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My camera suddenly doesn't always respond when I press the button

Started Dec 30, 2017 | Questions thread
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Re: My camera suddenly doesn't always respond when I press the button

Kelemvor wrote:

How do I tell which 18-55 lens I have to compare with what's online? The one I'm using is the one that came with my T1i many years ago. I found this one on Amazon that says it's a Mark II but it looks almost identical to the one I already have.

https://www.amazon.com/Canon-EF-S-18-55mm-3-5-5-6-Lens/dp/B004MKNBSW

If you're looking for a direct replacement, then the one to get would be the STM version (there are actually 2 versions of the 18-55 STM lens now). You can buy either of them new for around $250 list...

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens

The newer f/4-5.6 version is a little smaller, and has a little smaller (max) aperture.

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If you don't mind refurbished, then they can be found for about $100...

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens (refurbished)

Or new (repackaged) on eBay...

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 STM IS Lens from eBay

(Many people buy a kit and then re-sell just the lens separately)

There are a ton available like this (I bought one of mine that way a few years back).

This is just a general usage camera so I don't need the best quality part for it. Is there any other recommendation for lenses instead of the standard 18-55? The only other lens I have is the 55-250 which works just fine.

If you want more reach without having to change lenses so much, then the 18-135 STM or 18-135 USM would be very versatile.

There are other zooms available such as the 15-85 or 17-55 if your needs warrant. And many primes such as the very inexpensive 50mm STM for low light (highly recommended).

I wish you luck. Maybe your lens will come around. Otherwise, you can get a great replacement for very little outlay.

R2

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