Recent content by FunkyMunky

Thanks for the video mate. Very useful info there. Ill practice those techniques with my current kit lens and see how I go with that. That should help me make a decision from there. I already have the 50mm f/1.8. I imagine you would only use that for potrait shots and close ups. I have...

Hi guys. I have an issue with my current kit lens (18-55), in that its a very slow lens and does not have IS functionality which means I cant shoot in any low light situation without a tripod. I am looking to buy a new lens and having been looking at either a fast lens (Tamron 17-50 f/2.8) or an...

Thanks for the info mate. Very useful indeed. You are right - I definitely need to improve my technique and Im hoping some new equipment will aid me in doing that. Just quickly, any reviews on the Tamron 17-50 in a low light situation? I have been advised that because it is a faster lens...

Hi guys. I currently own a 40D and looking to upgrade from the 18-55mm kit lens. I would prefer something with a decent zoom range, prefrebly starting from either 17 opr 18mm. I would also prefer that the lens as IS functionality as a lot of my shots suffer from camera shake (always try and...

Sorry to hijack the thread, but Im also really interested in this topic. I currently own a 40D with the 18-55 kit lens and Im looking to upgrade. I was pretty much set on the 17-85mm IS USM... until I saw this thread. Now it seems that the 18-55mm IS is the way to go. From what I have read, the...

:lol: Was waiting for that one. Thanks for the welcome guys. Hoping to learn a lot about photography here. Quick question - I am looking to upgrade from my kit lens to a 17-85mm IS USM but after doing some research on this forum it seems that the 18-55 IS seems to be a better option...

Hey guys. Recently moved to London from Sydney for a change of scene and get some travelling done. Bought a 40D with the 18-55 kit lens and the nifty fifty for the trip and Im happy to say Im givving the thing a good workout. The only problem is... I suck. :( Hopefully my skills will improve in...