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Action shots - Faster lens options (EF preferred) and camera software settings

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OP EscVelocity Junior Member • Posts: 29
Re: Action shots - Faster lens options (EF preferred) and camera software settings
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It looks like I can get the 85mm (which seems right around what I was looking for) used in good condition for US$270-280 from Amazon Japan (I'm in Taiwan and uses Canon lenses from there have been a great balance of reliable and well priced in the past). Actually, that's a big part of why I have the 40mm and 50mm; both of those and the 55-200 were great deals used from Amazon Japan.

I have to admit, I'm also tempted to try out the Meike that runs US$180 on Amazon US. The reviews seem surprisingly good, and I've had unexpectedly good experience with off-brand lenses from newer Chinese companies in the past. That 7 Artisans 55mm lens has been my most fun and has seen the neatest stuff I've managed to do with my camera, despite being full manual. But I think I will probably hold off until I'm ready to pay for the Canon, since I'm feeling pretty confident the Canon is going to better serve my chief objectives here.

I've always wanted the EF-M 32mm, because I have heard such good things, but it's quite expensive and I've never found any real deal on it. At this point I'd be hesitant to spend that much on an EF-M lens, as I'm scared of a future forced move to an R series camera if they drop the M series. I'm definitely price sensitive when it comes to lenses, with nothing I currently own over $300 except the EF-M 18-150mm that my wife uses. Under $200 it's pretty easy to justify a grab. Over $200 it's more of a think and make sure this is something I really want to pick up. And over $400 is just hard for me to justify.

The more I think about it, the more sure I am that the range that's a priority here is definitely >55mm, and 85mm is probably a good fit.

Thanks for the help!

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