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EOS 200D (SL2) + Canon 17-55 f2.8 IS STM = overkill?

Started May 27, 2019 | Questions thread
OP Jackson Storm New Member • Posts: 5
Re: EOS 200D (SL2) + Canon 17-55 f2.8 IS STM = overkill?

Tom Stephenson wrote:

I also own and use the SL2. I’m not sure what you hope to gain by replacing your 18-55 with either of the 17-55’s? The only advantage that I can see is the 17-55’s are a bit faster. FWIW, I use the Canon 15-85. I like having a bit wider and longer lens than the kit lens. For my usage, takes care of 90% of my needs. YMMV.

Hi Tom.
The focal length of my current 18-55 II kit fits my purpose just right, but I think extra f-stop might be nice cause I occasionally shot at the night.
The additional IS feature sounds very nice too.
And also this might be just me, but I just have a thing with bokeh haha. The kit can also give a nice creamy bokeh but I had to get creepily close to the subject.

Btw thanks for your suggestion on Canon 15-85 ^_^

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