Canon EOS Digital 400D Rebel XTi

07/09/2008 07:01:47 PM · #1

I just purchased a Canon 400D and I would like a good general use lens... should I go with the 18-55?? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! :)

Sugarpie

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 IS USM

07/09/2008 07:07:04 PM · #2

I love my 18-55
i also purchased
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

and I am looking for a wide angle lense atm

MAK

Leica CL

Leica 18-56mm f/3.5-5.6 Vario Elmar-T ASPH

07/09/2008 07:07:16 PM · #3

Budget?

Sigma 18-200 OS jumps to mind...

david_1190

Nikon D40

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

07/09/2008 07:07:27 PM · #4

It depends on your budget. I'm guessing you bought just the body. Also what do you like to shoot?

Message edited by author 2008-07-09 19:07:44.

07/09/2008 07:33:40 PM · #5

Originally posted by david_1190:

It depends on your budget. I'm guessing you bought just the body. Also what do you like to shoot?

Yes, I did get just the body... right now I am using the Pentax K100D and with all the lenses we have I still prefer the 18-55.. I'm just getting the hang of this so I want something to start with and then upgrade eventually.
I live in Indiana so I'm not looking to shoot alot of landscapes.. mostly portraits and closeups..

I'd really like to stick to a budget of around $200..

07/09/2008 07:39:54 PM · #6

I just bought a 400D and needed an all-around lens for it. I finally settled on the Canon EF 38-135 IS USM - and I couldn't be happier! It's got a great walk-around range and the IS is really helpful in low light.

I bought mine used and it ran a bit higher than your budget, but if you prowl eBay you might find one for closer to $200. Either way, it's well worth it.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

07/09/2008 07:40:38 PM · #7

Originally posted by MAK:

Budget?

Sigma 18-200 OS jumps to mind...

I seriously considered this lesn but the reviews aren't so great for it... Went for the Canon I posted about above, instead.

Patrick_R

Canon EOS-60D

07/09/2008 07:57:21 PM · #8

I will agree with the post about the 28-135mm for a walkaround lense it is good for that purpose.

One piece of advice I'd like to offer is that you don't want to skimp on your glass. Most people when they get their first dslr (myself included) don't think about the lenses. I tell you what though, I picked up the canon 50mm 1.4 a few months ago and when I loaded my first shots with it on my computer my jaw dropped. The clarity is amazing! It isn't a walkaround lense so I wouldn't advise it for a sole lens purchase.... (although I use it on on my XTi 99.98% of the time) You'll end up missing the wider angle a lot.

07/09/2008 08:19:23 PM · #9

Originally posted by Patrick_R:

Is this the one?? This one is on Ebay for a BIN of $119.

[thumb]697422[/thumb]

fsteddy

07/09/2008 08:30:22 PM · #10

Originally posted by Hatchet:

Originally posted by Patrick_R:
I will agree with the post about the 28-135mm for a walkaround lense it is good for that purpose.

One piece of advice I'd like to offer is that you don't want to skimp on your glass. Most people when they get their first dslr (myself included) don't think about the lenses. I tell you what though, I picked up the canon 50mm 1.4 a few months ago and when I loaded my first shots with it on my computer my jaw dropped. The clarity is amazing! It isn't a walkaround lense so I wouldn't advise it for a sole lens purchase.... (although I use it on on my XTi 99.98% of the time) You'll end up missing the wider angle a lot.

Is this the one?? This one is on Ebay for a BIN of $119.

[thumb]697422[/thumb]

This lens is a FD and will not work on your new 400D.

Truegsht

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L USM

07/09/2008 08:34:28 PM · #11

Here is my favorite in my case...

Canon EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM
//dpchallenge.com/lens.php?LENS_ID=3

Message edited by author 2008-07-09 20:35:43.

Patrick_R

Canon EOS-60D

07/09/2008 08:34:49 PM · #12

lol here you go...

canon 50mm 1.4

It's above your budget but not by much I got mine new for $305

07/09/2008 08:36:27 PM · #13

Originally posted by Patrick_R:

lol here you go...

canon 50mm 1.4

It's above your budget but not by much I got mine new for $305

And of course the f/1.8 version, which most people love, is only about $80.

kleski

Canon EOS-7D

07/09/2008 08:37:14 PM · #14

will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

07/09/2008 08:40:30 PM · #15

Originally posted by kleski:

will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

All EF and EF-S lenses will fit the EOS series cameras.

The old FD lenses will NOT fit the new EOS cameras (only old film models).

07/09/2008 08:44:03 PM · #16

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by kleski:
will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

All EF and EF-S lenses will fit the EOS series cameras.

The old FD lenses will NOT fit the new EOS cameras (only old film models).

So.. does this sound like a good deal????

boyd2000

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS for Canon

07/09/2008 08:57:47 PM · #17

I have the 400D originally with kit 18-55. I since got the Sigma 18-200 OS (not for top quality but for versatility) and at the same time the Canon 50mm 1.8 II for under $80 on Amazon for better (potential if I was a better photographer) quality for DPC, though I'm submitting many shots with the Sigma. The 50mm has gone up a few bucks now, but still good quality for cheap and good low-light and shallow DOF capabilities. The Sigma is over your listed budget.

07/09/2008 09:39:21 PM · #18

Originally posted by Hatchet:

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by kleski:
will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

All EF and EF-S lenses will fit the EOS series cameras.

The old FD lenses will NOT fit the new EOS cameras (only old film models).

So.. does this sound like a good deal????

No, it doesn't. The EF 50mm f/1.8 ought to be had for under $100, easily. Even for a new copy, and definitely for a used copy.

07/09/2008 09:44:08 PM · #19

Thank you

Sugarpie,

MAK,

david_1190,

OdysseyF22,

Patrick_R,

fsteddy,

truegsht,

kleski and

boyd2000.. I really appreciate your feedback!!!

I knew I could count on your experience to steer me in the right direction!!

Molly :)

07/09/2008 09:46:19 PM · #20

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by Hatchet:

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by kleski:
will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

All EF and EF-S lenses will fit the EOS series cameras.

The old FD lenses will NOT fit the new EOS cameras (only old film models).

So.. does this sound like a good deal????

No, it doesn't. The EF 50mm f/1.8 ought to be had for under $100, easily. Even for a new copy, and definitely for a used copy.

Found it on B&H Photo for $89...

07/09/2008 10:25:32 PM · #21

Originally posted by Hatchet:

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by Hatchet:

Originally posted by OdysseyF22:

Originally posted by kleski:
will this one fit it?? it also lists for about $130

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

All EF and EF-S lenses will fit the EOS series cameras.

The old FD lenses will NOT fit the new EOS cameras (only old film models).

So.. does this sound like a good deal????

No, it doesn't. The EF 50mm f/1.8 ought to be had for under $100, easily. Even for a new copy, and definitely for a used copy.

Found it on B&H Photo for $89...

That's a pretty good price.

boyd2000

Sigma 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS for Canon

07/10/2008 10:06:43 AM · #22

B&H is a very reputable place to buy from. The Amazon price linked above is the same and there is no tax or shipping charge (to California at least). Not sure about B&H tax and shipping.

mjwood0

Nikon D200

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

07/10/2008 10:18:10 AM · #23

I would buy from B&H. They are a great business and you'll find that they offer top notch service -- important in the long run. They will also help you if there are problems down the road.

Sometimes, it doesn't pay to save $5 here and there.

Just my $0.02

Tez

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

07/10/2008 11:13:40 AM · #24

the lens i got for my 400d to replace the (crap) kit lens was the Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8.

It's quite simply brilliant for the money you pay. Mine was $300.