sean_okelley

<p>Thanks for all of your responses! I'm wondering why more people aren't recommending the 35/1.8 though. Is it really worth it to spend $600 on the 17-50 instead of $150 on the 35?</p>

<p>I currently have a D7000 with the 18-55, 50 f/1.8, and 55-200 lenses. I am selling my first camera (D3000), and might have to sell the 18-55 to get the price I want for it. My question is: which lens should I get to replace the 18-55, if any? I want to save money, so price is a factor. I know the 35 f/1.8 will be highly recommended, but is that too close to the 50mm? I shoot portraits, landscapes, dogs, etc. Thanks in advance!</p>

<p>I wanted to follow up and show the shots I got. Thanks for everyone's advice. I didnt end up renting extra gear, but used my D3000 and 55-200mm. It was limiting, but the speed wasnt the issue, it was really the quality that held me back (I think). There is major loss of detail in all of the shots and it was hard to get clear pics in the evening match.<br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/media/set/?set=a.893995454013.2363084.23203668&type=1">http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/media/set/?set=a.893995454013.2363084.23203668&type=1</a></p>

 

<p>Knowing the game is not the issue. I've played tennis since i was very young and have some experience shooting my own teammates playing. I'm more concerned about the networking part.</p>

<p>I posted in the sports forum about how I will be shooting a pro tennis event for the first time. I would like some advice on how to meet poeple who are established in the business and how to get into the business myself. Up to this point I have only shot engagement pictures and other shots just as a hobby. Now that I have a chance to meet some pros, I want to make an impression and possibly get some future work.<br />I shoot with a D3000 which I know is a consumer camera and limits my shooting options. When I start making money I will upgrade.</p>

<p>I just got credentials shooting an ITF women's tennis event. I'll be tagging along with a seasoned pro, but I wanted to see if anyone has any good advice. My gear is pretty limited; I have a Nikon D3000 with 18-55, 50, and 55-200mm lenses. Should I rent a better camera? Is there anything else I should bring? Any advice would be appreciated.<br /><br />Sean</p>

<p>I took this over the weekend in Franklin, NC.<br>

<br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4101/4791439559_11f17bd519.jpg" alt="" width="334" height="500" /></p>

<p>This is from my first engagement shoot.<br />36mm, f/5, 1/800s<br /><br /><img src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1179/4721921465_f897748724.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="334" /></p>

<p>This is my first attempt at taking pictures of horse jumping. It was harder than I thought...<br /><br /><img src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1215/4726683233_295c23c06a.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="429" /><br />f/5, 1/2000 sec, ISO 400, Nikon D3000, 55-200mm @ 135mm</p>

<p>Here is a photo taken for a different assignment. It's my wife at a nearby graveyard.<br />The flare is real but the colors have some PP.<br>

<img src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1302/4683497613_79fc169559.jpg" alt="" width="334" height="500" /><br />Graveside Thoughts<br />Nikon D3000, 50mm 1.8D, ISO 400, f/20, 1/10 sec, direct sunlight white balance.</p>

 

<p>Here is my tennis racquet - Babolat Aeropro Drive.<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2705/4451193921_5bff291be5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="500" /><br />Nikon D3000, 18-55mm @ 18mm, 1/20 sec, f/9, +.3 EV</p>

<p>I know there are tons of flowers on here but this is my first post so I thought I'd play it safe. I love Nikon Wednesdays!<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4055/4643474504_bc72521034.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="360" /><br />Nikon D3000 with 50mm 1.8, ISO 200, f/9, 1/125s</p>