 Carol J. Guernsey |
Camera Shake on a 200mm or 300mm Lens Could anyone tell me at what mm lens do you need to use a tripod? I am looking at purchasing a Canon EF 75-300mm lens or a Canon EF 55-200mm lens. There isn't a lot of price difference. But I don't want to have to use a tripod all the time. I currently use a Canon EF 28-80mm lens and I need more zoom for nature photography. Thanks!
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Gary W. Tallnash |
Hi Carol. Yes, I have a 200mm zoom lens and with a bit of testing I proved you can get a steady picture by simply setting the shutter speed to 1/250. As for the 300mm, experiment with the shutter at 1/500 a second.
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- Kelly Abernathy Contact Kelly Abernathy Kelly Abernathy's Gallery |
Hi Carol - A rule of thumb: To avoid camera shake, make sure your shutter speed is 1/length of your lens. For example, if you're shooting your 300mm, you would want a shutter speed of 1/300 or faster. If the lenses have IS or VR technology, this can be stretched a bit. I've also heard of people being able to stretch it a bit by bracing themselves against something sturdy, etc. My experience has proven pretty much in line with the rule as well. Good luck and enjoy your new lens!
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- Gregory LaGrange Contact Gregory LaGrange Gregory LaGrange's Gallery |
It also depends on how heavy the lens is - and how well you hold it. 'With a stationary subject, you can hold it at 1/125 or 1/60.
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Damian P. Gadal |
I start to get shake below 1/80 with my 300mm.
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Kip T. Berger |
Hi Carol, In addition to the infor from the previous post, you should consider getting the Canon IS series lens...which will enable handholding at slower shutter speed by image stabilization. Be aware that best results will still be achieved using a tripod or monopod.
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