2006-06-20 19:06:13 · 5 answers · asked by Gabriel R 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
I just picked up the 28-135mm IS zoom for my 20D, and I love it. With the 5D, you'll get the full range down to 28mm, and the Image Stabilization will allow you to get quick & low-light shots without blurring.
Edit:
I don't use it as my "walk-around" lens. I have the 18-55 mm digital lens on there for that. However, I mostly shoot landscapes and sporting events, so I'm not taking that many closeups. I find that even with the 28-90 or 28-135, I can take very good portraits at any distance over 7 feet. Anyway, on the 5D, the focal length adjustment wouldn't be a problem.
2006-06-20 19:09:59 · answer #1 · answered by Flyboy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best walk around lens for the 5D is probably the 24-105mm f/4L ($1200). You could get the 24-70mm if you need f/2.8.
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edit: Dan, what are you doing with the 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 as your walk around on the 20D? With the focal length multiplier, that's an effective wide end of 45mm. What do you shoot?!
2006-06-21 02:32:16 · answer #2 · answered by OMG, I ♥ PONIES!!1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All purpose as in really ALL purpose? I'd pick the 28-300L/IS/USM. The 24-105L/F4/IS/USM isn't too shabby either. Lower down the price scale you have the 28-135 IS/USM which is a pretty great lens for it's price.
You also have a range of 3rd party lenses that may suit your purposes.
2006-06-22 11:25:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tokina AF 242 24-200 f3.5/5.6 - wonderful lens (not for architecture photography) or Sigma 24-135 (variable manufacturing quality)
2006-06-23 06:24:42 · answer #4 · answered by BijitB 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
id look at the 24-70 2.8L or if your on a budget the tamron equivelent. Even though its third party the tamron is supposed to be a great lens
2006-06-21 12:27:04 · answer #5 · answered by heyheyhey 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋