Lens recommendations for a beginner in photo/videography?
I own a Nikon D3300 with the standard 18-55 Nikkor that came with the camera when I bought it. I'm enrolled in film school and it's about to begin shortly, so I'd like to know what kind of lenses I would probably need for shooting videos. We will cover commercials, documentaries, some photography, short films, etc. I've been told to get a wide angle lens by a few people, but I'm thinking of a zoom lens as well… Anyway, any recommendations? Please explain in simple terms since I probably won't understand most of the technical jargon and I'm still a beginner. Thanks in advance.
Added (1). B K: I've learned about lenses and focal lengths and finished the first year of film school (sorry if my talk of being a beginner sounds like I haven't learned anything, but by rights I'm still very much a newbie compared to my classmates) and the 18-55 has been enough so far. But I was advised to get new lenses since second year will be more intense. I know I'd need new equipment sooner or later, and I'd like to buy them now since I'm on holiday and they're a lot cheaper in my home country.
Added (2). B K: Yes. I've tried to get more information on what projects we'll do next, but the best I got is "documentaries and short films." So definitely nothing crazy like wildlife or sports just yet. I guess I'm looking for an all-around lens that can fit multiple purposes? Sorry for the lack of information, but thank you anyway for your answer and consequent updates.
Can I point my Nikon d5300 up at the sun?
I've been into photography for a few years now and I just recently upgraded to a Nikon d5300. All of my other cameras have been "point and shoot" so they weren't very expensive. Now that I have a very nice dslr, I want to make sure that I take very good care of it. I've been trying to do some research, but haven't found any definitive answers.
And when I say "pointing it up at the sun" I mean at sunset/sunrise. I like to take a lot of golden hour photos. I already know not to point a camera up around the noon hour of the day. I have the Nikkor 18-140mm lens and the Nikkor 50mm lens, are these safe to use in the sun? Also, I do have UV filters on both lenses ( I know they don't do much, but I'm using them for protection right now until I can get some better filters)
Sorry if this is a novice question, but I just want to make sure I'm doing the right thing for my camera. Any tips would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
I just recently bought a 55-200mm Nikkor lense from B and H Photo and Video. And it won't work. I'm and amateur, an aspiring photographer, as in I'm 17 years old and need help!
I literally got my lense in the mail yesterday. It took about 15-20 pictures, then stopped working. Completely. It won't even attempt to focus. Its not making a squeaking sound, just like a clock sound (like its focusing but it doesn't) when I push the button halfway down. The camera and my kit lense will work fine. But this one won't do a thing. I've tried blowing and trying to get dirt out, and putting it in AF/AF-E lock. Nothing. And I have a wedding in two days and don't have the money or time to get a new one! Someone please help!
Can I shoot astrophotography with a 50mm lens?
I have a Nikon D5200 and the Nikkor 50mm 1:1.8G lens and I really want to start astrophotography. I don't have money to buy the real lens but I was wondering if I could use this lense because it can go to infinity. Also can you give me some tips on how to actually shoot the pictures.
Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 vs nikon 55-200mm?
Which one has better quality for video and pictures?
Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 vs nikon 55-200mm? - 1
Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 vs nikon 55-200mm? - 1
Will the this lens fit the NIKON D5200?
Will the this lens fit the NIKON D5200?
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Why aren t there more versatile lenses available for APS-C and Full frame cameras?
Nikon has a 16 - 85mm for DX. And there's 18 - 105 I think. Is it impossible to make a 14 - 100? Would it be too big? Too expensive/difficult to make? Result in loss of sharpness or distortion? Or is Canon and Nikon and Sigma and Tamron and everyone else scared that if they give us a lens that is too versatile they would lose business? I get that pros would have dedicated pro lenses for ultra wide, primes, big zooms, etc, but there's a very big consumer and enthusiast market frustrated with having to spend lots of money on many lenses and having to carry them around.
I'm using this camera for a variety of purposes (videos, nature photography, sport photography, etc), so I need a lens that will be fit for all of them! Right now I'm using the lens that came with the camera, which is a DX VR AF-S NIKKOR 18-55mm 3.5-5.6 II. It works alright, but for me, I need something with greater zoom capabilities. I'm looking at getting another lens with a max focal length of 200mm. I'm a college student (film school), so I do not have a ton of money to spend. Basically, I'm wondering if I would be better off getting an 18-200mm lens and selling my 18-55mm lens, or just getting the cheaper 55-200mm lens and keeping my 18-55mm lens as well. I know there are tradeoffs in both scenarios, but the bottom line is that I need a lens with better zoom capabilities. I'm on a budget, so I don't have many options, but I feel that one of these two would be my best bet. Please give me some advice as to which direction I could go and any suggestions are appreciated!
I have a nikon d5300 and i wanted to know which lens is good for like wedding, parties, engagement pictures & just for like shoots on people. I needs to be a nikkor af lens. Let me know! & thanks.