Canon EOS EF 28 - 105mm Pro Build Ring USM DIGITAL

[mxfun]

Things are a wee bity tight after Xmas ... Is this lens worth a sniff ,as a stand in till funds start building ,or can anyone suggest anything similar .I'm new to the canon scene ,bit of a learning curve . open to suggestions


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Canon-EOS-EF-...30070QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262

Duh ....:bang::bang:I've just realised my mistake ,this lens is an EOS mount ,not compatible for 450D ,right?

 

[stephenb]

This lens will fit your 450d, I used to have one of these and found it soft at anything less than f8 and it wasn't wide enough for me on a crop sensor body as your 450d is. I believe that there is a mkII version of this lens and it is supposed to have better image quality.

 

[joodles]

I have this lens, have had for about 4 years - love it - very useful all-rounder and handy for a little bit of most things which take your fancy. I got one for my Dad after he tried to borrow mine once too often and I paid around £95 for it so I certainly wouldn't stretch to the buy it now price!

 

[seriousrikk]

I have the USM II version which is an incredibly good lens considering the size & price. Shame that, as Stephen put it, the wide end really isn't wide enough.

 

[Canon Bob]

That's a hefty price to pay for one of these lenses. A quick check on EOS Classifieds show one going for £99 + £5 P&P.....£46 cheaper than the BIN price in your link.
http://www.eos-classifieds.com/index.php?a=2&b=2812

Bob

 

[mxfun]

I was definitely not going to buy at the fleabay price ,just feeling the waters just now ,thanks all for your help

 

[blacksheep]

I have the MKII lens on my 400D and love it - it's definitely my most used lens.
As already mentioned though, this price seems very high!

You might find this guide helpful:

http://reviews.ebay.co.uk/WARNING-B...USM-Lens-CONFUSION_W0QQugidZ10000000003434191


Ian

 

[shooting_stars]

This is slightly OT, but how does this (the MKII version) compare with the kit lens for the 450D (18-55mm)? Would it be an upgrade IQ wise?

 

[dod]

I've got one mate, just about perfect for MX too, let's know when you're next out and I'll chuck it in the bag for you to try out

Edit: found the OLD thread I was looking for

http://www.talkphotography.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=8907&highlight=mair

 

[kissfoto]

I have used this lens for years on both film and digital, it a good all round performer, soft wide open but stopped down a couple of stops its sharp and contrasty. Good solid build and fast USM focusing... 8/10 for me..