Lens suggestion for Canon EOS 60D?

Steven

i have the canon 60d with the 18-200mm lens that come together with the camera.

i want to shoot everything (wide, macro, bokeh, tele).
Please suggest me lens, that each of it costs less than $500.
i mean, not all combined is $500.
each one of it not more than $500. So it means if i want to purchase all, i may spend $2000

Answer
You already have a lens that can be used to shoot wide and tele. Although not the widest available, you can use the 18mm end of your 18-200mm zoom for landscapes and while not the longest focal length the 200mm end of the 18-200mm zoom is often adequate for some sports.

For true macro photography you'll be looking at either the Canon EF-S 60mm f2.8 Macro USM ($469.99) or the Canon EF 100mm f2.8 Macro USM ($599.99). Either of these lenses will give you a 1:1 (life-sized) reproduction ratio. Take a picture of an ant that measures 20mm long and it will be 20mm long on your sensor.

If you want to go wider than 18mm then look at the Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM ($859.99).

If you want to go longer than 200mm and get really good image quality then look at the Canon EF 300mm f4L IS USM ($1,499.00).

All prices from the Canon website. I did find one worth considering for under $500.00.

In my opinion buying another highly compromised variable aperture zoom lens that will duplicate a lot of the focal length you already have with your 18-200mm zoom just isn't a good way to spend your money.

Always remember this: "A good lens isn't cheap and a cheap lens isn't good." Lenses are really an investment since with reasonable care they'll outlast you. I still use a 24mm wide angle I bought in August of 1972.

For the record, bokeh is not something you shoot. Its a Japanese word that, translated, means "pleasing blur" and is used to describe the out of focus highlights in the background. Its a product of the lens design and its quality depends on the number of blades used to make up the diaphragm inside the lens. The more blades the rounder the opening and the smoother the bokeh.

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will this lens fits my canon 60d?

mark

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+100mm+f/2.8+Macro+Lens/7170189.p?id=1110266578488&skuId=7170189&st=100mm&cp=1&lp=1

Answer
Yes it fit on canon 60d

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

100mm macro USM lens with f/2.8 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
Secondary diaphragm blocks stray light at f/2.8 for increased contrast
Ultra-sonic monitor provides outstanding autofocusing speed at all distances
3-group floating system for exceptional close-up performance; full-time manual focus
Measures 3.1 inches in diameter and 4.7 inches long; weighs 21.1 ounces; 1-year warranty

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Macro Lens for Canon DSLR?

sbou2

I would like a macro lens for my Canon DSLR. Our budget is a little tight this Christmas, so I'm hoping to stay under or around $400, if at all possible. My old macro lens was a Olympus Zuiko Digital Macro lens (35mm). I was pretty happy with it, but now I've switched cameras and I'd like something as good as or better than the Zuiko lens.
Any help would be greatly appreciated(: Thank you.

Answer
Look at this one. It is an excellent one and will match your budget

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/ef_lens_lineup/ef_50mm_f_2_5_compact_macro

Canon or Sony DSLR camera?

Mac

Okay, so my girlfriend is getting me into photography. She has been a photographer for a while and recommended taking me to the Sony store for my first camera. However, I've found a Canon Rebel EOS XSi, with an extra lens and equipment.

Which one is better, based on photographic performance?

Thanks for your input!

Answer
Canon's XSi is not the newest camera in the world, which is why you've managed to find one with accessories for a nice looking price. With a lack on knowledge there is the possibility that the accessories coming with the camera you've found are not so hot too (though I could be wrong).

When it comes to Sony SLT's (technically not DSLRs) they suit newbies and gadget phreaks, and offer more bang for the buck than Canon (or Nikon). You'll find there is a great deal of resistance from the brand nazis to anything other than Canon or Nikon, which as Nikon relies so heavily on Sony components is a little lame. So, am I gong to suggest you go out and buy a Sony, well no actually. I'm going to suggest that you find a few camera shops and see how each brand feels in your hands. If it feels right then go for it, whether it's Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, Olympus, Sigma, or Panasonic. It's a bit like choosing a new lover really (is the girl friend trying to tell you something?).

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