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First DSLR - 70D 18-55 or 700D 18-135

Started May 23, 2014 | Questions thread
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Re: First DSLR - 70D 18-55 or 700D 18-135
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marlosfm wrote:

Hello,

I'm a newcomer to the world of DSLR photography. After an extensive search for systems (useless, since I always wanted a Canon), cameras and lenses, the decision to buy a camera is now constrained to the budget. Previously, I was interested in the 700D (t5i), then it came to decide if I'd go for the kit 18-55 or the 18-135, and almost decided for the 18-135.

For me, this new DSLR camera will be a learning tool and a travel companion (not for pro video or pro sports). When shooting with compacts, I always wanted "more zoom", you know, when you are traveling and there is something really far away, the extra zoom is nice.

But then, considering my budget, I'm unsure if I'd pick the 700D 18-135 or the 70D 18-55 (since they are around $1000).

So a have a few questions, I know it is hard to answer them, but if you can share your opinions based on your experience, I'd appreciate.

1) What is the practical difference between 18-55 and 18-135? I know the technical stuff was asked dozen times before and I also read about 18-55 + 55-250, but I'm more into a 18-55 or 18-135 plus a 50mm prime f1/4 (and maybe also a 40mm pancake).

2) Considering I'd use this camera for travelling, the extra ~200g (7oz) of 70D is too much? Had you decided not to bring it with you just because it was too heavy?

3) And, finally, 70D 18-55 or 700D 18-135? Except for the side-by-side comparison (yes, I'd used it), is there a strong point in favor of paying more for the 70D based on your experience? I mean, would you pay more for it if you want to become a pro in the (long term) future?

Thank you in advance.

Marlos

1. the 18-135 is sharper and a half stop faster in most cases. Also better build quality.

18-135 AND 55-250 is nice. It's good to have overlap when you're out and about with only one lens on. The extra length is always desirable for me.

2. No.

3. The 70D is waaay better. The viewfinder is better which is a good thing, much better focusing, live view phase detect focus etc.

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