Release date for the 18-135 STM lens? Does anyone know when the T4i bundled with the 18-135mm EF-S IS STM Lens, will be available to purchased? Thanks.
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I contacted Amazon yesterday and he said they will get some in 7-10 business days, but I dont know if it will go back "In Stock." I ordered mine on the 6/21.
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hi, I have a question.... I'm not a professional photographer and not want to be, but I would use as a hobby and will go to photography classes.... to take a good photos in the future... soooo... What should I choose... the kit with those lens (18-55mm and 75-300mm ) or only the body with 18-135mm lens ??? and another question... I want to take photos to my brother's surfing. its necessary to buy a 500mm lens??? thanks a lot!
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The T4i is worth it. The new processor, plus the touch screen and video recording time of up to 29:59 minutes are amazing. My advice is if you can afford it, make sure to buy it with the 18-135mm STM lens instead of the 18-55mm non STM. Matched with that lens this camera can effectively compete with some of the more expensive ones. I would get this instead of the T3i
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Please see my response to an earlier question "Is this lens compatible/recommended for Canon EOS 70D?". You've got the same situation with your t4i - a camera that will take EF or EF-S type lenses. This is an EF lens, so it'll work just fine. I continue to be pleased with the one I recently got. Hope this helps.
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I had no trouble using this lens on a T4i. Fits and works great. I think it's also sold as a standard kit lens with both T4i and T5i.
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Hi, for the SL1 I think you should get the EF-S 18-135 STM version. It's slightly sharper. Also, the 18-135 STM version is more versatile and has larger apertures on equivalent focal lengths versus the 18-135 non stm and 18-55.
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The Canon "18-135" IS STM is a OK to Good lens for Video because of the STM. But for Stills it is just OK. There's not a perfect lens out there. I don't buy kit lenses, cause for a little more $$ you get better lenses. BUT, you have to ask yourself, will you change lenses back and forth ? From long zooms/telephoto primes and back to short/medium zooms or primes ? OR, do you like leaving one lens on, or you just don't have a bunch of lenses to switch back & forth. The Sigma starts at 17mm the Canon at 18mm both have barrel distortion, but from 24mm to 70mm, yes the Sigma is better than the Canon, but the Canon has a longer reach to 135mm. DXO Labs has this new Sigma 17-70 Contemporary lens at almost the same numbers/performance as the $1100 Canon 17-55 f/2.8 ! That's how good this lens is. BUT, how well they do on Video Dslr cameras, I don't know ? Hope this helps.
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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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Yes when? I waiting for this 28 days and nothing. So what next?. I check B&H; and they have in stock but with 55-200mm lens kit so I think we have to wait.
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You can buy it with different or no lens so make sure about what you order. The 18-135 is W.R. but some of the others are not.
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I have also read that the 18-135 STM lens is a completely different optical design as well, with much higher edge to edge contrast, compared to the existing 18-135, which was a great all around piece of glass and definitely superior in quality to the kit lens. The 18-135 has also been called a good "walking around" lens in that it is very flexible in helping you get a wide range of shots.So if you want to do video and want the state of the art in 18-135, the STM is the way to go. As far as I can tell, the original 18-135 is NOT USM, so it is not a tradeoff in terms of STM/non-STM for this particular lens. If you were wanting a USM lens instead of STM or non-STM, that's another decision to make. I have also read that the 18-135 STM lens is a completely different optical design as well, with much higher edge to edge contrast, compared to the existing 18-135, which was a great all around piece of glass and definitely superior in quality to the kit lens. The 18-135 has also been called a good "walking around" lens in that it is very flexible in helping you get a wide range of shots.So if you want to do video and want the state of the art in 18-135, the STM is the way to go. As far as I can tell, the original 18-135 is NOT USM, so it is not a tradeoff in terms of... » Read More I have also read that the 18-135 STM lens is a completely different optical design as well, with much higher edge to edge contrast, compared to the existing 18-135, which was a great all around piece of glass and definitely superior in quality to the kit lens. The 18-135 has also been called a good "walking around" lens in that it is very flexible in helping you get a wide range of shots.So if you want to do video and want the state of the art in 18-135, the STM is the way to go. As far as I can tell, the original 18-135 is NOT USM, so it is not a tradeoff in terms of STM/non-STM for this particular lens. If you were wanting a USM lens instead of STM or non-STM, that's another decision to make. « Show Less
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I'm a hobbyist. I'd like to upgrade from the 28-135mm to the 24-105mm, but I'm afraid of spending this much and getting a lens that isn't a "good copy." I'm just not expert enough to know if a lens needs to be recalibrated or something. Is it best for someone like me to buy local and ask the camera store to evaluate the lens sharpness? Or buy from someone like B&H; and ask them to evaluate it before they ship it to me? I resell a lot of lenses, too, and I wouldn't want to resell it some day and have someone complain it wasn't sharp.
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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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Thank you for your interest in our item. In regards to your inquiry, the 55-250mm lens is not the STM version. If you are looking to create a customized package then please contact us directly at 800-991-3350.
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The lens included inside the camera box (18-135mm) is an IS STM lens while the 55-200mm lens is an IS II.
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Do not expect to get anything not in the picture or listed - actually I did not get everything in the picture - still missing one of the UV filters in the listing I got. BE AWARE: If you are going to use the video at all - do not bother with the kit lens or any non-STM lens. They stutter when trying to AF and it's VERY LOUD on the video. Get a package deal with an STM lens instead from the start - I ended up selling my lenses on Ebay and buying the 18-135 STM lens seperately. So stupid! Also, you are likely to get a recalled camera - so expect to be without it for 7-10 days while canon replace the rubber grips - at no cost to you. google the canon T4i recall to check if your camera body is affected - there are ways to see it in the serial number and then go to canon's site to contact them about how to get it fixed. They will send you shipping labels and all, not much hassle, but just so you know.
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Did you ever get a lens? I'm making the same decision now. If so, what did you buy? Are you happy with your decision? Is there anything else you would add that would help me make a decision. Thanks!