Lens for 30d
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Matt,
I recently saw that lens and thought it looked pretty nice. I think it is a relatively new addition to Canon’s lineup. Eventually pair that with the 10-22 and you will be set.
I also read last week that Canon might be announcing some new models early next month (Feb.), a 40D another version of the 5D, and an even bigger improvement on one of the MKII…–the naming confuses me. The 40D is expected to have a DIGI II processor, 10.2 mps, and some other minor enhancements, including better dust sealing.
Bryan
Like everything else, not everyone agrees, but most reports/reviews I have seen say that it is a good lens.
I got the camera kit, so it included the crappy lens, so I need to get some better glass to shoot through.
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Matt:
Before ya get too down on kit lenses, you might take a look at this thread:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=185522&highlight=kit+lens+photos
Pretty cool images with a kit lens.
Its a good lens, but not a very useful range of focal lengths for the needs you cited.
With the 1.6x crop factor of the 30D, your 24mm on the wide side is an unimpressive 38mm. The 105mm on the long end (even with the crop) is not long enough for wildlife (168mm), which you mentioned is an interest of yours.
The “L” lenses, on the other hand, are GREAT lenses – solid build for pro use, sealed for dust and moisture – and are excellent investments in glass. I suppose its as good a place to start as any other, but you have two crucial areas to cover after this lens is purchased. If I were you (doing the type of photography that I do) I would go ahead and get the 10-22mm first, learn how to use it, how to compose wide-angle landscapes and become familiar with its alien perspective, before moving on to a mid-range zoom. But thats just me.
You might want to look at a 1.4 or 2x L series extender, Matt. You’ll lose a couple of stops but just bump the ISO up to keep you speed up. That lens with a 2x extender should get you in the “300mm crop range.” Don’t be afraid to experiment with the higher ISO settings, especially at low light and if it makes the difference between getting the shot or not. The 30D seems to do great on 800 ISO. I’ve taken some images at 3200. You will have to enable the 3200 ISO however. It is off in the default settings. See what the camera will do for you and your needs.
Does anyone know if you lose autofocus on the 2x on this lens? What about IS and teleconverters?
I keep debating over the 10-22 and the 16-35 L 2.8? If I really need the true 16mm angle of view I can use it on my film body until I can afford a full frame camera body. I plan to rent both and try them out first. Not sure I want to commit to the EF-S lenses and I would really like a 2.8 lens. That may make my decision for me. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
ScottDoes anyone know if you lose autofocus on the 2x on this lens? What about IS and teleconverters?
I keep debating over the 10-22 and the 16-35 L 2.8? If I really need the true 16mm angle of view I can use it on my film body until I can afford a full frame camera body. I plan to rent both and try them out first. Not sure I want to commit to the EF-S lenses and I would really like a 2.8 lens. That may make my decision for me. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
ScottScott, you do NOT lose AF or IS with Canon teleconverters and lenses.
Also, do not overlook one of the best buys in wide angle zooms – the Canon 17-40mm f4 L lens. It helps if you have a full-frame DSLR, but the range is fantastic, the images are tack-sharp (it rivals the Nikon 17-35, which was a classic) it is smaller and lighter (f4 not f2.8), its only $550, and its a pro-build “L” lens. I love mine and the f4 max ap. instead of f2.8 is not a problem at the wide end.
Sorry guys, I forgot to mention that I already have a Canon 70-300mm USM IS.
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Thanks Richard. The 17-40 is on my short list of ones to look at. Your comments will make me keep it at the top of the list. Price is sure easier to swallow.
Sorry guys, I forgot to mention that I already have a Canon 70-300mm USM IS.
Matt, I have the older version of that lens (75-300). The IS works great in a boat.
I look forward to seeing some of Eric’s photos with his 10-22.
Here is my neigh…..bor today through my kit lens. Sorry for the bad pun. 🙂
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