ted_de_la_garza Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Travelling abroad for 8 mons. What would be the best most practical single zoom lens??? Ted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swenson Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 I have a Canon so for me it's the 28-135 IS. I've used it for most of my travel work. Jim http://SwensonStudio.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian_torio Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Ted -- I agree with Jim. The Canon 28-135 IS is a good choice since it's smaller and lighter than the 28-70L (and new 24-70L). The IS helps you capture shots that you might otherwise miss. It also gives you more reach than the two L lenses I mentioned. Oh yeah, it's also a lot less expensive. :-) If the 28-135 IS is more expensive that you'd like, you can always look at the 28-105mm. It's another good performer, although it lacks IS and a little bit of reach in comparision. On the flip side, it's lighter than the 28-135 IS lens, so that could be a benefit while travelling. Enjoy your travels and be sure to post some photos when you return! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian_torio Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Just a quick follow-up. My recommendations were based on the Canon EOS system. You didn't mention which camera body (or brand) you have, so I just gave some ideas for Canon. Even if you have another brand, the focal length recommendations are still applicable, though the specs will vary from brand to brand. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddie_chan4 Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Canon 35-350mm f/3.5-5.6L USM. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_wilke2 Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Hi Ted, I purchased the Sigma 28-200 ASPH Macro (62mm filter) a few months ago just for a light weight hiking one lens setup thinking it would be only a so so lens. Not so. Whenever I get prints back, I am amazed how good it is for the money, ($230 at B&H). I have a couple of dozen lenses and it has become a favorite because of convenience and small size and lightweight. Sharp, bright, contrasty and close focusing to boot, I think it is the best value for the money of all my lenses and is the perfect lens for your situation. Don't let the name brand fanatics tell you it can't be that good because mine is. I can't recommend it enough. Mike Wilke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim schwaiger Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 Nikkor 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 AF-D with Micro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_scott2 Posted January 10, 2003 Share Posted January 10, 2003 For me, there is no best most practical single zoom lens. One body + one lens = no photos if you experience any breakdowns. My travel kit contains Nikon FM2n & FE bodies and 24, 50 & 135mm lenses (oh, and an Olympus Stylus Epic in my pocket too). Since there's no such thing as a 24-135/2.8 zoom (1.8 @ 50mm), I'll stick with the individual lenses. If there were such a zoom lens, it would weigh more than the 3 primes anyway... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_lofquist Posted January 11, 2003 Share Posted January 11, 2003 While most of my lenses are primes, I do think that zooms are fine for travel. That means less switching when attempting to get the best composition, and less likelyhood of loss. My minimum lens choice would be a 24-85 and a 70-210 (or approximate), but not necessarily the f/2.8 apertures as they become a bit heavy. I wouldn't suggest trying to get this focal length range in one lens, however as there are too many optical compromises in the ones that I have seen. Your choice will be dependent on your subjects and what you can reasonably carry. Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stemked Posted January 12, 2003 Share Posted January 12, 2003 Pentax 28-105 f3.2-4.5. A really LOVELY lens; sharp and very light. that is if you are shooting with Pentax! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kodus Posted January 12, 2003 Share Posted January 12, 2003 The compact Tamron 28-200mm XR got to the best single travel lens. It's light, has a super zoom, features close focusing, is priced not that expensive ($250), and has acceptable level of distortion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicholas_yu Posted July 17, 2003 Share Posted July 17, 2003 If your talkig about 1 len, I agree with the 28-105. Its great. Maybe consider that new 24-120VR, The reviews positive. I travel with 2 lenses, 17-35 and 70-200. Perfect. *yes, I know its heavy*. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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