Concert lenses...

Brandon James · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

Hey everyone,
So I am thinking that I am going to buy the 30D, which I am really excited about. Anyways, I got a position at this online magazine, Tommy2.net (more pop music based), where I will be dong photography in addition to some other things. It will be a good way to add to my very minimal portfolio.

Sooo, onto my question... I am wondering what lenses you all might suggest for concerts. he concerts will ary from clubs, to arenas, so I need something versatile. I am not sure if I can get both in one lense, but if someone can suggest some good lenses, that would be fantastic. Thanks,

-Brandon

RTMiller · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

I guess it depends on how close you can get. The 24-70L 2.8 will work well if you can get close to the action. The 70-200L 2.8 will work well if you are further away. You just need something fast. At least 2.8.

Brandon James · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

Yea, I can get credentials, so pretty close, thanks for the reply

-Brandon

EORI · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

It also obviously depends on the lighting conditions at the venue. I primarily use a 70-200 2.8IS for my daughters' classical concerts, as I typically take photos from the balcony section, where I can more freely move about, albeit at a distance. Even with the lens wide open, I'm usually shooting ISO 800-1000 there.

You should read what this pro has to say about concert photography: http://photo.net/learn/concerts/mirarchi/concer_i

freakeystyley34 · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

you'll probably want a fast prime too, maybe a 50 1.4 or 85 1.8, as some stage lighting is awful! I've found myself at 1600 at 1.8 a couple of times, just to get 1/100!

gasrocks · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

Since you can get close and are going to do clubs as well, get the efs 17-55/2.8 IS. Run your ISO up as needed.

Brandon James · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

Thanks everyone

Brandon James · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

I have done some research on the efs 17-55/2.8 IS after being suggested this lense. Everything I read was good, except that it is prone to many dust problems. And that it was too expensive, and something about an L series. I am fairly new to photography, so insight from anyone would be much appreciated

-Brandon

René Damkot · 24th of April 2007 (Tue)

I second the 17-55 if you are doing clubs.
If lighting is good, you might be able to get by with only zooms.
For bigger stages a 70-200 is a must IMO.
There is a FAQ in the performing Arts section

24th of April 2007 (Tue)	#1
Brandon James Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 209	Concert lenses... Hey everyone, So I am thinking that I am going to buy the 30D, which I am really excited about. Anyways, I got a position at this online magazine, Tommy2.net (more pop music based), where I will be dong photography in addition to some other things. It will be a good way to add to my very minimal portfolio. Sooo, onto my question... I am wondering what lenses you all might suggest for concerts. he concerts will ary from clubs, to arenas, so I need something versatile. I am not sure if I can get both in one lense, but if someone can suggest some good lenses, that would be fantastic. Thanks, -Brandon __________________ -Brandon http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonsammons

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RTMiller Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Delaware, USA Posts: 1,241	Re: Concert lenses... I guess it depends on how close you can get. The 24-70L 2.8 will work well if you can get close to the action. The 70-200L 2.8 will work well if you are further away. You just need something fast. At least 2.8. __________________ Todd *www.PHOTODDGRAPHY.com* Equipment List Everyone is beautiful if you squint.

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Brandon James Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 209	Re: Concert lenses... Yea, I can get credentials, so pretty close, thanks for the reply -Brandon __________________ -Brandon http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonsammons

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EORI Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: L.A. Posts: 809 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Concert lenses... It also obviously depends on the lighting conditions at the venue. I primarily use a 70-200 2.8IS for my daughters' classical concerts, as I typically take photos from the balcony section, where I can more freely move about, albeit at a distance. Even with the lens wide open, I'm usually shooting ISO 800-1000 there. You should read what this pro has to say about concert photography: http://photo.net/learn/concerts/mirarchi/concer_i __________________ 35 Years of Canon GEAR

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freakeystyley34 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 400 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Concert lenses... you'll probably want a fast prime too, maybe a 50 1.4 or 85 1.8, as some stage lighting is awful! I've found myself at 1600 at 1.8 a couple of times, just to get 1/100! __________________ Canon 30d, 17-55 2.8 IS, 85mm 1.8, 50mm 1.4, Contax 139 and Zeiss 50mm 1.7 (semi) realistic wish-list: 10-22, 580EX. Unrealistic wish-list: 24L, 35L, 85L, 5dmk2

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gasrocks Cream of the Crop Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Portage, Wisconsin USA Posts: 12,505	Re: Concert lenses... Since you can get close and are going to do clubs as well, get the efs 17-55/2.8 IS. Run your ISO up as needed. __________________ GEAR LIST http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...&postcount=842

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Brandon James Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 209	Re: Concert lenses... Thanks everyone __________________ -Brandon http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonsammons

24th of April 2007 (Tue)	#8
Brandon James Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 209	Re: Concert lenses... I have done some research on the efs 17-55/2.8 IS after being suggested this lense. Everything I read was good, except that it is prone to many dust problems. And that it was too expensive, and something about an L series. I am fairly new to photography, so insight from anyone would be much appreciated -Brandon __________________ -Brandon http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonsammons

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René Damkot Moderator Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: enschede, netherlands Posts: 39,385 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Concert lenses... I second the 17-55 if you are doing clubs. If lighting is good, you might be able to get by with only zooms. For bigger stages a 70-200 is a must IMO. There is a FAQ in the performing Arts section __________________ "I think the idea of art kills creativity" - Douglas Adams Why Color Management. Color Problems? Click here. MySpace Get Colormanaged Twitter PERSONAL MESSAGING REGARDING SELLING OR BUYING ITEMS WITH MEMBERS WHO HAVE NO POSTS IN FORUMS AND/OR WHO YOU DO NOT KNOW FROM FORUMS IS HEREBY DECLARED STRICTLY STUPID AND YOU WILL GET BURNED.

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