Rebel XT question

[shirleyb]

I'm considering buying a Rebel XT, body only and picking up a lens separately. Can someone suggest a good (reasonably priced) starter lens?

 

[boBQuincy]

Actually, the 18-55 kit lens is a very good starter lens, for less $$$ than almost any other lens. Another lens most people would recommend is the 50 mm f/1.8, for about $80.

 

[mabas9395]

I second the vote for the kit lens as a good starter lens. Use it for a while and then decide if you want something longer, wider, faster, etc.

 

[Master Mason]

Another suggestion is the Sigma 18-125.... it runs about $300 or so give you much more reach and is my regular walk around lens.

 

[jann1033]

I'm considering buying a Rebel XT, body only and picking up a lens separately. Can someone suggest a good (reasonably priced) starter lens?

if you do buy the kit lens check out ebay. i got one for $60 in excellent condition..not sure if keh.com would have them ( i was just drooling over their longer zoom canon lens but didn't notice) it seems lots sell them pretty quick ..i used it yesterday and was happy with the photos( usually use 28-135 IS canon)
second the 50mm1.8 also nice lens and inexpensive although not really all purpose you could get those 2 for under $200 total and the 50 gives you the larger aperture ( kit lens is f3.5-5.6)