Hi

[El Pedro]

Just got my first decent camera mostly to shoot holidays, parties and general mayhem.

Picked up a 60D and a Canon 17-55 2.8 a couple weeks ago which worked a treat on a recent trip to Bali for a friends wedding. I wanted to try something with a little more reach so found a used 55-250 on gumtree yesterday and must say it really feels like a massive step down after only having used the 17-55.

If I find the length useful I guess I might buy get one of the 70-200 Canon lenses.

Anyway really just posted here as apparently I can't see most of this forum until I post something. I really am a complete novice when it comes to photography but have already picked up a lot of useful info through trail and error and by scouring the net.

I attached one of my better efforts from the trip.

[mpb]

Welcome to the forum. Lots to learn here, but the best fun is to get out and shoot and use trial and error.

[ricktas]

Welcome to AP, see you on the forums

[ameerat42]

Hi El Pedro (?Pedro).
Join in and we can help. For instance, start a new thread and tell us what you are finding difficult about the 55-250 lens.
That is, why it is a "step down".
Am.

[Kym]

:gday: & Welcome
- lets see some photos in the main CC forums (http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/forumdisplay.php?5) maybe try a competition or 2 and have fun!

[Mark L]

G'day El Pedro, you've found a good place to share and learn.
Here is a good reference place of a "novice" http://www.ausphotography.net.au/forum/showlibrary.php?title=Indexes:New_To_Photography_Book

[GerryK]

Agree with Mark L. This is a great place to learn and expand your skill set. Remember to post. As for the lens. Remember the adage. Lens will last a life time so spend care and target what you really want/need. Bodies (especially now in the digital world) have a finite life.

[rwg717]

Hello and welcome to AP:)
Richard