Would it be worth getting high quality lenses for this product? Why/why not should I?
572210
I would recommend maybe one or two higher quality lenses, I purchased the extra lenses as well that came with the moon filter, finderscope and the skyX planetarium software by Celestron. All these have come in handy @ one time or another. The Grandkids are still enjoying the telescope when they come tour place in the country.
572211
In my opinion, No. This is a very cheap, although serviceable, telescope. It is not very big and is not conducive to precise settings. It is just not designed to be a top notch scope. Putting expensive eye pieces on it would not help appreciably, but they certainly would improve the view over the EP that come with the scope.
137017
Honestly, there are some available on ebay with buyer protection (but I understand why you would want to get it from the above places instead). The 70-200mm is a great lens, but if you have your heart set on this particular lens you should wait to get this one :)I just ordered one from ebay but I did my research on the seller first.
1333594
I think you would be very happy with it. Only problem is is what ever you see through the lens is what you get. Meaning you can not make your field of vision larger nor smaller. I think fore something like the sky you would do better with a lens that has a zoom on it. Good luck and have fun. Something I would love to be able to do.
861801
Hmm, I guess that I should just take the plunge and get them both.... I have a couple of months before the wedding, so that will give me enough time to save for both....talk about a huge chunk of change, but then again, the lenses are worth the investment! Thanks to both of you for the advice!!!
417818
I am happy with mine. Unless you are going to spend the value of the camera base on a lens or more, should be fine.
1561298
when u r spending that kind of money, go for the L lens. It just makes more sense. The difference in optical quality is night and day.
356779
If you don't want to change lenses throughout the zoom range, then it may be worth it. You will have more distortion at the extremes with the 108mm too.
2014516
I think they would be excellent for that purpose. They are very compact and light and the optical quality is good.
1398398
Yes. It might be a touch behind on quality, but it is a very good, highly-reviewed lense for a fraction of the price. Very well built.
604471
There are some really good deals on eBay - Camedia has been good to deal with. The quality of the elns will make a big difference to some, but I got the mid-low end range and have been very happy with them. If you plan to do more outdoor work, they are great. They high end lenses come into play in low-light and closeup conditions. If you just get one lens to start, I'd recommend a 25-70mm zoom. It's a good all-purpose lens.
1790228
Honestly, there are some available on ebay with buyer protection (but I understand why you would want to get it from the above places instead). The 70-200mm is a great lens, but if you have your heart set on this particular lens you should wait to get this one :) I just ordered one from ebay but I did my research on the seller first.
1160042
I would buy the ones with the electronic contacts. That way you can adjust the aperture. The lower priced models don't have the contacts.
1953232
No. The poor quality of this lens will not produce sharp, clear, impressive wow type photos. My opinion is to save up for a better quality lens.
624644
The short answer is "You get what you pay for." Not all glass is created equal. Less expensive lenses often prove to have inferior glass (greater distortion, higher chromatic dispersion, etc.) If your images don't require the kind of detail that higher priced lenses provide, then go with the less expensive lens.
1958586
If you can afford it go for it. Canon L lenses are great lenses. I was told by a well respected pro when I started to always get the best glass you can because body will change but good glass will always serve you well
796877
In terms of optical quality the lens is soberb, period. Focus maybe an issue becouse of a internal noise that it makes sometimes, direct sound could be a problem. I sugest to you do a test in a store or rent one. I did not make any test myself, in the moment it arrive I make some shooting around the house and start use it. A classic lens for portraits.
143456
It depends on your equipment and needs. My suggestion is to rent one from BorrowedLenses, they do have it and try it out before buying. I have done this with some recent L series lens purchases. It was much easier to make a decision on those fat lenses.