Wide Angle Lenses

[danalive]

Hi All,

I'm after some recommendations and advice on a wide-angle lens for my Canon EOS 400D. I'm looking at medium-priced lenses...

Basic request, so i've left it open to hopefully some varied advice

Thanks,
Dan.

[tirediron]

I'm not a Canon shooter, but this one seems nice unit: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM Lens wide to very mild telephoto on a crop-body...

[Marko]

Please state what medium-priced is for you and are you willing to go used?

[danalive]

Please state what medium-priced is for you and are you willing to go used?

I've converted from Aus dollars to Canadian... looking at 550 canadian dollars or thereabouts. I've never considered used lenses, but i will now!

[tirediron]

I've converted from Aus dollars to Canadian... looking at 550 canadian dollars or thereabouts. I've never considered used lenses, but i will now!

Marko's point is excellent; as long as you check them over carefully, you can get some great deals. A good used lens can saved anywhere from 15-50% over the cost of brand new. Don't be put off by minor scuffs and imperfections on the lens barrel.

When you're looking at used glass, pay attention to the action of the aperture blades; make sure that they're oil-free and open and close with a nice, snappy, action. Make sure there's no significant dust inside the elements, or any indications of the lens coatings failing (streaks, rainbow-like colours etc). Check the filter threads at the front to make sure they're not damaged and that the focusing and/or zoom actions are smooth and tight. Make sure that the lens works on your camera, check the auto-focus, aperture, etc.

[Travis]

Not sure how wide your talkin but....

the Tokina 11-16 2.8 has a deadly IQ reputation

and so does canons 10-20...