XC 15-45 or XC 16-50 OR XF 18-55 on X-T20 for beginner ?

shekhar92 wrote:

I have purchased X-T20with XC 15-45 two months ago. It's my first camera. I am in learning process. The XC 15-45 images are looking good.

I recently came across that IQ is better on XC 16-55 and XF 18-55 than XC 15-45. Is it good decision to sell the XC 15-45(for 190$) and buying( XF 18-55 for 380$ and XC 16-50 for 250$) any one of the two? Is any other better option?. I'm on budget.

I'm intended use this for family and travel photography.

Thank you for your time.

I don’t have the 15-45 nor I researched on the lens so I can’t say anything good or bad about it.

i had 18-55 before and that lens is quite impressive given it’s a kit. Build, handle, size and speed are very good for this kit lens. IQ is great. if u can find a used one around $300, it’s a no brainer.

However, i think the XC16-50II provides even bigger value. IQ is great and color and contrast are outstanding. I would say the color is better than the 18-55. It is also Very light and small. The only big thing it missed is the aperture ring. But it gives you 16mm on the wide which is a generous feature for a “low end” kit lens. The best part is that It costs around $140 for a used one.

I would say either choice is good. If budget is not an issue, I would get the 18-55 due to better handling experience and faster aperture. But if budget is an issue and you are more a 16mm person, get the xc16-50, you will be very happy with it too.