Help with digital SLR choices

[lastlight]

Originally Posted by fkshiu

I think you'll be very happy. The 100mm f2.8 macro is THE Canon lens for awesome coral shots. It's a real steal at around $500.

Yeah silly me going nikon. the darn 105mm f2.8 VR is like $900.

[sphelps]

Originally Posted by lastlight

Yeah silly me going nikon. the darn 105mm f2.8 VR is like $900.

Yeah but it's got the VR, well worth the extra $$. Plus I think the canon is a little more than $500

[lastlight]

should VR be used on a tripod? I find it harder to use the auto focus when i'm using a tripod and it's on...

sorry to hijack!

[fkshiu]

Originally Posted by sphelps

Yeah but it's got the VR, well worth the extra $$. Plus I think the canon is a little more than $500

My receipt from December says $529.99.

[Ron99]

I don't think the 50D is cheaping out You made the right choice as spending more money on lenses is better than buying a high end body and using cheaper lenses. I used to take publishable photos with a Canon Rebel. It's all in the glass. you will be more than happy with it.

[kien]

Originally Posted by Skimmin

I ended up with the EF 17-40mm f/4L IS

Thanks again

WOW! That's a neat trick, how the heck did you find a 17-40L with IS !?!? hehe