https://forums.cameratips.com/categories/canon-t2i/p1/feed.rss Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:20:56 +0000 Canon T2i Forum for Beginners en-CA https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3711/tamron-17-50-recommendation Fri, 26 Apr 2019 14:51:45 +0000 mcdaless 3711@/discussions
I noticed on your site you recommend the Tamron 17-50. Is it the non-VC version or the VC?

Thanks]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3676/starting-point Sun, 23 Dec 2018 13:01:25 +0000 Mkelly92 3676@/discussions Thank you,
Melissa Kelly ]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3650/off-camera-flash Sun, 16 Sep 2018 18:56:34 +0000 chang 3650@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3634/cheat-card-question Fri, 10 Aug 2018 03:19:35 +0000 rickjkd 3634@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3630/help-school-dance-low-light Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:35:36 +0000 tlam0322 3630@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3061/lens-suggestion Sun, 05 Jun 2016 03:54:57 +0000 drewcarb 3061@/discussions I have a Canon 75-300mm and a 50mm f/1.8.
I'm a teacher and my director said there are some extra funds if I'd like to purchase a new lens (I am also in charge of the yearbook and I take all the sports events photos). I think my 75-300mm is great for the outside sports (I do use the Tv setting just about the same as on your cheat cards), I just have trouble with the indoor ones (volleyball and basketball). I also take lots of portraits shots at events and group team pictures. What new lens should I purchase? She's allowing me up to about $500. I was thinking of the 50mm f/1.4. The 50mm lens I feel already forces me back quite a bit for group/team photos, so I don't think I want to be shoved back any further. Will the 50mm f/1.4 be much of a difference from the 50mm f/1.8 I have? Any thoughts or suggestions since I have this "free" money coming?
Thanks! ]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3601/good-sd-card Tue, 22 May 2018 18:24:47 +0000 sheribusell 3601@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/466/which-settings-for-fashion-photography Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:24:07 +0000 capturethemoment 466@/discussions @Moose - So happy to have discovered this forum, it is fantastic! Hello to everyone else! I just recently purchased my T2i (550D) camera and I am such a novice at present, that turning the camera on and off is my specialty. :)

I would like to use the camera to take photos of fashion models in regular indoor and outdoor settings. I would like the detail and vibrant colors of clothing to really 'pop/stand out' (for use on a website gallery).

I have the standard EF-s 18-55mm IS II lens. Please advise me in simple terms where and how to go about changing camera settings for my above requirements. Thank you in advance for your time and help.]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3561/tamron-150-600-lens Sun, 18 Feb 2018 14:51:35 +0000 Gebby 3561@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/1180/photos-of-lights-at-night Thu, 11 Oct 2012 20:14:27 +0000 chellebelly 1180@/discussions Thanks for all the help.
]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/1556/struggling-with-shots-of-flying-birds Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:15:34 +0000 Splash 1556@/discussions
Any ideas for the correct settings to help increase my success rates? I have been trying the sports setting as well as Tv setting with a fast shutter speed and Al Servo with a very low success rate.

- Pat]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3475/shutter-speed Sat, 07 Oct 2017 18:49:13 +0000 margy 3475@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2943/cheat-cards Thu, 25 Feb 2016 19:56:09 +0000 pardsie 2943@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3450/my-camera-is-possessed Thu, 07 Sep 2017 17:37:15 +0000 kstepps 3450@/discussions I've taken out the battery and memory card several times and replaced them but the camera just keeps taking pictures.
How can I make this stop?]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/339/best-setting-for-portraits-with-canon-50mm-f-1-8 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 23:09:11 +0000 danvyn 339@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2821/shooting-through-a-telescope Mon, 23 Nov 2015 05:27:16 +0000 shaggy56660 2821@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3098/where-to-find-t2i-manual Sat, 16 Jul 2016 21:30:14 +0000 caroline8407 3098@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3086/flashing-busy Wed, 06 Jul 2016 15:53:28 +0000 Rhonda 3086@/discussions Thank you,
Rhonda]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3047/lens-to-buy-or-buyback Tue, 17 May 2016 20:18:24 +0000 icetoken 3047@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/3035/what-lens-to-buy Sat, 07 May 2016 00:53:08 +0000 LisaMelton 3035@/discussions However, my question is what lens to upgrade to for family portraits, newborns and such?
I have the Canon T2i with the kit lens, EFS 55-250mm zoom and 50mm f/1.8 lens. I need some better glass for clarity of images!

A couple of photography friends have raved about the 18-200mm and
35mm 1.4L lenses.

Prime and zoom I know, so I can't compare really, I just really need some direction from a Canon pro. I want clearer pictures!

Thanks!
Lisa



]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2220/upgrading-my-t2i Thu, 21 Aug 2014 03:24:24 +0000 vitaminc396 2220@/discussions
1. Any suggestions on the 3 mentioned bodies?
2. I have read of concerns on the 70D and AF issues.
3. These are the lenses I have. Will they work on the 3 mentioned bodies:

18-55mm IS f/3.5-5.6
55-250mm IS f/4.0-5.6
17-55mm IS f/2.8

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Michael]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2922/trouble-with-focus-on-sport-setting Wed, 10 Feb 2016 01:43:00 +0000 Bevhoward 2922@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2851/settings-for-indoors Sat, 26 Dec 2015 21:38:07 +0000 hclr 2851@/discussions
Thanks in advance, Sean]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2795/cheat-cards-for-18-135mm-lens Sat, 31 Oct 2015 16:00:40 +0000 SBaker777 2795@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2789/is-canon-18-135mm-stm-lens-fully-compatible-on-550d-t2i Mon, 26 Oct 2015 23:44:45 +0000 rahulmamtora 2789@/discussions I am from India. I have Canon 550D (T2i) with kit lens of 18-55mm. Now I am planning to buy Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens.
When I approached a camera store, the shopkeeper told me that the 18-135mm with STM lens will not work on 550D, as it is not compatible while recording a video and the auto focus or the uniqueness of a STM lens will not work. He suggested I go for 18-135mm lens without STM instead.
I seek your expert advice.
Thanks,
Rahul V M]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2713/card-full-reading Fri, 28 Aug 2015 18:50:52 +0000 ccnurse4 2713@/discussions https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2642/is-there-a-way-to-save-custom-settings Sat, 04 Jul 2015 17:28:23 +0000 akec 2642@/discussions
Thanks!]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2649/canon-ef-s-55-250mm-vs-canon-ef-50mm Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:58:01 +0000 rexiep 2649@/discussions Canon EF-S 55-250mm. Does it accomplish the same thing as the Canon EF 50mm? I am just wondering if there is any reason I should get both lenses. Thanks!]]> https://forums.cameratips.com/discussion/2602/need-advice-on-a-telephoto-lens Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:08:01 +0000 DebraM63 2602@/discussions
Any recommendations on a good starter telephoto lens for a setting such as this? I will be walking around taking pictures. I would imagine we won't be able to get too close to the horses.

The time of day will be 3-7pm, so lighting will be probably bright to starting to get into dusk.

Thanks!
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