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New to DSLR, taking ebay photos

Started Dec 31, 2014 | Discussions thread
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Bigbronco89 New Member • Posts: 4
New to DSLR, taking ebay photos

Hi, i recently purchased a new T3i and it is my first venture into "high-end" cameras.  I got it on clearance at sears for about $200.  I sell on ebay for a living and I have always taken photos with my iphone.  It has worked out well but now that I have a really nice camera I would like to use it for ebay photos.  First off, let me say that I know very very little about cameras other than turning them on and hitting the trigger.  I dont know what any of the numbers mean as far as lenses go.  My question is, what is a good lens for my T3i to take very close photos.  Many times I will need to take photos at 6" or less but also a couple feet.  The t3i came with a efs 18-55.  It does not like taking close photos and if it does it will blur out the surroundings.  Any and all pointers are welcomed!

Canon EOS 600D (EOS Rebel T3i / EOS Kiss X5)
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