DSLR Lenses
Buying an interchangeable lens can be as difficult as deciding which brand digital single lens reflex camera to get. Not only are the number and types of lenses staggering, but the cost of some is enough to take your breath away. Here’s what I’ve learned about lenses I own or have rented:
Canon 18-55mm IS II lens
The new Canon 18-55mm IS II kit lens has minor revisions but, according to Canon, the same specifications as its well-regarded predecessor.
Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 lens
The Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 lens has a lot going for it: fast, lightweight, sharp and relatively inexpensive. Here’s why I’m not going to buying it.
Handling a three pound lens
Hand-holding a DSLR lens with a three pound lens attached can be a challenge. Camera settings, technique, patience and practice are keys for getting sharp, blur-free images.
Canon 400mm L lens
The Canon 400mm L lens is one of the most popular lenses used by seasoned birder and wildlife photographers. But it may be too heavy-.
Canon 18-55mm IS kit lens
The kit lens that comes with the Canon Digital Rebel XSi/450D is surprisingly good and has been given high marks by professional reviews and users, including me.
Canon 50mm f/1.8 II
There is a lot to like about the Canon 50mm f/1.8 II lens, but a few things to dislike to. But what a lens for the price!
Canon 55-250mm IS lens
The Canon 55-250mm IS lens, much improved over its non-IS predecessor, gives great image quality. Here are tips for using this reasonably priced zoom lens.