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  1. #21
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    Alright boys, the tax return hit the bank account last night...!! So, with the supposed release of the 70D on Friday, I'm going to wait until then, but other than that, I'm ready to buy.

    After talking to Seth quite a bit, he convinced me to look into a slightly used 7D over a new 60D... I can probably get either of those for $900-ish for the body I'd guess... I would really like to purchase new to ensure full warranty and NO issues with the camera, but either way, looking for the best bang for our buck. Also, looking to get something that we will not feel the need to upgrade. I'd rather invest in nice lenses and other types of lenses for different shooting methods. For now though, we'll get one lens, probably an EF-S 17-85 lens... Not so sure I'll need the STM variation, so probably the USM...

    Am I right in my thinking so far on lenses? Anyone have any good website links that explain what to look for for lens selection?

    Thanks again everyone!
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    What are you going to be shooting and will it be indoors or out?

    If it is indoors and moving then you want a fast lens so I'd suggest an f2.8 small zoom. If you are outdoors shooting stills in bright light then your middle of the road f4-5.6 2 or 300mm zoom would work. I shoot Nikon so I can't help you on the good Canon lenses. The pros all seem to like the big white ones ;-)

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    I'd like to shoot outdoors, nature (flowers, scenery, animals, bugs, etc), cars, people... My wife wants it mainly for doing baby/kid photography... That will of course be a combination of in and outdoors.
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    Pass on those Ef-s lenses IMO.

    If you're not going to go to an L lens right away the 28-135mm is a good compromise on price and quality and it works on FF cameras too if you upgrade eventually.

    You'll also get an extra 1/3rd stop as its a 3.5-5.6 fstop rather than a 4-5.6 like the 17-85.

    I still say L glass is the best choice even if its used.

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    Yeah, I honestly was looking at an L lens, but Wikipedia was stating the retail price was $1250 or something insane like that......??
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    Don't be afraid to spend money on good lenses if you plan to do more than just take snapshots. Also look for used lenses. Here is an L lense 24-105mm f4 for $750 that looks new. $400 savings. http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1195600

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    Quote Originally Posted by JupiterBMW View Post
    Yeah, I honestly was looking at an L lens, but Wikipedia was stating the retail price was $1250 or something insane like that......??
    Ya but also consider used doesn't mean broken trashed or beat up. I can find you some of those l lenses in very good condition for $800 or less


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    Quote Originally Posted by brewer90 View Post
    Don't be afraid to spend money on good lenses if you plan to do more than just take snapshots. Also look for used lenses. Here is an L lense 24-105mm f4 for $750 that looks new. $400 savings. http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1195600
    Exactly what I was going to suggest, down to the forum.


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    I will check out the forum for sure. Still looking for the best place to buy, this forum might bring good results. I am definitely open to used, looking to keep my initial purchase less than $1500.
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    I prefer the face to face that Craigslist provides. FredMiranda is a great resource, but I don't want to end up like this guy:

    http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1190698
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