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M$6 December 15, 2008 07:46 PM

Best lenses for Cannon Rebel XTi

I'm an amateur photographer with extra emphasis on amateur and am wondering what I should be looking for in my next lens for my camera. I like to do fun action shots usually of people, but I like to experiment and try new things with my photography. Right now I'm just using the kit lens that came with the camera.
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kenford kenford
 
 December 15, 2008 08:14 PM
The obvious characteristic of a d-SLR is that you can change the lens and choose the one that best fits your subject. The Canon EOS Rebel XTi can operate with all lenses with an EF or EF-s mount (analogue and digital respectively) of which Canon has a wide variety available for both consumers ($1000). The number of lenses is still growing and image stabilization gets better all the time. The Rebel XTi is also suited to take lenses of third parties like Sigma, Tamron and Tokina.

1. Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 lens would be a great lens for you. it's a macro lens, which focused down to around six or seven inches, which is pretty close when you think of it. Here's a link to the product, and where you can get it at a great price,
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-Macro-D ..
Also, it's a USM lens, which means that it has an ultrasonic motor, which translates to focusing on subjects faster than on a cheaper lens which didn't facilitate such a feature. Get the 60mm, Great lens!

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2.Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Zoom Lens - $169.95

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-75-300mm-Accessory-Digital-Cameras/dp/B001B4TOA6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1229371912&sr=8-1

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3.Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II Lens - Price: $234.98
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-18-55mm-3-5-5-6-II/dp/B000R96FP8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1229371912&sr=8-3

4. Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II Lens - Price: $234.98
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-18-55mm-3-5-5-6-II/dp/B000R96FP8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1229371912&sr=8-3
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• Every answer here was great, but I had to pick one and this one had great links and lots of options! Thanks everyone!


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an1sh an1sh
 
December 15, 2008 07:47 PM
Here is a good read in looking for lenses:

http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/digital_rebel_xt-review/

There are many factors in buying lenses, it all depends on the style and lighting a photographer is comfortable with

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emren emren
 
December 15, 2008 07:48 PM
One of the most fun lenses that you can have is a fisheye lens. It can be used to take really interesting artsy pictures, such as the one below. With it you can do many many things.

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bromatphy bromatphy
 
December 15, 2008 07:49 PM
Canon EF-S Zoom lens - 17 mm - 85 mm - F/4.0-5.6 - Canon EF-S

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akuta akuta
 
December 15, 2008 07:54 PM
My own personal opinion (I run a Dig Rebel as well) is that a 50mm non-zoom lens is VERY much needed. There is one that is on the low end that I purchased that was very nice in results for an amateur lens (Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II). This is a wonderful portrait lens. Does a really good job of pulling objects out of the image and blurring the background for control of image composure. Mind you, just because it's on the low end of cost doesn't mean it's a poor lens. It is a great lens and you can get it for a really great price. The alternative to the lens (the same model, but newer) costs a heck of a lot more.

There are a couple of other options you could use if you want to get a little more exploratory. I have both macro and wide-angle lenses (look on eBay for your lenses... Trust me... You can find very good sellers and get VERY good deals. Focus on Paypal payments if you have a PP account and this will secure your purchase should there be a defect issue).

As long as it's running 58mm threads and is created for the EF/ES format you should be ok. There are some great sites out there. One of my favorite is http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ Has some very helpful reviews.

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dank dank
 
December 15, 2008 07:56 PM
I use the EF-S 17-85 mm. Its usually priced under $600 which is much less than most of the upgrades out there. Its generally ranked as the most popular upgrade. I've been very happy with the quality it provides, but I'm not doing anything professional. I looked at the EF-S 17-55mm but it was twice as expensive and I just didn't think that it provided all that much more for the price.
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Just my personal experience with the two upgrades. I looked at a bunch of sites when I was picking mine out.


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triviajunk... triviajunk...
 
December 15, 2008 07:58 PM
The kit lens comes in a portrait lens length A portrait lens is the go to lens for most photography scenarios. The best inexpensive replacement for your kit lens is Tamron's 24-70 (you can search that in amazon). It has great (clear and sharp) optics and has a nice wide aperture which will allow you to take pictures in lower light plus add a nice depth of field effect.

As for your next lens you will probably want a telephoto. I would recommend Cannons 70-200 F 4.0 L series lens. You can buy it for a relatively low price, and it has superb optics (clearest and sharpest available).

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kcmoore kcmoore
 
December 15, 2008 07:59 PM
the 17-85 will work for almost all of the outdoor shots that you can do. However, for indoor/outdoor (especially at distance) shots, i find that the EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS is the best.

I do photos inside churches almost always in less than optimal lighting conditions. The 18-200 has never failed me. If I am going to do up close portraits, I will switch to a different lens. However, for distance and "action" shots I stick with the 18-200
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http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategory...


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jdwusami jdwusami
 
December 15, 2008 08:03 PM
If you are doing indoor aka low light shots then you will want an f/2.8 rating with IS (Image Stabilization). You can also try a 3rd party Sigma lens instead of the more expensive Canon lens. This will save you some money and for an amateur you will be satisfied with the quality. Just so you know most indoor conditions would be considered low light and thus would benefit from the tips above.

Not knowing more about the price for the lens and more about what you want to do with it I cannot make a more specific recommendation. I do not know how this new system works but if you could add some specifics to your questions I would be able to help you more.

Hope these tips can help you in taking better pictures with your DSLR. The Canon Rebel XTi is a very nice DSLR for under $1000.
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This was just my own experience with camera's and consulting with other people. No Specific sources other then my brain.


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acerocknro... acerocknro...
 
December 15, 2008 08:06 PM
A good lens that any photographer should own is a 50mm, with either an f-stop of 1.8 or 1.4. The Canon 50mm f1.8 only costs around $100, and will allow you to shoot in much lower lighting situations than your kit lens. It also makes a nice portrait lens, as it blows the background out of focus nicely.

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rhtbep rhtbep
 
December 15, 2008 08:14 PM
I have the Rebel XTi. I had been using the Canon 35mm AF lenses from my film camera but they weren't sharp enough. Bought a Sigma made for Canon digital and still wasn't happy. So I went shopping at B&H photo in NY. Found the Canon 17-85 IS lens and compared the quality on the spot with my Sigma and other two lenses. Unbelievable difference. Traded in my Sigma and got a credit to purchase the 17-85. For the price you can't go wrong. And consider buying a used one. They garuantee them and you can save a ton of money.
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taquintana... taquintana...
 
December 15, 2008 09:15 PM
There are many very good lenses out there for a good price and there are some extremley good lenses out there for a hefty price.

The one that i would recomend as a must if you like portrait work should definitley be the nifty fifty Canon 50mm f/1.8 this lens is around $80 and a must for amatuers. Also the 20-70L lens is good but thats alot more. The one that is the absolute best and i love is the 70-200f/2.8 is the best lens for action shots such as sports or birding this is one good piece of glass!!!

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