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Is an 18-55mm camera lens an okay lens for a beginner?

  • Okay well i'm purchasing my first SLR camera and keep in mind that i'm not that big on photography, i just wanted a nice camera to take good quality photos for when i go overseas. So mostly for holidays and special events not anything superb, i don't think i'll get really into it anyway. Now i'm purchashing a canon eos 600d, now i can get it online for 720$ with the 18-55mm lens compared to 1000$ at retail stores, BUT the ones in stores come with the 18-55mm lens AND the 55-250mm lens, now for some one who just wants nice photos, would it be worth it to get the extra lens? I can buy the 55-250 lens after for cheaper online, so i would be spending around 920$ all together. But at the moment i found online a canon EOS 600d with both the lens for just 816$. (So if later on i decide to get the 55-250 lens i would've lost 100$) Would it be annoying changing around lens? Online there is one that is a 600d that comes with the 18-135mm lens for 900$. I'm so confused what to do, should i just get the 18-55mm lens? Would that be okay for me? Considering i just want to take quality photos over seas. (I'm going to Japan) Does the lenses change the quality? Is the extra money worth it for some one like me? I'm afraid i won't be able to zoom a lot with 18-55 when i go to japan with the landscape. Please help :) I'm only 17 by the way and really don't want to spend that much money. Also does any one like the 600D? Is it a good buy?

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    Although this suggestion will cost slightly more, in my opinion its a good choice for you to consider. Buy the Canon 600D/T3i body and the Canon EF-S 18-200mm f3.5-5.6 zoom lens. At B&H these will cost you $1,198.00 total with free USA shipping. $669.00 for the body, $529.00 for the lens. B&H - http://www.bhphotovideo.com With this kit you will never have to change lenses since you have one lens that goes from wide angle (18mm) to medium telephoto (200mm). Not having to change lenses helps keep dust off the sensor and keeps the electrical contacts that provide information between camera and lens clean as well. The only other lens I'd suggest considering for a 2 lens kit would be the Canon EF 50mm f1.8 which excells in low-light situations - inside a temple or shrine, etc. Of course it isn't nearly as wide as the 18mm end of your 18-200mm zoom but its large aperture (f1.8) will allow you to use a lower ISO in low-light situations and you can "zoom" like we did back before zoom lenses were invented - take a few steps back or a few steps closer. $119.00 at B&H.

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18 55mm is a fine starter lens. The focal range is the most commonly used (hence the reason they put them with the camera) As long as you are not needing to zoom in too much, it should be enough for you. If I had the choice, I think I would have the 18-55 and the 55-250 Yes the lens affects the image quality, and there are more factors when choosing a lens. Mainly the aperture, but for a starter lens you don't really need to worry about that.

bruvvamoff

The 18-55 kits lens is the best lens to start with, for any beginner.

Sounds to me like you should save £300 and get a bridge camera, they offer better zoom than any slr lens. With good amounts of control and image quality.

TW

yes

Andrea

I agree with bruvvamoff's answer totally. I just want to add that you need to be careful about looking for the cheapest price, especially if you are new at this. A lot of on-line retailers get the box from the factory and take everything out of the box that you will NEED to use the camera and then sell it as an add-on to your cheap purchase. You end up paying more money than if you just bought it from a decent dealer in the first place. Check http://www.resellerrating.com before you buy on-line. Check B&H ( http://www.bhphoto.com ) as a reputable dealer with a fair price.

Picture Taker

For less than $100 difference, I would definitely buy it with both lenses. The 18-55mm lens is a good focal length for that camera but you will find it to be a little short on zooming in on details. The 18-135mm might be a good alternative if you find it online. I know that is one of the three lens packages you can buy the 600D with. Carrying and changing lenses can be a hassle at times, but it's not the worst thing. So my recommendation is to see if you can find the 600D bundled with the 18-135mm first, if not, got with the two lens kit. For most things travel related you won't need to go over 135mm.

Jacob

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