So I picked up a 60D...

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micahPRT

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First off, I love it.

Second, I am somewhat puzzled by the big 'which lens' question.

Reading this article as previously given to me, I think I want the Sigma 30mm.
http://philipbloom.net/2010/08/20/which-lenses-to-buy/

Now I would just go for that but I keep hearing 'vintage lenses on eBay'.

I wouldn't mind saving the money for a more unique lens, but to be honest I don't know how to look for one :grin:

It's for video, by the way.

Anyone have some advice?

Micah
 
I would look at the 17-55 efs It costs almost as much as the cam but I have a 60d and this lens and , oh.......life is good. sure, it's only 2.8 but that's through the entire range.
 
Get a cheap Vivitar Series 1 28-90 f2.8-3.8 in a Nikon mount. Throw a Nikon to EF mount adapter (a thin piece of aluminum) and you're ready to go! Great macro, very useable range and under 100$.

If you really want the 17-50ish range, I'd look at Tamron or Sigma for a cheaper (and just as good) alternative to the Canon.

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micahPRT said:
First off, I love it.

Second, I am somewhat puzzled by the big 'which lens' question.

Reading this article as previously given to me, I think I want the Sigma 30mm.
http://philipbloom.net/2010/08/20/which-lenses-to-buy/

Now I would just go for that but I keep hearing 'vintage lenses on eBay'.

I wouldn't mind saving the money for a more unique lens, but to be honest I don't know how to look for one :grin:

It's for video, by the way.

Anyone have some advice?

Micah
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If you bought the camera that comes with the lens you should practice with that first and then decide from there. The 18-55mm kit lens is only $100 and probably one of the best lenses for this camera when you factor in price/quality.

Now the main advantage of using a dslr IMO is using dof and shooting in lowlight. In order to do this though the kit lens makes it very difficult and that's when you are going to start looking else where. The first lens many people buy is the Canon ef 50mm 1.8. This is an amazing lens that is razor sharp and is excellent in low light ( only cost $100 as well)

The problem with the 50mm though is you will need a rig or tripod to stabilize your shots and using a 50mm lens on the t2i it makes it very difficult to shoot indoors as this lens becomes a short telephoto on this camera.

So ultimately what you should do if possible is rent some lenses and see what you like + what works best for you. There are a lot of nice lenses, but they can range in price from $400-2000+. Be careful how you spend your money and choose a focal length you like shooting at and go from there.

Personally my next purchase is going to be the Sigma 30mm 1.4. It cost around $400+ dollars but it will be faster than most lenses and at 30mm it's a very good "normal" looking lens which can achieve awesome dof + low light recording.

Good Luck
 
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