Zoom lens recommendation for Canon Rebel 2ti
Sep 23, 2019 11:00:21 #
I highly recommend a used Sigma 18-200mm zoom. Good quality photos. You can find them for $75-$100 on eBay. You’ll be happy with this lenses.
Sep 23, 2019 11:17:49 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
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.
Your needs are not in question. The OP wants a lens that can be used for sports, I don’t think 17-70 qualify.
Sep 23, 2019 11:21:30 #
You should consider the Tamron 18-400. I’ve used it for sports with great results. Several of my sports photos taken with this lens have been published. It’s also very affordable.
Sep 23, 2019 11:41:46 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
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.
Wouldn't it be a little short for soccer?
Sep 23, 2019 11:50:26 #
ggab
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Here you go.
https://www.cpricewatch.com/product/06135/Canon-EF-70-300mm-f4-5.6-IS-II-USM-price.html
Blinding fast focus, no worries with not focusing correctly, great IQ.
https://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/70-300mm-is-ii.htm#intro
Sep 23, 2019 11:58:50 #
ggab
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imagemeister wrote:
Canon 70-300 IS II nano is a no brainer ! It is a pleasure to use without support (no monopod) and it is sharper than the 55-250.
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Sep 23, 2019 12:02:58 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
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.
I use a 17-70 for close sports, like marathons. In general field sports are greatly helped by a longer lens. I tend to use a 70-200 2.8 sometimes with a 1.4x or a 2x. Going much longer and someone with limited experience will start having trouble keeping play in frame. Eventually most people will need a 70-200 for one reason or another, so it is a lens the OP might want to consider.
Sep 23, 2019 20:41:15 #
$358.99 Plus local tax if applicable, one year warranty EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM Refurbished
https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/ef-70-300mm-f-4-5-6-is-ii-usm-refurbished
I saw a used like new bit ago 100USD, I would have poped but have 70-220 & 150-600 & having eye surgery, so - - -
J. R.
https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/ef-70-300mm-f-4-5-6-is-ii-usm-refurbished
I saw a used like new bit ago 100USD, I would have poped but have 70-220 & 150-600 & having eye surgery, so - - -
J. R.
Sep 23, 2019 21:02:25 #
LeRoy Hart
Loc: Monterey California
My sigma 18-300 is my current walk around lens decent quality and range for most situations. The 55-250 stm is also good for field sports and is less expensive. New the sigma is $399 and the canon has a msrp of $299 but can be found new for around $200-$250. KEH, Andorama and B&H are great options for quality used gear.
Sep 25, 2019 00:59:08 #
oldgeezer3
Loc: SoCal
I'm shooting with a Rebel T3i and a Tamron 18-400. It has lots of reach for HS sports. I still have a T2i, but it has a sensor spot. When we bought it, it came with an 18-55 lens and a 55-250. I had pretty good results, but when I discovered the spot on the sensor, I got the Rebel T3i and a Tamron 18-270 which I liked even better. I bought the Tamron 18-400 new at Best Buy but they can be found on E-bay at pretty good prices. Good luck on the field!
Nov 6, 2020 10:39:40 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
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.
I have both the 55-250 and the 70-300 and I prefer the latter. Longer and better IQ imho. Harry
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