So this morning while photographing the boys painting, my 50mm prime portrait lens broke. I accidentally bumped it into the patio chair when I was sitting down to take pictures. It wasn't a hard bump, but I guess it was hard enough because it immediately started acting weird and making strange noises and then the front of the lens actually FELL OFF.
*sigh* And of course I have a senior shoot scheduled for tomorrow.
I've been checking online and on ebay for any good deals. I'm considering either 1) replacing my 50mm only upgrading to a better model (which would hopefully be a little more durable!) or biting the bullet and paying some big $$ for a Tamron 28-75mm F2.8 lens, which I've had my eye on for awhile. I'm just not sure since I have shoots lined up the next couple of weeks if I should go with what's safe and get another 50 or get the Tamron and just deal with the learning curve.
*sigh AGAIN*
I really need to start purchasing back-up equipment so that when things like this happen I don't have to cancel and reschedule shoots. If anyone out there has a few grand they'd like to donate for me to get another camera body, lemme know and I'll give you my paypal address. :)
Here's a picture I took of Nala just 2 days ago with my 50mm. Notice the clarity and beautifully shallow depth of field. Goodbye dear 50mm friend. I'll miss you. (well, until I buy another one).
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3 comments:
Bummer!!!! Will you still be able to do the senior shoot? Never had thought about your "stuff" breaking or tearing up! Whatcha gonna do?
I had to cancel the session. Stinker is she might have to reschedule w/another photographer because she needs to get hers done ASAP. Grrrrr..
Is "mom" My mom or Steve's mom?
If I had afew extra thousands , YOU would be first on my list for your spare camera parts. Unfortunately, there is always a sporting event or dance recital around the corner that sucks every last dime out of us.we have probably spent enough this past week buying school uniforms ,supplies,backpacks,football cleats etc,etc,etc.....that we could have bought you two new cameras :) but emily is reading this over my shoulder and she said that we could go to the atm machine and pull out as much money as you want.. AH YOUTH IF ONLY IT WERE THAT SIMPLE !!!!!!!!!!!!! Good Luck on your decision
keep us posted
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