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Whats a Better Camera Lens?
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 8:55 am
by Blakey
well im just wanting to know whats better.
a single EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
or 2 lens's
EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens
EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS lens
what is better for the money? both are the same cost all up. roughtly
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 10:18 am
by Kangaaz
Personally, if you can live without the focal range, then go for the 18-135 as you don't have to keep switching lens all the time. Image quality wise they are all pretty simialr, similar aperture so speed would be same as well.
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 10:26 am
by draevon
Are any of them VR? Other things to keep in mind are plastic vs metal mounting points (broken plastic mounts aren't usually covered by warranty) weight etc (heavier can actually be better for lenses - stability and balance). If you can play with them, check the zoom mechanics, cheaper lenses can be a lot less smooth.
But otherwise, I agree with Kang ... two lenses seems like a cool idea, but you'll quickly get tired of changing. Also consider that every time you change, you run the risk of getting dust up in there. 135 might be a little restrictive ... it's always a balancing act. Lenses are important though and more money is usually better. Out of those choices, I'd take the 18-135.
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 10:37 am
by bd-850
having 2 lens is a pain in the a** the two i have one is good for close shots (few meters away) the other good for long shots. its a pain swapping all the time
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 10:43 am
by vlad_the_impaler
I can give you some practical advise although my expirience is with Nikon cameras not Canon. 18-55 and 55-250 are entry level lenses so for that reason they are a bit cheaper. If you look at the lens mount you'll notice that it's plastic. Well I have some bad expirince with that plastic cos it's fragile. For 18-135mm it's should be made from alloy so it's more reliable.
here's some good source for reading:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/18-55mm-is.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/55-250mm-is.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/18-135mm.htm
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 1:19 pm
by Blakey
alright i guess its the 18-135mm lens then, wanted to know cause im buying a Canon EOS 60D and there is 2 choices of lenses one 18-135 or the other 2 lenses posted ealier.
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 2:15 pm
by PYLee
D7000 > 60D ! hope it comes out soon
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 4:01 pm
by Blakey
PYLee wrote:D7000 > 60D ! hope it comes out soon
no way Canon > Nikon
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 4:12 pm
by twr75
Get the 2 lense option and get a second body....
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 4:17 pm
by Blakey
lol im not made of money. if i was id just buy a 5D.
Posted: Tue Oct 19, 2010 6:25 pm
by Mixedmotorsportmedia
lol.. some say that.
but i went 400d - 30d - 50d - 5d - 5dmk2 - 1dmk3 - 1dsmk3 - 1dmk4 - wonder whats next
theres always 1 better lol
i would honestly save up some more Cash can get a L series somthing like the 24 - 105 L is a good lens.. can pick them up cheap these days to
Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2010 7:28 pm
by SXy2010
i am not in any way knowledgeable at all in the art of photography but i use an efs 18-200 mm with image stabilization and it works really well
Posted: Mon Dec 06, 2010 7:58 pm
by jolly_tas
I can't give you any help with what lens to choose but I looked into all that when I was buying a camera and just decided an ultra zoom was more practical for me. It doesn't quite have all the bells and whistles of an SLR but still has full manual aperture and shutter (1/1000 - 16 secs) with the bonus of being able to go from 3cm super macro to 38-380mm without changing lenses.
Different strokes for different folks, but from what I did research, go for the single lens pack. Less hassle, and as Draevon said, less chance of getting dirt inside.