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Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

08/28/2007 03:03:50 PM · #1

A new lens!

I have made enough money this summer to get a new lens. Last time I got a tele (70-200 f/4L) and now it's time for an ultra wide. Which is where I need your advice. I have it down to two options, which one would you choose and why?

Option 1: Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 ($690)

Option 2: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L ($680)

I do plan on going full frame someday, but not for a very long time. I need to get good glass before spending on the body. You guys have no idea how much I'm resisting ordering the 40D.

Anyway, thanks in advance for all suggestions and advice. I really appreciate it.

violinist123

Canon EOS-6D

08/28/2007 03:11:44 PM · #2

10-22, besides being an excellent lens, is the only one of those two that is really ultra wide on a 1.6 crop.

PhotoDave

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II

08/28/2007 03:55:34 PM · #3

I was debating between those two also for a while and ended up going with the 17-40L and LOVE IT on my XTi. If you can try to rent them both over a couple days and see how you like them...

Brad

Olympus OM-D E-M1

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

08/28/2007 04:07:07 PM · #4

Option 1: Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 ($690)

having used one this past weekend, I can't believe I haven't invested on one myself.

PhotoDave

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II

08/28/2007 04:41:44 PM · #5

Originally posted by Brad:

Option 1: Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 ($690)

having used one this past weekend, I can't believe I haven't invested on one myself.

damn, cant find the "this thread is useless without pics"

-dave

puzzled

Canon EOS-5D Mark IV

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

08/28/2007 05:02:10 PM · #6

I have both of these lenses. While I love the 10-22, it's the 17-40 that's on my camera most of the time. It's an incredible lens with a good all-purpose range. So I vote for the 17-40, but I know you'd also love the 10-22! Tough decision you've got there.

Nullix

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

08/28/2007 05:09:36 PM · #7

I don't have the 10-22mm, but I can attest to the 17-40 that is always on my camera.

I haven't bought into the EF-S system. I'm still waiting for a $1,000 FF. When it comes out, those EF-S lens will be worth the same as my elan7.

Judi

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

08/28/2007 05:16:45 PM · #8

Originally posted by dknourek:

Originally posted by Brad:
Option 1: Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 ($690)

having used one this past weekend, I can't believe I haven't invested on one myself.

damn, cant find the "this thread is useless without pics"

-dave

08/28/2007 05:20:41 PM · #9

So...current vote count:

17-40mm: 3
10-22mm: 2

More opinions? What about the Tokina 12-24?

PhotoDave

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM II

08/28/2007 05:21:40 PM · #10

Originally posted by Judi:

Originally posted by dknourek:

Originally posted by Brad:
Option 1: Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 ($690)

having used one this past weekend, I can't believe I haven't invested on one myself.

damn, cant find the "this thread is useless without pics"

-dave

Tkx Judi I knew I could count on you :D

ksymeon

Canon EOS-7D

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM

08/28/2007 05:25:11 PM · #11

10-22mm is really amazing for its price.
I never thought I'd love that lens so much!

17-40mm it's an L glass, fantastic lens, but a bit of a waste of money on an APS-C sized sensor.

Don't buy a Tokina. Not if you are looking at those Canon lenses... No comparison

Message edited by author 2007-08-28 17:25:53.

08/28/2007 05:32:05 PM · #12

Originally posted by SamDoe1:

So...current vote count:

17-40mm: 3
10-22mm: 2

More opinions? What about the Tokina 12-24?

So...current vote count:

17-40mm: 3
10-22mm: 3

You guys aren't making this any easier.

Retroesque

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

08/28/2007 05:51:13 PM · #13

I just got the Canon 10-22it is SO MUCH MORE than I dreamed of!

I just LOVE wide angle images.

I also just got the Canon 100mm 2.8 USM Macro - not that you were asking but YEAH BABY!

Good luck with your choice I'm sure you'll be happy with your choice either way.