot wedding for friends and family, I am wondering if additional lenses and maybe an additional flash would be helpful. I have a Nikon Coolpix 8700-which I LOVE- and have this far not had the need for additional equipment. What would I want to look for to improve quality and range for my photos. What do I gain? Most of my 'issues' are corrected with software.


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September 24, 2006

 

Jon Close 		  The lens of the CoolPix 8700 already has the most useful zoom range you would need, equivalent to 35mm-280mm. A teleconverter would not be useful for your use. A 0.6x or similar wide converter could give some interesting wide-angle shots, but is not necessary. The most useful accessory to enhance your photography would be a good, high powered speedlight (flash) with tilt/swivel head to bounce the light. This would eliminate many common problems with the built-in flash, including red-eye, blown-out near subjects, and harsh shadows.


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September 25, 2006

 

Christy Freeberg 		 
 
 
Thank you so much Jon for your quick responce! Here I thought having an additional lense would be a must- I will definately look into the flash you speak of!! You wouldn't hapen to know what exactly would be compatible.....would you!!?? Thanks again!! Here's on of my favorite shots- at my brothers wedding!


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September 25, 2006

 
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