Need an affordable lens for Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D I just received this camera body as a gift. Can anyone recommend an affordable lens for an all purpose use? I really can only afford up to $200. I am planning on getting a better quality lens when I have learned how to use this camera. Keep in mind that I have never used a DSLR before.Thanks! Need an affordable lens for Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D I just received this camera body as a gift. Can anyone recommend an affordable lens for an all purpose use? I really can only afford up to... » Read More Need an affordable lens for Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D I just received this camera body as a gift. Can anyone recommend an affordable lens for an all purpose use? I really can only afford up to $200. I am planning on getting a better quality lens when I have learned how to use this camera. Keep in mind that I have never used a DSLR before.Thanks! « Show Less
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My recommendation would be the 50mm 1.8. Good standard focal length (although closer to 75mm with the smaller sensor). It is under $100.00 new. Short depth of field, great for portraits. Every Canon owner should have this lens. No zoom mind you, so it requires a little more work to get the shot you want. This lens is good, fast, and cheap.
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For under $200, I like Tom's suggestion of the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS. Its pretty good for the money - about $155 new - and offers image stabilization to help avoid camera shake blur.
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I second the recommendation for the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens. It is about the only inexpensive lens that will perform up to the capabilities of the T1i sensor. and/orThe Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Auto Focus Lens - Refurbished is the kit lens that normally comes with the T1i. Buying it refurbished will save you about $20.
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The Canon Rebel T1i can use any Canon EF or EF-S mount lens ever made although some old third-party film era lenses may suffer from incompatibilities. What other Canon lenses are you interested in using? There are FD-to-EF/EOS mount adapters for old manual Canon FD mount lenses but there are too many drawbacks to using FD lenses with modern EF mount cameras that its probably not worth the trouble. FD lenses were designed to sit closer to the film plane than is possible with EOS cameras so an adapter needs to include a corrective optical element in order to achieve infinity focus which tends to degrade image quality to an unacceptable degree. The Canon Rebel T1i can use any Canon EF or EF-S mount lens ever made although some old third-party film era lenses may suffer from incompatibilities. What other Canon lenses are you interested in using? There are FD-to-EF/EOS mount adapters for old manual Canon FD mount lenses but there are too many drawbacks to using FD lenses with modern EF mount cameras that its probably not worth the trouble. FD lenses were designed to sit closer to the film plane than is possible with EOS cameras so an adapter needs to include a corrective optical element in order to achieve infinity focus which tends... » Read More The Canon Rebel T1i can use any Canon EF or EF-S mount lens ever made although some old third-party film era lenses may suffer from incompatibilities. What other Canon lenses are you interested in using? There are FD-to-EF/EOS mount adapters for old manual Canon FD mount lenses but there are too many drawbacks to using FD lenses with modern EF mount cameras that its probably not worth the trouble. FD lenses were designed to sit closer to the film plane than is possible with EOS cameras so an adapter needs to include a corrective optical element in order to achieve infinity focus which tends to degrade image quality to an unacceptable degree. « Show Less
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I'm also trying to decide if the Canon XS or XSI is right for me. I own the original 6.1mp Canon digital Rebel slr and am wondering if now is a good time to upgrade? I used to shoot primarily landscapes while traveling, but am doing more portraits now that I have kids. The Digic III processor definitely caught my attention, but I'm wondering how much of a difference in the cameras will I notice?
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If money is a concern, try the "fantastic plastic" or sometimes called the "nifty fifty". That's the Canon EOS 50mm f/1.8. Great lens. Best optics per dollar, for sure. Only complaint people have had has been about the quality of background blur when shooting wide open. I haven't had an issue personally, it's acceptable for the price. It IS rather ugly compared to the quality of bokeh on the f/1.2L .. But you can buy 15 of the 1.8s for the price of the 1.2, so that's to be expected. The 1.4 has had some great reviews as well.
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Hi Technology Guy,I liked you responses to the questions asked by fellow buyers. You may find me moron asking this but I searched quite a bit on google but did not get any definite answer. Could you help me decide if it is wise to buy T3i (600D) with "Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Telephoto Zoom Lens" and do not buy "EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens"? OR if I need to have both lenses to start with. Thanks in advance.
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Sad. Now that the T2i can be purchased at the same price, I'm afraid Nikon will lose out to Canon. I'd prefer the Nikon if the price was better, but at the same price, I think I'm leaning toward the T2i. I will wait a few days to make the purchase, but if it was today, I'd have to buy Canon.
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I too have wanted to buy a T2i for a while, ever since I noticed the announcement in February. Then, it was seemingly always out of stock at Amazon. Perhaps I haven't waited long enough, or maybe it just wasn't meant to be. Although I have bought 5 Canon cameras over the years, and I considered myself a Canon loyalist, I am beginning to wonder if maybe I should buy a Nikon as my first digital SLR.
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You should have went with your original pic.All you get here is a bunch of canon ads.Any camera mentioned turns into buy canon.Ive been a pro for over 40 years.I use Nikon. Canons are about the same.In point and shoot Its a different game.Just a word of caution. Protect the lens.When not in use KEEP IT IN A CASE!Putting it your purse or pocket will let dirt into the lens.That's why everyone says my lens stopped working after a few months.You bought the inferior camera.Sorry
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I have used this lens very successfully with my Canon EOS T3i. I hope that you have the same experience. Bob
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i have the d3100 and i love it. since you're a beginner on a budget save the $ and get the cheaper d3100, and stay with the kit lens it comes with. the d3100 can take wonderful photos, and handles very well. the kit lens is a good lens, great for beginners. once you're more advanced with your skills, and you've learned some of the manual modes on the camera, then i'd recommend either the nikon 50mm 1.8g or 35mm 1.8g. one thing you might want to consider adding when you get the camera, is a telephoto lens for reach/zoom. the nikon 55-200mm af-s or 55-300mm af-s are great lenses and will give you more reach, so you can be farther away and get in close to your subjects. just something to think about. oh, another reason i like the d3100 over the d5100 for beginners, it's got a guide mode to teach you how to use the camera. very useful! good luck, let us know what you end up getting.
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Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510 with the 14-54 lens is a great combo, you can't go wrong with either one. Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510... » Read More Do you have olympus lenses or will this be your first slr? If it's your first I would say go with the 520 if you have the extra cash. I have the e 510 and use it for everything. I just used it for a wedding and the pictures were amazing! I would put the e-510 up against any other camera on the market in the under $1000 class. The 520 has some features that are tying to attract more point-n-shooters, like face detection with the live view. It also has upgrades that ofcourse we haven't seen so we won't know if they make a big enough difference. If you can wait get the 520, if not the e-510 with the 14-54 lens is a great combo, you can't go wrong with either one. « Show Less
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Since this is your first DSLR I will recomend the Canon 18-135 as a good all around lens. Overtime you may find the need or desire for other lenses like primes and L but to get you started the 18-135 will do a good job.
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So, I'm looking to upgrade from the Canon EF-S 55-250 ISII lens that I currently shoot my daughter's soccer and outdoor nature scenes. I know this is an entry level L, still the price is hard to complain about. How much of a difference from my current lens (on a 70D) will this make, and will I still be able to shoot fairly clean/crisp images @ 200mm without IS? I can use a monopod, so I'm sure that would help. Thoughts?
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This is a basic kit lens. It's not very fast so it's not designed for low light use. Putting a $150 lens on a $1000 body would be like putting cheap tires on a BMW. For roughly the same cost ($200-$300) you could buy a good fast normal lens that would not limit the body and be ideal for low light. If you look at the refurbished or used lenses (and buy through Amazon) you could save a lot, too. I've been very satisfied with used/refurbs through Amazon. Today Amazon has a refurb Lumix 20 mm f1.7 (fast) lens for $260. If I had a Black Magic body that's what I would pair it with for low-light use.
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Thank you for taking the time to answer my question, I ended up buying the Sigma lens and I agree with you when you say that is a great value for the price.So far I'm very happy with this lens, I have used it in both daylight and night time (with external flash) and the results have been excellent with my D5000, the OS is great and focusing is very fast indeed.Again, thank's !George
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Just purchased Canon T2i and am looking for a telephoto lens to shoot the family surfing vacations. Any suggestions???Thanks.
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Aaron D. Locke has nailed it - get an adapter. They have some here on Amazon that are available with Prime. Be sure to read the reviews. BTW, I use my husband's old FD lenses from his AE-1 on my micro 4/3 camera, and I'm enjoying them greatly.Fotodiox Pro Lens Mount Adapter, Canon FD Lens to Canon EOS EF, EF-S Mount Camera such as EOS 7D, 5D, 60D & Rebel T3Opteka Canon FD (Manual Focus) Lens to Canon EOS EF (Auto Focus) Body Mount Adapter with Optical Elements Aaron D. Locke has nailed it - get an adapter. They have some here on Amazon that are available with Prime. Be sure to read the reviews. BTW, I use my husband's old FD lenses from his AE-1 on my micro 4/3 camera, and I'm enjoying them greatly.Fotodiox Pro Lens Mount Adapter, Canon FD Lens to Canon EOS EF, EF-S Mount Camera such as EOS 7D, 5D, 60D & Rebel T3Opteka Canon FD (Manual Focus) Lens to Canon EOS EF (Auto Focus) Body Mount Adapter with Optical... » Read More Aaron D. Locke has nailed it - get an adapter. They have some here on Amazon that are available with Prime. Be sure to read the reviews. BTW, I use my husband's old FD lenses from his AE-1 on my micro 4/3 camera, and I'm enjoying them greatly.Fotodiox Pro Lens Mount Adapter, Canon FD Lens to Canon EOS EF, EF-S Mount Camera such as EOS 7D, 5D, 60D & Rebel T3Opteka Canon FD (Manual Focus) Lens to Canon EOS EF (Auto Focus) Body Mount Adapter with Optical Elements « Show Less
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I own a Rebel T1i. I'd say E-PL2 is good on its own and definitely not a step down. I'm taking only the EPL2 with me these days, and I couldn't be happier by travelling light.I recommend the Panasonic 20mm f/1.7 lens for use with E-PL2. The 20mm focal length is equal to 25mm on a Rebel. It's a cool walkaround lens that will give you superb shallow depth of field at f/1.7.