Should I buy the Canon Rebel SL1 with this lens the EF-S 18-135 f/3.5-5.6 IS instead of the 18-55 kit lens? Thanks.
494442
I would say yes. I love this lens and it is more versatile than the 18-55 mm lens. I use it a lot for wide angle shots and it also has more zoom to it if you need it. I don't know about the SL1, I have a T3i and T1i and I like the Rebels for the lighter weight. Not disappointed with the pictures I get from it.
494443
That would depend on exactly what you plan on shooting, I find the 18 -135 a lot more useful. You have the same low end of 18 but the 135 give you a lot more versatility on the high end.
494444
Yes by all means. The 18-135 is much better lens with better optics, and the additional focal lenth will come in handy. This lens is also heavier but much better built than the 18-55. Also the lens hood for the 18-135 is a nice petal shaped hood, but the hood for the 18-55 is a complete joke.
494445
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.
494446
I have no experience with the SL1, so I will only comment on the lens. The 18-135 is what you want. It is almost good enough to have only that one lens, at least to start with. I highly recommend it. I have other lenses that I use as well, but the 18-135 can cover ~90% of what I want to shoot in any random situation.
494447
The 18-135mm lens is great for its zoom range which is very good. There are times when you'll want to zoom out all the way for its wide shots, and other times when you zoom in all the way for closeups. The main drawback is that it's wider, longer, and significantly heavier than the 18-55mm lens. It's difficult to stick the lens into a cargo pants pocket, so you better have a good camera bag if you'll be switching lenses on the fly. I haven't tried the SL1 camera, but expect the 18-135mm lens to be heavier than the camera itself. I also recommend you get the petal style lens hood for it if you're extra picky about image quality. The 18-135mm lens is great for its zoom range which is very good. There are times when you'll want to zoom out all the way for its wide shots, and other times when you zoom in all the way for closeups. The main drawback is that it's wider, longer, and significantly heavier than the 18-55mm lens. It's difficult to stick the lens into a cargo pants pocket, so you better have a good camera bag if you'll be switching lenses on the fly. I haven't tried the SL1 camera, but expect the 18-135mm lens to be heavier than the camera itself. I also recommend you get the petal style lens hood for it if... » Read More The 18-135mm lens is great for its zoom range which is very good. There are times when you'll want to zoom out all the way for its wide shots, and other times when you zoom in all the way for closeups. The main drawback is that it's wider, longer, and significantly heavier than the 18-55mm lens. It's difficult to stick the lens into a cargo pants pocket, so you better have a good camera bag if you'll be switching lenses on the fly. I haven't tried the SL1 camera, but expect the 18-135mm lens to be heavier than the camera itself. I also recommend you get the petal style lens hood for it if you're extra picky about image quality. « Show Less
494448
Absolutely. I use the 18-135 all the time. It is more versatile than the 18-55 and the picture quality is very good.
494449
Definitely. The kit lens is adequate if you're a beginner, but the 18-135 is much better in terms of its shutter speed, range and quality of pics. Hope this helps.
494450
I would always choose the 18-135 because the zoom allows so many more ways of looking at things, but its size and weight would defeat the purpose of the SL1, which is to be small and light.
2085593
I use Canon and I didn't find marvelous this lens, just convenient because of the range. Even if it works on that Pentax, I guess your criterion could be sharpness instead of range, and I think the 18-135 WR is a bit sharper than this one, in case you are chasing for a zoom lens.
916481
I have been very happy with the 18-200mm. It was my first lens and remains a workhorse. I have since acquired a 28-135mm as part of a used setup and have yet to try it - there's been no need as the 18-200mm exceeds it in range.
873452
Another option is getting the 50mm 1.8 for about a hundred bucks. Takes great shots and you can still buy the 28-135. I bought my 28-135 used and love having both lenses.
1084343
B. Stoops did you purchase this lens? I'm about to buy the T2i (550D) and am debating to get this as part of the kit or get the 18-55 and potentially buy this one separately later.
956489
I would go with the 18/135 lense . Have had both , 18 is newer , better technology , wider and lighter . Pictures are outstanding
410989
Thanks for the information. I was using a Canon 28-135 IS USM as my walk around travel lens and loved it until it got stolen in an airport! :-( Now I'm in the market for a new lens and I'm leaning towards the Tamron. I've used their lens in my past photography life with my old AE-1 Program and I'd LOVE the 18-270 if I can swing the $$$. I'm hunting eBay as well, as that's where I got my 28-135 and had NO problems with it at all!
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The differences are that the EF 28-135 has a little better build quality. It is compatible with full frame cameras (so if you decide to upgrade your camera it would work where the EF-S 18-135 would not). Another thing to consider is that the EF28-135 has a USM (ultrasonic motor) which makes for much quicker auto focus. Most beginners-novices find this to be a very helpful feature. I would compare the two at a site like the following. (they give the EF 28-135 a better rating too) http://www.photozone.de/
773131
I would say get the 18-55 and use the $150 difference toward a 55-250 while you are starting out. You will probably want something longer than 135mm regardless, and depending on how far you go with your photography, there may come a point where none of the three lenses mentioned in this post is "good enough" anymore. ;)
1850441
I used 28-135 for more than 8 years and was happy with it. Recently, I purchased 24-105 and I was very surprised. AF is fast, image is clear, IS is working very good. 24-105 is excellent lens and much better than 28-135.
182305
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.
773408
So the 18-55 shouldnt be on?? i used it with my 18-55 but i do have a set focal legnth lens i could try too?
582402
No, of course not. I have the lenses 18-55 and 18-200. I choose to buy a lens 18-200 instead of the 55-200 to avoid the lens changing. But in your case you don't need to buy this lens.
2170937
The current kit lens at 18-55mm is wide enough vs. the EF 17-40. Basically you have to ask yourself one major question. Do you plan on going to a full frame camera in the future? If so, then I would consider the EF 17-40 . On the other hand, if you plan on sticking to 1.6X factor cameras, then go with the EF-S 10-22 (16-35mm equivilant)
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Only the 18-55mm EF-S IS STM Lens + EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens are Canon brand. The others (wide angle and 58 mm telephoto) are a brand I wasn't familiar with and actually we haven't used them yet.
1645044
Yes, it will definitely work with with the SL1. It's pretty good for portraits and & flowers. It's just okay at a macro lens. You might want to consider the 50mm. That's a great lens too.
1370484
sorry, don't know anything about an EF-S 18-55 mm.... but from my limited experience with my Nikon and Olympus lenses, the critical thing is the size of the lens...58mm vs 62mm vs 72mm....My Canon 500d works on every 58mm and smaller diameter lenses as long as i have an appropriate step-up ring... good luck...If unsure, try it... Amazon has been very good at returns if there was a problem