Canon EF 70-300mm lens
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| Seems good 28/06/2010 I bought this lens to replace a similar EOS IS lens that had become faulty. I only use these lenses for wildlife shots. I have hardly used it so far. It does seem to give some good photos, but not always and I don't know why. My previous two similar lenses were both good, but both developed faults after a few years and that remains a concern. I am happy with them while they work but as I only use them on a few occasions each year as a rule, I am not certain the limited survival rate is good. It could be me or the conditions on trips. By L. Catchick England | ||||||
| Image stabilisation (IS) alone is worth the money 23/02/2010 I've bought this lens (used) to replace an old 75-300mm USM II and I do not regret it. This lens is sharper wide open, and the addition of IS make a huge difference. I was able to take pictures handheld at 300mm and in OK light (end of day) without blur, something impossible with my previous lens. The construction is OK, not much different than the 75-300mm and there is a zomm lock (at 70mm) which is quite handy. My main grip is again the lack of ring USM, so the lens need to be use either manual or autofocus (no FTM) which is sometimes a bother, in particular at 300mm. But this is a highly recommended lens. By bddidier Cambridge, UK | ||||||
| Great value 15/02/2010 I use this lens all the time. Believe it or not it works pretty well in low lighting - because of the IS. Focus is not the best, especially at full zoom. It's excellent value for money (I've had it a long time and think I paid a lot more for it than it is now on Amazon) and I use it a lot. Not too heavy and no operational problems with it at all. By Jules UK | ||||||
| Canon Power 07/02/2010 I purchased the EF 70-300mm lens through Amazon a few weeks ago, and so far I'm impressed, even though the dull winter weather has not permitted field tests in more favourable conditions. The lens is solid, attractive, and has the benefit of an image stabilizer for those tricky hand-held shots of moving subjects, when a tripod is not suitable or available. The only initial concern was the motor noise, although it isn't a real issue, and I'm already used to it. Overall, I think that this is a first-class lens in this price range. By Mike York, UK | ||||||
| Good value for money 15/10/2009 As you have probably already read this lens' focus can be a bit "soft" at 300mm, however below that up to about 250mm it is very sharp. Initially it feels a bit heavy but you soon get used to the weight. Being a "snapper" I like its quick auto focus and coupled with the linear stabilisation facility it is excellent for action shots. By Johnboy24 | ||||||
