What is the best lens for a trip to Europe, for a Canon Rebel XS, that is
budget-friendly?
I'm looking for a lens that will give me a good range of wide shots (buildings, landscapes, etc) as well as the nice details in closer shots. I would ideally like to carry only one lens with me, since I'm traveling light and don't really want to change out lenses all the time.
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posted by lockstitch
on Apr 21, 2013 -
24 answers
I've spent hours trying to get the Canon HV40 to work over firewire to Skype! ANY help is greatly appreciated....
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posted by lattiboy
on Mar 7, 2013 -
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Help me decide if I should sell my Canon Rebel Xti (EOS 400D) and buy a Sony RX100.
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posted by kdern
on Mar 1, 2013 -
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I'm used to working with a Nikon film camera and a 50mm f/1.8 lens. What normal or close to normal lens would you recommend for a camera with a 1.6x crop factor like the Canon Rebel T4i? The kit lens is an EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II, which works, but I miss being able to take photos in low light without a flash.
posted by topoisomerase
on Feb 26, 2013 -
14 answers
What kind of equipment could I purchase within a $300 budget for the backdrop and lighting? My house is naturally very dark. I use white plates and minimal props for the food. My camera is a Canon 40D. I don't have much time lately so I'll spend a little more for convenience.
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posted by sunnychef88
on Jan 17, 2013 -
15 answers
I want to take a year of photos from my balcony to capture views as the day changes, and to make a time-lapse videos of the view. Is GoPro the best bet for an inexpensive, weather-durable camera for prolonged use in the Southwest high desert?
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posted by filthy light thief
on Dec 3, 2012 -
4 answers
My point and shoot is 4 years old. Aside from improved video, is there a significant difference in today's newer models?
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posted by szg8
on Nov 26, 2012 -
12 answers
What is wrong with my Canon PowerShot G9? It started taking these messed up pictures. Here is an example: http://imgur.com/rbyAj
When I shake the camera I can hear something loose in there. Is it fixable at all, or do I need a new camera? If it is fixable, can I do it myself?
posted by racecar
on Nov 10, 2012 -
8 answers
Please help me pick a Canon or Nikon DSLR for close-up photography of small objects. I'd like to spend around $500 - $700 total. I need a body plus 1-2 lenses.
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posted by insectosaurus
on Nov 4, 2012 -
16 answers
Desperately seeking alternatives to SmugMug. Emphasis on password-protected galleries, the ability to proof photos and seamless customization (so as to integrate with a pre-existing Wordpress-backed portfolio).
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posted by phaedon
on Oct 9, 2012 -
5 answers
I am a rank beginner at photography. Last night I took my DSLR to an auto race and most of my
pictures turned out
blurry or
under/
overexposed or otherwise sucky.
Occasionally I got
lucky. What am I most likely doing wrong, and how can I get better at shooting cars in motion? I'd appreciate your tips or links to online tutorials.
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posted by desjardins
on Jul 29, 2012 -
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For motion itself, will a new canon point and shoot (digic5) have the same movement quality as the 5d mark 3 (their nice digic 5 slr)? I understand that the lens quality will differ (chromatic aberration, etc), but what about seeing how the video handles movement, skew, and motion?
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posted by history is a weapon
on Jul 2, 2012 -
5 answers
I'd like to move up from a point-and-shoot camera to a sub-$400 starter DSLR -- but which to choose? Details inside.
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posted by vorfeed
on Jun 27, 2012 -
9 answers
A Canon 80-200mm zoom lens I've been holding on to has broken, and fixing it would be more expensive than a replacement. What should I do with it?
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posted by tmcw
on Jun 26, 2012 -
3 answers
Hello Mefi!
My mother currently owns a Canon Rebel XSI with the default 18-55 lens. It has served her extremely well while shooting typical mom material. I typically leave the camera in P mode with a few good "auto" options and she goes to town with it.
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posted by Highest_Of_Fives
on Jun 5, 2012 -
6 answers
I've got a Canon 5D, an iPhone, and an iPad. What's a good on-the-go solution for uploading photos while bike touring?
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posted by mathowie
on May 22, 2012 -
10 answers
Another newbie dSLR question: First time buyer trying to decide between a Canon 60D versus Nikon D5100. I hope you guys aren't getting annoyed with these yet.
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posted by midmarch snowman
on May 14, 2012 -
12 answers
I used Canon point-and-shoot cameras before my first DSLR camera, a Nikon D80, which just broke down. I'm interested in getting a new DSLR camera.
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posted by remi
on Apr 17, 2012 -
9 answers
I need either an idiot proof explanation of
CHDK I can understand, or suggestions for a cheap digital camera that has a remote shutter
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posted by mirileh
on Mar 16, 2012 -
10 answers
Travelling through California to Las Vegas, and I want to know how to take the best possible pictures with the camera equipment I have.
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posted by StephenF
on Mar 8, 2012 -
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Relatively new Canon dSLR owner planning a trip to some Really Beautiful Places. Looking to invest in a lens that will help me take some amazing shots while I'm there as well as on future adventures.
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posted by bondcliff
on Feb 27, 2012 -
17 answers
My question is very simple. I want to "read" the Brittinanica Great Books of the Western World on CD audio while I'm doing housework.
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posted by KMH
on Jan 30, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm looking into purchasing a Canon DSLR and need some advice on which package to choose
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posted by smcniven
on Jan 6, 2012 -
17 answers
Is there any way to stop a Canon MP495 multifunction inkjet printer from going to sleep? It has its own built in 802.11g/n network interface for sharing itself with the LAN, which works fine, until the printer snoozes and falls off the network...
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posted by thewalrus
on Nov 8, 2011 -
4 answers
What the F is wrong with my camera?I have a Canon PowerShot SD 1200 Digital Elph. As of today, when I try to transfer pictures from the camera to my laptop (Mac) via USB, the camera has a hissy fit -- it makes a bunch of clicking noises, all the lights flash, and it turns itself off. What is going on, and is there anything I can do to fix it?
posted by sideofwry
on Oct 24, 2011 -
3 answers
I need a lens for low-light, hand-held, food photography on my Canon 40D. I will be renting the lens so cost is not an issue and prefer only one lens instead of swapping them out. I will be taking pictures in restaurants during actual meals so dishes must be fully framed from the seated position. No tripod, no flashes, no standing up, no trickery. What would you recommend?
posted by sygyzy
on Sep 22, 2011 -
17 answers
I'm renting a Canon DSLR (60D or T3i) for our vacation in Seattle. Help me choose one single lens to rent with it.
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posted by santojulieta
on Sep 5, 2011 -
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Trying to decide on a DSLR. The deciding factor is low-light performance... but I'm not sure how good is "good enough."
Principally, I'm waffling between the Canon 5D and the Canon 5D Mark-II, which seem to vary almost exclusively in their low-light performance. However, since the "Mark I" 5D has a full-frame sensor (and therefore should have much better low-light performance than any smaller sensor out there, based merely on quantum light noise)... is it good enough for flashless inside photography? The price difference is basically 100%, since I can bet a "Mark I" for $1k used.
Personal experiences, please?
posted by IAmBroom
on Jul 25, 2011 -
21 answers
I've had a Canon 5D Mark II for about 2.5 years, and I've recently noticed some bad dust particle issues that are on the sensor or mirror, not the lens. Can someone recommend a good camera store in New York City that could do a good professional job of cleaning my sensor (and an idea of how much this will cost)? I've looked into cleaning kits, and I think I would rather have a professional do it. Thanks!
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posted by samoa
on Jul 24, 2011 -
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Help me find the right AV equipment to buy for my cultural events nonprofit! I throw literary events that are awesome and generally undocumented. Tell me what I should buy (cameras, software, mics) to visually convey a sense of their awesomeness. Bonus points on tutorials on making podcasts and workflow process for videos.
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posted by johnasdf
on Jul 18, 2011 -
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I'm looking to up my camera game. Help me wade through all of the nonsense and figure out what I want.
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posted by burlsube
on Jul 13, 2011 -
17 answers
What is the best resource for giving yourself a crash course in using a Digital SLR camera? Food photography tips also appreciated.
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posted by sunnychef88
on Jul 5, 2011 -
9 answers
My museum is about to set off on a big slide-scanning project. After finding out how much it would cost to outsource the scanning, we've decided to just buy a higher-end scanner and throw an intern at it. I'd like some guidance as to which scanner to buy.
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posted by COBRA!
on Jun 29, 2011 -
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