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Was wondering what others think about Canon 24-70 L Lens verses the Canon 17-55 lens.

If I buy the 17-55mm and I upgrade to the full frame, then I won't be able to use it anymore?

Wanted some advice.
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Old 04-27-2010, 12:57 AM
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24-70 ...but thats just me.. and i dont know what you shoot, or how likley you are to go FF
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is it pretty heavy?
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Specs and some comparisons are here:

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L USM Lens Review
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Old 04-27-2010, 02:51 AM
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is it pretty heavy?
not really.. i dont see what everyone complains about TBH.

its not really that heavy.. try one out and see its just a nice lens
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Old 04-27-2010, 03:05 AM
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24-70 and use a UWA for the wider shots.
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