marian_engelland

<p>Thanks for the responses. I have a D-SLR. Just wanted to know where to start with the settings and to bracket from there.</p>

<p>I want to take some photos of my kids holding strings of Christmas lights in front of the tree and not use the flash. How should I set up the camera? I have a tripod (but my 15-mo. old twins won't be too still.)</p>

 

<p>Tom - I know - not very "manly" bags, huh?! But yes, they are big enough for a serious camera - I was surprised at how much space there is. And space for extra lenses.</p>

<p>I have the Canon Rebel XTi, which I've owned for 2 years, now. The only lens I have is the Canon EF 50 mm. I need a zoom to take better indoor shots of groups of people. <br>

I am a mom of 4 girls (4, 2, and 7-month old twins), so they are my main subjects - indoors, at the park, on trips, lots of people pictures. I also love to travel, and intend to take some more travel pics once the kids are a bit older (and we can actually go on vacations to interesting places.) I love taking indoor shots with natural lighting. I've gotten some great ones with my 50mm which some people have thought professional. :)<br>

So, I've read reviews on the Sigma 18-50mm lens, (which a professional photographer friend recommended to me), and also the Sigma 17-70 mm. Is the main difference between these two the greater zoom? Several mentioned how heavy the 17-70mm is, which I do care about, since I'm already carrying a purse, diaper bag, camcorder, etc., but maybe I can overlook weight if it is indeed a much better lens? <br>

I'm wanting to just purchase one more lens that I can use for many, many years. I love photography, but don't know much, and will always be an amateur.<br>

Thanks for your feedback</p>

 

<p>I bought a cute camera bag off of etsy.com:<br>

http://www.etsy.com/shop/janinekingdesigns</p>

<p>The foam is not as thick as a regular camera bag, which I was slightly disappointed in, but it's definitely better than carrying in my bag from Old Navy, which had no padding! I like my new bag because I can fit my camera and my camcorder in it, and it looks good!</p>

<p>I have owned the Canon Rebel Xti for around 2 years, now, and have been using a 50 mm lens. I am about to purchase the Sigma 10-50 mm f/2.8-4.5 zoom, and wondered if there is anything else I need to buy to go with it. Do I need a pouch? Do I need some kind of lens cover (is this called a filter?) Sorry - I'm definitely a beginner! Any other basic accessories I should order at the same time? Thanks for your feedback.</p>