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  • Newbie – which Canon lens would be best for this type of work?

    Posted by Russ Stevens on January 1, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    Hello Everyone,

    Firstly, happy New Year to you all!

    I hope someone can offer advice. I’m wanting to buy a Canon 7D but am unsure about suitable lenses for the type of work that currently mostly shoot. I realize that IS is important for me, but otherwise I am lost! Here is a video of a recent project that I shot as a promo for someone:

    https://vimeo.com/15653079

    Distance wise, I’m not going to be at the back of a theatre, but I assume a zoom lense would also be advisable?

    Thanks in advance.
    Russ

    Anthony Bari jr. replied 15 years, 4 months ago 3 Members · 3 Replies
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  • Errol Lazare

    January 1, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    It would be best to have a few lenses but if you were to get just one lens I would recommend the Canon 70-200 IS f2.8 If you are really far back you can try getting a 100-400mm as well but i find the 70-200 is the perfect zoom lens

    Errol X. Lazare
    EXL Films
    http://www.exlfilms.com

  • Errol Lazare

    January 2, 2011 at 12:01 am

    I just remembered that Sigma makes a 50-500 canon holster lens. It is a bit slower but has way more range. I have used it, and for video it still looks pretty good

    Regards,

    Errol X. Lazare
    EXL Films
    http://www.exlfilms.com

  • Anthony Bari jr.

    January 4, 2011 at 12:43 am

    A great all around lens is the 16-35mm 2.8, its pricey but great for focus.
    you can get a great wide shot keep most of your shot in focus.

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