A Sharp Canon Lens

[Dog 1949]

My friend has a high end Nikon camera and lens, I noticed how sharper his digital images were. I have a 50D and the stock 18-55mm lens. What Canon lens could I buy to equal his. A lens that has a wide angle and mild telephoto. Thank You. Jim

 

[cin19]

My friend has a high end Nikon camera and lens

What models are they?
But for your canon 50d, recommend to buy the Canon EF 24-105mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM, if you have the budget, get the L series pro version.

 

[GarryH_Geek]

You can use a newest 24mm or 40mm pancake, as well as a couple of other Canon lenses, from cheapest telephoto 55-250IS that creates meaningfully crispy images to a notable 70-200/2.8L IS, an uncomparable medium telephoto with heavy impact on both your gear weight and your budget. Still, you will need some digital sharpening to have a precisely sharp image!