I was invited by a friend to photograph her wedding in July. I am doing this for no pay ... just for the food, and the photo taking experience I can then put under my belt In any case, the first thing I should probably list is my equipment (everything is Canon unless otherwise specified):
Canon 40D
Primes: 50 1.8, 85 1.8, 100 2.8 macro
17-40 f4L
Sigma 10-20 f4-5.6
Speed-light 420EX w/ diffusor
I don't have many zoom lenses, which can be understandably more convenient in situations like a wedding in Santa Cruz. I have a decent set of Canon's non-L prime lens, all of which would shine in lower lit environments (not sure where the wedding is yet, but I won't be in a church).
The Siggy UWA would be excellent for group photos and things; plus this lens allows me to be really creative. The 17-40 f4L really shines outdoors, or anywhere there is ample light. Indoors, unless brightly lit is pushing it a little.
I would LOVE to get many hands on the Canon 24-70 f/2.8L ... but that costs a pretty penny, new or used. I've always thought about selling the 17-40 f4L, now that I have the Sigma 10-20 for wide angles; use the proceeds from that sale towards the 24-70 f2.8L But for now, let's assume I won't be getting the 24-70.
I know I can rent lenses, but I prefer not to if I can avoid it. It's a weird thing with me, so don't ask :bigsmile:
I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on how the primes would do ... Art, I know you're a prime guy -any experience shooting wedding?
Any tips/ideas anyone has ahead of time regarding any aspects of shooting a wedding in general?
Canon 40D
Primes: 50 1.8, 85 1.8, 100 2.8 macro
17-40 f4L
Sigma 10-20 f4-5.6
Speed-light 420EX w/ diffusor
I don't have many zoom lenses, which can be understandably more convenient in situations like a wedding in Santa Cruz. I have a decent set of Canon's non-L prime lens, all of which would shine in lower lit environments (not sure where the wedding is yet, but I won't be in a church).
The Siggy UWA would be excellent for group photos and things; plus this lens allows me to be really creative. The 17-40 f4L really shines outdoors, or anywhere there is ample light. Indoors, unless brightly lit is pushing it a little.
I would LOVE to get many hands on the Canon 24-70 f/2.8L ... but that costs a pretty penny, new or used. I've always thought about selling the 17-40 f4L, now that I have the Sigma 10-20 for wide angles; use the proceeds from that sale towards the 24-70 f2.8L But for now, let's assume I won't be getting the 24-70.
I know I can rent lenses, but I prefer not to if I can avoid it. It's a weird thing with me, so don't ask :bigsmile:
I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on how the primes would do ... Art, I know you're a prime guy -any experience shooting wedding?
Any tips/ideas anyone has ahead of time regarding any aspects of shooting a wedding in general?