Going to mexico, need new lens. Gimmie ideas!

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

02/05/2007 03:02:22 PM · #1

Ok well just like it says i just found out were going to mexico at the end of april and first week of may, so i need new glass. Ill have a max of $1000 to spend (what i can save up between now and then) but thats on the very high side, thats not including unexpected things so ill put the max at say... $700?? so give me some ideas.

btw im thinking probably telephoto just cuz of my limited $$, i have the 18-55 kit lens which kinda takes care of the lower end, i have the 50mm 1.8 so i need something that can go further.

Message edited by author 2007-02-05 15:03:41.

ExcaliburVT

Canon EOS-30D

02/05/2007 03:07:37 PM · #2

I love my 28-135 EF IS. Its a great lens for about 400 bucks, but if you are willing to spend more you might be able to get a EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM for less than a grand on ebay (used).

Let the barrage of suggestions begin!

Gordon

RIM BlackBerry Curve

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

02/05/2007 03:10:38 PM · #3

I'd suggest to check that your equipment insurance covers your gear in Mexico, particularly before you go adding another $1000 worth of lenses

02/05/2007 03:12:41 PM · #4

sorry, fyi thats $700-$1000 CAD, thats $592-$846 USD.. (i keep forgetting i gotta tell ppl that lol. I was thinking of getting some filter(s) too, and possibly a remote. Id like to get most of this off of B&H i think. That looks like a nice lens too, how bout a 70-200mm? I might like the wide range better on the 28-135mm u suggested though, the IS sounds nice too, ive never worked with it before though.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM

02/05/2007 03:13:22 PM · #5

Originally posted by Gordon:

I'd suggest to check that your equipment insurance covers your gear in Mexico, particularly before you go adding another $1000 worth of lenses

What do you mean? Ive never traveled much before so im not sure what your talking about lol

NstiG8tr

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV

02/05/2007 03:14:01 PM · #6

70-200 f4 L or maybe the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. Both are less than $700 and good lenses.

Gordon

RIM BlackBerry Curve

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

02/05/2007 03:15:17 PM · #7

Originally posted by kawana:

Originally posted by Gordon:
I'd suggest to check that your equipment insurance covers your gear in Mexico, particularly before you go adding another $1000 worth of lenses

What do you mean? Ive never traveled much before so im not sure what your talking about lol

It depends how or if your camera is currently insured. Many policies don't cover the gear if you take it out of the country you happen to live in, for example.

Mexico isn't exactly overrun with criminals, but tourists do make a tempting target, particularly with lots of expensive camera equipment. Theft of gear isn't totally uncommon, so it would be worth while making sure that it is insured for the trip. Also if you add an item over a certain value, you may find you need to itemise it before it is covered.

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Brad

Olympus OM-D E-M1

Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO M.Zuiko

02/05/2007 03:15:24 PM · #8

Originally posted by NstiG8tr:

70-200 f4 L or maybe the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. Both are less than $700 and good lenses.

Was exactly what I was going to suggest.

Retroesque

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

02/05/2007 03:16:49 PM · #9

I second the Tamron 28-75 f2.8 - I ADORE mine! I also have the Tamron 17-35 - bought it after the 28 -75 because I loved it so much and to replace my lens kit - I'm as happy as a clam (for now - GRIN!)

danthesquidkid

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

Canon EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 II

02/05/2007 03:18:18 PM · #10

i have a 75-300 mm that i love. It's good cause it can get such a range, and doesn't require you to switch unless your shooting close portrait. but it works great for landscape and streetshots

02/05/2007 03:20:27 PM · #11

Originally posted by Gordon:

Originally posted by kawana:

Originally posted by Gordon:
I'd suggest to check that your equipment insurance covers your gear in Mexico, particularly before you go adding another $1000 worth of lenses

What do you mean? Ive never traveled much before so im not sure what your talking about lol

It depends how or if your camera is currently insured. Many policies don't cover the gear if you take it out of the country you happen to live in, for example.

Mexico isn't exactly overrun with criminals, but tourists do make a tempting target, particularly with lots of expensive camera equipment. Theft of gear isn't totally uncommon, so it would be worth while making sure that it is insured for the trip. Also if you add an item over a certain value, you may find you need to itemise it before it is covered.

ah ok ty, ill get my dad to look into this, hes the one that knows all this stuff lol. It'd suck to get some nice shiny new glass and have it stolen :( Mind you i keep an iron grip on my stuff all the time lol but it never hurts to have some added security.

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

02/05/2007 03:22:53 PM · #12

Originally posted by BradP:

Originally posted by NstiG8tr:
70-200 f4 L or maybe the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. Both are less than $700 and good lenses.

Was exactly what I was going to suggest.

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Hmm those sound perfect :D It'd all but eliminate my need for the 18-55 kit, the 28-75 seems to be able to do the job quite nicely. I gotta look into some things first (ie// bills) but the price sounds right. Just gotta check the whole insurance thing.

edit: the 70-200 i cant find anything in my price range on B&H but i did find the 70-300mm f/4-5.6 APO DG, for $200ish. Is that a good lens? If its good enough ill have some $$ left over for filters, a remote and stuff,and insurance :P

Message edited by author 2007-02-05 15:30:40.

SamDoe1

Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT

02/05/2007 03:41:42 PM · #13

Originally posted by kawana:

edit: the 70-200 i cant find anything in my price range on B&H but i did find the 70-300mm f/4-5.6 APO DG, for $200ish. Is that a good lens? If its good enough ill have some $$ left over for filters, a remote and stuff,and insurance :P

It is a good lens but it's not as fast, as fast to focus, and not as well built. You should be able to find a 70-200 f/4L for about $580 US online at BH. If you push your budget a little bit more, you might even be able to pick up both since the tamron runs about $350 and is one awesome lens for the price.

02/05/2007 03:51:52 PM · #14

ya im really set on the 28-75 now, the images taken with it tells me it can bring the goods, so that one is almost a for sure that im gunna get. MattO is selling one in the buy/sell for $275 i think, im very tempted to get it from him and save a little money, but im also weary of buying from people ive never met, i think for the added peace-of-mind id like to get them from B&H.

02/05/2007 03:53:26 PM · #15

If i were only to get 1 of those 2 lenses, the 28-75 or 70-200, which should i get?? My luck something always comes up and im short on cash. So which should i get out of those 2 should that situation arise?

jaysonmc

Nikon D200

Nikon MF 105mm f/2.5 AIS

02/05/2007 03:55:16 PM · #16

I'd suggest a longer lens. Even though you only have the kit lens and a 50mm prime, I think it would be wiser to get a focal length you don't already have. The kit lens will work in a pinch, plus there will be time you wish you had a longer lens.

I believe the 70-200/f4 fits in your price range, however I am not familiar with Canon glass so I am not for sure.

02/05/2007 03:57:41 PM · #17

ok ty thats what i thought. arg i hope i can get the $$ i want both now lol. Maybe i can borrow some money from someone lol. I really wish i didn't have to use the kit lens, i highly dislike it lol. Oh well its a few months away, we'll see what happens