Monday, February 22, 2010
Photography Questions; it's all a matter of coin
Monday, February 22, 2010 
I have been really becoming a photography nerd lately and I love it. I believe my aspirations have stretched beyond the capabilities of my current set of photographic gear however. I am looking for some experienced advice.
I currently own a Canon EOS Rebel XS with the stock 18-55mm kit lens. I have borrowed a Canon 50mm prime (which I love) and also a Sigma. I am getting pretty good results with the borrowed lenses - much better than the stock lens. I prefer to shoot without a flash whenever possible as I abhor what a flash can do to most shots. So quick lenses suit me well.
I was thinking about upgrading my camera body to an unreleased T2i (550D) or perhaps something else. I certainly don't have thousands of dollars to spend on a body because I'd like to get some lenses someday as well. It's a nice balancing act. Photography is so expensive, but my kids are growing up and I don't want to miss any moments. The clearer and sharper the shots, the better. Great bokeh. Etc. I know those are lenses... and maybe that is where I need to concentrate?
Someonen once told me to get the cheapest body possible because all the magic happens in the lens. I'd like to know how true this is. Should I just keep the XS and get some great lenses? Or do I need to up the anté on the body to make the lenses stand out even more?
I currently own a Canon EOS Rebel XS with the stock 18-55mm kit lens. I have borrowed a Canon 50mm prime (which I love) and also a Sigma. I am getting pretty good results with the borrowed lenses - much better than the stock lens. I prefer to shoot without a flash whenever possible as I abhor what a flash can do to most shots. So quick lenses suit me well.
I was thinking about upgrading my camera body to an unreleased T2i (550D) or perhaps something else. I certainly don't have thousands of dollars to spend on a body because I'd like to get some lenses someday as well. It's a nice balancing act. Photography is so expensive, but my kids are growing up and I don't want to miss any moments. The clearer and sharper the shots, the better. Great bokeh. Etc. I know those are lenses... and maybe that is where I need to concentrate?
Someonen once told me to get the cheapest body possible because all the magic happens in the lens. I'd like to know how true this is. Should I just keep the XS and get some great lenses? Or do I need to up the anté on the body to make the lenses stand out even more?
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