canon 28 - 135 lens

david156 · #1 (**permalink**) 03-04-2010, 10:25 PM

Hi all.

Currently I use the basic 18 - 55mm non is kit lens for general photos and landscapes. I have now been offered a canon 28 - 135mm is lens. Good quality and from a reliable source so will be 100% as new. Has anyone on here used it. I know its not an L series lens but is it a good lens. Would it be a good replacement for my standard kit lens. Any info to help me decide please.

Cheers David

Mike Jackson · #2 (**permalink**) 04-04-2010, 05:47 AM

I've got one and I think it's a cracking lens. Not as sharp as my 100 macro or 100 - 400 L but I've had some great images from it and it blows the kit lens into a cocked hat.

Mike

Gaza · #3 (**permalink**) 04-04-2010, 07:04 AM

I agree with Mike

I also have this lens, and although it is not a pro lens. I have had some very good photos using it.

Geoff F · #4 (**permalink**) 04-04-2010, 07:17 PM

Yes I have one and agree with the previous replies.

I have recently purchased a Canon 24-105 as an upgrade but kept the 28-135 as a 'rough use' spare lens.

In side by side trials, I found that the 28-135 was actually a fraction sharper at the centre but the 24-105 held it's sharpness better towards the edges. It copes a little better with extremes of the contrast range and is a stronger build; but at twice the price, so it should!

The 28-135 is a plastic construction, but well built all the same.

All in all, a useful lens size at a realistic price.

Here is a review http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/19...report--review