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Choosing my next Canon lens
Merlin Mann | Dec 18 2007
Need lens-buying advice from Canon photography nerds. The Mrs. and Me are starting to really dig taking photos again -- she with a Rebel XT and me with a 30D. We currently share joint custody of 1) the XT's standard 18-55mm zoom (blech) and 2) the glorious and much-loved 50mm f1.4 (yay!). So, let's say, hypothetically, a fella wanted to pick up a new Canon lens to add to these two cameras' modest arsenal. If we wanted a fast, flexible lens (that would mostly get used for baby picture-taking), what would you guys recommend? Possibly a higher-end, faster zoom? 36 Comments
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 I would pick a 24-105/F4 L ISSubmitted by kunstmaler on December 19, 2007 - 12:18am.
I had the same experience (Baby) this year and took the same decision in march. I decided for the 24-105 L. It is not as bulky as the 2.8 24-70 alternative and has a little more room on the longer side. It is a great allround zoom for people and kid´s photography. Together with the IS you can also work in lower light situations. I use it also on my 30D and I can only recommend it. Because a lot of people get the lens with the 5d and switch to 2.8 lenses, you can get it at a very attractive pricepoint as well. » POSTED IN:
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