My gear.... will it work for surfing???

mom2AnH · 11th of June 2010 (Fri)

My older son, Ashton, is participating in the Surfer's Healing camp held in Virginia Beach, VA this August.

What I want to know is, the camera/lens I have ... (listed in sig) will they work for good pictures? I'm assuming I"ll have to use my zoom lens as we won't be able to be in the water with him and I want to be able to catch emotion, etc.

Any tips/suggestions? I know this is a long ways off but if I really need to consider new lens or anything I want to know now so I can possibly save up/look for used?

clarence · 11th of June 2010 (Fri)

Through google I found these pictures from last year...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/surfershealing/
http://gallery.triduo.com/scripts/ex...galleries/27/3

From what I see, it doesn't look like they get too far from shore.

Look into renting a 100-400L - you'll have plenty of light to work with so you don't need a really wide/fast aperture... even 400/5.6 will be fine. Looks like they rent for about $50 for 4 days...
http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/cano...l-is/for-canon

I've got one... great lens. It'll be much better than the 75-300... I had one of those too.

Snydremark · 11th of June 2010 (Fri)

Your gear ought to work just fine. If you have the budget, you might look into the suggestion of renting the ole' 100-400. As long as they're not TOO far out, you'll be able to get some nice catches.

Random boogeyboarder from HI:
400mm, approx 150-250ft out

If you are going to be shooting at many events like this, or get out and shoot other distant subjects this is a really good zoom to consider saving for if it's in your means.

clarence · 11th of June 2010 (Fri)

The Sigma 50-500mm "Bigma" is another zoom that gives good reach, especially with lots of light. Big, but easily handholdable. I had a Bigma too. Although I really enjoyed having the 50mm width, I prefer the 100-400L. I suspect you don't want to swap lenses very much at the beach, so 50-500 might be very practical.

There's a new version with OS that is supposedly even better...
http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/sigm...m-os/for-canon

JoePhotoOnline · 12th of June 2010 (Sat)

Quote:

Originally Posted by clarence

The Sigma 50-500mm "Bigma" is another zoom that gives good reach, especially with lots of light. Big, but easily handholdable. I had a Bigma too. Although I really enjoyed having the 50mm width, I prefer the 100-400L. I suspect you don't want to swap lenses very much at the beach, so 50-500 might be very practical.

There's a new version with OS that is supposedly even better...
http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/sigm...m-os/for-canon

+1, that's what I'd do. 300mm might cut it with lots of cropping, you'll be better off with 400-500.

Mikeroscope · 13th of June 2010 (Sun)

The break in VA beach is not far out. (300ft at most.) If they are at the jetty you could even walk out on the jetty to get the shots. The 100-400 Should work great. Or you could get an underwater housing and some fins.

MMX · 17th of June 2010 (Thu)

100-400 L, 300 L or 400 L (you can also try extenders). And don´t forget a monopod.

mom2AnH · 5th of July 2010 (Mon)

So, I had another idea ....

I'm considering hiring a photographer for an hour or so that day, or seeing if anyone wants some experience/portfolio building experience ..... this way I'm not lugging my camera around with me (might still take it with me though, that's just me LOL!) and I can concentrate on my son and his experience rather than taking pictures....

do any of you think I could find someone who'd be willing to help out?

Mikeroscope · 6th of July 2010 (Tue)

craigslist would be the cheapest, but they might flake. You should probably pay, since surf camp photos won't really build a portfolio.

LouisStone · 11th of July 2010 (Sun)

I shoot with a canon g10 and the standard canon water housing, you could pick up both for around $800

And if you look at my website you will see that this cheap setup does the job

http://louisstonephotography.com/

Sibil · 11th of July 2010 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by LouisStone

And if you look at my website you will see that this cheap setup does the job

http://louisstonephotography.com/

I liked your shots

LouisStone · 11th of July 2010 (Sun)

Thanks Sibil

http://louisstonephotography.com

Tomi Hawk · 11th of July 2010 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeroscope

The break in VA beach is not far out. (300ft at most.) If they are at the jetty you could even walk out on the jetty to get the shots. The 100-400 Should work great. Or you could get an underwater housing and some fins.

Don't forget the boogey-board ..

All that "finning" with all that gear .. akes for a tiring water session ..

mom2AnH · 22nd of August 2010 (Sun)

Wanted to update this post with the few, humble (but not great) pics I got! What a memorable experience for my kiddo!

These pics will still serve their purpose... they will be a reminder of a very special day for my kiddo

Thanks all!

JeffreyVB · 24th of August 2010 (Tue)

Cool pics. Looks like a lot of fun. Saw that camp on the news, it looks like a camp and all the kids looked like they were having a great time.

11th of June 2010 (Fri)	#1
mom2AnH Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,052 IMAGE EDITING OK	My gear.... will it work for surfing??? YES IT WILL! :) My older son, Ashton, is participating in the Surfer's Healing camp held in Virginia Beach, VA this August. What I want to know is, the camera/lens I have ... (listed in sig) will they work for good pictures? I'm assuming I"ll have to use my zoom lens as we won't be able to be in the water with him and I want to be able to catch emotion, etc. Any tips/suggestions? I know this is a long ways off but if I really need to consider new lens or anything I want to know now so I can possibly save up/look for used? __________________ Jenn C&C always appreciated Canon Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm IS, 75-300mm, and the nifty-fifty Last edited by mom2AnH : 22nd of August 2010 (Sun) at 14:06. Reason: updated w/ pics

11th of June 2010 (Fri)	#2
clarence Goldmember Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,180 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? Through google I found these pictures from last year... http://www.flickr.com/photos/surfershealing/ http://gallery.triduo.com/scripts/ex...galleries/27/3 From what I see, it doesn't look like they get too far from shore. Look into renting a 100-400L - you'll have plenty of light to work with so you don't need a really wide/fast aperture... even 400/5.6 will be fine. Looks like they rent for about $50 for 4 days... http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/cano...l-is/for-canon I've got one... great lens. It'll be much better than the 75-300... I had one of those too. __________________ For Sale: 1D Mk III, 1D, T1i, 800mm, 600mm 5D3, 1D4, 7D, 600/4L, 200/1.8L, Sigmonster 300-800mm, 80-200/2.8L MDP, 28-70/2.8L, 85/1.8, 50/1.4, 12-24mm, (4) 550EXs, (4) WL strobes, PW MiniTT1/FlexTT5s/AC3/AC9s LoCo-Photo.com, MaxPreps

11th of June 2010 (Fri)	#3
Snydremark Cream of the Crop Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Issaquah, WA Posts: 12,535 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? Your gear ought to work just fine. If you have the budget, you might look into the suggestion of renting the ole' 100-400. As long as they're not TOO far out, you'll be able to get some nice catches. Random boogeyboarder from HI: 400mm, approx 150-250ft out If you are going to be shooting at many events like this, or get out and shoot other distant subjects this is a really good zoom to consider saving for if it's in your means. __________________ - Eric S.: My Birds/Wildlife (7D, 40D, Canon 10-22 f/3.5-4.5, Canon 24-105L f/4 IS, Canon 70-200L f/2.8 IS MkII, Canon 100-400L f/4.5-5.6 IS, Canon 100mm f/2.8 Macro, Tamron 18-270 DiII PZD, 580EX II) "The easiest way to improve your photos is to adjust the loose nut between the shutter release and the ground."

11th of June 2010 (Fri)	#4
clarence Goldmember Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,180 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? The Sigma 50-500mm "Bigma" is another zoom that gives good reach, especially with lots of light. Big, but easily handholdable. I had a Bigma too. Although I really enjoyed having the 50mm width, I prefer the 100-400L. I suspect you don't want to swap lenses very much at the beach, so 50-500 might be very practical. There's a new version with OS that is supposedly even better... http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/sigm...m-os/for-canon __________________ For Sale: 1D Mk III, 1D, T1i, 800mm, 600mm 5D3, 1D4, 7D, 600/4L, 200/1.8L, Sigmonster 300-800mm, 80-200/2.8L MDP, 28-70/2.8L, 85/1.8, 50/1.4, 12-24mm, (4) 550EXs, (4) WL strobes, PW MiniTT1/FlexTT5s/AC3/AC9s LoCo-Photo.com, MaxPreps

13th of June 2010 (Sun)	#6
Mikeroscope Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: OBX, NC & Snowshoe, Wv Posts: 323 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? The break in VA beach is not far out. (300ft at most.) If they are at the jetty you could even walk out on the jetty to get the shots. The 100-400 Should work great. Or you could get an underwater housing and some fins. __________________ 50D. 28-135 Kit, Nifty Fifty, 24-105 L Flickr

17th of June 2010 (Thu)	#7
MMX Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 418 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? 100-400 L, 300 L or 400 L (you can also try extenders). And don´t forget a monopod. __________________ Canon EOS 40D, Canon EF 28-135 f/3.5-5.6 IS, Canon EF 50 f/1.4, Sigma 120-400 f/4.5-5.6 OS, Canon Speedlite 580EX II Manfrotto 055 XPROB + Manfrotto 322RC2, Manfrotto 679B + Manfrotto 234 Last edited by MMX : 17th of June 2010 (Thu) at 13:29.

5th of July 2010 (Mon)	#8
mom2AnH Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,052 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? So, I had another idea .... I'm considering hiring a photographer for an hour or so that day, or seeing if anyone wants some experience/portfolio building experience ..... this way I'm not lugging my camera around with me (might still take it with me though, that's just me LOL!) and I can concentrate on my son and his experience rather than taking pictures.... do any of you think I could find someone who'd be willing to help out? __________________ Jenn C&C always appreciated Canon Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm IS, 75-300mm, and the nifty-fifty

6th of July 2010 (Tue)	#9
Mikeroscope Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: OBX, NC & Snowshoe, Wv Posts: 323 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? craigslist would be the cheapest, but they might flake. You should probably pay, since surf camp photos won't really build a portfolio. __________________ 50D. 28-135 Kit, Nifty Fifty, 24-105 L Flickr

11th of July 2010 (Sun)	#10
LouisStone Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Perth Posts: 49	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? I shoot with a canon g10 and the standard canon water housing, you could pick up both for around $800 And if you look at my website you will see that this cheap setup does the job http://louisstonephotography.com/

22nd of August 2010 (Sun)	#14
mom2AnH Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,052 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? Wanted to update this post with the few, humble (but not great) pics I got! What a memorable experience for my kiddo! These pics will still serve their purpose... they will be a reminder of a very special day for my kiddo Thanks all! __________________ Jenn C&C always appreciated Canon Rebel XS w/ 18-55mm IS, 75-300mm, and the nifty-fifty

24th of August 2010 (Tue)	#15
JeffreyVB Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: WNC Native, now in Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 933 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: My gear.... will it work for surfing??? Cool pics. Looks like a lot of fun. Saw that camp on the news, it looks like a camp and all the kids looked like they were having a great time. __________________ Canon EOS 1D Mk II \| Canon 24-105 f4L IS \| Canon 100-400L IS \| Canon 70-200 f2.8L IS \| Canon 50mm 1.8 \| Canon 1.4x MK II TC \| Complete Gear List Here

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