Suitable Telephoto Zoom for 500D

[Reportage]

actually why not the 70-200 F4L + use a monopod for added stability?

Its basically going back to how things were before IS but it still works. And being an L lens with F4 at 200mm range, the price is pretty nice.

 

[Yoh]

actually why not the 70-200 F4L + use a monopod for added stability?

Its basically going back to how things were before IS but it still works. And being an L lens with F4 at 200mm range, the price is pretty nice.

Monopod ain't suitable for all situations. IS would be more desirable.

 

[Reportage]

depends a lot on the priorities of the user then. having the TS budget, the 70-200 F4 L is definitely the one i`d pick.

rather then F5.6 or F6.3 lenses, F4 lenses are still useful when it comes to high shutter speed yet can keep the iso down even in lowlight situations.

 

[Linerax]

Hi all!

I'm a student too, currently hoping to get a telephoto lens at the end of the year. I'm not too sure how much my budget is, but I'm assuming around $400-$500 at best.

May I know what other options do I have other than the 55-200mm IS? Also, what lens would be ideal if I wish to save up? Would the $400 in difference give me a huge edge in the 70-300mm compared to the 55-250mm?

This may sound like a stupid question, but how much focal length do I need to zoom in on a bird (size of that a pigeon and an egret.) from about 10-20 metres away?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Reportage]

Hi all!

I'm a student too, currently hoping to get a telephoto lens at the end of the year. I'm not too sure how much my budget is, but I'm assuming around $400-$500 at best.

May I know what other options do I have other than the 55-200mm IS? Also, what lens would be ideal if I wish to save up? Would the $400 in difference give me a huge edge in the 70-300mm compared to the 55-250mm?

This may sound like a stupid question, but how much focal length do I need to zoom in on a bird (size of that a pigeon and an egret.) from about 10-20 metres away?

Thanks in advance!

how much depends on what you need.

Try to zoom in the bird so that what the bird is doing fills up your viewfinder.

if your photography foundation is good, the 70-200 F4 L is well priced for the beginner as can say its an all rounder telephoto lens.

 

[Yoh]

depends a lot on the priorities of the user then. having the TS budget, the 70-200 F4 L is definitely the one i`d pick.

rather then F5.6 or F6.3 lenses, F4 lenses are still useful when it comes to high shutter speed yet can keep the iso down even in lowlight situations.

Pros and cons. Unless its 70-200mm f/4 L IS, however that's another different league in price.

 

[Yoh]

Hi all!

I'm a student too, currently hoping to get a telephoto lens at the end of the year. I'm not too sure how much my budget is, but I'm assuming around $400-$500 at best.

May I know what other options do I have other than the 55-200mm IS? Also, what lens would be ideal if I wish to save up? Would the $400 in difference give me a huge edge in the 70-300mm compared to the 55-250mm?

This may sound like a stupid question, but how much focal length do I need to zoom in on a bird (size of that a pigeon and an egret.) from about 10-20 metres away?

Thanks in advance!

Then that's 55-250mm IS for you since it provides you with extra reach with IS. For the budget you've stated, it will be hard to obtain lens such as 70-300mm IS etc.

The difference is clear when you use it on the long end, eg 250mm. With IS, you get more decent shots than those without.

 

[Reportage]

I dont really see how the 70-200 F4 L would have cons?

use techniques to make up for the lack of IS. The picture quaity of an L lens is apparent when used with proper handhold techniques.

one technique is use burst shots if monopod is not available. That way, out of the few shots..one or two will be sharper and in focus.

 

[Yoh]

I dont really see how the 70-200 F4 L would have cons?

Just use techniques to make up for the lack of IS. The IQ of an L lens is apparent when used with proper handhold techniques.

:bsmilie: If 70-200mm f/4 don't have cons, doesn't that make it a perfect lens?

That aside, having IS is always handy than not. While proper techniques can potentially help in obtaining more decent shots, having IS will be even better for low-light situation.

 

[Yoh]

one technique is use burst shots if monopod is not available. That way, out of the few shots..one or two will be sharper and in focus.

No doubt about this, but you're betting your chances on it. There's still a possibility whereby none turns out good when shutter speed is slow and target is moving.

 

[Linerax]

I guess it's the 55-250mm IS for me then! I don't wish to be holding a L lens right now since I'm still 15, and I'm afraid of the attention it might potentially attract. :bsmilie:

 

[Yoh]

I guess it's the 55-250mm IS for me then! I don't wish to be holding a L lens right now since I'm still 15, and I'm afraid of the attention it might potentially attract. :bsmilie:

:bsmilie: Its poisonous. :devil:

 

[neech7]

:bsmilie: Its poisonous. :devil:

I have been poisoned indeed. :bsmilie: Can't see myself getting a non-L anymore after shooting with my 70-200mm f/4L. Solid construction, creamy bokeh, and even little things like having hood and pouch included so you don't need to spend extra for those.

 

[Entertainer]

for students, 55-250 is the perfect lens, in terms of price and weight. performance is good in good light. i still keep it, for travelling. I dont see any other value for money option.

 

[Sivakis]

I dont really see how the 70-200 F4 L would have cons?

use techniques to make up for the lack of IS. The picture quaity of an L lens is apparent when used with proper handhold techniques.

one technique is use burst shots if monopod is not available. That way, out of the few shots..one or two will be sharper and in focus.

It will have cons when you compare it with other higher end lenses. Of course, compared with the 55-250 or 70-300, the 70-200 f/4 L is nothing but pros

Picture yourself (sorry, pun not intended...) in a low-light, non-flash environment and having to hand-hold the shot. With all else being equal (ie. handholding, breathing, bracing, shooting technique), the 70-200-IS will give that extra edge in versatility (in terms of shutter speed, ISO range selection) compared to the non-IS. So that in itself would be a "con", but only if you compare it so.

Still, I do agree that the 70-200/4 is a great lens, IS or non IS.

 

[ianhyk]

for students, 55-250 is the perfect lens, in terms of price and weight. performance is good in good light. i still keep it, for travelling. I dont see any other value for money option.

yup yup! just got the 55-250. it's overall very impressive, except for the vignetting at wide open aperture, which is quite bad. but stopping down one stop eliminates it.

 

[Yoh]

I have been poisoned indeed. :bsmilie: Can't see myself getting a non-L anymore after shooting with my 70-200mm f/4L. Solid construction, creamy bokeh, and even little things like having hood and pouch included so you don't need to spend extra for those.

:bsmilie: Poisonous package comes with premium price tag.