I recently acquired a Canon t3i with the stock lens. I would like to buy a good "all around lens" in addition to the one that came with it. I don't have specific limits on what I want to photograph (still leaning everything) so right now I am limiting (tongue in cheek) to portraits, nature, wildlife, flowers, insects and landscape. Money is an object but I don't want to buy junk so I will save as needed - just want the best for my buck.
And what is a Macro-zoom? Does it work well?
Thanks for all the help - this is a great forum.
Kennethbratt wrote:
I recently acquired a Canon t3i with the stock lens. I would like to buy a good "all around lens" in addition to the one that came with it. Thanks for all the help - this is a great forum.
Kenneth ... Canon makes an 18-135 f/3.5 IS that is a great all around carry lens. I use one all the time, and love it. I bought mine used for $246.00. I think the new price runs around $399.00 + or -, you'd have to check around for any holiday deals. Just google that lens.
Mike
If you can swing it, Canon's 24-105 f4 L lens is a top notch sort of all purpose lens.
Gonna cost you a grand or so though.
Check out the Canon 15-85mm lens. I have been very happy with its image quality and build. A little on the high end price wise, but the performance is worth it.
Allen
Loc: Plainfield, IN
I use the Canon 15-85mm zoom. The ratings on this lens are tops. It is a little heavy, not cheap, and many say should be rated as an L lens. I use mine about 95% of the time. It lets me capture group photos in small rooms, and does great for landscapes like Alaska.
Ialso have the T3i. I use a Tamron 28-70. I use it all the time. It is a very versitile lens. I have a 18-250 and a 50mm lens. But I keep the 28-70 on my camera most of the time. Great lens.
Have to agree with kstan and Allen; I have the 15-85 lens on my Canon 60D most all the time. The IQ of this lens is awesome and really should have a red ring around it ( L status). It runs around $800 from a camera shop; maybe a bit less if you can find one on E Bay, or maybe B&H or Adorama. Might try KEH; they sell a ton of used equipment with a great reputation.
If you are looking for a bit more reach than 85mm (136 on a 1.6 crop sensor), the 24-105L is the way to go at around $1K.
Kennethbratt wrote:
I recently acquired a Canon t3i with the stock lens. I would like to buy a good "all around lens" in addition to the one that came with it. I don't have specific limits on what I want to photograph (still leaning everything) so right now I am limiting (tongue in cheek) to portraits, nature, wildlife, flowers, insects and landscape. Money is an object but I don't want to buy junk so I will save as needed - just want the best for my buck.
And what is a Macro-zoom? Does it work well?
Thanks for all the help - this is a great forum.
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You never mentioned what your stock lens was that came with the camera and what do you like to photograph. What your photography habits are would really help to make recommendations on lens. Their are many excellent choices. Knowing your photography habits would help.
The 18-85 I am sure is a great lens. I have the Tamron 28-70. Less expensive about 500-600. Also a great lens.
My Tamron lens is 28-75. Use it all the time
Canon has a nice 18 to 200mm IS Lens for around $700.
If you wanted to continue using your 18 to 55mm lens, you might consider the Canon 75 to 300mm IS lens which is reasonably priced and a very good optic. These last two would be a nice combination that would allow you to do a lot with a minimal investment.
I use a 28-75 lens which is my main lens. I also have a 18-250 lens for telephoto work or wide angle.
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