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  1. <p>Set the camera to M.<br> On your camera body, dial in the aperture you want for desired DOF (e.g. f/5.6 or f/8)<br /> Dial in the shutterspeed. Lower shutterspeeds will give you more background exposure, but risks blur due to shake.<br /> Dial in the ISO. Higher ISO will give you more background exposure, but will give you more noise.<br /> Let the flash do its thing with ETTL. Given the settings above it will put out the necessary flash power for correct foreground exposure. There's no need to go through the menus on the flash.<br /> Start shooting. If you find the background is too dark or bright, then adjust the shutterspeed and ISO on the camera body. If you find the foreground is too dark or bright, then set a flash exposure compensation. This can also be done on camera (e.g. Q button).<br> Note that a narrow aperture will cost you light, both ambient (background) and flash (foreground) so that your flash will have to work harder with increased power.</p>
  2. <p>http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/canon_ef_24_105mm_f4_l_is_ii_usm_review/<br> Your picture of the orchid vendor is really nice. Awesome shot.</p>
  3. <p>You should also consider the new Tamron 85/1.8 VC<br> Sigma has announced a new 85/1.4 but it'll be a little above budget.</p>
  4. <p>You are too early for tulips. But the daffodils and hyacinths are out in full force right now.</p>
  5. <p>Note that the 5Ds r does not shoot film.</p>
  6. <p>Looks like this lens fits in-between the pro-grade Canon 100-400L, Nikon 80-400, and Sigma 150-600 sport, and the consumer-grade Tamron 150-600 and Sigma 150-600 contemporary. Lots of choice these days!</p>
  7. <p>What's your budget? What subjects do you like to shoot?</p>
  8. <p>Forget about distance scales. Start using live-view for manual focusing.</p>
  9. <p>60D, 85/1.8 (if you already have 18-55), and a hotshoe flash (e.g. 430EX) with tilt and swivel.</p>
  10. <p>I think you have to decide what you're most serious about. If you are passionate about birds and wildlife, then by all means go for the Sigma 150-500. However you say you're interested in making a buck from photography, and you'll be missing the 56-149 mm range which is crucial for portraiture (which is where the money is).</p> <p>My suggestion is to get the 60D, which leaves more money for glass.</p> <p>Now for a standard zoom. You can go with the 18-55 kit lens. Or how about Canon 15-85 IS. Yes it's expensive (800 USD) but it's probably the best travel and general-purpose zoom lens out there. Personally I went with Tamron 17-50/2.8 non-VC (500 USD). Mine is deadly sharp. I have carried mine to dozens of countries, deserts, jungles, multi-day ski trips at -20C and colder, and it keeps on ticking.</p> <p>Telephoto. Tamron 70-300 VC is certainly a good choice. I have a Canon 55-250 IS and it is a very good lens and superb value. The new STM model is supposed to be even better.</p> <p>I like shooting wildlife and one of my first purchases was a good macro lens. I went with Tamron 90/2.8 (earlier model, before the new VC model came out). It is one of my favorite lenses, and some of my most cherished photos were taken with it. It also doubles as an excellent portrait lens. This lens has taught me a lot about photography. Other excellent macro options are Canon 60/2.8, Sigma 70/2.8, and Canon 100/2.8 non-IS.</p> <p>Note that any of the lens combos I suggest here are very good options both for travel and commercial aspirations. For wildlife - you'll just have to find ways to get yourself a little bit closer!</p> <p>If you end up getting two slow zooms (e.g. 18-55 and 70-300) then be sure to get a prime, even if it's just a 50/1.8. Else you'll be missing out on a big aspect of DSLR photography. Good luck!</p> <p> </p>
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