[jdash3d]

Hey Everyone,



I've decided to take the SLR plunge and since I'm very familiar with Canon cameras, I thought I'd stick with what I know and go with a Canon 60D. I love the specs and since I'll probably also dabble in video so the articulating LCD will come in handy.



I've definitely decided to go with the Tamron 70-300mm VC USD lens as it seems to beat out the Canon equivalent and it's cheaper - especially with the rebate. To accompany that lens, I need a standard zoom lens and here's what I've narrowed it down to:



Sigma 17-70mm HSM OS



Tamron 17-50mm VC



Tamron 17-50mm (non-VC)



Can anyone help me out and on top of helping me pick a lens, tell me why? I'm sure I'd be happy with all three. Currently I'm leaning towards the Sigma due to price and having image stabilization. I've read that the VC version of the Tamron seems to get soft at 50mm and it's the most expensive. I've also heard VC isn't necessary in this zoom range but it's definitely nice to have when shooting video. I'm so torn!



Thanks for any help in advance!