Photography News | Issue 54 | photographynews.co.uk Advertisement feature Family and portraits kit 25
Pictures of family and friends will be the most important pictures most of us will ever take, so it makes sense to make sure they are best
you can get. Our suggested two- lens DSLR kit will certainly ensure excellent image quality. This kit also benefits from being very versatile,
with a lens range that covers from wide-angle for interior and group shots to long telephoto so you can take natural candid shots from afar.
CanonEOS 800DwithEF-S 18-55mmf/4-5.6 IS STM
n n The EOS 800D has a host of superb headline features
setting a breeze and provides a high resolution image too. Shooting from low down or
compensation to +/-5EV in 0.3 or 0.5EV steps.
q q Shooting in low-light
that make it a great buy for keen photographers.
conditions is made easier with the camera’s impressive ISO range, which is ISO 100 up to 25,600 – and if the light is very, very low this can be expanded to ISO 51,200. r r The camera’s ability to shoot at an impressive continuous speed of 6fps (frames-per- second) is perfect to catch fleeting moments – you can pick the best shot later. s s As you would expect from a
high up is simple thanks to its vari-angle design and the monitor shows exactly what the lens is seeing, enabling precise compositions. u u The EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS
Resolution is 24.2 megapixels from an APS-C CMOS sensor, and it has Full HD movie shooting too. o o Exposures are handled by a 7560 pixel RGB+IR metering sensor that divides the image area into 63 individual segments to deliver acceptable exposures in the most challenging lighting. The default light measuring mode is evaluative but partial, centre-weighted and spot modes are available too.
STM features 12 elements in ten groups and Super Spectra Lens Coating to defeat flare. This lens uses Canon’s STM for smooth autofocusing.
CanonEF-S 55-250mmf/4-5.6 IS STM
n n This is a compact, wide
Motor) technology focusing is also very smooth and no noise is emitted during the process, which suits video shooters.
range telephoto zoom that lets you pick up distant details or take candid shots without being spotted. The longer focal length range also has the advantage of giving a more flattering perspective of your portrait
v v The risk of camera shake is reduced thanks to the lens’ built-in optical Image
thoroughly modern camera the EOS 800D has Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth, so fast sharing of your images is easy using the Canon Connect app.
q q Its optical Image
Stabilisation and allows sharp shots at shutter speeds four stops slower than you would expect. So, for example, shots at 1/8sec will be as sharp as if you’d shot at 1/125sec.
Stabilisation system gives a potential 3.5EV
p p Fine-tuning exposure is possible with an AE
camera shake correction, a benefit that is even more important given that risk of blurred shots is higher with telephoto lenses. throughout the lens’ focal length range so it’s simple to move in closer for tightly framed portraits without the need for extra accessories. s s The front element of the lens does not rotate during r r Close focusing down to 85cm is possible
t t A three-inch 1040k dot
lock, automatic exposure bracketing and exposure
subjects with the extra benefit of nicely blurring the background. o o Chromatic aberration can be an issue with telephoto lenses where light of
touchscreen makes menu
Canon Shoulder Bag SB10
different colours focuses at slightly different points, but that won’t be an issue with this lens which features an
A good camera bag needs to protect its contents while allowing for quick access, and to have the capacity to take your desired kit. It also needs to be comfortable to carry all day long. The SB10 certainly fits the bill and there is plenty of room for a two-lens DSLR kit with essential accessories like filters and spare memory cards,
plus personal items such as a 9.7in tablet. The main compartment is padded and removable too, and adjustable dividers are supplied so it’s easy enough to tailor the interior to your needs. Its dark olive finish and vintage Canon logo give the bag a smart look, and made from canvas and real leather it will last well.
advanced optical design that includes one Canon UD element. p p Autofocusing is fast and accurate as you would
focusing so there’s no problem using the lens with a polarizing filter.
expect from a Canon lens, but thanks to STM (Stepper
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