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06/11/2026 8:00 am
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What is actually the best budget zoom lens for a Canon 80D right now? Sorry if this is a super basic question but im totally lost. I got this camera used a few months ago in Chicago and Ive just been using the kit lens that came with it. But its not cutting it anymore cuz my niece has her first soccer games coming up next month and I cant get close enough to the action from the sidelines. My budget is pretty tight
- I really cant spend more than like 200 or maybe 250 bucks max since Im still learning how to even use manual mode properly. I keep seeing things about Sigma and Tamron and Canon lenses online but my head is spinning with all the numbers and letters like IS USM STM and I have no idea what any of that means for sports photography. Should I be looking for something like a 55-250mm? If someone could just tell me a specific model to look for on ebay or marketplace that wont break the bank id really appreciate it...
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06/11/2026 8:00 am
Honestly, grab the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM. I used one for my nephews track meets for years and it is honestly the best value you can get for sports on an 80D.
- The STM focusing is quiet and fast enough for soccer.
- You can find them used for under 200 bucks easily.
- Image stabilization helps a ton when you are zoomed all the way in.
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