Looking for a cheap Canon IS lens? Your answer: Canon 18-55 IS

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Nov 2, 2007 | 09:43 PM

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Looking for a cheap Canon IS lens? Your answer: Canon 18-55 IS

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...arch&Q=*&bhs=t

B&H now has it in stock. I'm picking one up as soon as I have the $$$. Again, if you haven't triad an Image Stabilized/Vibration Reduction lens, it is a godsend.

This lens uses Canon's latest 4 stop IS.

Best news... $199 for IS!!!

Nov 23, 2007 | 09:25 PM

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OK, Photozone has reviewed this lens, and sharpness is through the roof!

Read their review. This lens can be had for $179. Image Stabilization to boot! Focal range is great for walk around. Seems like the perfect starter lens, along with the 50mm f1.8.

I have a feeling the 55-200 IS will also be this good.

Downside? Plastic mount.

http://www.photozone.de/8Reviews/len...56is/index.htm

Dec 1, 2007 | 02:52 PM

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agreed, good cheap glass

Dec 4, 2007 | 02:54 PM

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Ive been wanting to get a new lens, I have the kit lens obviously, and enjoy the inexpensive but good 50mm 1.8f, the pics come out clearer IMO over the standard lens.

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