Which lens for motion

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 10:10 AM

Taking a motorcycle trip and my passenger will be taking photos along the way. Obviously changing lens isn’t an option while moving. So outside of burst mode and luck what lens would be recommended on either a K5iis Or possibly K3II.

JJ

stevebrot · 08-08-2020, 10:27 AM

If you are asking which lenses render more pleasing motion blur, my experience has been that they are all about the same. If you want to know what I would prefer to shoot with from the back of a motorcycle on a road trip, the answer would probably be a Ricoh GR III or either dSLR choice mated to a DA 21/3.2 Limited (AF turned off, Av mode, lens set to hyperfocal).

A budget option might be something like the Ricoh WG-70.

Steve

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 10:32 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

If you are asking which lenses render more pleasing motion blur, my experience has been that they are all about the same. If you want to know what I would prefer to shoot with from the back of a motorcycle on a road trip, the answer would probably be a Ricoh GR III or either dSLR choice mated to a DA 21/3.2 Limited (AF turned off, Av mode, lens set to hyperfocal).

A budget option might be something like the Ricoh WG-70.

Steve

Yes I was asking about equipment and now have another reason to pick up the DA21 thank you so much...

JJ

**robgski** · 08-08-2020, 11:22 AM

For a DSLR, the DA 18-135 is my choice for road trips, lightweight , compact durable, versatile. It offers enough options between wide landscapes or zoomed in on an interesting roadside attraction. Otherwise, the DA 21 is a great prime for many scenes and subjects

The best motion blur comes from panning, with a shutter speed under 500, no matter what lens you choose.

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 11:31 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by robgski

For a DSLR, the DA 18-135 is my choice for road trips, lightweight , compact durable, versatile. It offers enough options between wide landscapes or zoomed in on an interesting roadside attraction. Otherwise, the DA 21 is a great prime for many scenes and subjects

The best motion blur comes from panning, with a shutter speed under 500, no matter what lens you choose.

To late just ordered the 21 lol, but seriously I have enough time to maybe pick up the 18-135 so many choices so little time....

JJ

**Just1MoreDave** · 08-08-2020, 11:58 AM

I took a train trip on the California Zephyr last year and used the DA 18-135 nearly the whole time.

I tried once to take pictures from a moving car with the DA*55. The SDM was too slow to focus.

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 12:10 PM

Originally posted by Just1MoreDave

I took a train trip on the California Zephyr last year and used the DA 18-135 nearly the whole time.

I tried once to take pictures from a moving car with the DA*55. The SDM was too slow to focus.

We have planned stops at a lot of the important photo spots, I’m just trying to make sure we can still capture the surprise shots as we ride...

JJ

**robgski** · 08-08-2020, 01:19 PM

Originally posted by jerryleejr

I’m just trying to make sure we can still capture the surprise shots as we ride...

The great thing about the DA 21, and the K-5, is you'll have a wide enough FOV to take a lot of the scene in, and enough image/pixel quality to crop out unnecessary elements. You can probably get by with ISO 400 and F8 in most situations .

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 01:57 PM

Originally posted by robgski

The great thing about the DA 21, and the K-5, is you'll have a wide enough FOV to take a lot of the scene in, and enough image/pixel quality to crop out unnecessary elements. You can probably get by with ISO 400 and F8 in most situations .

I’ll keep that in mind thanks!

JJ

kypfer · 08-08-2020, 03:19 PM

Hate to put a damper on things, but riding a motorcycle with something hung around ones neck might be considered a little risky by some!
You may not intend to have an accident, but other road users may not be so considerate

A lightweight compact combination of lens/body and a wrist strap would be my preferred setup. Don't rely on the strap and/or the D-rings to support the camera full time. They can/will fray or unwind under the continued movement of the bike (been there, done that). Hang on to the camera, with the strap being there just for insurance.

Have a safe trip

**jerryleejr** · 08-08-2020, 05:34 PM

Originally posted by kypfer

Hate to put a damper on things, but riding a motorcycle with something hung around ones neck might be considered a little risky by some!
You may not intend to have an accident, but other road users may not be so considerate

A lightweight compact combination of lens/body and a wrist strap would be my preferred setup. Don't rely on the strap and/or the D-rings to support the camera full time. They can/will fray or unwind under the continued movement of the bike (been there, done that). Hang on to the camera, with the strap being there just for insurance.

Have a safe trip

It would have a lanyard, but I know what your saying...

JJ

08-08-2020, 10:10 AM	#1
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774	Which lens for motion Taking a motorcycle trip and my passenger will be taking photos along the way. Obviously changing lens isn’t an option while moving. So outside of burst mode and luck what lens would be recommended on either a K5iis Or possibly K3II. JJ

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08-08-2020, 10:27 AM	#2
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	If you are asking which lenses render more pleasing motion blur, my experience has been that they are all about the same. If you want to know what I would prefer to shoot with from the back of a motorcycle on a road trip, the answer would probably be a Ricoh GR III or either dSLR choice mated to a DA 21/3.2 Limited (AF turned off, Av mode, lens set to hyperfocal). A budget option might be something like the Ricoh WG-70. Steve

08-08-2020, 10:32 AM	#3
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774 Original Poster	Originally posted by stevebrot If you are asking which lenses render more pleasing motion blur, my experience has been that they are all about the same. If you want to know what I would prefer to shoot with from the back of a motorcycle on a road trip, the answer would probably be a Ricoh GR III or either dSLR choice mated to a DA 21/3.2 Limited (AF turned off, Av mode, lens set to hyperfocal). A budget option might be something like the Ricoh WG-70. Steve Yes I was asking about equipment and now have another reason to pick up the DA21 thank you so much... JJ

08-08-2020, 11:22 AM	#4
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,817	For a DSLR, the DA 18-135 is my choice for road trips, lightweight , compact durable, versatile. It offers enough options between wide landscapes or zoomed in on an interesting roadside attraction. Otherwise, the DA 21 is a great prime for many scenes and subjects The best motion blur comes from panning, with a shutter speed under 500, no matter what lens you choose.

08-08-2020, 11:31 AM - 1 Like	#5
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774 Original Poster	Originally posted by robgski For a DSLR, the DA 18-135 is my choice for road trips, lightweight , compact durable, versatile. It offers enough options between wide landscapes or zoomed in on an interesting roadside attraction. Otherwise, the DA 21 is a great prime for many scenes and subjects The best motion blur comes from panning, with a shutter speed under 500, no matter what lens you choose. To late just ordered the 21 lol, but seriously I have enough time to maybe pick up the 18-135 so many choices so little time.... JJ

08-08-2020, 11:58 AM	#6
Just1MoreDave Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Aurora, CO Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,340	I took a train trip on the California Zephyr last year and used the DA 18-135 nearly the whole time. I tried once to take pictures from a moving car with the DA*55. The SDM was too slow to focus.

08-08-2020, 12:10 PM	#7
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774 Original Poster	Originally posted by Just1MoreDave I took a train trip on the California Zephyr last year and used the DA 18-135 nearly the whole time. I tried once to take pictures from a moving car with the DA*55. The SDM was too slow to focus. We have planned stops at a lot of the important photo spots, I’m just trying to make sure we can still capture the surprise shots as we ride... JJ

08-08-2020, 01:19 PM	#8
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,817	Originally posted by jerryleejr I’m just trying to make sure we can still capture the surprise shots as we ride... The great thing about the DA 21, and the K-5, is you'll have a wide enough FOV to take a lot of the scene in, and enough image/pixel quality to crop out unnecessary elements. You can probably get by with ISO 400 and F8 in most situations .

08-08-2020, 01:57 PM	#9
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774 Original Poster	Originally posted by robgski The great thing about the DA 21, and the K-5, is you'll have a wide enough FOV to take a lot of the scene in, and enough image/pixel quality to crop out unnecessary elements. You can probably get by with ISO 400 and F8 in most situations . I’ll keep that in mind thanks! JJ

08-08-2020, 03:19 PM	#10
kypfer Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Jersey C.I. Posts: 3,595	Hate to put a damper on things, but riding a motorcycle with something hung around ones neck might be considered a little risky by some! You may not intend to have an accident, but other road users may not be so considerate A lightweight compact combination of lens/body and a wrist strap would be my preferred setup. Don't rely on the strap and/or the D-rings to support the camera full time. They can/will fray or unwind under the continued movement of the bike (been there, done that). Hang on to the camera, with the strap being there just for insurance. Have a safe trip

08-08-2020, 05:34 PM	#11
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774 Original Poster	Originally posted by kypfer Hate to put a damper on things, but riding a motorcycle with something hung around ones neck might be considered a little risky by some! You may not intend to have an accident, but other road users may not be so considerate A lightweight compact combination of lens/body and a wrist strap would be my preferred setup. Don't rely on the strap and/or the D-rings to support the camera full time. They can/will fray or unwind under the continued movement of the bike (been there, done that). Hang on to the camera, with the strap being there just for insurance. Have a safe trip It would have a lanyard, but I know what your saying... JJ