I got the REBEL XT, now need lenses!

[dogbert]

I bought the USM model. It's rare that my shots are not in focus and when they are, it's because I focused on the wrong thing.

[LovinPowell]

I bought the USM model. It's rare that my shots are not in focus and when they are, it's because I focused on the wrong thing.

So you're saying that it's worth the price difference?

[ragboy]

Sorry, got confused on the name, the lense that was recommended to me was the Tamron 70-300. Is that the brand that you were referring to, or is there also a Tamara?

I meant tamron, yes, sorry, They are cheap. I bought one, and replaced it with a canon. It just sits.

[ragboy]

So this is a pretty decent deal?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16830998381

Thats the same lens I got, and I paid a bit more at walmart. The thing is, you can trust newegg to always have great prices, and they are reliable, and have good service. I buy everything there.

[ragboy]

What about these?

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm.../dp/B00004THD0

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm.../dp/B00004THCZ

It appears that the only difference is the USM, I believe that is the Ultrasonic Motor, is that worth the difference in price?

I don't think those lenses say they are autofocus. The newegg does. Personally, I would buy from newegg cuz I trust them, but its up to you. You def want the autofocus lens though, and those may have that, but you want to be sure.

[dogbert]

So you're saying that it's worth the price difference?

If you're using it for sports action photos, then yes. Otherwise, probably not.

[talltigeguy]

What about these?

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm.../dp/B00004THD0

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm.../dp/B00004THCZ

It appears that the only difference is the USM, I believe that is the Ultrasonic Motor, is that worth the difference in price?

LP, I just bought the one with the USM. I'll let you try it out if you want, but you can't take it to Hawaii with you. I think that the USM is supposed to be more efficient? $189.99 did not seem bad to me. My birthday is coming soon.

It does have Autofocus. That is what the USM does, right?
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm...outThisProduct

[dogbert]

It does have Autofocus. That is what the USM does, right?
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm...outThisProduct

You are correct, sir.

[chpthril]

You're going to love that set up Tall. Like I said, I've had that lens for 10 yrs now and It will reach out and take some awesome pics. The best part is, if I decide to upgrade to a digi SLR body, I don't have to buy lenses, my current lenses will work

[ragboy]

LP, I just bought the one with the USM. I'll let you try it out if you want, but you can't take it to Hawaii with you. I think that the USM is supposed to be more efficient? $189.99 did not seem bad to me. My birthday is coming soon.

It does have Autofocus. That is what the USM does, right?
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm...outThisProduct

You will be amazed at the pictures you will take. I know I was.

[Moki]

My daily use lens is a Canon EFS 17 -85 mm with auto-focus and auto-stabilization. It cost between $489 - $638 on the internet right, but it is an awesome lens!


http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...Inc-_-30998034

Review:

[Moki]

You're going to love that set up Tall. Like I said, I've had that lens for 10 yrs now and It will reach out and take some awesome pics. The best part is, if I decide to upgrade to a digi SLR body, I don't have to buy lenses, my current lenses will work

Chpthrl,
Do you have the 70-300 or the 75-300, because there is a big difference in price and quality between the two? The 70-300 is a much better and more expensive lens.

[chpthril]

Chpthrl,
Do you have the 70-300 or the 75-300, because there is a big difference in price and quality between the two? The 70-300 is a much better and more expensive lens.

EF 75-300mm 1:4 - 5.6 II (non-IS) I paid about $300 for the II about 10yrs ago.....$100 more then the III is today The biggest diff seems to be the over-all lens size and angle of view. For an amateur shutter bug, i'm not sure the 70-300 is worth 2x.


Specs for the 75-300mm: $199
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 75-300mm 1:4-5.6
Lens Construction: 13 elements in 9 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 32-degrees 11' - 8-degrees 15'
Focus Adjustment: Front group rotating extension system with Micromotor
Closest Focusing Distance: 4.9 ft. (1.5m)
Filter Size: 58mm
Max. Diameter x Length: 2.8 in. x 4.8 in. (71mm x 122mm)
Weight: 16.8 oz. (480g)

Specs on the 75-300mm IS: $650
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 70-300mm f/4-5.6
Lens Construction: 15 elements in 10 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 84-degrees - 23-degrees 20-ft (with full-frame camera)
Focus Adjustment: Front-focusing method with helicoid ring drive
Closest Focusing Distance: 4.9 ft./1.5m
Zoom System: 6-group helical zoom (rotational angle: 84-degrees)
Filter Size: 58mm
Max. Diameter x Length: 3.0 in. x 5.6 in. (76.5mm x 142.8mm) (lens only)
Weight: 22.2 oz. (630g


specs on the 70-300mm: $1,350
Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 70-300mm 1:4.5-5.6:
Lens Construction: 18 elements in 12 groups
Diagonal Angle of View: 34 - 8-degrees 15'
Focus Adjustment: Rear focusing system with focusing cam
Closest Focusing Distance: 1.4m / 4.6 ft.:
Zoom System: Rotating type :
Filter Size: 58mm:
Max. Diameter x Length, 3.2 x 3.9 in. (82.4 x 99.9mm)
Weight: 25.4 oz. (720g)

[Moki]

I am looking to pick up a telephoto lens and tend to agree with you. It would be nice to find a little bit more expensive used lens on ebay.