MuttleMcTuttle 21 Posted March 31, 2010 Report Share Posted March 31, 2010 Depends how limited your funds are, whether you're prepared to risk S/H... I'd avoid the cheaper sigmas and Tamron lenses. If you want a zoom go for the Canon 70-300 if you want IS go for the Canon 70-300 with IS (if you want a very lightly used one of those for £350 PM me) If you've got money to burn look for a light grey Canon lens with a red stripe on it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SNAP SHOT 194 Posted March 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2010 Depends how limited your funds are, whether you're prepared to risk S/H... I'd avoid the cheaper sigmas and Tamron lenses. If you want a zoom go for the Canon 70-300 if you want IS go for the Canon 70-300 with IS (if you want a very lightly used one of those for £350 PM me) If you've got money to burn look for a light grey Canon lens with a red stripe on it i think that would be the "L" series your on about........ lol hmmmmmmm love to but can't afford too....lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J Darcy 5,871 Posted April 1, 2010 Report Share Posted April 1, 2010 You could get a 70-200 f 2.8 and banag a 1.4 TC on it. That will give you a range from 70 to nearly 300 with only loosing one stop. I guess that kit would set you back about 1200..but cheaper if you shop around...... or.... 300ml f4 for a grand........ 2o0ml f2.8 for £600 and whack a 1.4 TC on.....kit would be worth about £800 but you have a peice of kit that will get you some good pics. And don't forget with the L series lenses, on your camera you will get an extra 40+% focal length anyway..... Sigma 100-300mm f/4 EX DG APO.... for less than 800.... Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG MACRO HSM II........ Difficult choice....... but..be aware who you order from on the net. always do a google search of their company name and see if there is bad reviews.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IanB 0 Posted April 1, 2010 Report Share Posted April 1, 2010 I have the 70-300mm Canon IS lens, not sure how much they are now...but this is the one... http://www.bobatkins.com/photography/reviews/ef_70_300is_review.html Can't fault it, you can really tell the difference in sharpness and colour, etc over a standard lens.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SNAP SHOT 194 Posted April 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2010 I have the 70-300mm Canon IS lens, not sure how much they are now...but this is the one... http://www.bobatkins...0is_review.html Can't fault it, you can really tell the difference in sharpness and colour, etc over a standard lens.... the reviews i read about them didn't exactly praise them mate... thanks for the input. Snap. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bush Rummager 4,771 Posted April 2, 2010 Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Here you go SNAP SHOT, http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/ , thorough reviews on all canon lenses, and sample shots too! hope it helps with the decision, only advise i would suggest is to put quality before length and that all important big aperture... for action freezing shutter speeds on days when the lighting is less than ideal.... f2.8 is a godsend! not sure where you stand budget wise, but the 200mm 2.8L looks a heck of a quality lense for the money! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SNAP SHOT 194 Posted April 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2010 Here you go SNAP SHOT, http://www.the-digit...m/Canon-Lenses/ , thorough reviews on all canon lenses, and sample shots too! hope it helps with the decision, only advise i would suggest is to put quality before length and that all important big aperture... for action freezing shutter speeds on days when the lighting is less than ideal.... f2.8 is a godsend! not sure where you stand budget wise, but the 200mm 2.8L looks a heck of a quality lense for the money! thanks mate, i've been looking on there alright, but sadly, cant afford the 2.8l its waaaaaaayyyyyy of the price range for now.... between medical bills and legal fees...... i'm nearly all outta the paper stuff......lol thanks mate.. Snap. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
farlap 19 Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 right i'm on a limited budget, looking for a suitable lens for a canon 1000d for wildlife, landscapes.... could any of you guys give me your recommendations and why you choose a particular lens... Thank you. Snap. sorry mate I dont do either Canon or budget! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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