I have had my Canon EOS 3000 for almost a year and I have taking 1 photography course, but I am considering purchasing a new lens.. right now it has the EF 35-80mm F4-5.6 lens.. wondering what the next lens up would be best for me. I use camera for wildlife, landscape, people, babies.. etc... Any suggestions would be helpful..

-- Sarah (sartia73@hotmail.com), November 27, 2001

Answers

Sarah,

If you just want a zoom lens that is better than the one you have, I would say go with the EF 28-105 f3.5-4.5 USM, the EF 24-85 f3.5-4.5 USM or the EF 28-135 f3.5-5.6 IS USM. All of these lenses would suit your needs just fine. Do not bother with the 28-90 4-5.6. It would not be worth the change. I have the 28-105 and I like it very much. I have used it for everything you have mentioned, except babies, and have been quite happy with the results.

-- Roger S. (rashrader@hotmail.com), November 27, 2001.

Sarah,

You will have to decide for yourself what you want next but perhaps we can help you understand your options....

The 35-80 is a pretty limited range, if you like the idea of a general purpose zoom but just want a more flexable one, then Rodger is giving you some very good suggestions (the 28-135 being my favorite of his list).

Your other option would be to choose a lens that compliments your current lens instead of replacing it. Something like a 70-300 or 100- 300 would be a good option, especially for the wildlife.

Good luck,

-J

-- Jonathan A. Papillo (papillo-j@erols.com), November 27, 2001.