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11-01-2008, 01:35 PM | #1 |
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Lens recommendation
I'm looking to purchase a decent telephoto lens to use for a while with my XSi before upgrading to the L lenses. I'm trying to decide between the Canon 55-250mm IS and the 70-300mm IS USM. The former is about $260 and the latter is about $480. I've seen the pictures that were taken by both lenses and they all looked nice with the 70-300mm lens being a bit sharper.
I'm just wondering if the 70-300mm lens is worth the extra $220 (almost essentially doubling the price of the 55-250mm). The 55-250 would be the cheaper way to go but I don't mind spending more for a better lens (if that's the case here). Any advice is appreciated! |
11-01-2008, 03:34 PM | #2 |
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I would honestly go for the 70-300 IS USM unless you plan to upgrade to a 70-200L later down the line. Its a great lens and one that will last you years.
I rather pay for better optics any time. |
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11-01-2008, 07:28 PM | #3 |
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My Dad just bought a Canon 55-250mm IS about 3 weeks ago. It's nothing really amazing but the IS does help for shots over 200mm if you don't have a tripod. I'll say the lense quality is very similar to Powershot S camera models, but just a tad better in image quality due to the fact that it's designed for a SLR camera. The lense itself is very light and it's fine for casual pictures for non serious events.
If you want quality photos, I only recommend L lenses. |
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11-01-2008, 07:56 PM | #4 |
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Teshi- yeah but I was just wondering if it's really worth it. I've heard that image quality between the 2 lenses are almost identical. I know USM would be a nice perk and that the build quality is a bit better but is it worth the extra $220? Should I just save the money for later when I upgrade?
TheBlob- I will probably upgrade to an L lens later (eyeing the 100-400mm) but for now it's more than what I want to spend. It's just for fun right now so I'm not looking to invest heavily in equipment just yet. |
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11-01-2008, 11:32 PM | #5 |
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70-300 is a great start.
I had that lens and sold it with my XTi when I upgrade to 5D a year ago. Now I have 70-200F2.8L IS, couldn't be happier. I have never tried 55-200(~90-320mm) but I probably give it a shot because of price difference rather than 70-300. Good luck, Mack |
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11-02-2008, 01:40 AM | #6 |
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I've also heard nothing but great things about the 70-300. Never played with or known anyone that shot with the 55-250 so i cant comment on that, but you definitely cant go wrong with the 70-300!
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To be honest, if you thinking about an L in the future. Dont rush to buy lenses now unless your job depends on it. Save for a decent lens and commit. After 2 years, the longest lens I have is 85mm and saving for the longer lenses. Its doable. |
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