New Canon But HadI was going to buy with the new XT 75-300 a Steal price on USED

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Hi
I was set to bye a new Canon XT when out of the blue came an offer of a
300D, a 70-300 1:4-5.6 and a 18-55 1:3.5 5.6 and a full kit of gear to go with the deal.
OK having done that I was going to buy a 75-300 and a 28-135 with the new unit, but now I have the other lenses I would like to know if I should still buy the 28-135 and the 75-300 or should I buy other sizes to match in with the lenses I have bought in the used deal, I'm looking ahead now because I want to buy what I need while I'm in the USA.
At the moment I don't know much about the hobby and I'm having to rely on hopefully good advice from those who know.
My area in the hobby will be Family shots,Wildlife, and Full size aircraft at shows

[cwphoto]

I reckon ditch the idea for another moderate zoom and go with a fast fixed lens. Something like a 50/1.8 to get started or maybe a 35/2 if you prefer a less tele effect.

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Hi CWphoto,
I appreciate your advice.
I have found a 50.1/4 lens its an EF, will this fit a 300D Digital Canon it is a canon lens. Would that be acceptable instead of the 50 1/8

[RebelRat]

To answer your question on fit.

The answer is, Yes, it will fit the 300D. The 300D/Rebel uses EF and EF-S lens mounting systems.


The 50 f/1.4 and the 50 f/1.8 have the same focal length. The difference is the f/1.4 is half a stop faster with better build than the 1.8 version.

I personally find the 50 a bit long for normal everyday use on a crop body. I recently picked up the 35 f/2 for my Rebel XT. I find it a better focal length for everyday use.

The 50 would be good if you plan to shoot portraits.

[Nickcanada]

The 1.4 is a better lens than the 1.8. It has a better focusing motor (quicker and quiter) better backround blur, better low light performance, and is sharper. It is quite a bit more expensive so many people, like myself, start with the 50mm 1.8 to get an understanding of focal range, composition, depth of field, exposure and photography in general before they get too deep into the hobby. That is just my take on it many others feel differently about it. If you don't compromise, and buy higher quality gear it will last you longer and you will spend less in the long run.

[krzkrzkrz]

The 1.4 is a better lens than the 1.8. It has a better focusing motor (quicker and quiter) better backround blur, better low light performance, and is sharper. It is quite a bit more expensive so many people, like myself, start with the 50mm 1.8 to get an understanding of focal range, composition, depth of field, exposure and photography in general before they get too deep into the hobby. That is just my take on it many others feel differently about it. If you don't compromise, and buy higher quality gear it will last you longer and you will spend less.

Well agreed

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Hello,
I have taken every thing in what you have all said and I thank you very much.
However I am looking at this situation as a long term investment and thinking
if I bought the 50 1/4 lens all be it more expensive it will save me going through selling the 50.1/8 if I bought one now.
I like, two of the replies look at the situation of cutting corners and buying the best its cheaper in the long run.
There is one other question while we are on the subject, I notice that most people seem to be using a 28-135 with the 50 1/8 or the 50.1/4 is that a good combination, I already have in the deal I got a 75-300 lens which no doubt be able to use once I have a bit more knowledge.

[Nickcanada]

If you are getting a 75-300 I wouldn't get the 28-135mm instead get something to cover a wider angle like a 18-50mm or a 24-70mm that way you will not be doubling up your focal ranges. I'm guessing you would enjoy the wider focal range that a 18mm would provide, but it really depends on your style and you probably will not figure all that out untill you get a few thousand shots under your belt. If I were you I would stick with the 50mm or a 30mm prime and your 75-300mm until you are more comfortable the last thing you want is to get a lens that sits in the case all the time.