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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This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge. https://www.facebook.com/PhotoByJamesPhotograohy?ref=hl This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge.... » Read More This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge. https://www.facebook.com/PhotoByJamesPhotograohy?ref=hl « Show Less
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You'll got a lot more answers on the Digital DLR or Photography forums.Anyways, the T1i is fine. You'll need an ultra-wide angle lens like the Canon 10-22mm or equivalent, a sturdy tripod (not the $25 ones) and likely need an external flash like the Canon 430EX.
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The kit lens is pretty cheap and probably the best Rebel kit lens to date. Plus its optically stabilized and, as you note, it'll help you get an idea what lens you'd like next so why not?
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Thanks for the feedback. I ended up getting the Canon 17-55/2.8IS. It was more expensive, but I had come across some extra money. I've had that lens for several month now and it's awesome. The zoom range is excellent, it's great having f2.8 through the whole range, and the IS adds probably at least 3 stops. It's very sharp when I do my part, especially when it's stopped down a couple clicks. I would still love to get a lens like I described in my OP, but I'm looking at a wide angle zoom and a better telephoto lens before that one.
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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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I have the Canon 40D. I have the 70-200L lens, but that's the only L lens I have. I haven't regretted the switch.I've found the X-T1 image quality surpasses that of my 40D, but I wouldn't know about the 50D. I believe the X-T1 might be on a par with the 5DII or III, in terms of image quality, given that the X-T1 has the APS-C sensor and not a full frame sensor. There is superb glass available for the X-T1 and all the fuji X cameras. But no one can say that another person should switch. If you have a lot invested in Canon glass, it might be foolish for you to start investing in a lot of new lenses. All I can say, is that I am very happy switching to the fuji system. I have the Canon 40D. I have the 70-200L lens, but that's the only L lens I have. I haven't regretted the switch.I've found the X-T1 image quality surpasses that of my 40D, but I wouldn't know about the 50D. I believe the X-T1 might be on a par with the 5DII or III, in terms of image quality, given that the X-T1 has the APS-C sensor and not a full frame sensor. There is superb glass available for the X-T1 and all the fuji X cameras. But no one can say that another person should switch. If you have a lot invested in Canon glass, it might be foolish for you to start investing in a lot... » Read More I have the Canon 40D. I have the 70-200L lens, but that's the only L lens I have. I haven't regretted the switch.I've found the X-T1 image quality surpasses that of my 40D, but I wouldn't know about the 50D. I believe the X-T1 might be on a par with the 5DII or III, in terms of image quality, given that the X-T1 has the APS-C sensor and not a full frame sensor. There is superb glass available for the X-T1 and all the fuji X cameras. But no one can say that another person should switch. If you have a lot invested in Canon glass, it might be foolish for you to start investing in a lot of new lenses. All I can say, is that I am very happy switching to the fuji system. « Show Less
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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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dpreview.com does very extensive testing, you should check them out. I think a lot of the choice depends on what you want to do over your photography life as once you get a camera you start buying expensive lenses and become entrenched (Canon or Nikon). In my own experience, I've found Canon's formats to be a little more use friendly to non-professional photographers. But people who have been photographers for years, tend to gravitate to the Nikon standard as it has some better personal customization on the higher end.
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which canon model are you comparing the d3200 to? t2i? t3i? t4i? for the most part nikon and canon beginner dslr cameras are equivalent, the brand/model won't matter much. they have thier strengths and weaknesses, but overall they're pretty much the same. your best bet is try to go hold a few different models/brands in your hands, see which ones resonate with you. and good glass (lenses) is far more important than the camera body itself, as it has the biggest impact on image quality. so if possible underspend on the camera body and overspend on glass. a good 50mm f1.8 prime lens is a great compliment to the provided kit lenses.
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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'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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I have the canon eos t1i. From what I read, all of my lenses are compatible between the t1i and the t5i. I have been considering an upgrade and lenses were the least of my worries.
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I have a canon and it was one of the best lenses I ever used for the price. I bought a canon 18-200 and gave mine to my son and have thought about getting another. I think as long as you get the one for your camera you can't go wrong.
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Most prices I have seen for the Canon brand is around $650. If you can get it cheaper than this tameron by all means get it. I bought this for my Nikon it's a great lens I only bought it because it was a nice lens at a cheaper cost.
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Yes this lens works great on a T3i I have the T2i and get incredible resaults on all of the T?I cameras it will work I believe anything EOS for that matter the EF-S lenses are designed to work on all crop sensor cameras are they an "L" series by no means No they are not as optically perfect, they are not starting at $ 900-$27000 I know the 3 i have blow the ef series out of the water on crop sensors an EF on a ful frame is incredible I own a prime 50 mm EF lens 90 mm on a crop sensor its to tight close up and not wide enough for big pictures artistically its perfect I am used to zoom lenses really wide or super tight. The EF-S lenses are awesome in my book. Yes this lens works great on a T3i I have the T2i and get incredible resaults on all of the T?I cameras it will work I believe anything EOS for that matter the EF-S lenses are designed to work on all crop sensor cameras are they an "L" series by no means No they are not as optically perfect, they are not starting at $ 900-$27000 I know the 3 i have blow the ef series out of the water on crop sensors an EF on a ful frame is incredible I own a prime 50 mm EF lens 90 mm on a crop sensor its to tight close up and not wide enough for big pictures artistically its perfect I am used to... » Read More Yes this lens works great on a T3i I have the T2i and get incredible resaults on all of the T?I cameras it will work I believe anything EOS for that matter the EF-S lenses are designed to work on all crop sensor cameras are they an "L" series by no means No they are not as optically perfect, they are not starting at $ 900-$27000 I know the 3 i have blow the ef series out of the water on crop sensors an EF on a ful frame is incredible I own a prime 50 mm EF lens 90 mm on a crop sensor its to tight close up and not wide enough for big pictures artistically its perfect I am used to zoom lenses really wide or super tight. The EF-S lenses are awesome in my book. « Show Less
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Hi Mr. Hewitt (I wonder if we have any relation?) Anyway, for a true beginner (as in you've never used anything but a point-and-shoot) I'd recommend you get a Nikon D40 and an 18-200 VR. Keep the 18-55 kit lens, you'll find it lighter when your just taking snapshots of the family or whatever. The D40 is an excellent starter camera, it has almost all the tweaks of this much more expensive camera without the weight and cost. The D300 has many advantages over it, but I really feel you'll learn a lot faster with a simpler camera, and step up to this when your ready. I actually started out with a D40 a bit over a year ago, it made starting out quite fun. The 18-200VR will follow you as a great lens on the D300 too, and you can use any newer AF-S lenses on it. If you have older AF-D Nikon lenses lying around that you want to use, a D80 is also a good place to start. It's easier to make the custom tweaks you'll learn about in your photography classes on the D80, but it still has Auto modes as well to get you started. Checkout www.kenrockwell.com, especially his recommended camera page. He's a bit more eloquent than I am. And I wouldn't be so fast to recommend the D60 to anyone, it's just the D40x's guts (plus active D-Lighting, but without the other enhancements of the D300/D3) with a different name stamped on it. I wouldn't recommend the D40x or D60 to anyone, they exist to fill a price point to compete with Canon. If your eyeballing either, jump to the D80 and don't look back.