On Sat, 22 Jan 2000 21:16:47 -0600, Tom Scales wrote:
>I'd be very interested in the opinions of this group on what a 'complete
>setup' of lenses would be. I realize everyone's situation is quite
>different, but I'd like to be prepared for almost anything. I mostly shoot
>kids sports, so that is a defining need for me. For example, the 75-150
>length seems nice, but I'm getting confused on the different versions. I've
>read everything I can find online, but am still confused.
Basic recs (assuming you already have a 50mm prime):
Low end zooms: 35-70/3.5-4.5 and 75-150/4. Adequate if you can get
right on the sidelines,and are shooting younger kids' sports in full
daylight or on VERY well lit fields.
One lens solution: 85-250/5. Slow aperture, but coversmost of teh
range you'll want in one package. Will need a monopod.
Affordable primes: 100/2.8, 200/4 (or 200/5), and 300/4.5. Covers the
range of focal lengths needed, easily hand held for daytime shots,
300/4.5 and a monopod are a great combo
Price is no object: 85/2, 100/2, 180/2, 250/2,350/2.8 - do you need a
lens caddy?
My kid sports bags:
Baseball - 300/4.5 for 900f my shots, also carry a 200/5 for day
games or a 180/2.8 for dusk/night games, either the 100/2.8 or
135/2.8, and the 500/8 mirror. Occasionally use the 50/1.8 for 1st
base action.
Basketball- 100/2.8 as my primary lens, with 135/2.8 and 180/2.8 and
50/1.8 along for the ride. Wish I had an 85.
BBB
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B.B. Bean - Have horn, will travel
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Peach Orchard, MO
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