Just another quick thought, check and double check if the lense will mount on your camera.

The Tamron 18-270 mm lens comes in two models, b003 (older and heavier) and the model b008 (present model, using pzd motor, faster and quieter). The b008 is available new for $650.00 less $100.00 rebate. It is also available on eBay for less if you check the action daily. I bought the b008 used in excellent condition for $445.

I'm off to the horse races. I do not want to carry a load so I bought a Tamron 18-270mm. I have been practicing and I hope that I come up with some winners!

I was taking a walk at our local flea market and decided to try and photograph something different. I came upon these watches and gave it a shot.

REVISED DATA: Just acquired an 18-270mm telephoto lense. I hope that this will be the ticket to some good horse pix.

Quite good. A nice mix.

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Why not? They weren't over-breathing then!

I am off to the races with camera in hand. I will use my Canon t2i and th 55-25-mm lense. Need advice to avoid mistakes and wasted opportunities. My last visit to the track was about 50 years ago. The horses that I bet on then are still running now!

Do I save anything by getting the older model besides cash? Is it a wise move? All present and past owners please jump in!

On the way to Sacramento, California, I saw the clouds and decided to take the shot. 32,000 ft 1/800, f/10, 65mm, Canon T2i.

32,000 Feet northbound over Central California

I have the same equipment. I am still trying to get the most I can out my present glass. I bought a 50mm 1.8 to give me some faster glass but I have not pushed any of my lenses to their respective capability. The Tamron 18-270 is, according to my reading, a fine lense and recommended for travel to lighten the load. I am not sure that the Tamron is better that what we have, just in a smaller package. I'm saving the bucks for a faster an higher quality lens.

After due consideration and analysis, .....sliced mushrooms, diced onions and scramble #1.

Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.

Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.

Having used a number of cameras over the years, Brownie, Yashica SLR, Canon AE-1, Casio Z85 etc...I decided to treat myself to another camera. I read reviews, talked to friends, kicked a few tires and finally last December bought the Canon T2i. It is a great camera. It has a lot of bells and whistles and will last me a long time as long as I don't fall victim to the advertising barrages for the latest new model cameras. The DSLR's being manufactured now are so powerful that to use the terminalogy of "entry level" is annoying. It may be just me! There, I've vented and now I feel better. Have a great day you'all.