SL1/100D - What lens can I use?

[sgwelly]

I have a 7D and EF lenses for the 7D. I have found taking the 7D on holidays is a bit of a struggle these days and was contemplating on the S120 mainly due to its RAW capability. But then I saw some reviews on the 100D and that it is very light and does a reasonably good job as an SLR. Most of the reviews talk about it using an STM lens. But looking at the mount, an EF might fit.

Does anyone know if it will take an EF lens? I am referring to a 24-105 L series lens. If it will, what are the pros and cons compared to the STM lenses?

Thanks

SG

 

[Zbyszek_Z]

Canon SL1 (100D) takes both Canon EF and EF-S lenses.

The problem is with the size of the EF lenses. The large EF lens will be not convenient on the little and light body of the SL1. The STM EF-S lenses are relatively small and particularly light (not heavy). An additional advantage of the STM's is that the Live View shooting and movie recording is much better with them because the Ultrasonic Step Motor is very quiet, fast and precise.

It seems to me that the STM's match very well to the 100D. I would also consider good and not large primes like 40 F2.8 STM, 35 F/2 IS, 50 F/1.8 or 85 F/1.8...

All the best,

 

[brightcolours]

I have a 7D and EF lenses for the 7D.

The 7D, also your 7D, is a Canon EOS APS-C DSLR.

I have found taking the 7D on holidays is a bit of a struggle these days and was contemplating on the S120 mainly due to its RAW capability. But then I saw some reviews on the 100D and that it is very light and does a reasonably good job as an SLR. Most of the reviews talk about it using an STM lens. But looking at the mount, an EF might fit.

The 100D is also a Canon EOS APS-C DSLR.

Does anyone know if it will take an EF lens?

Why are you asking this? Both are Canon EOS APS-C DSLRs. Whatever you can mount on a 7D, you can mount on a 100D.

I am referring to a 24-105 L series lens.

Why? You say you find the 7D a bit of a struggle. The 24-105mm f4 L IS USM is the bulk of the bulk. So leaving the 7D at home but brining that big lens along anyway makes little sense. The EF-S 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM is a lighter and less bulky lens, better suited for lighter weight, with at least as good optics as the EF 24-105mm f4. Obviously, you can also put this lens on your 7D.

If it will, what are the pros and cons compared to the STM lenses?

You said it yourself, you find the weight and bulk the con.

Thanks

SG

 

[R2D2]

Does anyone know if it will take an EF lens? I am referring to a 24-105 L series lens. If it will, what are the pros and cons compared to the STM lenses?

Second the 18-135 STM. It performs quite well, though you might want to also take along a fast prime for more creative Bokeh shots. Myself, I'm planning to use this as my primary holiday get-together lens, esp as I'll be taking videos along with the stills (70D). Not sure which prime I want to take yet though.

Happy holidays!

R2

 

[RGL1215]

If you want to make your package smaller you"ll want to use the STM lenses. The 18-55 & 55-250 STM lenses is just about all you'll need. Both STM lenses are very good. Small, lite and very good IQ. I'd also throw in the 40mm pancake or the 50mm 1.8 along with the 2 STM lenses. I'd prefer the 40mm on the crop body though. That would be an awesome travel package. I have mounted my 100mm 2.8L macro on my SL1. Works well as expected but it kind of defeats the purpose of the small body.

 

[sgwelly]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts.

I'll take a serious look at the STM lenses.

In my package, it is not the 24-105 lens that's heavy it's the 7D though.

 

[brightcolours]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts.

I'll take a serious look at the STM lenses.

In my package, it is not the 24-105 lens that's heavy it's the 7D though.

The 24-105mm still is a heavy standard zoom, though. The difference with the 18-135mm still is significant, in my perception.

7D: 816 grams.

24-105mm f4 L IS USM: 670 grams.

100D weight: 405 grams.

18-135mm IS STM: 480 grams.

But mostly, you gain bulk advantage while traveling, the 18-135mm is only 76.6 x 96mm and the 24-105mm is 84 x 107 mm. Whether that is interesting for you, is for you to decide. Personally I would like the extra wide angle 18-24mm range while traveling.

 

[sgwelly]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts.

I'll take a serious look at the STM lenses.

In my package, it is not the 24-105 lens that's heavy it's the 7D though.

The 24-105mm still is a heavy standard zoom, though. The difference with the 18-135mm still is significant, in my perception.

7D: 816 grams.

24-105mm f4 L IS USM: 670 grams.

100D weight: 405 grams.

18-135mm IS STM: 480 grams.

But mostly, you gain bulk advantage while traveling, the 18-135mm is only 76.6 x 96mm and the 24-105mm is 84 x 107 mm. Whether that is interesting for you, is for you to decide. Personally I would like the extra wide angle 18-24mm range while traveling.

Thanks for that. The additional wide angle has never really been an issue for me but you make a good point re the weight and the physical size. By looking at the numbers, the 18-135 STM might be a good combination.

 

[Buchanan]

For the most range with least weight the 18-135 STM is likely the way to go. I used an S95 the last couple years when I wanted to travel light and recently got a SL1 as the S95 just really couldn't substitute for my DSLRs. I already had the 40 2.8 STM ($75 on a CanonStore special) and a nice 18-55 STM ($100 used off ebay for times when I wanted smaller than my 17-55 2.8 on my 60D) so when Canon recently had refurbs for $383 I got one.

I found that my Canon 35 f/2 (non IS version) works very well on it, being small/light, providing a "normal" prime, and for low light situations. I do use the 40mm when I want the absolute smallest package and its optics are very good, but the 35 has a nice combination of advantages. I see they are available for around $250, so not terribly expensive and would complement the 18-135 STM nicely should you go that route.

 

[photoshack]

This thread was similar in that I wanted to know if anyone thought the Canon SL1 would be a good match with the 22mm f2.0 STM pancake lens, for video? This sounds like a decent wide video lens if the autofocus was smooth and silent...

many thanks

 

[R2D2]

I wanted to know if anyone thought the Canon SL1 would be a good match with the 22mm f2.0 STM pancake lens, for video?

Won't work. The 22 Pancake is an "M" mount, and is not compatible with the SL1 (or any other current Canon DSLR).

There is however a rumored 24mm STM in the works.

R2

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[c.hammett]

I have a 7D and EF lenses for the 7D. I have found taking the 7D on holidays is a bit of a struggle these days and was contemplating on the S120 mainly due to its RAW capability. But then I saw some reviews on the 100D and that it is very light and does a reasonably good job as an SLR. Most of the reviews talk about it using an STM lens. But looking at the mount, an EF might fit.

Does anyone know if it will take an EF lens? I am referring to a 24-105 L series lens. If it will, what are the pros and cons compared to the STM lenses?

Thanks

SG

I'm a "one lens" traveler, and for a number of years, the 7D +24-105 has been my travel gear, along with a smaller camera for backup. I have had to lighten my load considerably due to basal joint replacement in both wrists, and I am loving the SL! (100D) with the 18-135 STM. FYI… I think the 24-105 on the smaller camera is almost overkill, though certainly can be used. The 18-135 STM is very light, quick focus , and very good IQ, compared to the 24-105. It is really nice to carry around.

Here is a gallery of images shot with that combo, in case you are interested in taking a look. Do be aware that I also used my G1X (original version) for probalby half the pictures, but the camera used is noted below the image, along with my commentarhy about the image.

http://www.pbase.com/chammett/paris_may_2014

also some shots around the house …including a few pictures at the end of the 18-135 STM lens mounted on the SL1.

http://www.pbase.com/chammett/canon_18135_stm_is_lens

Hope this helps !

Cheers ! … carolyn

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[David Sices]

I have been using my SL1 for travel with the latest (macro) Sigma 18-250mm HD, and I'm very happy with the results. It's not the very sharpest lens, but it's good enough for 11x14 enlargements (even with some cropping). I've more recently acquired the new 10-18mm Canon STM lens, which is very nice for interiors. I think the combination does a fine job of covering the entire range I've sought when traveling (obviously not for birding, wildlife, etc.). The SL1's good performance at high ISOs makes it easy to use the Sigma's best apertures (around f8). It's just a bit heavier and larger than the Canon 18-135 STM, but the extra range makes it worth it.

 

[photoshack]

thanks for the heads up

 

[wb4whd]

Actually L lenses DO NOT work properly on the SL1. I think it has to do with the new Hybrid AF. My gf has 2 brand new SL1's and I have 4 L lenses and none of them work correctly on her SL1's.

The 24-105mm, 17-40mm and 100mm Macro the AF works but does not get a proper focus lock. My 100-400mm L the SL1 cannot even get the AF to work at all. All these L lenses work fine on my 4 full frame bodies. And the SL1 seems to work fine with the gold band USM EF lenses, just not with the L series.

 

[SW Anderson]

What a delightful and fascinating series of images from one of the world's foremost artistic, architectural and cultural treasures. The accompanying descriptions complement them, adding so much. Thank you.

 

[FMohsin]

The SL1 is my favorite travel camera. In fact, it is my favorite camera. I also own a 6D with the 24-105 and that is not the best travel kit.

There is no point paring the 24-105 with the SL1. The weight and bulk of that lens alone will defeat the purpose of the "travel kit". I did pair it with the 17-55 IS USM 2.8 during a trip earlier this year and it proved to be a mistake. It was difficult holding the camera. The SL1 however, pairs wonderfully well with the 24 f2.8 pancake lens which btw, is an exceptionally good value for money. The kit SL1 kit lens and the 24 2.8 paired with a 55-250 STM sound like a good travel combo.

Regards.

 

[Steve2020]

EF lenses can be used in APS-C and FF Canon camera.

Better you should do a market research and find out the best lenses for u

BTW, Canon 50mm is a gem lens and for zoom you can check 70-300mm EF lens

 

[SW Anderson]

" The SL1 however, pairs wonderfully well with the 24 f2.8 pancake lens which btw, is an exceptionally good value for money. The kit SL1 kit lens and the 24 2.8 paired with a 55-250 STM sound like a good travel combo."

I have those lenses and completely agree.

 

[bowserb]

Use any lens you have. I use a Tamron 16-300 or sigma 8-16 most of the time. However I have used all our EF lenses. 70-200/2.8, 300/2.8, 100-400, 17 TSE, 150-600, 500/4, 85/1.8, and even the old 28-135. For fam events I often use the 24/2.8. We have 7D, 5D2, 5DRS, and the SL1--my favorite.