RideMotoX559 Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Alright, well I have a Digital Rebel XT and im looking to buy a lens to replace the kit one for all around use. I already have a 70-200 F/4L USM Telephoto that I love, but obviously I can only use that under certain conditions. I wanted to get a faster lens, like an F/2.8 but im only 16 and im not made of money. I was looking at this: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...oughType=search I narrowed it down from a bunch and thought that would be a good everyday lens. I would also get the hood for it. I just wanted to know if anyone had it and thought it was good, bad , etc or could recommened anything better in the same price range. Thanks a bunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiceTea Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Alternatives which would provide more wide angle: Tamron 17-35, 2.8-4 Tamron 17-50, 2.8 Canon 17-40, 4 Canon 17-55, 2.8 (very expensive). Alright, well I have a Digital Rebel XT and im looking to buy a lens to replace the kit one for all around use. I already have a 70-200 F/4L USM Telephoto that I love, but obviously I can only use that under certain conditions. I wanted to get a faster lens, like an F/2.8 but im only 16 and im not made of money. I was looking at this: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...oughType=search I narrowed it down from a bunch and thought that would be a good everyday lens. I would also get the hood for it. I just wanted to know if anyone had it and thought it was good, bad , etc or could recommened anything better in the same price range. Thanks a bunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisricker Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 You might like the Canon 100mm f/2.8 macro or the 17-40 f4L Alright, well I have a Digital Rebel XT and im looking to buy a lens to replace the kit one for all around use. I already have a 70-200 F/4L USM Telephoto that I love, but obviously I can only use that under certain conditions. I wanted to get a faster lens, like an F/2.8 but im only 16 and im not made of money. I was looking at this: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...oughType=search I narrowed it down from a bunch and thought that would be a good everyday lens. I would also get the hood for it. I just wanted to know if anyone had it and thought it was good, bad , etc or could recommened anything better in the same price range. Thanks a bunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelvin KC Chan Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 EF17~40 f/4L USM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denial_of_guilt Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 if you don't have , you MUST buy a 50mm fixed..... imho is always the fastest solution: 50mm f/1.4 USM is perfect with a cheap adapter you could also mount all the old Zeiss/Contax manual lenses... and that's also a great and cheap solution . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molsar Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 yep. Zeiss via M42 adapter rox. and for Canon system u have focus confirmation on some custom made adapters. Zeiss=razor sharp pictures :] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trico Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Hello, I have a 20D and 17-40 F4 L + 70-200 F4 L + 85 F1.8. I love all three and I very happy with them. If you're looking for a fast, sharp prime, the 85 is a great choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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