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Introduction/disclaimer: I'm making this list and guide to help those less knowledgeable about lenses have an easier time deciding what to get. I've compiled information for various websites and have gathered a list of lenses that have gotten the best reviews/perform well/test well. The list definitely is open to critique and feel free to suggest your own lenses/reviews! I didn't include kit lenses in the lineup because, well, most people will be looking to upgrade FROM those to newer lenses.

Here are some useful links to start stuff off:
--Good links for buying used and/or new lenses:
http://ebay.com
http://keh.com
http://adorama.com (used: http://www.adorama.com/catalog.tpl?op=category&cat1=Used)
http://bhphotovideo.com (used: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/browse/Used-Equipment/ci/2870/N/4294247188)
--Compare lenses/test their sharpness here: http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx
--Read reviews here: http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-Lens-Reviews.aspx / http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/

Now lens time...
Canon Brand Lenses:

-PRIMES-

Sub $500 (prices based off of B&H new price):

Canon EF 24 2.8 -$360
Canon EF 28 1.8 - $480
*Canon EF 50 1.8 II - $100
*Canon EF 50 1.4 USM - $380
*Canon EF 85 1.8 USM - $390

Sub $1000

Canon EF 15 2.8 Fisheye - $635
*Canon EF 100 2.8L IS USM Macro - $970
Canon EF 135 2.0L USM - $1000
Canon EF 200 2.8L II USM - $780

Price no object

Canon EF 14 2.8L II USM - $2220
*Canon EF 24 1.4L II USM - $1650
Canon EF 35 1.4L USM - $1390
Canon EF 50 1.2L USM - $1550
*Canon EF 85 1.2L II USM - $2090
Canon EF 300 4L IS USM -$1350

-ZOOMS-

Wides
Canon EF-S 10-22 3.5-4.5 USM - $800
Canon EF-S 15-85 3.5-5.6 IS USM - $760
Canon EF 16-35 2.8L USM - $1580
*Canon EF 17-40 4L USM - $780

Standards
Canon EF-S 17-55 2.8 IS USM - $1100
Canon EF 24-70 2.8L USM - $1300
*Canon EF 24-105 4L IS USM - $1070

Zooms
*Canon EF 70-200 4L USM - $660
*Canon EF 70-200 4L IS USM - $1250
*Canon EF 70-200 2.8L USM - $1350
*Canon EF 70-200 2.8L IS USM - $1550
*Canon EF 70-200 2.8L IS II USM - $2500
Canon EF 100-400 4.5-5.6L IS USM -$1590

Third Party Lenses

-PRIMES-

Sigma EF 15 2.8 Fisheye -$610
*Sigma EF-S 30 1.4 -$440
Sigma EF 50 1.4 -$500
Sigma EF 85 1.4 -$900
Tamron EF 90 2.8 -$450
Sigma 180 3.5 -$690

-ZOOMS-

*Tokina EF-S 11-16 2.8 -$600
*Tamron EF-S 17-50 2.8 -$460
Tamron EF-S 17-50 2.8 VC -$650
Sigma EF 18-50 2.8-4.5 -$200
*Tamron EF 28-75 2.8 -$500
Sigma EF 70-200 2.8 -$800

Old/Used Lenses

Old lenses are great. For their very cheap price you can get a full manual lens that out performs many of the 2000 dollar lenses for 1/10 the price. Most old/used lenses require an adapter to be used on canon slrs. These can be purchased relatively cheap on ebay or amazon. There are a TON of gems out there, some discovered, some still relatively unknown, that all will blow you away. Be aware that not all lenses do work though, be sure to double check the mount type and find the appropriate adapter. Note: do NOT buy adapters with glass elements in them, stay away from these. They degrade the quality of the picture and

Mounts that can be adapted to fit Canon dslrs:

m42 screw mount - very common
contax c/y mount
nikon mount - also popular
olympus OM mount
leica mount
pentax mount

Some, but not all, old recommended lenses. (prices vary so not listed)

Nikon 50 1.2
Nikon 85 1.4
Nikon 50 1.4
*Pentax SMC 50 1.4
*Helios 44-2
Olympus Zuiko 28 2.8
Carl Zeiss C/Y 50 1,7
Pentax Super-Takumar 50 1.4

(Note: stared lenses are popular and recommended on this board time and time again)
(Note: more used/old lenses will be added to this list by members in posts below)
(Note: EF-S lenses can ONLY be used on cameras with a crop sensor (APS-C size) and cannot be used on a full frame camera)

Lens Buying Guide

First, start with your budget. How much money do you have to spend?

Second, what kind of lens do you need? What will you be using it for?
Wide (sub 28mm), standard(28mm-85mm), telephoto(85mm+), all around zoom, tele zoom, wide zoom.

Do you want something that is fast (good in low light)?
If yes, you probably want to go with a prime because they offer a faster f stop. If no, you could probably go with a zoom.

Do you want a prime or a zoom?
zooms have more flexibility, primes have a longer focus throw and are usually faster than zooms

What lenses do you already have?

Do you mind using a full manual lens?
If you don't, buying an older lens will save you money while still getting a superb piece of glass. Some people want a lens that works with Canon's autofocus system for photography.

Answering all these questions will help narrow down what kind of lens you really need. Check the lists above, read some reviews, compare quality, and you should be able to find a lens that matches your needs perfectly! Happy hunting!

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Feb 25 2011
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nice! sticky this please!

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nice! sticky this please!

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Great list! I'll definitly be checking this out when I buy my next lens. Sticky for sure!

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sticky this! great info.

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Feb 25 2011
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you missed the EF 100 f/2. that lens is really sharp

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This is awesome Jamie! sticky!

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Sick list! just one question about a lens:

anyone know anything about the 28mm f/2.8? About 120 cheaper than the 24mm 2.8 and Im just wondering if anyone has any idea what the quality is like. If I were to get this it would be used for skiing.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/12096-GREY/Canon_2505A002_Wide_Angle_EF_28mm.html

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you missed the Tokina 10-17 f/3.5-4.5 FISHEYE.

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Also, this site is good for decision making on your next lens. It may be a bit Canon-biased, but I still use it.

http://lenshero.com/

Great thread Jamie. Lets get a sticky on this.

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Another wonderful thread. Thank you.

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Bump.

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Mar 14 2011
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If money were no object you list Canons? tsk tsk

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Mar 14 2011
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Quoting Pandysloo from Mar 14 2011 12:25:50:
If money were no object you list Canons? tsk tsk

thats just under the canon brand lenses. I forgot to add zeiss under 3rd party because i'm unfamiliar with them, oops.

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Holy shit this is helpful

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anybody know of any older primes wide primes with low f stops? like a 28 1.8 or something

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What about an old prime super wide angle, in like the 10ish so i dont have to shell out for a tokina.

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great job on this one

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Big bump. I need some help. Sigma 18-50mm once I sell my Canon 18-55mm or save up more for a wide angle prime. I already have the kit lens as mentioned before, 50mm 1.8, and the 75-300mm f4(

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Quoting MN_Nice$ from Apr 23 2011 1:38:12:
Big bump. I need some help. Sigma 18-50mm once I sell my Canon 18-55mm or save up more for a wide angle prime. I already have the kit lens as mentioned before, 50mm 1.8, and the 75-300mm f4(

get the tamron 17-50 2.8. much better lens imo

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get the tamron 17-50 2.8. much better lens imo

Agreed. I feel it will do just as good as say a 35 prime. Thanks!

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First, start with your budget. How much money do you have to spend?

Under $300, Also wouldn't be opposed to getting a helios 44-2 and then another lens

Second, what kind of lens do you need? What will you be using it for?
telephoto(85mm+), all around zoom, tele zoom, wide zoom.

Could use any of these three but in priority.
1. Telephoto
2. All around zoom
3. Wide Zoom

Do you want something that is fast (good in low light)?
Yes

Do you want a prime or a zoom?
If possible I would like one of each..

What lenses do you already have?
Just the canon kit lens

Do you mind using a full manual lens?

No

Any help is very appreciated. I know that i didn't provide the best information, but I'm mostly just looking for some cheaper lenses because I'm low on cash, but I could def. use a telephoto lens and an all around lens!

Thanks

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threads

this should definitely be sticky. although maybe you could add some websites for uk residents such as myself?

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Some lenses you might want to add (I know editing isn't possible but still...)

Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 (MF)
Samyang 85mm f/1.4 (SICK lens)

Sigma 10-20 (both f-stops)
Samyang/Rokinon 8mm fisheye
Sigma 17-50 f/2.8

Of course there's probably tons of others out there.

Nice list/tool though1

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Quoting TijmenDal$ from Jun 24 2011 5:26:28:
Some lenses you might want to add (I know editing isn't possible but still...) Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 (MF) Samyang 85mm f/1.4 (SICK lens) Sigma 10-20 (both f-stops) Samyang/Rokinon 8mm fisheye Sigma 17-50 f/2.8 Of course there's probably tons of others out there. Nice list/tool though1

is the rokinon the same thing as the samyand 85 mm? thats all thats on bhphotovideo. i read a very in depth review(http://www.lenstip.com/166.1-Lens_review-Samyang_85_mm_f_1.4_Aspherical_IF__Introduction.html) and i'm sold.

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Quoting ridearmada14 from Jun 23 2011 10:54:51:
First, start with your budget. How much money do you have to spend? Under $300, Also wouldn't be opposed to getting a helios 44-2 and then another lens Second, what kind of lens do you need? What will you be using it for? telephoto(85mm+), all around zoom, tele zoom, wide zoom. Could use any of these three but in priority. 1. Telephoto 2. All around zoom 3. Wide Zoom Do you want something that is fast (good in low light)? Yes Do you want a prime or a zoom? If possible I would like one of each.. What lenses do you already have? Just the canon kit lens Do you mind using a full manual lens? No Any help is very appreciated. I know that i didn't provide the best information, but I'm mostly just looking for some cheaper lenses because I'm low on cash, but I could def. use a telephoto lens and an all around lens! Thanks

If you want a prime and can save up a little bit more, I've used the Canon EF 85 1.8 and it is a beaut. Really great in low light, very fast, compact and lightweight, and definite bang for your buck. I think right now it's about $400, but you may be able to find one on ebay/craigslist for less if you search. The AF is pretty good, and when stopped down a couple of notches, the lens is very sharp.

If you're shooting on a crop sensor (7D, t2i/t3i, 40D, etc.) this lens is equivalent to a 135mm (it's 136 to be exact). It's not really made for macro photography either, but if you can step back a foot or two from a close subject it produces really nice photos.

I've used it on my 7D and really like it for photography. For video work, you have to be selective with it, as you will be shooting pretty much "portrait" style shots if you're not far away. It's really nice when used selectively, and the fast aperture allows for some stunning depth of field.

If you know anyone who has one, or if you can rent one, I'd definitely do that before buying. Otherwise, I definitely recommend this prime.

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Quoting Siroteknologies from Jun 24 2011 6:26:59:
If you want a prime and can save up a little bit more, I've used the Canon EF 85 1.8 and it is a beaut. Really great in low light, very fast, compact and lightweight, and definite bang for your buck. I think right now it's about $400, but you may be able to find one on ebay/craigslist for less if you search. The AF is pretty good, and when stopped down a couple of notches, the lens is very sharp.If you're shooting on a crop sensor (7D, t2i/t3i, 40D, etc.) this lens is equivalent to a 135mm (it's 136 to be exact). It's not really made for macro photography either, but if you can step back a foot or two from a close subject it produces really nice photos.I've used it on my 7D and really like it for photography. For video work, you have to be selective with it, as you will be shooting pretty much "portrait" style shots if you're not far away. It's really nice when used selectively, and the fast aperture allows for some stunning depth of field.If you know anyone who has one, or if you can rent one, I'd definitely do that before buying. Otherwise, I definitely recommend this prime.

the 85 1.8 is probably my favorite non-L lens

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First, start with your budget. How much money do you have to spend?
preferably under 500
Second, what kind of lens do you need? What will you be using it for?
telephoto zoom

Do you want something that is fast (good in low light)?
it'd be nice i guess, im thinking f/4 or below though

Do you want a prime or a zoom?
probably a zoom, unless you can find me a few primes to fit the range for my budget that would be worth it.

What lenses do you already have?
kit 18-55, planning on getting a tamron 17-50 and a rokinon 85mm
Do you mind using a full manual lens?
don't really mind, an af confirm chip would be nice, but if it can be af in that range, itd be nice to have

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Jun 29 2011
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used 70-200^

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Quoting 1337

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used 70-200^

f/4 or 2.8? is or non is? theyre really under 500?

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f/4 or 2.8? is or non is? theyre really under 500?

the 70-200 f4 non-is is mad cheap

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Looking for a wide prime. What are people's experiences with, or opinions between Canon's:
24 2.8
28 2.8
28 1.8
possibly the 20 2.8

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Quoting .broski$ from Jun 29 2011 12:52:08:
Looking for a wide prime. What are people's experiences with, or opinions between Canon's: 24 2.8 28 2.8 28 1.8 possibly the 20 2.8

i had the 24 2.8, it was pretty sharp, but no USM. the 28 1.8 is a good lens, but not really that "wide". You could look at the rokinon 14 2.8, now thats WIDE

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Quoting .broski$ from Jun 29 2011 12:52:08:
Looking for a wide prime. What are people's experiences with, or opinions between Canon's: 24 2.8 28 2.8 28 1.8 possibly the 20 2.8

I've used the 28 1.8 a lot on a 7D and like it a lot. Equivalent focal length of about 50mm. I've liked it a lot but I will say, it can be a touch soft, even when stopped down. Also,it's jumped up to around $530 since the earthquake in Japan, so I've resisted purchasing one of my own.

20 2.8 is wider but doesn't have the 1.8 aperture in case you need/want it.

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Jun 29 2011
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i would add the EF-S 60mm 2.8 Macro USM.
It is super sharp and great for macro. And it is not very expensive.

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Why is this thread not stickied yet?

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Quoting 50in07$ from Aug 20 2011 6:31:36:
Why is this thread not stickied yet?

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Quoting snorlax-one from Jun 29 2011 4:03:18:
i would add the EF-S 60mm 2.8 Macro USM. It is super sharp and great for macro. And it is not very expensive.

I think the issue with ef-s lenses is that if you ever want to put it on a non crop body, which i guess most people don't have, you can't. but i recently ditched all of my 35mm aspect ratio stuff. all MF for me now.

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Aug 21 2011
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Quoting ehv

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the 70-200 f4 non-is is mad cheap

How does this 70-200 compare to others, if im on a low budget should I go for it our save up?

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Aug 21 2011
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Quoting Stud_Muffin from Aug 21 2011 2:43:37:
How does this 70-200 compare to others, if im on a low budget should I go for it our save up?

I feel like the 70-200L sets the bar for good tele zooms. anything below that is meh in my opinion

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