I am lost, need lens for dirtbike action shots

dirtbikejunkiedirtbikejunkie Registered Users Posts: 54 Big grins
edited March 10, 2005 in Cameras
I have done some searching, but quickly get confused...

I have a drebel and finally buying a telephoto lens for dirtbike action shots. I am very amateur and don't know much about the tecnicalities, etc.

I am looking for something in the 200-300mm zoom range and that I can grow into. Of course, the most important thing is it is good for action.

Budget is about $600, I prefer to stay on the cheap, but if you can recommend something that is on the high-end but worth the $$ thats ok too.

any ideas?

Comments

  • luckyrweluckyrwe Registered Users Posts: 952 Major grins
    edited March 9, 2005
    I take it these bikes will be on a track at a small distance. I'd suggest the Canon 70-200/4, or a 300/4 (used or off brand).
  • Steve CaviglianoSteve Cavigliano Super Moderators Posts: 3,599 moderator
    edited March 9, 2005
    DBJ,

    I concur with Lucky. The F4L Canon is very nice indeed thumb.gifthumb.gif

    Steve
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  • dirtbikejunkiedirtbikejunkie Registered Users Posts: 54 Big grins
    edited March 9, 2005
    Steve Cavigliano wrote:
    DBJ,

    I concur with Lucky. The F4L Canon is very nice indeed thumb.gifthumb.gif

    Steve

    thanks guys, those were quick replies!

    I think I am going for that 4L. I have found it new for around $550
  • luckyrweluckyrwe Registered Users Posts: 952 Major grins
    edited March 9, 2005
    Buy a filter with the other $50.
  • gusgus Registered Users Posts: 16,209 Major grins
    edited March 10, 2005
    From what ive read i recon you could also look at the Sigma 120-300 f/4. DoctorIt just bought one(thread here some where) & for about $1K i think the 300mm would be a good buy.

    Im buyin' something...dont know what yet but i want some lens.


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