daveymac82c wrote:
Thanks for the info Kyle,
My budget is most definitely under the $500.00 mark. Exploring the site Vital Spark sent, I found what look like good and inexpensive lenses. It looks like you can get a 70-300mm for anywhere between $220-$600.
Does the make of the lens mean much, or is a Sigma as good as a Canon, as good as another?
Cheers,
David
Canon is thought to be better than Sigma. However, the difference isn't *that* big. I would suggest at least 200 MM and would also suggest a lens with image stabilization. For new equipment try
www.bhphotovideo.com. B&H is a very good mail order electronics store with great prices and great service. Some of the others are a bit sketchy, but B&H is great.
They have a searchable product list, and if you take a good look, you'll find a Canon 55-250mm lens with IS that's designed for the Rebel at $230(the problem might come when you upgrade to a body with a full size sensor, but you can always sell it on Ebay and buy the *next* lens). Also, there's a nice 70-300 Sigma lens with IS for $399. Probably a better lens than the Canon, but the price reflects that.
KEH is a good option. I've done business with them too. Of course, it's only 20 minutes from my house, so that makes it easy.