Originally Posted by belynch (Post 13763438)

yes Yes YES YES

Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 13763515)

I need to grab at least a UV Filter (if not a circular polarizer, as well) before I take the new lens out for a spin. I'm paranoid to shoot without one. Good to hear it does a solid job. ^

Originally Posted by sdm1130 (Post 13763562)

This set from Yankee Spring Training has an assortment of pictures taken with the 55-250 lens. Most of them have been cropped, but it should give you a decent idea of what the lens can do. Of course, I'm far from a pro (and so is the lens) so there will be plenty of mistakes in these shots as well. :)

I should probably invest in a filter or two one of these days...

Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 13763403)

I just received an EF-S 55-250 f/4-5.6 IS lens for National Otter Day. Haven't yet tried it out, but am curious to start shooting with some proper zoom capability. The 17-40 is great for landscapes and architecture, but I was really wanting more zoom in Australia when there were wallabies about.

Can definitely tell a difference in construction quality between the 17-40L and the 55-250. The L-Series lenses are housed in sturdy metal, and feel completely solid. The new EF-S looks and feels light and plasticky. However, the reviews of the lens indicate that it is solidly built, despite the plastic housing, and that one of the only noticeable drawbacks is vignetting when wide open.

Originally Posted by CO 1E (Post 13763626)

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Originally Posted by icurhere2 (Post 13763590)

Agency decided to implement poorly thought out travel rules. Included in these rules are "no rental cars". I've already asked should I cancel my $40 rental car and minimal amount of fuel in OMA to instead pay $140 on taxis (event is outside the city).

Originally Posted by ConciergeMike (Post 13763647)

LOL.

It's not hard to pick up on.

Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 13763515)

I need to grab at least a UV Filter (if not a circular polarizer, as well) before I take the new lens out for a spin. I'm paranoid to shoot without one. Good to hear it does a solid job. ^

Originally Posted by sdm1130 (Post 13763686)

I think I found CO's source for the PClub magazine stash!

http://www.mygazines.net/

I can only hope that we'll see some of these titles in a PClub in the coming months:

Potato Grower
Outdoor Power Equipment
National Petroleum News
Professional Candy Buyer

Originally Posted by sdm1130 (Post 13763686)

I think I found CO's source for the PClub magazine stash!

http://www.mygazines.net/

I can only hope that we'll see some of these titles in a PClub in the coming months:

Potato Grower
Outdoor Power Equipment
National Petroleum News
Professional Candy Buyer

Originally Posted by CO 1E (Post 13763021)

Camera experts: which Canon point and shoot should I get to upgrade from my current camera? I want something with a wider lens, but am not quite ready to take the plunge into DSLR territory.

Originally Posted by Mackieman (Post 13763541)

Alrighty. :D

Originally Posted by sdm1130 (Post 13763686)

I think I found CO's source for the PClub magazine stash!