Canon Ef S 18 200mm
I need some information about the focusing on 3 Canon Lenses?
I bought a Canon Rebel XSi with the 18-55mm kit lens but the focusing ring on it rotates the whole front part of the lens. This is especially bothersome when using a polarizing filter. I was wondering how the focusing system worked for the following three camreas:
-Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
-Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
-Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM
I own both the 17-85mm and the 28-135mm. Neither of them have front rotating elements. They’ll be fine with a polarizer.
Canon Ef S 18 200mm
Xsi Rebel – Great Camera At A Fair Price
Bought this camera to replace my Nikon D70. I’ve been a Nikon user for years however my D70 was starting to do strange things including reformatting the memory card at will! I bought the camera after reading the review on dpreview. Took the Canon to Scandinavia, taking about 2,500 shots via a Sigma 18-200mm OS lens(I wish canon would produce such a lens however the results with the Sigma were excellent). This is a feature loaded camera which will appeal to the amateur and prosumer as well. The menus are excellent, very intuitive compared to the D70. Highly recommended.
XSi Rebel – Amazon Was a Delight to Deal With
I ordered this camera body, a lens hood and a memory card from Amazon. I received everything in perfect condition, with no problems and on time. I was able to track each item online and the camera and memory card arrived a week ahead of schedule (even using the free, but slow, free delivery) and the hood arrived right on the scheduled day. Also, Amazon had the best prices, no sales tax and free delivery. You can save more than a few bucks if you’re willing to wait a few days.
XSi Rebel – Love at First Click
I love this camera. I used to have an old Minolta XGM 35MM for many years and loved taking pictures so I decided to get back into photography and I waited for this ever since it was first announced by Canon. I got this and the 70-300 zoom and have been taking pictures everywhere. It takes fantastic pictures and make me look like a professional photographer. Now everyone I know, wants me to take pictures for them. The transaction was easy and happily uneventful. I received it on time and in fine condition. I received it from Ritz/Amazon. I am looking forward to taking classes so I can benefit from all the great features. I would highly recommend this if you have the dough!
Canon XSi Rebel – One Incredible Camera
I bought this camera as an upgrade from a sophisticated point and shoot. It’s remarkably easy to use, and the 3″ LCD is fantastic, even in bright light. I chose to buy the body only, and to put the money saved toward a better quality Canon lens (a EF-S 17-85 IS USM) which in the long run should serve me better than the kit lens, although it’s a bit heavier.
I’ve found the menus to be easy to comprehend and intuitive. The viewfinder is bright and provides excellent feedback re: camera settings without having to take my eye away from it to look at the LCD. I’ve had the camera for about a month now, and have been impressed with image quality, battery life and, as you’d expect, the versatility afforded by an SLR.
XSi Rebel – One Great Camera
I waited a year for Canon to put their Digic 3 processor in a Rebel. The wait was worth it. The camera produces amazing results. The flexibility from a point and shoot to the macro to the full program mode is vast. I am a fan of the picture modes which all produce great shots. In particular I use the sports mode for shooting soccer shots. The continuous servo auto focus and shooting mean excellent results. The camera also feels great in your hands – just really well designed. The menus are easy to follow, and read on the large LCD, and arranged sensibly. You should buy this camera.
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Canon EF-S 18-200mm F3.5-5.6 IS?
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canon_18-200_3p5-5p6_is/
I’ve been waiting for Canon to come out with an 18-200mm lens for a long time. In fact, I was even a little jealous that Nikon had one but Canon did not. Only problem is, I plan on upgrading to a full frame someday. I chose NOT to buy the EF-S 10-22mm F3.5-4.5 USM Wide Angle Lens for this reason.
What do you think… should I go ahead and buy it and sell it with my camera later, or just skip it? Do you think Canon will ever come out with an EF 18-200mm?
Buy it now and use it now. Sell it with your camera when you upgrade to full frame, it’ll retain decent value (especially considering the $800 they’re asking for it).
And no, there will likely not be an EF version. The optical mechanics alone would make it near impossible to produce cheaply. 18mm on full frame is ultra wide, not just wide.
Canon EF Lens 50mm F1.8 II with EOS Kiss X3 (500D / Rebel T1i)