I just purchased a canon 17-55mm lens and the first time I used it I noticed a loud noise coming from the lens when I have the image stabilization turned on. It sounds like a casette tape rewinding for about 2 seconds then a sort of radio static ty...
Do you have to convert an EF-S lens on a cropped sensor camera (60D)? I have searched the forum and not gotten a very clear answer. I am looking at 2 lenses: EF 28mm f/1.8 USM and EF-S 24mm f2.8 STM At first glance they look very similar: only 4mm di...
I would like to get a softbox for my 430 EXII, but I am not sure what size to get. What size works good for family portraits, waist up portraits, or headshots. What is the biggest size possible that will work on the 430 EXII. ThanksJustin
I have Canon 60D and two 430EX II flashes. What is the best way to trigger them wirelessly and still have HSS? When I use the popup flash to control them, my shutter will not go past 1/250. HSS will only work when the 430 EX II flash is on the camer...
The lens only makes noise when I press the shutter button to focus. It lasts for a couple of seconds then stops. I have a 18-200mm kit lens that is the exact same size and weight that also has IS, but it is compeletly silent. I would think a highe...
Take a look at extension tubes. An extension tube will extend your lens away from the sensor and turn your lens into a magnifying glass (you won't be able to focus on far away objects). It will also keep communication between your lens and camera, so...
Thanks for the info. I wondered why Canon would list the field of view for a full frame camera on a EF-S lens that can not fit on a full frame camera. This makes no sense at first, but after reading all of the replys, and watching the videos, it make...
Thanks for the repliesI actually have Sly's book. Its Probably my favorite Photography book. However, The section on softboxes is rather short. He does mention using a softbox with multiple flashes inside for larger softboxes. I want to avoide th...
