Help...

[4is2tooMany]

So long story short:
My only lens (the kit lens) came to an untimely death.

So after hours on the internet, I think this is my best lens in my budget. (Please make an other suggestions)

TAMRON SP AF28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)

So I am looking for a 2nd lens:

TAMRON AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro
---or---
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II
---or---
Other (up to ~$160.00)

If you had 28-75mm f/2.8 Lens what would your 2nd lens be (Up to around $160.00)?

[RolandAA]

Primes are fun but you will already have that focal range covered. I would suggest getting the 70-300 so that you have telephoto capability.

[codewarrior00007]

Originally Posted by RolandAA

Primes are fun but you will already have that focal range covered. I would suggest getting the 70-300 so that you have telephoto capability.

I've Tamron 70-300 mm lens. Photos are sometimes "soft" so requires color/saturation/hue adjustment for long range shots.

[BCampbell]

Unless you're going used, the only lens I'd ever recommend under $150 is the 50mm f/1.8. And even then I'd say save up and get the 1.4.

Spekaing of used, you can replace your kit lens on eBay for under $100. The Tamron seems to be a nice lens but it's not exactly a replacement for the kit lens as it only goes to 28mm at the widest. You might be better off buying a replacement 18-55mm and fleshing out your lenses from there.

Sorry to not directly answer your question, but it's a thought.

[LeeR]

I am with Roland on this. The zoom you are looking at will expand your range significantly allowing you to shoot a lot of things that are out of reach now. Primes are something to consider after you have a wide range covered with zooms, unless there is a specific area you want to specialize in.

[4is2tooMany]

Guys (and Gals) thank you for your insight!

I have ordered the 2 Tamrons:

TAMRON SP AF28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)
TAMRON AF70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di LD Macro

I am really excited about getting a "fast" lens of f/2.8 and in a zoom range that I can "walk" around with!

Thanks for your help!

[MJDigitalArt]

Congrats on your upgrade, I think that you will find that getting away from the kit lens will be very rewarding.

[4is2tooMany]

They actually should be arriving today... UPS Tracking shows they are out for delivery. ("like child on Christmas morning" comes to mind)