Wide Zoom

Wide-angle and a zoom lens for Canon EOS 40D?

I am set to buy a Canon 40D and searching for the most suitable Wide-Angle and TelePhoto lenses.
I tend to do lots of cityscapes/landscapes/candid photography and would like to venture in to wild-life sometime in the future.

Any recommendations/advice much appreciated!
Thanks

You know that zoom and telephoto lenses aren’t the same thing, right? Telephoto lenses have longer focal lengths, wide-angle lenses have smaller. Zoom lenses can be either, and allow the photographer to adjust the focal length within a certain range. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length.

I would suggest you start off with either an all-purpose prime (50mm) or an all-purpose zoom (28-135mm or kit lens) before getting a wide-angle lens OR a telephoto. Adjust to your camera and get used to it before building on your lens collection.

The telephoto zoom that I use is Sigma’s 70-300 macro. It’s a little heavy without a tripod, but it works.

SAMSUNG WB500 REVIEW WITH 24mm ULTRA WIDE OPTICAL 10X ZOOM

Ricoh FF20 Wide Zoom Battery $5.36 Ricoh FF20 Wide Zoom Battery. This is a 3 Volt, Lithium Battery . Dimensions: 1.34 x 1.34 x 0.65. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Super Zoom 80 Wide Battery $5.36 Olympus Super Zoom 80 Wide Battery. This is a 3 Volt, Lithium Battery . Dimensions: 1.34 x 1.34 x 0.65. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus MJU Zoom Wide 80 Battery $5.36 Olympus MJU Zoom Wide 80 Battery. This is a 3 Volt, Lithium Battery . Dimensions: 1.34 x 1.34 x 0.65. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-7070 Wide Zoom Battery $18.95 Olympus Camedia C-7070 Wide Zoom Battery. This is a 7.2 Volt, 2000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-5060 Wide Zoom Battery $18.95 Olympus Camedia C-5060 Wide Zoom Battery. This is a 7.2 Volt, 2000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom Battery $18.95 Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom Battery. This is a 7.2 Volt, 2000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-7070 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim $24.95 Olympus Camedia C-7070 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim. This is a 7.2 Volt, 1000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-5060 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim $24.95 Olympus Camedia C-5060 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim. This is a 7.2 Volt, 1000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim $24.95 Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom Duracell Battery Slim. This is a 7.2 Volt, 1000 mAh, Li-Ion Battery . Dimensions: 2.15 x 1.53 x 0.84. 100% OEM compatible.

18x Zoom Network Camera $1700 18x Zoom Network Camera , incorporates a fully integrated Sony 18x optical zoom lens and progressive scan CCD sensor, is an all-in-one network camera for 24-hour day and night surveillance. With the built-in 18x optical zoom, this camera can flexibly zoom in on small or distant objects and remotely monitor warehouses, construction sites, parking lots, office or apartment buildings and more – with exceptional accuracy and clarity. Featuring the day/night function, the IR-cut filter is able to be removed while lighting darkens and automatically turns the mode of color (day time/bright lighting) into monochrome (night time/dark or low lighting), down to 0.38 lux. It also comes with a RS-485 interface for scanners or pan/tilts driver connection, which is designed for a cost-effective alternative with pan/tilt/zoom functions as a professional speed dome. Additionally, this camera is fully loaded with many sophisticated features such as 3GPP mobile surveillance, Power over Ethernet, and SIP two-way audio, free-bundled 16-Ch recording software etc., allowing you to build up a reliable, future-proof IP surveillance system with ease. No matter how wide range your applications would be, just have a closer, crystal clear view with 18x Zoom Network Camera from anywhere over the network.

16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL[IF]SDM Wide Angle Zoom Lens $1029 The smc PENTAX-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL[IF]SDM wide angle zoom lens delivers the highest level of optical quality and includes SDM technology for fast, accurate, quiet focus. Bringing together advanced optical technologies, including aspherical elements, s

AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Wide Angle Zoom Lens $1886.95 Nikon’s 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Lens features a fast, wide-angle to medium telephoto AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors.

AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens $1996.95 Fast, ultra wide-angle AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX format image sensors,has Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, & rendering outstandi

17-40mm f/4.0L USM AF Ultra Wide Zoom Lens ( 8806A002 ) $709.95 Canon 8806A002 17-40mm F4.0 L USM AF EF Lens is a new and affordable L-series ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that’s ideal for both film and digital SLRs. Superior optics are assured by the use of three aspherical lens elements, in addition to a Super UD (Ultr

EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Ultra-Wide Angle Zoom Lens With 3PCS Filter Kit $1613.04 Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Ultra-Wide Angle Zoom Lens With 3PCS Filter Kit

17-70mm DA f/4 AL (IF) SDM Wide-Angle Zoom Lens $590.94 Pentax DA 17-70mm f/4 AL (IF) SDM Wide Angle Zoom Lens FeaturesAcquire wide angle, extra zoom and the highest level of optical quality with the smc Pentax DA 17-70mm f/4 ED AL [IF] SDM wide angle zoom lens. The exclusive lens SDM autofocus motor ideally complements current Pentax DSLRs with fast, accurate, quiet focus. Bringing together advanced optical technologies, including aspherical elements, special optical-glass elements, original Pentax SP (Super Protect) lens coatings, along with a Quick-shift Focus System, this new interchangeable lens is superior in terms of contrast, clarity and edge-to-edge sharpness.Extra zoom for a wide range of shooting applications from wide angle to telephoto.Exclusive lens SDM autofocus motor ideally complements modern Pentax DSLR bodies with SDM capabilities.*Pentax SP (Super Protect) coating protects the exposed lens elements.Quick-shift Focus System allows instant switching from auto to manual focus.Developed specifically for Pentax digital SLRs.Focal length equivalent to 26-107mm in 35mm format.*SDM-only focusing lens can still be used with non-SDM Pentax DSLR bodies in manual focus mode.

Olympus x-935 Digital Camera – Blue 12.0 MP, 5X Wide Angle Zoom Image Stabilization 2.7 (Certified Reconditioned) $79.99 Olympus x-935 Digital Camera – Blue 12.0 MP, 5X Wide Angle Zoom Image Stabilization 2.7 (Certified Reconditioned)

Olympus FE-5020 Digital Camera – Blue 12.0 MP, 5X Wide Angle Zoom Image Stabilization 2.7 (Certified Reconditioned) $79.99 Olympus FE-5020 Digital Camera – Blue 12.0 MP, 5X Wide Angle Zoom Image Stabilization 2.7 (Certified Reconditioned)

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Red) $179.99 Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Red)

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Black) $179.99 Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Black)

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Silver) $179.99 Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Silver)

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Blue) $179.99 Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Blue)

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Pink) $179.99 Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 16.0 MP Digital Still Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Pink)

Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Black) $139.99 Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Black)

Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Blue) $139.99 Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Blue)

Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Silver) $139.99 Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Silver)

Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Red) $139.99 Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom (Red)

Canon PowerShot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom(Black) $109.99 Canon PowerShot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom(Black)

Canon PowerShot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom(Silver) $109.99 Canon PowerShot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom(Silver)

Kodak EasyShare M530 12MP Digital Camera with 3x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Blue) $79.99 Kodak EasyShare M530 12MP Digital Camera with 3x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Blue)

Kodak EasyShare M550 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Dark Grey) $89.99 Kodak EasyShare M550 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Dark Grey)

Kodak EasyShare M550 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Tan) $89.99 Kodak EasyShare M550 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom and 2.7 Inch LCD (Tan)

Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Black 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom $99.99 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Black 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom

Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Orange 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom $99.99 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Orange 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom

Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Pink 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom $99.99 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Pink 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom

Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Red 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom $99.99 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Red 14 MP Stylish and Slim Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Zoom

Fujifilm FinePix AX300 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black) $99.95 Fujifilm FinePix AX300 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black)

Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Black 16 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Fujinon 15x Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens $329.95 Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Black 16 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Fujinon 15x Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens

Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Red 16 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Fujinon 15x Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens $329.95 Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Red 16 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Fujinon 15x Super Wide Angle Zoom Lens

Fujifilm FinePix JX350 16 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black) $159.95 Fujifilm FinePix JX350 16 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 5x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black)

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 18x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens and 3-Inch LCD $229.95 Fujifilm FinePix S2950 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 18x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens and 3-Inch LCD

Fujifilm FinePix T300 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 10x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black) $199.95 Fujifilm FinePix T300 14 MP Digital Camera with Fujinon 10x Wide Angle Optical Zoom Lens (Black)

Panasonic DMC-FH25S 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Blue $199.99 Panasonic DMC-FH25S 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Blue

Panasonic DMC-FH25V 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Black $199.99 Panasonic DMC-FH25V 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Black

Panasonic DMC-FH25R 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Red $199.99 Panasonic DMC-FH25R 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Red

Panasonic DMC-FH25A 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Silver $199.99 Panasonic DMC-FH25A 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Silver

Panasonic DMC-FH25K 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Purple $199.99 Panasonic DMC-FH25K 16.1MP Digital Camera with 8x Wide Angle Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD Purple

606 Zoom Traveler 6 (GRAY) $149.95 The Zoom Traveler 6 is equipped to accommodate a digital SLR, 3 to 4 lenses and a flash. Features include the USA patented Lens-Bridge® and LensGate® Divider System which allow cameras to be carried with motor drive and normal, wide-angle or zoom lenses a