Canon EOS SLR system NEWBIE guide.

[clara-wong]

I'm a noob! I want to buy lens/es of a range of zoom range. Which combination do you think is better?

1) EFS 17-85 f/4-5.6 IS USM

or

2) EFS 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS + EFS 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

and may i know the (dis)advantages of EFS over EF lenses?
thank you!!

 

[oTaRu]

I'm a noob! I want to buy lens/es of a range of zoom range. Which combination do you think is better?

1) EFS 17-85 f/4-5.6 IS USM

or

2) EFS 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS + EFS 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

and may i know the (dis)advantages of EFS over EF lenses?
thank you!!

EFS lenses can only use in xxD and xxxD body only...

 

[GeckoZ]

I'm a noob! I want to buy lens/es of a range of zoom range. Which combination do you think is better?

1) EFS 17-85 f/4-5.6 IS USM

or

2) EFS 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS + EFS 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS

and may i know the (dis)advantages of EFS over EF lenses?
thank you!!

what lense you should get depends on what kind of images u like shooting. Wide lenses for landscape, zoom lenses for architectual, prime lense for portraits and things like that.

on a general advice, i would suggest you get combo number 2, you get to cover the range from 18mm to 250mm.

One disadvantage of the EFS 17 - 85 lense is that the aperture cant get wider then f/4, which is a big problem in low light condition, HOWEVER, it provides a good zoom range from 17mm to 85mm for conveniency. So it's really up to your prefernce.

 

[icajec]

Can I use a remote for my 1000D?

For example:
This one. http://cgi.ebay.ph/Wireless-Remote-...ryZ64345QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Or this one. http://cgi.ebay.ph/Remote-Shutter-c...ryZ64345QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[GeckoZ]

Can I use a remote for my 1000D?

For example:
This one. http://cgi.ebay.ph/Wireless-Remote-...ryZ64345QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Or this one. http://cgi.ebay.ph/Remote-Shutter-c...ryZ64345QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

yes ofcos you can. go to the shop and ask for a remote compatible to the camera.

 

[mynextday]

50mm F1.8 mk II for $100 ?

may i know where to get?

 

[icajec]

I think usually those are 2nd hand prices.

 

[mervin2610]

Hi everyone,

I just got my DSLR a month ago, still new to the DSLR field, i am not too sure whether there are much difference in the picture quality between the 18-55mm kit lens and the 18-55mm IS kit lens. Is it a good suggestion to trade for an IS lens???

:embrass:

 

[GeckoZ]

Hi everyone,

I just got my DSLR a month ago, still new to the DSLR field, i am not too sure whether there are much difference in the picture quality between the 18-55mm kit lens and the 18-55mm IS kit lens. Is it a good suggestion to trade for an IS lens???

:embrass:

in case u din know, IS means Image Stabilisation. It's when u need to use long exposure, the IS will prevent too much motion blur caused by ur camera if u handheld it.

it's pretty expensive so i wont advise u to get a IS, unless u think a tripod wont suit u better.

 

[arthur5011]

hi all.. just got my Canon 450D with 18-55 around 2 months.. i plan to get a new lens. but i stuck as i dun know how to decide what is the best lens suit me..

the lens i looking for is more for portrait shooting, Marco, landscape shooting during travel.

there are few lens in my mind now:-

I. Canon 50mm f1.4 USM
II. Tamron AF 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro
III. Canon 50mmf1.8 + Speedlite 430EXII

there are few advices needed from you guys..
1. i will be help out my cousin to shoot his wedding next Feb. can i use 50mm F1.4 without external flash for entire wedding?
2. Tamron 90mm izit good for wedding shooting? the focal length is so deep.. does it means i need to stand from far for every shoot..
3. can i use 90mm for shooting during travel?
4. which should i go for ? I, II, or III

 

[denwa89]

Hey, i'm using a canon S5Is and a D200 which i bought here in clubsnap for a very good price. few days ago i walk into a cam shop and ask around for a wide len for my S5, the shop show me a brand HD-Digt super wide they claim. and it cost abt 500+ my jaw almost drop out. Is there anyone hear of this brand before and how good is the lens??

 

[eltire]

Bought my Canon 450D yesterday!!! Damage $1134 with gst!! kit lens and standard free gift from cannon.. is the price ok?

 

[Fatah]

"Super Zooms ( cover a large range, good for people who hate to change lenses )

Tamron AF28-200MM F/3.8-5.6 XR Aspherical (IF) Macro
Sigma COMPACT HYPERZOOM 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 ASPHERICAL "

Hi there, may i know how much roughly does this 2 lens cost? I'm the type who r lazy to change lens..hahaha;p

PM me if possible. Thanks again.


Fatah

 

[Retro]

hi all.. just got my Canon 450D with 18-55 around 2 months.. i plan to get a new lens. but i stuck as i dun know how to decide what is the best lens suit me..

the lens i looking for is more for portrait shooting, Marco, landscape shooting during travel.

there are few lens in my mind now:-

I. Canon 50mm f1.4 USM
II. Tamron AF 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro
III. Canon 50mmf1.8 + Speedlite 430EXII

there are few advices needed from you guys..
1. i will be help out my cousin to shoot his wedding next Feb. can i use 50mm F1.4 without external flash for entire wedding?
2. Tamron 90mm izit good for wedding shooting? the focal length is so deep.. does it means i need to stand from far for every shoot..
3. can i use 90mm for shooting during travel?
4. which should i go for ? I, II, or III

You will need an 18mm (or similar wide angle) for landscape. A worthy all-in-one walk around would be the Sigma 18-200 with OS (Optical Stabilizer). I've had both versions before (with and without OS), and would say that this is good enough for starts.

Couple with a flash, you'll do ok. However, there will be a shadow cast when using this lens with a flash.

Don't think your 50mm will be wide enough for some shots. Depending on the lighting conditions, you can do without a flash. I managed with a F2.8 in sg expo without flash.

 

[klene]

Hi,

I just recently bought a 450D 18mm-55mm lens. However, I am the kind who would like to bring the camera around without having to bring such a big camera case. Would like to ask, how do I bring the camera around, i.e. i would like to put it in my bag when I'm not using it, without all the bulky cases?

Many thanks!

 

[andyX]

Hi,

I just recently bought a 450D 18mm-55mm lens. However, I am the kind who would like to bring the camera around without having to bring such a big camera case. Would like to ask, how do I bring the camera around, i.e. i would like to put it in my bag when I'm not using it, without all the bulky cases?

Many thanks!

i'm sure u were given a canon camera bag along with with ur camera purchase. that bag is portable enough for ur body and kit lens.. if not get one of those toploader series bag from lowepro.

 

[skunk2saint]

Hi guys.. merry xmas to all. Ill be buying 1000d before end of the year and i might buy in vivo. Since im a newbie i really dont know much slr especially lenses. the are having promotion with kit lense EF S18-55 IS and i can buy EF 75-300 f/4-5.6 III USM lens for lower price. I want to ask all ur expertise regarding this...

1. What are the diff between the two lenses?
2. Do i really need to buy the 75-300?

Thanks guys.

 

[jlpk007]

Hi guys.. merry xmas to all. Ill be buying 1000d before end of the year and i might buy in vivo. Since im a newbie i really dont know much slr especially lenses. the are having promotion with kit lense EF S18-55 IS and i can buy EF 75-300 f/4-5.6 III USM lens for lower price. I want to ask all ur expertise regarding this...

1. What are the diff between the two lenses?
2. Do i really need to buy the 75-300?

Thanks guys.

75mm-300mm gives you more zoom...but it starts from 75 mm/..so can only take stuff further away...
I heard the 75-300 lens isnt that great optics (some expert can verify this)

It depends on what you shoot..

 

[skunk2saint]

thanks for the answer. well i want to buy the 450d but ill guess ill go for 1000d.

 

[Onehand]

Hi all,
I'm a newbie and planning to get a Canon 40D tomorrow. The current package comes up 2 lenses(18-55 and 55-250). Are there any other accesories I should get together with it? My aim is to take portraits of family members and also during get-togethers as well as scenary when i go for my trip next month.