Should I get the 18-55 STM lens?

roderz88 · 27 Feb 2016 at 19:32

Hey everyone

So today I inherited my Dad's 650D as he purchased a new camera body. However, I'm still using my old Canon 18-55 kit lens (the one without IS) and I'm feeling the need to upgrade to a better lens.

Would the 18-55 STM be a worth while upgrade? I'm on a tight budget and this lens can be bought for quite cheap on auction sites.

Or should I save up a bit more and go for the Tamron 17-50?

wez130 · 27 Feb 2016 at 21:52

always buy the best you can afford, buy cheap, buy twice as they say. You'll appreciate the faster 17-50 over the 18-55.

Thaifood · 28 Feb 2016 at 09:36

The sigma f2.8 imo is well worth the money

roderz88 · 28 Feb 2016 at 12:53

Thank you for the replies, I've actually gone ahead and ordered the Tamron 17-50 f2.8

Razor-BladE · 28 Feb 2016 at 13:21

It's an awesome lens. Out of all the lenses I've had, and I know it's sometimes a lottery getting a sharp copy, but it's probably been the sharpest lens I've had.

413x · 28 Feb 2016 at 13:30

Not sure what lenses are better at this price point but the more expensive is better in the long run if you have the bug.
I assume the tamron is better.. So you made the right choice!

I didn't even get a kit lens

roderz88 · 28 Feb 2016 at 16:01

Razor-BladE said:
It's an awesome lens. Out of all the lenses I've had, and I know it's sometimes a lottery getting a sharp copy, but it's probably been the sharpest lens I've had.

Are you referring to the Canon or the Tamron?

Razor-BladE · 29 Feb 2016 at 18:44

Tamron.