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by Subi
(Murrieta, CA, USA)
"I am beginner photographer used 1100D for some years. Visiting Washing DC and gearing up for taking many photographs, especially at dusk.
Looking for an affordable lens that will capture photos at night/moonlight (low light) with minimum zoom at DC. Will use the 1100D for daytime.
Please recommend lens(es) that will enable me to take photos of monuments at night (compatible with EOS 1100D).
Thank you!"
Hi Subi.
Thanks for asking about a fast lens for your Rebel t3 (1100D). The t3 is an oldie but goodie and Canon sold a bazillion of the t3 and t3i cameras back in the day. The t3 has an APS-C sized "crop sensor" and so any of the Canon EF-S or EF lenses will work on your t3. Here's more on Ef versus EF-S Lenses.
If you are looking for a lens that will perform well at dusk (or other low light situations) you want a "fast" lens. A fast lens is given that name because it has a larger maximum aperture, giving it the ability to allow more light into the camera and enabling you to use faster shutter speeds that you would be able to with a "slower" lens.
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