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I went searching on eBay to see what lenses I could get for my cheapy (now) Canon PowerShot A60. My Canon is only a 2-megapixel camera with a 35mm equivalent of 35mm to 105mm zoom lens.
My frustrations with my camera were two. I wanted a wider-angle lens and a higher ISO. My camera maxes out at ISO 400 and when I use that setting, I get quite a bit of noise. I find that ISO 200 seems to shoot OK.
I have never really needed more than 2 megapixels as I very rarely print photos, but post them on the web. When I post them on the web, I knock them down to about 100K. Otherwise, it takes too long to download them.
I found these lenses on eBay. The deal was one wide-angle adapter, one telephoto adapter and three filters (UV Filter, Polarizing Filter and Fluorescent/Daylight filter) for $65. There is $10 shipping.
The wide-angle adapter should give me the 35mm equivalent of a 17mm focal length lens – Yes! I have been lusting for a very wide-angle lens for some time. The telephoto adapter held little interest, but it comes with the kit. I am also intrigued with the Polarizing filter. It’s something I thought might be interesting to play with.
I ordered them. When they come in, I’ll shoot some photos and you can see what you think. The only drawback is, well two drawbacks actually, I’ll be forced to use the little screen on the back of the camera, as the viewfinder cannot know about the lens I will have attached. The other drawback is I’ll have to get a larger camera bag to carry all my stuff. I’m not looking forward to become a pack mule.
Posted by The Vorlon at July 9, 2006 1:20 PMBoth lenses would work well. With the wide angle len you'll get a much better depth of field. Photos would be much sharper by default.
With telephoto lenses you have to experiment a bit. They generally require better lighting or a slower shutter speed.
Posted by: Depraved Brain at July 10, 2006 12:52 PM