I have a Canon Rebel SL1 camera. This lens is compatible with it but is it wise to buy a high-quality L lens for a low-end camera? I
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That depends on what you intend to do with it. If this is a transitional step toward a higher-end body, by all means get it. Note, however, this should not be the first (or second) lens in your arsenal. It is too big and too heavy to be a walk-around lens. The SL1 body is a bit smaller than the rest of the EOS bodies. I would be a bit concerned that this lens may be hard to hand-hold with this body. I do not have an SL1, but I have had a number of T-series bodies before I switched to the 60D and 70D bodies. I am currently using this lens with the 60D and 70D bodies and love it. That depends on what you intend to do with it. If this is a transitional step toward a higher-end body, by all means get it. Note, however, this should not be the first (or second) lens in your arsenal. It is too big and too heavy to be a walk-around lens. The SL1 body is a bit smaller than the rest of the EOS bodies. I would be a bit concerned that this lens may be hard to hand-hold with this body. I do not have an SL1, but I have had a number of T-series bodies before I switched to the 60D and 70D bodies. I am currently using this lens with the 60D and 70D bodies... » Read More That depends on what you intend to do with it. If this is a transitional step toward a higher-end body, by all means get it. Note, however, this should not be the first (or second) lens in your arsenal. It is too big and too heavy to be a walk-around lens. The SL1 body is a bit smaller than the rest of the EOS bodies. I would be a bit concerned that this lens may be hard to hand-hold with this body. I do not have an SL1, but I have had a number of T-series bodies before I switched to the 60D and 70D bodies. I am currently using this lens with the 60D and 70D bodies and love it. « Show Less
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From a t2i up to the t5i this lens would work great if your camera can take a RAW picture. I've never heard of an sl1 but if it has a detachable lens then you could always upgrade the camera body later. The lens will work with any canon camera.
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This is a good question and I really don't know how to answer it... however, if you EVER think you may upgrade your camera body in the future, you would have one of what I consider to be the best lenses Canon has to offer! It's a good investment.
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Absolutely! Last year my wife and I were on vacation in San Luis Obispo. I had forgotten to charge the battery on my 5DIII and ran out of juice. I put this lens on her Rebel and the results were much better than her normal "consumer" lens, although not quite what I get with the 5D. Good glass is always a smart choice. Consider it a life time purchase so if you do upgrade your camera, your haven't wasted money on a lesser lens. To me, this is the perfect landscape/travel lens. Versatile, but not too bulky or heavy. Hope this helps.
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It is a good lens for landscapes and outdoor photo story; if not sunny sky, it is recommended to use a tripod.
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The IS on the L lens is like a built in tripod. This lens does not have the IS built in, but I have gotten many a great shot without a tripod or the benefit of IS. The image quality is the same on both lenses.
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I have the Canon SL1 and it works fine. Just remember that everything (focus, aperture) is manual when you use the old lenses.
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Any SLR with standard lens mount should fit. Simple way to to check the lens mount if it is a standard one is to try out the lens that came with camera on any other regular canon (or for that matter your brand). If it fits, you can buy this lens with the corresponding mount (T mounts are available for various brands for this telescopic lens).
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The kit lens is pretty cheap and probably the best Rebel kit lens to date. Plus its optically stabilized and, as you note, it'll help you get an idea what lens you'd like next so why not?
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Okay, thanks a lot, new at this and I wasn't sure if the lens quality is the same. I appreciate everyone's help!
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I fit the sl1 with original lens and a 50-250mm lens. There is only really room for the battery charger and some cables. I don't really think you could fit another lens
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It works fine on my Canon EOS 70D just fine, which came with 18-135mm STM lens, so it should be fine with SL1
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I do not have the SL1 however if it has the standard jack for a shutter release (meaning if it has the jack or not there is only one kind) then this will work with your camera.
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EF 28-80mm I use for Canon 10D & EOS M and try my friend's EOS T3i, it work,so SL1 should be fine, but what you pay and what you get, don't expect it will have very sharp image.
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Anytime you can get a Canon L-Series lens, you are probably going to do pretty well. I noticed a lot of the "answers" didn't really address your question, just stated they already HAD lenses. I had NON-L series lenses before buying this camera, and when I had the chance to get the camera with an L-series lens, I definitely went for it. I have not been disappointed. The only lenses I have used that have ever been sharper than this one are the L-series Prime lenses. Otherwise, the kit lens is quick, sharp, has a nice bokeh to the pictures at the low F-stops, all in all, a nice lens. Anytime you can get a Canon L-Series lens, you are probably going to do pretty well. I noticed a lot of the "answers" didn't really address your question, just stated they already HAD lenses. I had NON-L series lenses before buying this camera, and when I had the chance to get the camera with an L-series lens, I definitely went for it. I have not been disappointed. The only lenses I have used that have ever been sharper than this one are the L-series Prime lenses. Otherwise, the kit lens is quick, sharp, has a nice bokeh to the pictures at the low F-stops, all in all, a nice lens.
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It depends on your equipment and needs. My suggestion is to rent one from BorrowedLenses, they do have it and try it out before buying. I have done this with some recent L series lens purchases. It was much easier to make a decision on those fat lenses.
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The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than this camera. The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than... » Read More The standard lens that comes with the camera is not a Leica. This is a 4/3 format camera, which means that lenses are interchangeable, as with DSLR cameras, and there are Leica lenses that come in the 4/3 format, that will work with this camera. Buying good lenses in this format is a great investment. They will improve the photographs that you take with this camera, and if one decides to upgrade, say to the Olympus OMD range of camera, the investment continues to pay off with great photos on that camera. If it's not your intention to get additional lenses, then there are better choices than this camera. « Show Less
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I believe this lens will fit the SL1. If so, it is a GREAT LENS!!! We have 2 of them and use them extensively for weddings, portraits, etc. SUPER SHARP!!!
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Your Canon A2E will give you sharp results with your L glass lens. Canon's are not known as "Lomo type" cameras with "funky" effects. This film will give you results similar to if you shot any other 400 speed color film. If you want something more "Lomo" I'd suggest the lomography xpro 200 film. It's awesome when crossed. Good luck!
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According to my research it should work on the SL1. I think it uses a RS-60e3 shutter release also. I am very happy with the shutter release so far.
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No. I bought this for my SL1 which is the smallest and lightest of the Rebel line, and it would not support it. Kept falling over or the legs would spread out flat. Does not hold a DSLR with a lens.