helen_manton

A quick question what is the difference between anUSM lens and a non-

USM lenes.

i understand that they are quieter and quicker to focus so is it

better (or any point) in getting a USM lens for when shooting

wildlife?

i have a Canon 300D camera with two lenses:

canon EF-S 18-55 f/3.5-5.6

Canon EF 75-300 f/4.0-5.6 III

i would like to get a polasier and a UV filter - but firstly i have

no idea what make and secondly what type of filter i need. does

anyone have an idea?

i am a beginner, soon to set off backpacking in well-developed

countries. whats best a film or a digital SLR?

i was thinking digital as i can see what i have taken and ther is

no 'lost' shots. can't i just take the camera and the memory cards

with me?

I guess I didn?t give enough information. (an earlier post was made

about this subject for those who need info)

Right, I am planning to go travelling backpack kinda style. It will

initially be a year in Canada, several months in the United States

then probably a year or more in Australia and New Zealand.

Like someone said, the world is a big place and I want to go to

different places so I only have one opportunity to take that photo.

I prefer the natural world (e.g. wildlife and landscapes) but I am

not omitting architecture, cityscapes and people plus maybe some

macro as a possibility).

I am wanted to shoot both black and white as well as colour and

thinking really prints for my walls and maybe others.

So what equipment, do you suggest?

Oh, I have until the end of this year at least to practice on and

budget isn?t too much of an issue but I would prefer to spend as

little as possible for the best quality. An I already have an aps

point and shoot, so SLR is the idea.

Thanks for all your help

Helen Manton

i am plaaning to go travelling for some time. i am a beginner, but i

want to take as little as possibile with me for the greates results.

can't decided a 35mm slr or a digital one or what type of lenses

can you recommend something for me

cheers

Helen