Quote Originally Posted by cmac76
If I were to buy only one lensto start out(to be a default type lens), what would you suggest?

Either the 24-105mm f/4 L IS or the 17-55mm f/2.8 IS. Both would probably work well for you. You'll simply have to decide whether the extra focal length or the wider aperture is more important to you. Read Bryan's review on both before you decide.