DSLR Tips - Buying a zoom lens

I get a lot of questions about zoom lenses. Especially the 18-135 since I have a video on that lens. I think a 70-200 is the way to go and there are a few options. I don not own a 70-200 because my 24-105 has filled my needs. A little about image stabilization also. Spend a little more now and get a lens you will use for a long time. The resale value of good lenses is also better.

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[bangla246]

I am a beginner in photography and i got a sony A35, and now i am realizing that most photographers on youtube are using a Canon or a Nikon. I just bought the camera and i have time to switch to a different brand. Should i move to Canon or Nikon? before i start buying lenses?

[nate42nd]

@bangla246 I would go to Canon or Nikon before you spend any money on lenses. They just have more and you can buy and sell used. Sony has fine cameras IF you don't get into photography much. In my opinion.

[ravenoftheredsky]

It's great to find someone such as yourself who is so passionate, knowledgeable and eager to share that knowledge.

[nate42nd]

@ravenoftheredsky Thank you for the comment. I AM passionate about photography. I would love to find a better way to share what I know and learn more.

[nate42nd]

@mindwaveESEA Maybe I was looking at a different site. Maybe they had a bad copy of the IS lens. photozone does a good job with reviews. If it's a Canon and an "L" series it will satisfy most people.. Thanks for the comment.

[nate42nd]

@nevergive7 Thanks for chiming in Jason. That 2.8 is a bit bigger than your F/4. That F/4 is a nice lens man. It will work out for you I'm sure. I would love a 2.8 Canon. I can't believe my 24-105 has actually stopped me from getting a 70-200. I like using it so much I have stopped thinking about the 70-200 for now. I will probably do the same this summer. Depends on whether the 5D3 comes out or not. I hear we may hear something by Sept. Who knows.

[nate42nd]

@rickjbradbury Thanks for the comment Rick. I had a chance to use the Sigma 70-200 2.8 for an hour or so. I really liked the results I got with it. I wish I had done a video on it. I would consider buying one. I have seen the reviews. It's not the best but I think for most people it would satisfy them. Not all. I had a bunch of close up shots and portraits at 2.8 and they looked rather good.

[WestCoastMods]

@forgethefancyname Yeah, I use Lightroom....and it is a great program. if you have any problems with having a steady hand, then I would suggest using a tri-pod. Just don't drink to much coffee...lol

[forgethefancyname]

@WestCoastMods true however, you can always denoise em on lightroom for ex. but you are right it's still a better choice with a lower ISO as possible. i hope i got some steady hands so i can shoot without an IS on Low light though. IS cost much HAHA

[WestCoastMods]

@nate42nd I didn't know the 50mm 1.8 had IS? My 50mm 1.4 only has the USM motor...no IS. Also did you end up getting the 100mm 2.8 "L" lens? I believe the 100mm 2.8 non "L" doesn't have IS or the USM motor.