Recent content by wheresthetorch?

Fortunate to have this girl stop by for a rest in the garden. (I'm a total beginner, and took the picture through glass on a rainy day, so apologies for quality!)

I took the plunge and purchased a Tamron SP series 70-300 DI VC USD. I've not had the chance to take it out yet, but here's a quick test shot from my study window. Thanks for all the help and advice.

North Yorkshire, a few years ago.

Stunning! The evening light really shows off her colours.

One of my favourite birds. Lovely pictures.

Thanks for the welcome. I've already had some great zoom lens advice in the beginners' forum. :ty:

A few shots from the Autumn Show at Laughton Showground, East Sussex, trying out my 'new' DSLR.

Thanks you @Mintchocs and @andrewc - I will check out the Canon 55-250 mm IS II as well. Lots to consider now - I appreciate everyone's help. (y)

Yes, looks promising - thanks.

Many thanks @swanseamale47 and @Sangoma - I think you've both recommend the same lens!

Thank you for this advice. So if I upped my budget to say £200 for a used lens, would that stretch to something reasonable? If so, any recommendations?

Thank you - do let me know when you remember which model it is, as I've seen a few Tamrons available at my budget.

Good afternoon. I've recently inherited a Canon eos100d with 18-55 kit lens, and have really enjoyed using it. I've decided to sell my bridge camera to fund the purchase of a secondhand zoom lens. I'm thinking of something like a 70-300, which I understand would equate to 480mm with the...

Hello from East Sussex. I've just inherited my father-in-law's Canon eos100d, with 18-55 kit lens. I've never owned a digital SLR before (though I used to have a Minolta 35mm SLR) but having used this for a few days I've already put my bridge camera up for sale! I'll be looking to buy a used...