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EOS R50 Lens recommendations for Kennedy Space Center, Daytona 500

Cameranewbie — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:42:20 GMT

Hi Everyone,

I'm a camera beginner currently using a Canon PowerShot from 2013 and a GoPro Hero 5. I don't take a lot of pictures and videos, but enjoy going on hikes and shooting nature and waterfalls, and have done family events such as weddings before.

I will be going on a trip to Florida shortly and will be visiting the Kennedy Space Center and the Daytona 500. As a result, I have been thinking about upgrading my camera, but don't know where to start. I will be shooting vehicles both stationary and at fast speeds on this trip. Currently I have been thinking about the two options below and looking for advice from more experienced photographers.

Option 1:

* Canon r50 which comes with the RF-S 18-45mm f4.5-6.3 lens

* Canon RF-S 55-210mm f5-7.1 IS STM lens

Option 2:

* Canon r50 which comes with the RF-S 18-45mm f4.5-6.3 lens

* Meike MK-EFTR-C Drop-in Filter Mount Adapter for Canon EF to EOSR with Variable ND Filter and UV Filter

* Canon Telephoto Zoom Lens EF-S 55-250mm - f/4.0-5.6 is STM

Appreciate any advice you can give and thank you in advance.

Re: In need of advice

stevet1 — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:54:23 GMT

Cameranewbie,

This is my first thought, and just off the top of my head:

The R50 is the one constant in both of your Options. The variables are your lens choices.

I think I'd go with Option 3 and pick the 55-250 with an EF-EOS R adapter. Drop the Meilke filters and adapters. For what you want to photograph, I don't think the variable ND filter will get much use. The extra reach and greater light-gathering capability of the 55-250 will help you in the Daytona 500 race.

Steve Thomas

Re: In need of advice

shadowsports — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 04:30:21 GMT

Greetings,

Do you have a budget for the planned upgrade. 😀

Re: In need of advice

Cameranewbie — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 06:34:51 GMT

Hey,

Looking to be budget conscious. For example, I would be able to get the 55-210 used for almost new condition.

Re: In need of advice

Cameranewbie — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 06:35:52 GMT

Thank you for you input. So I can confirm my understanding, you're saying go with option two, but simply replace the adapter with a more basic version.

Re: In need of advice

jrhoffman75 — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:45:52 GMT

If you are getting an EF-R adapter get the Canon version.

Re: In need of advice

stevet1 — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:37:45 GMT

Cameranewbie,

Basically, yes. With the 55-250, you gain one stop of light-gathering ability on the short end, and two stops on the long end. That will be helpful in low-light situations, and as John said, get the Canon EF-EOSR adapter, rather than a third party.

Steve Thomas

Re: In need of advice

Cameranewbie — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 03:23:07 GMT

Acknowledging it is a Canon forum, but are there any specific reasons to not go for a third party adaptor?

Re: In need of advice

deebatman316 — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:51:30 GMT

3rd Party Mount adapters are nothing but trouble. Cause issues communicating with the lens. Causing the camera to lockup or hang for no reason. Not work well with certain lenses.

Re: EOS R50 Lens recommendations for Kennedy Space Center, Daytona 500

ebiggs1 — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 15:47:21 GMT

Whatever you choose don't buy this, "Meike MK-EFTR-C Drop-in Filter Mount Adapter for Canon EF to EOSR with Variable ND Filter and UV Filter". A better solution would be to d/l from the Canon web site DPP4 and learn to use it. Plus it is totally free.

Re: EOS R50 Lens recommendations for Kennedy Space Center, Daytona 500

Waddizzle — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:24:19 GMT

Check out Jared Polin capturing a launch.

https://youtu.be/YZ5ZgtAmcMw?si=oW9VjtXdo-167Q3j