Lenses for horse events indoors

[avante]

I'm in the same boat, but have purchased the 20D. I have a lens question and not sure where to post it. Actually, I haven't figured out how to start a new thread.

I would like to get the Canon 70 - 200 2.8. and save the cash by going mono or tripod instead of IS since I'm starting from scratch. I haven't found the same scenario in search. I'm mostly shooting horses in indoor arenas for winter shows. I will pick a spot to stand for the most part and catch everyone over a particular jump, or section.

Suggestions? Thanks!

[lostdoggy]

I'm in the same boat, but have purchased the 20D. I have a lens question and not sure where to post it. Actually, I haven't figured out how to start a new thread.

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It easy just go to the main page select the topic and goto forum tool and select start new thread.

[Jon]

If you're planning to work from one spot, you might want to consider a fast prime, say the 85 f/1.8, 100 f/2 or 135 f/2. The extra stop may help out in poor lighting (which you will get!). For that matter, you probably want to have a fast 50 in your bag too, since you're shooting indoors where there'll be less room and possibly crowds at the rail if it's a popular event.

[avante]

Thanks. Good suggestion on the primes too. I'm renting a Canon 2.8 and testing with the IS on and off and on a tripod and monpod to see what I'm most comfortable shooting. So far each time I've tried to save money and cut a corner I've been disappointed with the results. Geeze, I could buy another horse for what the business setup is costing. Ah well!

[Jon]

On the tripod, you may find it keeps you too far away from the rail, plus getting in the way of passers-by. I'd figure on going with the monopod, possibly with some shock cord to secure it to the rail for convenience.