Canon T5 with Sigma 18-250 macro and Sigma 17-50 2.8

Will this be a perfect pair to replace my kit lens 18-55?  I will be using this for every day and  Travel. I figure, 18-250 for the day/outdoor and 17-50 2.8 for the night and indoor shoot.  I am also considering Sigma 17-70 instead of 17-50. What's your thought?

JSN 137 wrote:

Will this be a perfect pair to replace my kit lens 18-55? I will be using this for every day and Travel. I figure, 18-250 for the day/outdoor and 17-50 2.8 for the night and indoor shoot. I am also considering Sigma 17-70 instead of 17-50. What's your thought?

I actually have all three lenses.  I've used all three on everything from a T2i to a 7D.

The Sigma 18-250 is a so-so lens.  I like it a lot better on full manual.  With my copy, I've definitely had to stop the lens down to get better focus.  I usually shoot this lens about F8, pretty much a bright daylight kind of lens.

I really like the Sigma 17-50.  Good sharp lens, especially stopped down.  Good vibrant colors too.  It sometimes seeks when it's focusing, but nothing I can't live with.

I also really like th Sigma 17-70.  It's my go-to travel lens.  Very sharp, very good colors, nice range.  The 17-70 can also focus seek for me, depending on conditions.

Bottom line, think you'll really like the 17-50 and the 17-70.  There are better lenses for in the same price range as the 18-250.  It's shorter but I really like the Canon 18-135 STM.

Hope this helps.