Recent content by Nodpete

I would say yes, or at least a monopod ! Also if you're shooting at noon, I'd use a polarizer filter.

Remember that the polarizer filter works best at 90 degree angles to the sun. And also try to get in the habit of turning it counter-clockwise so that you don't accidentally unscrew it.

Try this link, Steve's reviews and lists just about all the compact cameras. www.steves-digicams.com/best-cameras.

# 3 is the sharpest! 1 & 2 have a fuzzy edge on each letter.

Thanks Linnl71- I do have the Sigma 10-20, I'll try that tonite. I usually shoot in MF, but I just checked the camera and IT IS set on AF, my mistake!

I shoot a lot of sunrise/sunset shots and basically use my Sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6. The problem I'm having is that as the scene gets darker, the lens won't take the shot. I can get the shot up to a point but then the shutter won't click. What lens does anyone use or what is the best lens in...

You might look into the Sigma 10-20mm, there are two versions of it, the older f4/5.6 and the newer f3.5. Both are good lenses. I don't know if they would be fast enough for darker locations, but you'd need a flash anyway.

If it's a Sony lens, it's 55mm, if it's a Sigma, it's 58mm. You should find out what lens it is before you buy.

Just bought one a month ago, for $150 US. GREAT lens! Very sharp. A bit heavy, but it's worth it. I highly recommend buying one. You won't be disappointed!

[URL="http://www.camerafilters.com/pages/lenshoods.aspx"] Try this link, they have all types of lens hoods at a reasonable price.

Picasa is OK, but Faststone has more features and is free too.

I had a Minolta 70 35mm film camera and some nice lenses so I chose Sony because the lenses work on both cameras.