action photography question

[4th-and-1]

what would be a reasonable camera that you can take in the stands to take pictures?

i would assume that zoom and shutter speed would be a necessity
for taking pics of a sporting event..

anyone got any info on this kind of thing? (cough cough..doemasters.. cough)

 

[doemasters]

where are you trying to get the camera into? Is the lens needing to be under 6 inches like some policy stadiums?

 

[4th-and-1]

well, i would like to be able to use it all sporting events..

my daughter competes in dance competitions so that would be the primary purpose.. i am sure there are no regulations there, but it would be nice to not run into that problem elsewhere..

 

[Rolling Tide]

I would get a Canon 5D or 7D and a 70-200 L IS Lens. That is going to cost you up front but in the long run you would be very happy with the results you get.

 

[doemasters]

thats a great combo but the 70-200l is 8 inches long and you might have trouble sneaking it into some games, that lens is great though and love mine

 

[4th-and-1]

I would get a Canon 5D or 7D and a 70-200 L IS Lens. That is going to cost you up front but in the long run you would be very happy with the results you get.

wow, looked them up.. that was way more than i was planning on spending.. i might be wanting something that doesn't exist

 

[doemasters]

if i was you i would ask around the dance competitions and see what some of those parents are using, the main thing is getting enough light into the camera so all of your images are not dark and blurry if that makes sense

 

[BamaPride]

if i was you i would ask around the dance competitions and see what some of those parents are using, the main thing is getting enough light into the camera so all of your images are not dark and blurry if that makes sense

I've tried to snap a few at some local pageants and it's hard to get a decent shutter speed at f2.8 unless you bump your ISO up. My camera (350D) suffers from noise at anything over ISO 800.

 

[doemasters]

the 5d mark ii i am using does pretty well in low light, one day i am going to try and use this 85mm 1.2

 

[doemasters]

this is the lens i have been taking most places with me, it is 5 and 3/4" long so its right under the 6 inch mark

only problem is there is only one focal length which makes it tough at times, i also keep a lens extender in my pocket to reach out a little more

 

[Duder]

5D is a very nice camera. If you're working on a tighter budget, get a 50D and save the extra loot for a good lens. I've gotten pretty good shots with a lens that goes out to 135mm from 20-ish rows up in the back of the endzone. You need a decent zoom but you'll need a fast lens to shoot without jacking the ISO too high. Get a 50D or even a T3i and spring for a kick ass lens.

I have the 50D and have used it to shoot weddings professionally. Great camera for the price. Does pics look great but for your purposes I'd stat away from a fixed lens.

 

[doemasters]

i hate fixed lenses as well, the only reason i have that one is to get into games

I also take a canon 24-105 which is good if your going to be fairly close

 

[BamaPride]

"Fixed" lens? Come on now guys, use the correct lingo when talking photography. It's a "prime" lens and a lot of photographers prefer them over zooms.

 

[doemasters]

i never called them for some reason even though i know its the right term

 

[4th-and-1]

thanks for the info guys.. starting to looks like i am not going to be able to get what i need.. i was thinking about spending around $1000.. not sure i want to drop a few grand on a camera right now

 

[Duder]

"Fixed" lens? Come on now guys, use the correct lingo when talking photography. It's a "prime" lens and a lot of photographers prefer them over zooms.

We were being considerate in case someone was unfamiliar, at least I was.

 

[Duder]

thanks for the info guys.. starting to looks like i am not going to be able to get what i need.. i was thinking about spending around $1000.. not sure i want to drop a few grand on a camera right now

50d is 1,149 with a 28-135mm lens. It is a great walk around lens.

You could also go to the T series for under a grand. It is possible. I can link to my Flickr page if you want samples with the lenses and camera combos I've mentioned if you'd like.

 

[Garfed]

I get the Canon 5D or 7D, and L is a 70-200 lens. This will cost you before, in the long run, you'll be glad you get results...

 

[bama29fan]

thanks for the info guys.. starting to looks like i am not going to be able to get what i need.. i was thinking about spending around $1000.. not sure i want to drop a few grand on a camera right now

Look at some of the nikon package deals....

D5000 come with 2 lenses, case, etc for $1000.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/cart/view-...GF9JGFNF5,1|U1OTDMZGBVG43J,1|U1YW3X1VCEQDAL,1