Cjr wrote:
Hello all. Lurker here. I have an Eos Elan & a D60. I am considering adding a wide
angle lens to my modest collection, primarily for use with the D60--I think the reasons
are obvious, the. 1.6 factor. I have read through the archives and t:he debate on Canon
vs. Sigma etc. leaves me not much further towards a decision than when I started. The
aftermarket advocates say that the Canon fans won't accept anything but Canon, even if a
Sigma or other lens is better. And of course, the Canon fans say that the Sigma and
other aftermarket can't hold a candle to the Canon. Lens. Can anyone help me with some
objective analysis to help with the decision. I'm leaning to the 17-40L, not out of the
price range, but it is quite a bit more than similar available in Sigma or Tamaron. BTW,
I'm OK w/used. I'm an amatuer amatuer <ggg>... I tend to like good stuff, If I can
get the great one for $100 more than the OK one, I'll get the great one. But, if I can
get something that is 90-
95% of the top of the line, for 30% less, I might go for the value lens. Near term will
be using it to photo document our complete rebuild of our house. Long term, landscape,
nature etc. will be main use. Right now I have no "L" lenses. Thanks in
advance for assistance. -carla-
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I have the 17-40L. I bought it when I got my 20D. It is a really great
lens.
One reason I bought it was the excellent review a few months ago in
Practical Photo from the UK. They tested a lot of wide zooms and the
Canon 17-40L was rated best. The only negative thing they has to say
was the cost. But if it is in your price range I think you'll probably
be happy with it.
Bob
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