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**Psycho_McCrazy** · 12-04-2008, 04:28 PM

Originally posted by ravi@17bhp View Post

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS = Rs. 8500 to 9000
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 = Around 4000

The first lens is with image stabilization and the optics are very much improved than the second lens. The second lens is without IS.

Go for IS version which is a very good lens and value for money.

i think he asked for a 17-55/2.8, and not the 18-55s
the 17-55 is a much more expensive lens and in India would run close to 45K i suppose. maybe even more as its US price is 900$

**suhail_kapoor** · 12-04-2008, 04:44 PM

Originally posted by Psycho_McCrazy View Post

i think he asked for a 17-55/2.8, and not the 18-55s
the 17-55 is a much more expensive lens and in India would run close to 45K i suppose. maybe even more as its US price is 900$

Yes i asked for 17-55/2.8 and not the 18-55 IS or non IS plastic lens... not to hurt or disappoint anyone, but i think the 18-55 is pretty crap, might be good for very basic starters though.

anything around 45k would be a very high price in my opinion...in US its easily available on store shevles at around 750.. online seems to be on higher side of 850-900.

**Aryan** · 12-04-2008, 05:02 PM

Originally posted by suhail_kapoor View Post

Yes i asked for 17-55/2.8 and not the 18-55 IS or non IS plastic lens... not to hurt or disappoint anyone, but i think the 18-55 is pretty crap, might be good for very basic starters though.

anything around 45k would be a very high price in my opinion...in US its easily available on store shevles at around 750.. online seems to be on higher side of 850-900.

Ah damn! Yes, I also think he asked for the 17-55mm lens rather than the kit lens (18-55mm). I still remember when I went to get my Canon EOS 400D, I wanted to get the 17-55mm lens instead of the 18-55mm because the 17-55 is a fast lens (with fixed f2.8 aperture), but then the price just DID NOT fit in my budget. So, I thought it's better to get the IS (18-55) lens than over spend on something that I really couldn't afford at that point of time.

**Psycho_McCrazy** · 12-04-2008, 07:49 PM

if it is 750 in US stores, it will be atleast 50-55 in India *proper canon reseller*
may be able to get around 35-40 in grey

**Aryan** · 12-05-2008, 10:22 AM

Originally posted by Psycho_McCrazy View Post

if it is 750 in US stores, it will be atleast 50-55 in India *proper canon reseller*
may be able to get around 35-40 in grey

If I can somehow sell off my 18-55mm IS lens for "some" value, I would love to get my hands on this one, for sure! F2.8 would really come in handy..

P.S: We don't get 2.8 apertures on ultra wide angle lenses, like the 10-22mm, do we? I ask because I have been contemplating on getting the 10-22mm as my wide angle lens, but would've loved a faster aperture for the same coverage (10-22mm)..

*Sigh*

**haxor** · 12-05-2008, 10:54 AM

Originally posted by Aryan View Post

Buddy, I am not sure about others but I had got my lenses from gray market and they are working like a charm, no problems at all.

Most of my friends get their stuff from the gray market, and they do not generally have any kind of problems.

thanks thinking of getiing one from the gray market

**Aryan** · 12-05-2008, 11:01 AM

Originally posted by haxor View Post

thanks thinking of getiing one from the gray market

Just make sure you check out the stuff thoroughly before you go ahead and pay the dealer.

**haxor** · 12-05-2008, 11:05 AM

Originally posted by Aryan View Post

Just make sure you check out the stuff thoroughly before you go ahead and pay the dealer.

thanks for your co-operation but can you tell me some guidelines....which shud be taken while buying a digicam especially from gray market

**Aryan** · 12-05-2008, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by haxor View Post

thanks for your co-operation but can you tell me some guidelines....which shud be taken while buying a digicam especially from gray market

It would help if you have a look at the image count; that way you can make sure that it hasn't been used prior to your purchase. Normally, when I go to purchase, say a lens from the gray market, I check for smudges on the glass and the general condition of the lens which gives me a fair bit of idea about the lens.

I am a pretty regular customer of this particular shop, hence, he makes sure that I get "good" stuff..

It helps to have your own network everywhere..

**Psycho_McCrazy** · 12-05-2008, 04:55 PM

Originally posted by Aryan View Post

If I can somehow sell off my 18-55mm IS lens for "some" value, I would love to get my hands on this one, for sure! F2.8 would really come in handy..

P.S: We don't get 2.8 apertures on ultra wide angle lenses, like the 10-22mm, do we? I ask because I have been contemplating on getting the 10-22mm as my wide angle lens, but would've loved a faster aperture for the same coverage (10-22mm)..

*Sigh*

the 10-22 does not have a 2.8 aperture but the full frame equivalent of it has a 2.8 aperture, the 16-35 f2.8 L II
hijack ken da's 5D and get this lens

PS.I am too drunk to typ eproper,ly

**Aryan** · 12-05-2008, 04:57 PM

Originally posted by Psycho_McCrazy View Post

the 10-22 does not have a 2.8 aperture but the full frame equivalent of it has a 2.8 aperture, the 16-35 f2.8 L II

Naah! Need something wider than the 16-35 for sure, coupled with a seriously fast aperture!

As things stand right now, it seems I'll have go ahead and get the 10-22mm only..

**Psycho_McCrazy** · 12-05-2008, 05:06 PM

Originally posted by Aryan View Post

Naah! Need something wider than the 16-35 for sure, coupled with a seriously fast aperture!

As things stand right now, it seems I'll have go ahead and get the 10-22mm only..

that should be a good lens
i used sunny's once
it was pretty darn awesome

**powerslave** · 12-05-2008, 10:08 PM

The 10-22 is an awesome lens. So light and feels just right on the XTi (and the 40D). Its beautiful. I've used it a couple of times now (my roommate has one). Its a must have for everyone.

Meanwhile, 55-250IS (held back from a 70-200 f/4L on purpose) + knockoff ET 60 hood, 430ex II, BG E3 grip are on their way to me. Scarily midway through the exam week

**pradeep30** · 12-06-2008, 10:51 AM

Hi all

I own a Panasonic Lumix FZ 28 and i am looking for the additional lens .

DMC-FZ28 | PRODUCTS | LUMIX | Digital Camera | Panasonic Global

I am looking for DMW LT55 ,DMW LC55 & DMW LA3 for the time being .

The camera was bought from UK and the accessories that i am talking about are not available in shops and they say that they will have to put the order for the same which works out to be around 8 grants for the 3 items . Is there any other place in India that i can check for the same or can any otehr cameras lens and adapter would sute for me . I am in coimbatore .

All your advice would be of great help .

**powerslave** · 12-06-2008, 10:58 AM

DONT do it. Such adaptors generally are overpriced and not worth it qualitywise. Instead I'd recommend spending on a sturdy tripod, a spare battery and some petrol to go for a nice long ride to take pictures of

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