AboutSteve Pearson Expertise Try me for 35mm or darkroom issues. I am a professional photographer in Australia. I work solely in 35mm digital format, after 35 years of colour and monochrome film in many formats. I have darkroom experience and for many years belonged to my local camera club. I conduct photography workshops around the state on any and most subjects relating to photography and often judge photography exhibitions and competitions.
Experience I hold a Diploma of Applied Science in Forensic Investigation, with part of my studies involving photography. I spend most days with a camera and am into digital photography in a big way. I was given my first camera in 1965 and have not been without one since. I spent nearly 20 years as a forensic investigator with my state Police Force, and since retiring a couple of years ago have concentrated on commercial photography - especially weddings.
Expert: Steve Pearson Date: 2/25/2008 Subject: Best Outdooor Canon Lens under $2000
Question I am starting serious photo. and bought a Canon 5D. I love outdoor photo the best, even with people in the shots. What is the best lens I can buy for under $1800 for this purpose, and maybe portaits, weddings etc. I want the quality I read about in the primes. Maybe I can affor 2 lenes this year.
Answer Hi Michael.
Serious photography and 5D belong together. That's one hell of a nice camera. Next on my wish list.
As for lenses - it's horses for courses. The 'L' series lenses are best and coupled with IS (image stabiliser) are the absolute tops.
I'd love to recommend a lens to you but that would be like telling you what car you should drive.
Don't rush into it, especially with such a magnificent camera. Can I suggest that you get on to this web site, join up, and ask a lot of questions. I've been a member for a couple of years and get a lot out of it.
