(Answer) (Category) Digital Photography FAQ's : (Category) Canon EOS-300D / Digital Rebel / KISS Digital FAQ : (Category) New User Questions :
How is the kit lens compared to the 17-40 F4L?
Well for starters it is about 600$ cheaper. Thats a lot of hotdogs at the ballpark. That said, the sharpness, contrast, and flare resistance of the 17-40 F4L is definitely better. Is it 600$ better? I can't decide that for you. For many many people I would suggest there are other holes that need filling first.

(RP)

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