Thanks to everyone for the quick responses.


Andnowimbroke: I wish I had known about that earlier!


Rocco+ Dr Croubie: Unfortunately I already sold my Xsi and 18-55mm kit lens that came with it. I might try and sell the 50-250?


To all: I guess it is a good idea to start with what I take pictures of. I just realized now that with the first option, I would not have a focal length under 50mm, which from using the 55-250 I know is really inconvenient sometimes. The only reason I was going for the fixed 50 was because I had heard they produced a great image quality. In terms of what I take pictures of, its very varied. I take a lot of landscape, architecture, sports, and events on stage like plays, but also love to take portraits. Going the second option would kind of eliminate the ability to take portraits of people.


Rocco: I would agree that my 55-250 stays on the 250 end more often than naught. What wider lens would you recommend?