I am not a professional photographer and use a base SLR camera (Nikon D3100 with the default 18-55mm lens)  I am planning to visit Switzerland (Mt. Titlis) this month end (i.e. Jan) and expect the temperatures to be very low (around -10 C or so)  I wanted some tips as well as precautions to be taken while shooting in snow;   Does the battery life become very low in snow? (My camera is around 1 year old) Do I need any accessory to protect the lenses while shooting in snow ? Should I remove the battery from the camera each time I finish shooting? I just have the standard camera case. Should I carry any zip pouch or extra bags as well?
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I’m going to Queenstown, NZ in a couple of weeks and want to take my (very new, very precious) Canon 7D with me. I’ve done a little bit of research on how to protect my baby from cold climate (e.g. ) and found that the biggest problem is probably going to be condensation. Some suggestions have been to place the camera in a plastic bag or letting the camera gradually adjust to the new temperature or placing silica gel in the camera bag to absorb moisture. I am leaning toward the latter at the moment because it sounds like it’s the easiest, so I was just wondering if anyone has had any experience in this matter and could share their wisdom.  As an alternative I could take my Canon 350D, as I really wouldn’t care if that got damaged in the snow. However I’m a film student and tend to take just as many videos as photos – hence why I really want to take the 7D. But I would seriously regret it if it got damaged… dilemma!   So as I actually haven’t used a question mark in the body of text, I will specify that the question is: What safety precautions should I take when taking photos in the snow?  Cheers.
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I recently received a Nikon D3100 as a gift. My main interest is capturing images of parts of my body for dental imagery, personal 'snaphots' (yes I know a bit unusual with an actual camera), human faces etc..   I have always been very displeased with passport photos as I could never see my facial expression when taken in a studio but this time I have an opportunity to choose what image i take. I have read that this camera can be 'live' controlled from a PC. This might be necessary to see the image i'm capturing.  What I'm mainly concerned about is the basic features that I would need to know to create an appropriate passport photo in terms of focus, lighting and quality.  NOTE: This question is regarding the basic aspects needed to take an appropriate close up photo of the face. The other thread (which is not mine anyway) purely discusses connecting the camera to a laptop display. Also that question was asked 4 years ago and I have just received my camera.
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I have a Canon EOS 550D. Right now I only have some standard lenses, and I'm looking to buy a Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX II 11-16mm F/2.8. (I love landscape photography and photography in nature in general.) I want to try using a circular polarizing filter, and I've been looking at the Hoya Filter Circ Pol DMC Pro1 77mm. I can see that the "slim" version is cheaper than the regular one, however, I'm not sure what the difference is. Can any of you tell me which would one be preferable for landscape photography? (I found a thread posted about this some years ago but I would like to hear what you guys think, knowing what camera, lens and filter I'm thinking about combining.)  All feedback would be very much appreciated! :-)
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I just picked up photography a few months ago as a hobby (not planning to go professional at all), but will be getting good gear and glass over time. Right now I have a T3i, which I'm considering upgrading to a 7D or probably a used 5d Mk II next year.  For my next lens purchase, I'm considering a 70-200 L lens, I'm just not sure which one to go for.  I'm deciding between the 70-200 2.8 L with no IS, or the 70-200 f4 L with IS.  My thinking is the following:   While I do not plan to photograph weddings or anything like that, I do plan to use the lens to take pictures of my kid on school plays over the years, so I'm guessing the 2.8 would be useful there? He's not on school yet, but I hear flash is not allowed there? How would the f4 fare in such situations? I have the 18-135 kit lens with IS...I turned off the Image Stabilization on the lens, and was able to take decent pictures handheld with not-so-fast shutter speeds (1/15, 1/20's), although I do NOT have a good pulse. Would being able to do this translate well to using the 2.8 with no IS? Most of the shooting with the 70-200 will probably be done outside..just that case of shooting plays or a concert or too.   So..what should I do? Anything I'm not considering?
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I would like to know whether it is possible to photograph moon without any flaws with a canon EOS 550d..   Also to get an image of the moon as close as the following image, what kind of equipment(lens,etc) is need to be used with the 550d Body
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I have planned to travel sightseeing at Jungfrau mountain in Switzerland.  Since I have checked with many weather forecast website on my trip date, they said the weather probably be cloudy, partly sunny and the temperature is about -5 °C.  I came from the warm climate (always hot) country, Thailand. So, I am not sure about how to dress suitably for the weather like this.  So, I would like to ask the suggestion for the way of dressing. Moreover, Do I need to bring any medicine to prevent or cure in some case?
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I am an amateur photographer as far as event photography is concerned. I have done private event shoots only for my family and friends (weddings on two occasions and few new born and other small events).  Last weekend, I was invited to do a wedding photo shoot for an office colleague in local Bay Area, California. Apparently, they did not find any professional photog on a short notice, so they called me as they know I am a good photog.  I spent about 6 hours at the event in total and additional couple of hours in post-processing the pictures. I showed them some selected pictures and they loved them. They do not want any prints or albums. They just want soft copies of the selected photos. And now I have to tell the total price of my service.   I am not really sure how much I should charge for this event.  Any help in suggesting how I should go about determining the price of this service would be appreciated.  I don't know if this will help but here's what I shot with: Canon 5D MII, Canon 24-105 f4 IS, Canon Speedlite 430EX II and on the spare Canon T3i, Canon 50 f1.8.
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I am looking at trying to buy a long range lens for shooting animals and nature. I'm kinda new to photography and am not sure which brand or size I should be looking for. What features are important and what will I get from different price points? I also would like to get a macro lens for really close shots — is that possible with the same lens?  I have a nikon d3000.
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I'm trying to get an idea of which Yongnuo flash will fit my requirements. I'd like to have a flash to pair with my SB-900 with TTL support for use both on and off camera (Nikon CLS-compatible). My camera is the Nikon D7000.  Power and flash zooming are not really important to me.  I'd be much happier with answers that let me understand Yongnuo's flash lineup. Thank you in advance!
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Hi I am a photography hoobyist. At the moment I am using a Nikon D3100 with the standard kit lens (18-55mm). I am interested in taking photos of the moon. I am debating whether to buy a 55-200mm lens or a 55-300mm lens. Which one would be better?  P.S I am on a tight budget and I am looking for a lens for personal use, not commercial.  Would appreciate any answers!  Thank you!
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Two years ago I bought my first DSLR. Since then I have bought and inherited some lenses. What should I buy next, a better body or more lenses? I enjoy photography but I do it fewer than I'd like (not enough time). I am not planning on selling photos nor services, just doin' it for fun.  This is all my equipment:   Nikon D60 Kit lens 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR      Filters: Circular Polarizer and ND-400 Very crappy tripod, before any body or lens I will buy a better tripod.   As you may have noticed I've inherited some pretty old lenses from my father (also a great old film camera, but I don't use it). I use them on full manual mode as  implies on a similar case.  So my question is, should I invest in a new body or still add some more lenses? Which body? Does it make sense for me to go for a full-frame body (I guess that no)? Which lenses would you recommend to add to my equipment? and the more important question: Should I buy first a new body or a new lens?
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So I just got this Nikon D3100 Camera.  And I am trying to take a picture using autofocus with the kit lens(18-55mm).    The system is in Auto mode, AF-A, single frame and the lens A-M switch is on "A",  VR is "ON".  When I press shutter half way down, focus confirmation light in lower left corner of viewfinder neither lit nor blinks(hear clicking). When I press the shutter all the way down, the shutter seems locked (hear clicking, but shutter not released).    The manual says the shutter will lock itself if it can't get focus. But the place is well lit and have distinct color and I can easily focus using my old Canon.    The camera works fine in manual focusing, but I can't get it to take picture under auto-focusing.  I wonder is there something wrong with the setting that I don't know or is that I got a lemon?  Thanks
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I am looking into use cases where the use of a tripod is very effective or necessary.  Though in theory every possible shot can be taken with the help of tripod, in real life I do not think that is feasible and some tend to use a tripod in some shots and not in others.  So are there any specific cases where use of a tripod is always recommended? I am particularly interested with respect to landscape, macro and portrait photography.
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I am new to photography and I was hoping to go take some pictures of star trails this weekend. I just bought this camera this week and I realized that the highest shutter speed is 15 seconds. Is there any way to keep it open longer? I don't think this camera supports bulb mode.
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Where can I find information about maximum allowed lens weight for my camera?  I'm asking because I have an opportunity to get an old Soviet-built 80-200mm lens for my Nikon D3100 for a very attractive price. But then it occurred to me: the lens weighs 960g (more than camera itself) and the camera has plastic body, so could it damage my camera?  Nikon website only list compatible types of lenses, but not maximum weight. I'm pretty sure this particular lens will be OK, but this kind of information would be very useful when considering purchasing heavy lenses.  While I'm asking about Nikon, I think the question will be relevant for any camera brand.
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I am just another guy who just taken up photography as a social hobby who enjoys taking pics of everyday life, social events / parties &amp; some portraits. Need camera for short overseas trip (2-3 times a year), maybe some landscape pics.   I have done some research and have come up a list of main lenses that I am considering and hope you guys can offer some advice / comments to whether I should make those purchases.   Main reason why I chose "third party lenses" 'cos apparently they cost less, newer and are "award winning" - so I don't see the point of spending more for the original canon lens (which some maybe quite old - ie 3-5 yrs).   Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM Lens (day to day lens) Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM (for portrait &amp; bokeh effects) Wide angle lens (any suggestions)   Main questions / comments please...   Q1) What do you think of the lens choices that I have decided to build my kit?  Q2) Any wide angle lens that you will recommend? (third party or canon) or should I get wide angle zoom lens ? Q3) What are your thoughts that I chose all my lens from Third Party instead of Official Canon ones... is that a "smart move"?
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I have never had a proper camera and I have never taken pictures seriously but now I'm starting to feel interested in photography. I would like to start to learn the basics of this art. I don't have that much money to spend and moreover I'm kind of a nostalgic, therefore I was thinking about buying a used film cameras.   I know that maybe a digital one would be better to start, since I could take thousands of pictures without worrying about the film running out, but on the other hand with a film camera I would be forced to think a lot before shooting.  I still don't know what kind of pictures I want to take. I just would like a solid camera, not too big, so I can bring it with me during a trip.    Can I find anything good for less than 50€? I don't know if it matters, but I live in Italy.