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I have read a bit on the forum about eye-fi, and maybe it is easier to ask the question directly:  are there any gotchas I should consider, particularly with the T3i/600D? My envisioned use case is...

Some non-Canon 1.4x converters come with nicer cases. Sigma, as an example. Just tried it...it's a tight-ish fit for the 40mm, but not too bad. With a slimmer end cap, such as the Sigma end cap, or...

From my trip last year:  If spending time at one of the hotsprings is on your agenda, think about taking a "rugged" P&S.  A lot of people were taking photos at the Blue Lagoon, and I winced a bit...

Just a thought:For the money you would have to add to make up the difference between the Sigma 30 and the Canon 17-55, you could instead use that same money and buy a dedicated wide-angle lens such...

Following another recent discussion here, I took a look at some of the photos I had taken with the 17-85IS.  I don't really use the lens anymore...having somewhat gravitated to other lenses.  But...

I just read a somewhat positive review of the 18-135 STM at photozone.de.  Does anyone have experience with how this compares to the 17-85IS?  In particular, how do they compare for contrast?

putting the marketing hat on Price and cost are two separate things.For cost...it is more reasonable to look at physical factors.For price...who is the lens targeted at? I think professionals will...

For something different (and small), try the 40/2.8 (or 50/1.8). Being restricted to one focal length can be educational and fun. ...and this combo is easier to slip into a bag or large pocket.

The 55-250IS also has better close-focus distance, which will line up better with your macro interest.

My interest:DSLR shooter who wants a smaller second camera for situations where taking the DSLR kit is not practical, but doesn't want to give up the large sensor. EOS M would not become my main...

Why I'll have a look...for business travel, where I want to take a camera just in case. Call it a prejudice or "DSLR snobbery", but I just haven't had an interest in a P&S. I like to avoid flash...

I picked up the 40mm lens to make it easier to slip my DSLR into luggage on business trips, etc. It is a very nice size...I think in winter this could fit into a large coat pocket.But...my camera...

I noticed a couple of dragonflies in my yard last night. I plan to grab a camera and see if they show up again this weekend.Of the lenses that I have, what do you recommend to start with for...

1. Maybe f1.8 was impossible to keep the pancake form and/or $200 price point for FF2. Maybe f2.8 is good enough for video? (which seems to be a focus because of STM)