How many times optical zoom do I need to take photos of cattle or wildlife at around 150 yards (450 feet) away.
If there is anyone that can explain to me how you convert lenses in millimeters to X optical zoom?
I'd also like to hear what cameras you have that can do the job (also in fading light) and the pros and cons of them. The goal isn't really to get to learn which is the best camera on the market, but rather to try and find out what is the minimum requirements I need. I am considering trying to take my hobby to something more profitable especially since livestock tends to be neglected on shows in favour of the saddle horses where every mother will buy multiple (very costly) enlargements of the little one on his horse.
If there is anyone that can explain to me how you convert lenses in millimeters to X optical zoom?
I'd also like to hear what cameras you have that can do the job (also in fading light) and the pros and cons of them. The goal isn't really to get to learn which is the best camera on the market, but rather to try and find out what is the minimum requirements I need. I am considering trying to take my hobby to something more profitable especially since livestock tends to be neglected on shows in favour of the saddle horses where every mother will buy multiple (very costly) enlargements of the little one on his horse.