What is the best lens for capturing NASCAR pictures?

Question

Using a Canon k2 rebel, what would be the best lens to use to get the best pictures of the action? please help...

Answer 1

Go to this page and read and see what suits you. I can't really say, as it depends on whether you are track-side or way up in the stands.

http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Outdoor-Sports-Lens.aspx

I think I'd suggest the 100-400 mm lens shown at http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-100-400mm-f-4.5-5.6-L-IS-USM-Lens-Review.aspx The "relatively small maximum aperture" would not be so much of a problem for NASCAR, as you would be shooting outside on sunny days. The image stabilization would be a real help if you are near other fans in the stands. The push-pull zoom is kind of an old design, but I used to have a lens like this and, once you get used to it, it makes perfect sense for action photography.

Okay, the lens costs TEN TIMES as much as your camera, but I think it's the best.

If you want that same range for less money, consider the Sigma 135-400 ($589).

You might also look into a monopod for your purposes.

Answer 2

here's a link on ebay where you can read reviews of them by ebay members