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Canon 400 mm f 2.8 IS MKII software upgrade

I recently had my 400 mm lens software updated by Canon factory service.  This involved having to send the lens in and wait for its return.  Why I am not able to update the lenses software just as the ones for the cameras? The lenses and cameras comm...

Sand In focusing ring of an L series lens.

Hi,  I have a problem with my Canon 24-105mm f/4.0 IS L, somewhow I have manged to get some sand in my focusing ring. I can hear the sand rubing when using manual focus.  What should I do about this? I'm also wondering how sand manged to get into a w...

Lens compatability

What is the difference between EF and EF-S lenses? And are all lenses interchangeable between all SLR cameras I have a t1i with a 18-55mm EFS and a 75-300 EF lens. If I get like a 60D or a 7D would those lenses fit those SLRs?

Telephoto lens

I need help in choosing a good telephoto lens, I own a rebel T3i 600 D. The kit that I bought from wolf camera came with a zoom lens EF 75-300 1:4-5.6, this lens was OK at first but I have decide to move up a step or two. I have been into photography...

date stamp on lenses.

Need to figure out date stamp on lens. I know there is a site I just cant find?!

focus problems with 50mm 1.8 lens

I am shooting with an EOS Rebel XTI and using a 50mm for gym/basketball shooting. It works great for the low lighting but I am having problems getting clear pictures. I can't use the center focal point because of the action in the games, so I have it...

extention tubes

does canon have extention tubes for macro/close up?

I have an old AE-1 and want to buy a Canon EOS Rebel T3 and wonder if my AE lens will fit the T3

Well my AE-1 lens fit into a new EOS Rebel T3 body to save on buying new lenses.

Canon EF L USM 28-70mm F/2.8 Len

How do I tell when was the Canon EF L USM 28-70mm F/2.8 Len, serial # #44181 made.

best portrait lens?

What do you consider teh best lens for portraits?

Canon 60D Kit Lense replacment

Hi,I am shooting with a Canon 60D with the kit lense but need an upgrade that will provide me with greater flexibility and sharper images. I mainly photograph weddings. What would you recomend? Price is a factor! Richken

18-135mm STM lens...Opinions?

I'm considering a mid range zoom for my T3i, and wonder if the STM version of the 18-135mm hasany advantages over the 18-135mm II IS lens?

canon ef 40mm f/2.8 stm vs 50mm f/1.8

Hello everyone. Great forum. Got my first DSLR last week and it came with two lenses 18-55 and 75-300. I still feel like I need a good old fashion 50 mm for indoor and portrait use. I was about to order 50 then I saw there is a new 40mm pancake. Afte...

Can canon FD lenses be used with a canon digital camera?