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30D 
Fingers crossed I'll be able to upgrade the kit lens to the Canon 24-70mm f2.8 L USM next month
Which begs the question - just how bad is the 18-55 kit lens?
Note by the absence of a 70-200IS lens in the intial lineup Simpo...
Only due to lack of fund... er, lack of stock(!) mind
It should arrive tomorrow!
>> Edited by UKBob on Tuesday 11th April 22:18
Fingers crossed I'll be able to upgrade the kit lens to the Canon 24-70mm f2.8 L USM next month
Which begs the question - just how bad is the 18-55 kit lens?
Note by the absence of a 70-200IS lens in the intial lineup Simpo... Only due to lack of fund... er, lack of stock(!) mind
It should arrive tomorrow!
>> Edited by UKBob on Tuesday 11th April 22:18
_dobbo_ said:Cheers Dobbo
Well done Bob, i'm sure you and your 30D will be very happy together!
Andy M said:I chose that lens with a full frame body in mind, but still plan on getting it as it got such good reviews. Should make a nice walkabout lens, and help build up some camera carrying muscles
Excellent news!
robdickinson said:Im sure the combination of camera/lens will knock the socks off my G5, it'll be a step up regardless.
Kit lens can produce some ok results, needs top be stopped down an awfull lot to be sharp(ish) colour and contrast will never be exceptional but its not as bad as its press, epsecialy for 'free'.
Leapt out of bed like a toy crazed kid on christmas morning today when someone was at the door... only to find the memory card had arrived ahead of the camera
Its going to be hard to get any work done today 
UKBob said:
Im sure the combination of camera/lens will knock the socks off my G5, it'll be a step up regardless.
The first few shots you may well be a bit disappointed compared to the G5. That's because you're used to the over sharpened, oversaturated, super contrast images compacts produce by default. Give it a couple of days and go back from the 30D shots to the G5. I guarantee looking at the G5 output will look horrible. The difference between ITV and BBC showing the cup final springs to mind....
ehasler said:Cheeky git
I bet I'm not the only person to think "thank for that!"
I look forward to seeing some photos now!
Ive got a meeting you're welcome to attend this month, Im sure you wont mind bringing your 70-200 and lending it to me, will you Ed!! ThatPhilBrettGuy said:Interesting
Im sure the combination of camera/lens will knock the socks off my G5, it'll be a step up regardless.
The first few shots you may well be a bit disappointed compared to the G5. That's because you're used to the over sharpened, oversaturated, super contrast images compacts produce by default. Give it a couple of days and go back from the 30D shots to the G5. I guarantee looking at the G5 output will look horrible. The difference between ITV and BBC showing the cup final springs to mind....
Thats good to know, I'll bear it in mind. 
Andy M said:A 350D. Had I received a 5D (which isnt in stock for 2 weeks anyway) I wouldnt have said a word
What have they sent you?
UPDATE: They're picking up the 350d, and dropping off the 30D tomorrow
So, do I take this one for a test drive tonight, or not
>> Edited by UKBob on Wednesday 12th April 13:07
I would suggest NOT opening the 350D so as not to invite problems....
As for the Kit Lens, it produces its best results at f8 or thereabouts. It'll do a job until you replace it and you can always challenge yourself to get the best out of what you have before blowing £££ on the 24-70L
The 18-55 is also handy as a travel lens if you don't want to lug anything heavier around.
As for the Kit Lens, it produces its best results at f8 or thereabouts. It'll do a job until you replace it and you can always challenge yourself to get the best out of what you have before blowing £££ on the 24-70L
The 18-55 is also handy as a travel lens if you don't want to lug anything heavier around.
monkeyhanger said:The camera arrived, I tore open the packaging, opened the box (without damaging it) and thought
I would suggest NOT opening the 350D so as not to invite problems....
As for the Kit Lens, it produces its best results at f8 or thereabouts. It'll do a job until you replace it and you can always challenge yourself to get the best out of what you have before blowing £££ on the 24-70L
The 18-55 is also handy as a travel lens if you don't want to lug anything heavier around.
... this doesnt look like a 30D. Maybe there has been a few last minute changes... when I suddenly noticed it wasnt a 30D UKBob said:
I would suggest NOT opening the 350D so as not to invite problems....
As for the Kit Lens, it produces its best results at f8 or thereabouts. It'll do a job until you replace it and you can always challenge yourself to get the best out of what you have before blowing £££ on the 24-70L
The 18-55 is also handy as a travel lens if you don't want to lug anything heavier around.
I'm talkin about opening the camera box and packaging therein.
It should be quite clear it's a 350D and not a 30D. Just trying to save you arguing over re-stocking fees.
Still, it's your money
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