Rebel 300D Lens

[joe_orsak]

I am posting this as a seperate question. Considering buying the

Canon 300D and have read several reviews that say in essense, "Great

camera, weak lense."

 

If I were to buy the body alone and then a higher quality lens, would

this be recommended and if so any recommendations on the lens?

 

You guys are awesome! Appreciate so much your thoughts and time in

answering.

[jbq]

The common trend is that the lens is worth its $100. Alternatives that are as wide include the 20-35 and 17-40 lenses, which are more expensive, require larger filters, and cover less range. Each of them in a step up in terms of image and build quality.

 

Even if you don't want the lens, there's a good chance that you could find a 10D owner who'd want it.

[joe_orsak]

I can buy the 300D body for $689. So I'm looking for the best "All around" lens for $200-$300. Any suggestions would be a GREAT help. I'm a total newbie in the photography world.

 

Thanks again for the time you've taken to comment.

[Rob_L1664876404]

Joe,

 

(I don't know why you started a separate thread.) I'm sorry, but if you see the 300D advertized for less than $879US, it's probably a scam. You will be a little over your $1000, but the body without the kit lens (referred to as and EF-S lens due to the shortened back focus on this one-of-a-kind lens) and a good $200 Canon EF zoom (many to choose from in different focal lengths) will be an excellent combination. Keep in mind that since the 10D and 300D sensors are not the size of a full 35mm frame, there is a 1.6 "crop" or mulitplication factor for EF lenses on these ditigal bodies. In other words, a 24-70 becomes a 38-112 on the 10D or 300D. There are a lot of good articles out there - including several on this site - where you can learn a lot about this topic. I suggest you check out some of the available resources.

[joe_orsak]

$689 without lense

 

http://www.amphotoworld.com/product.asp?id=cneos300d&l=Froogle

 

$699 without lense

 

http://www.digitalliquidators.com/detail.asp?pid=cneos300d&l=Froogle

 

And $719 without lense

 

http://www.radioactivedeals.com/products.asp?product_id=10115&engine=froogle

 

Thanks so much for the info on the lenses. I have tooo much to learn. It all feels overwhelming at times.

 

I plan on ordering just the body from one of the above depending on which of them has the better deals on the lenses. IF they carry the lenses.

 

Thanks again.

[mark_mankey]

I'll just direct you to two good articles on this site:<br>

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<a href="http://www.photo.net/equipment/canon/300D/EOS_300D_lenses.html">Here's a general overview of what is out there in regards to EOS lenses you might think of for your 300D</a>.<br>

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If you're looking for a good "all around" zoom lens, <a href="http://www.photo.net/equipment/canon/28zooms/index.html">this article might be of some help</a>.

[bobatkins]

You will probably regret it.

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Those stores have less than stellar reputations and it's highly unlikely you'll get the camera for that price - at least not without an extra $50 for the battery, $100 in shipping charges and a $50 upgrade from the model made in China.

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If you decide to go with the lowest bidder, please report back here with your experience so others don't make the same mistake.

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<a href="http://www.photo.net/equipment/canon/efs18-55/review/">EF-S 18-55 review</a>

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<a href="http://www.bobatkins.com/photography/digital/10d300dlenses.html">Lens choices for the 300D</a>

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<a href="http://www.photo.net/equipment/caveat_emptor.html">Caveat Emptor</a>

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If you read nothing else, read the last one.

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Joe, you're a self-professed newbie to photography, possibly a newbie to online retailers also. amphotoworld will take your money & give you nothing but grief. Reviews <a href=http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1988.html>here</a>.

[joe_orsak]

Duxup, Wow! Thank you for those articles. Great and perfect info.

[joe_orsak]

I thnak you all for the warnings. I didn't really go into the whole "where" I'm going to purchase it thing. I am a total newbie to camera's, but not online purchases. In another thread, I said, "I rarely purchase from the lowest bidder." In this case th elowest two have bad ratings. The site radioactivedeals at $719 so far seems ok. I'm still doing my homework on that part. Again I thank you all for the warnings.

[bobatkins]

If you enjoy gambling, by all means buy on the basis of lowest advertised price.

 

My prediction is that if you deal with anyone advertising a price much under $850 for the body or $950 for the Kit, you'll probably regret it - plus you'll end up spending about $850 for the body or $950 for the kit by the time you're done.

 

You will learn that about 90% of online and mail order stores selling photo gear are out to screw you in one way or another. The best way to learn this lesson is to ignore advice like you have been given here.

 

Good luck (you'll probably need it)

[mormegil]

www.resellerratings.com

 

The only good reviews I saw from Radioactive were people who were happy getting a 'package' deal. Don't expect a good experience if you only want the body.

[dick_facey]

Joe,

 

Just a couple of suggestions. as for the internet companies the only two I'd buy from (and have spent plenty with both) are B&H and Adorama. However what I did with my camera is I walked into Bestbuy when they had the camera on sale or you can wait for them to have a 10% off sale. that will drop the camera AND the lens to $900. Then get the bestbuy rewards card which will give you an extra $50 back for the purchase.

 

now for the lens question. The kit lens while not being the best lens in the world is quite good for $100. It offers decent macro and for a beginner it's great. I've even see them going for well over $100 on Ebay so if you really didn't want it that is an idea. however it does offer a nice wide angle that you will find useful. As for a second lens, it depends on how you will use it. Do you want to stay in the same focal range? if so the 28-105mm is a good choice, or for a bit more you can get the 28-135 with the IS feature. I have that lens and use it as my walk around. However in the end I'm not sure you will find a lens that is THAT much better if you are still going to stay in that $200-$300 range. I'd maybe go for the 28-135 IS (it's $399 at B&H photo) and then save up for an L lens if you really want a quality lens. In the end it comes down to the old saying...you get what you pay for.