Will a Canon EF 28-90 mm lens work on an XSi?

lulu

I own a Canon EOS Rebel K2 film camera that came with a kit lens Canon EF 28-90 mm. I am thinking of going digital and am going to buy a EOS Rebel XSi. My question is if my old lens would work on the new camera so I could just buy the body and switch it out. I eventually, in the very far future, want to buy nicer lens, but can't really afford it right now. Do they work very differently? I am not very knowledgeable on this subject. As a side note does anyone know how good the EF-S 18-55IS lens is? Should I buy the XSi as a kit or buy a separate/better lens?

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The EF 28-90 will work just fine on an XSi. In fact the XSi can use all EF and EFs lenses. The 28-90 will perform differently on the XSi though. The Canon Rebels and the 40D and 50D all use an APS-C sized sensor which is smaller than 35mm film. This means that the image appears more magnified than on your film camera. You will often here this referred to as the crop factor. The crop factor is 1.6. So what you need to do is multiply the focal length of your lens by 1.6 to get the equivalent focal length on your film camera. Your 28-90mm lens will perform as a 44.8-144mm lens would on your film camera. This is good on the telephoto end but bad on the wide angle end. This is why the kit lens for the digital cameras is 18-55mm instead of 28-90mm. If you will miss the wide angle I would suggest getting the 18-55mm lens kit.

One other thing. The EFs lenses will not work on your film camera or a full frame digital like the 5D MKII. Just keep that in mind when you are lens shopping in the future.

I'm looking for a replacement lens for my Canon Rebel XSi...?

wenggay

because I broke the 18-55mm lens that came with the kit. I didn't want to get the exact lens for replacement but i don't know which one to get. I'm now looking at Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens but i don't know if it could be a direct replacement... could i actually have it directly attached to just the body of the camera or does it require a working standard zoom lens that i had? Please help me. Thank you in advance

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You can use ALL...Canon EF and EF-S lenses (plus third party lenses with Canon mount) on your Rebel XSi.

I agree with Hondo. The EF 75-300mm lens is a crap lens. But what would you expect from a telephoto lens that costs a mere US$138 (from Amazon)? Lens choice is very important...and often you DO get what you pay for. Choose wisely (yes, it may cost a bit) and it will become an investment that will last for years...because spending money on a crap lens is a complete waste of money if it's not going to deliver good results.

So, you'll need to spend more than a measly $140 on a telephoto lens if you want sharp image quality. I recommend you buy a new lens with a similar focal range than your kit lens, because it makes a good general purpose lens, whereas a lens starting at 75mm, is not so 'general purpose'.

I recommend the new Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM. This lens has an ultrasonic motor and is a big step up in image and build quality than the standard kit lens. That's why it costs around US$699.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-S-15-85mm-f-3.5-5.6-IS-USM-Lens-Review.aspx
http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/465-canon_1585_3556is

If you prefer a telephoto lens, I recommend the excellent Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM (US $636)
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-70-200mm-f-4.0-L-USM-Lens-Review.aspx
However, if it's way too much for your budget...I recommend the Canon EF-S 55-250mm (US$200-250).
http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/411-canon_55250_456is_50d

If you need much better low light shooting capability, look at getting a prime lens (single focal length) like the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II (US $100-120) or the f/1.4 version with USM (US$345). These lenses are great for shooting handheld in low light and also portraits.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-50mm-f-1.8-II-Lens-Review.aspx
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-50mm-f-1.4-USM-Lens-Review.aspx

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How do I attach the strap to the Canon Rebel XSI when the "original" strapping comes undone?

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diziceange

have received the Canon Rebel XSI, and I was starting to attach the strap, when I realized I had no clue what I was doing. So, the original binding of the packaged strap is undone, and it is not on the camera. I have looked in the manual, but it was of no help because they only give directions of how to attach the strap with the "original" binding. How do I attach it while this has happened? Thank you.

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Lay the strap flat, with the Canon logo downwards. Place the camera infront of it with the lens facing away from you. Pick the strap up and turn it over to check the writing is the right way round (it should be the right way up as you look at it from this angle). Put the strap back down.

Take the left hand end of the strap, without twisting it, feed it upwards through the hole for it on the left of the camera. Feed it back through the two fittings, following the line it already takes. This just doubles up the strap through each of the fittings, holding it in place.

There is no need to put a twist into the strap at any point.

Repeat the process on the right hand side. Up and through, loop round, through the two fittings. Once its done check everything is tight before trusting the strap with your new camera.

I have a question about how to clean Canon XSi?

gamefreak9

I just recently purchased a Canon Rebel XSi and the LCD screen is somewhat dirty.
How would I go about cleaning the lcd screen itself? I've heard that I should use microfiber cloths that come with eye glasses, but I want your opinion on this.

Thanks in advance.

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The LCD screen isn't all that important, considering that it doesn't affect your images at all, and all you use it for is image review or checking info.
Hence, I wouldn't worry too much about it. However, I would apply the same rules as I apply to my lenses - no fluids ever, as they may ruin the coating on the lens.

Using a microfiber cloth makes the most sense to me, too. It is all I use, and they do do a great job.

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Is a Canon EOS Rebel XSi good for Concert Photography?

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Jude

Is a Canon EOS Rebel XSi good for Concert Photography?
Can anyone tell me if the Canon EOS Rebel XSi is good for concert phototography? I'm not a pro photographer by any means, but I'd like to buy a camera that will produce some nice shots. Any additional tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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Yes....I also own one. Be sure you have a 200-300mm lens and be sure that you are get close enough to the stage. Set the ISO setting to around 800-1600 for starters. Then take the photo when the stage lighting is shing on the subject. You have to do some practice shots and be sure to carefull support the camera and lens to avoid camera shake causing blur. Be sure that the shutter speed is set at about 1/250 or perhaps 1/125 and the aperature is wide open.

What lens would be better for outdoor portraits, 50mm or 85mm?

Brian

So I have a Canon Rebel XSI, and was looking at lenses, which would be better for outdoor portraits, the 50mm or the 85mm? Defiantly dont have a set budget Im also looking at bang for the buck value also... Thank you

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I don't know whether you are a professional or amateur (sure, amateur, otherwise you'd know the choice). In fact, all the 50mm, 85mm etc are necessary for portrait photography. One is not sure when one would need which lenses. If amateur, I would suggest a 50mm because 85mm is counted as telephoto lenses. In portrait photo-taking it can distort the face or any big-close ups. 50mm has another extra facility that you can use that in normal cases.

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