topic Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations in EF & RF Lenses

EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

amberwilson430 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:25:55 GMT

So I have the rebel t3i ( old I know but it was given to me) I want to get into portraits, family sessions etc. what lenses would I need for this camera? Or do I need to get a newer camera

Re: What lens do I need?

WCETECH — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:20:33 GMT

Since you are just starting out stick with your Rebel until you find it restricting your creativity, as for lens's what do you currently own? You may very well have what you need to get started without spending any money on camera gear.

Now that aside are your plans to do in studio work, on location, at venues or out in the wild? All of those various locations will have an effect on determining the lens's that you may want to have on hand.

In closing do not hesitate to ask questions, there is no such thing as a dumb question.

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

Tintype_18 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:46:01 GMT

WCETECH has asked valid questions to get us started. BTW, good luck.

"The only dumb question is the one not asked."- Dad

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

ebiggs1 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:56:50 GMT

If it did not come with a kit lens buy the EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

Re: What lens do I need?

kvbarkley — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:01:46 GMT

"In closing do not hesitate to ask questions, there is no such thing as a dumb question."

You haven't been on these boards very long, I see. 8^)

Re: What lens do I need?

amberwilson430 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:14:10 GMT

I have the EF-S 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6 and EF-S 55-250mm 1:4-5.6 IS II

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

ebiggs1 — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:53:07 GMT

"In closing do not hesitate to ask questions, there is no such thing as a dumb question."

Perhaps but there are dumb answers galore! 😀

Re: What lens do I need?

ebiggs1 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:17:31 GMT

You have all you need right there.

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

amberwilson430 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:26:24 GMT

What’s that supposed to mean? I’m just trying to figure out how to get started.

Re: What lens do I need?

amberwilson430 — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:26:55 GMT

So basically I just need to learn the camera and settings etc.

Re: What lens do I need?

WCETECH — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:38:32 GMT

Sounds like you have a good starting point.

Re: What lens do I need?

WCETECH — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:48:42 GMT

Sort of, I would suggest you try to come up with some ideas of how you would alike the shots to come out, see if you can find a friend you can work with and try out some locations, indoors and outdoors to get an idea of what locations you like photographing your friend at.

And a trip to a local library to check out any books you can get your hands to provide some guidance on basic portrait photography.

You are going to make mistakes we all did when starting out so get that worked out before the larger step of doing paid work, you will also want to learn the aspects of running your business.

Just don't try doing it all at once take it one step at a time and have fun while you learn the ropes.

And always remember learn from your mistakes do not let them discourage you and welcome criticism both good and bad.

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

kvbarkley — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:06:24 GMT

Nothing, just some snark. Note the smiley.

Re: What lens do I need?

WCETECH — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:37:30 GMT

I would say you have all you need for now, hold off buying anything else until you find you abilities restricted by your current gear.

And I also always recommend if you need a lens for a certain setup consider renting versus owning, as a business a rental is a write-off.

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

ebiggs1 — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:52:51 GMT

"What’s that supposed to mean? "

It means not all answers will be beneficial so weight them carefully.

Re: EOS Rebel T3i Portrait lens recommendations

ebiggs1 — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:08:11 GMT

"I have the EF-S 18-55mm 1:3.5-5.6 and EF-S 55-250mm 1:4-5.6 IS II"

As I understand your situation now, don't buy anything until you use what you have for a good long while to see exactly what working and what is not working for you. If you go out and buy something either on a whim or by someone's suggestion I guarantee you will be buying twice. Now depending how much money you have that may be either a good thing or it can be a bad thing

Best way to learn your camera and photography is to use it. I will suggest you get DPP4 form Canon; it is free to d/l from the web site. It is a capable editor and is where photos are made or not. I also recommend you set the camera to raw and not jpg. Raw offers far more editing capabilities than jpg ever can. Try to use P mode at first. In DPP4 you can monitor your settings and quickly see what settings are best for the various situations or conditions. About 75% of the time P mode will get you a good photo. When it won't, Tv and/or Av are next. M, or manual mode. is last chance and isn't nearly (maybe 1%) as necessary as it once was.