Zoom lens recommendation for Canon Rebel 2ti: Hi Hoggers! My first post, I'm more of a lurker :) My nephew has a Canon EOS Rebel T2i he got from his in-laws about 8 years ago. Being a...

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Sep 22, 2019 07:35:17 #

RKwasi

Hi Hoggers!

My first post, I'm more of a lurker :)

My nephew has a Canon EOS Rebel T2i he got from his in-laws about 8 years ago. Being a millenial, he always took photos of his kids with his iPhone rather than the Canon.

Now that the kids are playing soccer he wants a lens with more reach than the 18-55mm kit lens.

Recommendations? He doesn't want to spend a whole lot. Used, refurbished, new are all options.

Plus I'm a Nikon user so Canon gear isn't something I follow.

THANKS

Sep 22, 2019 07:47:27 #

Gifted One Loc: S. E. Idaho

There is the 70-300 Canon that can be found refurbished and many in the used market. They can be found very affordable. I used that lens on T2i to shoot swimming evens for Grand Daughter. Lots of used Sig & Tamron in 50-500, 150-500 and of course current 150-600.

Lots of great used equipment out there. Shop hard and smart.

J. R.

Sep 22, 2019 08:04:29 #

anotherview Loc: California

Canon EF-S 17-85mm zoom lens. Read about it here: https://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/17-85-is.htm

He may also wish to upgrade to a Canon T7i, refurbished, for better quality images.

RKwasi wrote:

Hi Hoggers! br br My first post, I'm more of a lu... (show quote)

Sep 22, 2019 08:05:21 #

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

RKwasi wrote:

Hi Hoggers! br br My first post, I'm more of a lu... (show quote)

As others say the 70-300mm Canon lens is a very good choice.
I have one and like it very much.

Sep 22, 2019 08:16:30 #

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

RKwasi wrote:

Hi Hoggers! br br My first post, I'm more of a lu... (show quote)

My favorite lens on my T4i and T1i is Sigma 17-70, long enough and fast enough for my uses, I have a 55-250 Canon that seldom gets used.

Sep 22, 2019 08:29:00 #

LarryFitz Loc: Beacon NY

I enjoy my Canon EF-s 55-250 on my EOS T6. I purchase a nice lens case that fits on my belt. Make it easy to change lens. Check Canon Refurb site.

Sep 22, 2019 08:29:24 #

tankdonovan Loc: Tennessee

Canon 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS STM can be had on eBay for around $100 - $125. I have this lenses and it performs very well, I use it on a T5. Going to be upgrading to a T7i and keeping the 55-250.

Sep 22, 2019 08:51:06 #

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Great suggestions already, including the EF-S 55-250. Costing around $500 new, the Canon EF 70-300mm F/4.0-5.6 IS II USM is a bargain for the performance delivered at that price.

Sep 22, 2019 09:20:22 #

RowdyRay Loc: MN

Yes, the 70-300mm F/ 4.0-5.6 IS II USM works well. I used it with my t2i for many grandkids soccer and football games. Find a good used or refurbished one and save some money.

Sep 22, 2019 09:51:29 #

RKwasi

Question on the Canon 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS STM
Is it specifically for APS-C ?

The 70-300mm F/ 4.0-5.6 IS II USM appears to be a full frame lens?

Sep 22, 2019 09:54:17 #

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

RKwasi wrote:

Question on the Canon 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS STM
Is it specifically for APS-C ?

The 70-300mm F/ 4.0-5.6 IS II USM appears to be a full frame lens?

Both statements are true. Our OP is using an T2i, where both lenses are a valid option.

Sep 22, 2019 11:07:20 #

RKwasi

Thanks for the replies...

I'm thinking I should recommend the 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS STM to my nephew.

The 70-300mm F/ 4.0-5.6 IS II USM would certainly be step up from that, but with the larger zoom range using a full frame lens on an APS-C body I think he might need a monopod/tripod to photograph his kids playing soccer.

All that might overwhelm and hinder his wanting to take photos, coming from the simple use of an iPhone.

Sep 22, 2019 11:15:05 #

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

RKwasi wrote:

All that might overwhelm and hinder his wanting to take photos, coming from the simple use of an iPhone.

I've used both on a Canon T3i. He would not need a monopod, but I think your reasoning regarding your nephew's experience is good. The 55-250 is a little lighter and smaller too; he'll get a lot of pleasure from the results and the zoom range is appropriate for kids' soccer.

"but with the larger zoom range using a full frame lens on an APS-C body "...In case there's misunderstanding about EF vs. EF-S lenses: on the crop sensor Canons like the T series, there is no difference in field of view when used at the same focal length.

Sep 22, 2019 15:04:11 #

rehess Loc: South Bend, Indiana, USA

RKwasi wrote:

Back in the Age of Film, I photographed our daughter's soccer games using a EF 75-300mm f4-5.6 II lens. It was entirely manageable, partly because Canon has always made good use of 'space-age materials" {plastics}.

Sep 22, 2019 15:42:24 #

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

Linda From Maine wrote:

I've used both on a Canon T3i. He would not need a... (show quote)

Totally agree.
NO monopod is needed.
Make sure you get the IS USM II Version.
Quick to focus and has a stable image

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