Upgrading the Kit lens, for another Kit lens?

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After reading the recommendations in xxalxx's thread where he purchased the Canon 1000D with the kit 18-55 IS lens, it got me thinking, some said the image quality from the IS lens was superior to that from the non IS version (that I got in my "kit"), I was wondering if its a worthwhile upgrade???

The 18-55 IS can be had brand new for £90. I dont know what i'd sell my non IS for but would it be a worthwhile upgrade for its optical superiority, the actual image stabilization wouldnt be really needed as I tend to use it at the wider end anyway as I have the 50mm or my 55-250. Just wondered if its worth putting the cash towards?

So, thoughts?
 
Canon do a 28mm prime lens, which is useable but I do like the option to zoom in a little if need be.

I was really just asking if £30 is a good spend up rid myself of the NON IS lens for the IS one, im trying to get into my portrait photography a bit more so feel the wide 18mm end would be great for certain photos.
 
As said in the OP I have the 50mm but thought I could utilize the wider angle in some particular shots.

Good second hand ones can be had for £60 ish it seems. May go that route.
 
Derek W said:
he says hes already got the 50 though ;)

rather than getting the 18 - 55 IS what about getting the 17 - 50 f2.8 tamron or sigma? You'll still get the wide angle that you require and supposedly both lenses are sharp plus you'll get a couple of stops over the kit lens? :)
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Yeah I do agree but its a £190 upgrade, I just wondered for the sake of £20 quid or so after selling my non IS if the IS was worth it for optical performace.

:/
 
I think ive been persuaded not to bother for now. :)

Im trying to get as much gear in between now and christmas as tomorrow I put an offer in on my first house, after that funds for photography will be next to nothing.
 
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