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lol. if the lens is new for $100 then they'll sell used for about $50, but it's very typical to see the 50D sell for $650 as well.
When hugh says it's a cheap plastic lens, he means the housing and mount is plastic, not the elements. In other words, just don't drop it lens-first, otherwise you might need to get a new $50 50/1.8.
I think you're splitting hairs at this point. You might be able to find a good deal with some looking around, but prob not a significantly better deal. My only other advise would be to buy the lens and body separate.
When hugh says it's a cheap plastic lens, he means the housing and mount is plastic, not the elements. In other words, just don't drop it lens-first, otherwise you might need to get a new $50 50/1.8.
I think you're splitting hairs at this point. You might be able to find a good deal with some looking around, but prob not a significantly better deal. My only other advise would be to buy the lens and body separate.