Need lens for practical purposes

derekkite · 03-13-2012, 05:43 PM

I needed to take some shots of some equipment in a closet, another of a door, and some close ups of a trim piece. Information to send on for ordering parts, or showing a work site, documenting the state of something before we dive in.

I used my 50mm, but it is too long.

I'm thinking a zoom, maybe 17-70? 16-45? Any suggestions?

Adam · 03-13-2012, 05:48 PM

Get one of the high-quality F2.8 zooms. I would make my choice from among these three:

DA* 16-50mm vs. Sigma and Tamron 17-50mm F2.8 Comparison - Introduction - PentaxForums.com

For product photography, keep in mind that it is equally important to have a good lighting setup!

Marc Sabatella · 03-13-2012, 06:00 PM

Do you not already own a zoom? Something in particular about the kit lens you think won't meet your needs?

derekkite · 03-13-2012, 06:41 PM

I don't. I got a DAL55-300 with my body and have a growing collection of longer lenses. Ran into this particular need yesterday, and foresee having to do it again.

paperbag846 · 03-13-2012, 06:43 PM

Buy a used DA L 18-55, should not pay more than 60 bucks.

Is all you need.

kaiserz · 03-13-2012, 06:56 PM

I have a DA L 18 - 55 if you're interested.

lytrytyr · 03-13-2012, 07:36 PM

Originally posted by derekkite

I needed to take some shots of some equipment in a closet, another of a door, and some close ups of a trim piece. Information to send on for ordering parts, or showing a work site, documenting the state of something before we dive in.

Wouldn't a point-and-shoot work for that kind of record?

JinDesu · 03-13-2012, 07:41 PM

Erf, I'd say the 16-45 is worth the buck compared to the kit 18-55..

derekkite · 03-13-2012, 07:51 PM

lytrytyr: sure, if I had one

lytrytyr · 03-13-2012, 07:56 PM

You should be able to get a decent one for 60 bucks.
If you only have one DSLR, a P&S is a good backup.

derekkite · 03-13-2012, 08:23 PM

Hmm. Food for thought.

bdparker · 03-13-2012, 09:15 PM

Sigma 17-70 Macro, miniumm focal distance is about 20mm (8")

03-13-2012, 05:43 PM	#1
derekkite Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nelson B.C. Posts: 3,782	Need lens for practical purposes I needed to take some shots of some equipment in a closet, another of a door, and some close ups of a trim piece. Information to send on for ordering parts, or showing a work site, documenting the state of something before we dive in. I used my 50mm, but it is too long. I'm thinking a zoom, maybe 17-70? 16-45? Any suggestions?

03-13-2012, 05:48 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Get one of the high-quality F2.8 zooms. I would make my choice from among these three: DA* 16-50mm vs. Sigma and Tamron 17-50mm F2.8 Comparison - Introduction - PentaxForums.com For product photography, keep in mind that it is equally important to have a good lighting setup! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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03-13-2012, 06:00 PM	#3
Marc Sabatella Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, CO Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,685	Do you not already own a zoom? Something in particular about the kit lens you think won't meet your needs?

03-13-2012, 06:41 PM	#4
derekkite Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nelson B.C. Posts: 3,782 Original Poster	I don't. I got a DAL55-300 with my body and have a growing collection of longer lenses. Ran into this particular need yesterday, and foresee having to do it again.

03-13-2012, 06:43 PM	#5
paperbag846 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,395	Buy a used DA L 18-55, should not pay more than 60 bucks. Is all you need.

03-13-2012, 06:56 PM	#6
kaiserz Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: NoVa The "burg" Photos: Gallery Posts: 899	I have a DA L 18 - 55 if you're interested.

03-13-2012, 07:36 PM	#7
lytrytyr Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by derekkite I needed to take some shots of some equipment in a closet, another of a door, and some close ups of a trim piece. Information to send on for ordering parts, or showing a work site, documenting the state of something before we dive in. Wouldn't a point-and-shoot work for that kind of record?

03-13-2012, 07:41 PM	#8
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Erf, I'd say the 16-45 is worth the buck compared to the kit 18-55..

03-13-2012, 07:51 PM	#9
derekkite Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nelson B.C. Posts: 3,782 Original Poster	lytrytyr: sure, if I had one

03-13-2012, 07:56 PM	#10
lytrytyr Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,310	You should be able to get a decent one for 60 bucks. If you only have one DSLR, a P&S is a good backup.

03-13-2012, 08:23 PM	#11
derekkite Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nelson B.C. Posts: 3,782 Original Poster	Hmm. Food for thought.

03-13-2012, 09:15 PM	#12
bdparker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 307	Sigma 17-70 Macro, miniumm focal distance is about 20mm (8")