Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras by Canon
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Digital camera reviews of Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras
Digital camera Review: Best lens amoung few choices for my Canon 30D.
Summary: 3 Stars
I am a quazi professional photographer; meaning I have a small business in which I do commercial photography for several clients, which I started after I retired from my main profession (which was not in photography).
My first digital SLR was a Canon 30D and have the wide angle zoom, mid focal zoom and then purchased this zoom.
I had been very impressed with the quality of the other two Canon zooms (I had about 30 years experience with Honeywell-Pentex, then Minolta).
When I got this zoom it felt "cheaply made" by comparision. I took some test photos and decided to return it.
I then bought the Tamron 70-300 zoom which has AF but not IS, but cost only $125. That lens seemed better built, but when retaking my previous test shots, I found it had some flare at the edges and was not as crisp and clear when enlarged greatly. Those two items would not be a big issue unless you work with large photos or enlarge small sections.
The biggest problem was no IS. When shooting anywhere near 300mm, you ended up without a clear photo, unless using a tripod.
Soooooo, back went the Tamron and I bought this Canon lens....yes, again.
I couldn't see any other choices that include IS AND were much less money, so this seemed my only choice.
Bottom line: lens performs well, IS motor is a bit slow and noisey, and it is pricey, but there really isn't any other alternatives.
Digital camera Review: Better than Tamron 70-300mm
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this lens after using the Tamron 70-300mm lens for about 4 or 5 month. At first I was totally ready to trash the Tamron lens. Due to my economic situation I could not afford replace the Tamron. With time and practice it started producing better and better images quality and I started having more fun with it. The truth is, I was learning how to use it correctly. The Tamron is a good, well made lens at an excellent price which I intend to keep.
Now the Canon 70-300mm with IS USM is a totally different class of lens. Twice the price of the Tamron but the IS alone is worth that. Image quality can be anywhere from very good to breathtaking. This lens is very easy to use, well made and looks good. If you can afford this lens, buy it, you'll like it. If money is a little tight, get the Tamron. You'll have fun and become a better photographer as you save your pennys for the Canon 70-300mm IS USM.
Digital camera Review: Cannon EF 70-300 mm lens
Summary: 5 Stars
I am using this lens on my Canon Rebel Digital, and it is well manufactured, very clear with no distortion, light weight, and exhibits smooth operation. Very Happy.Digital camera Review: Cannon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6
Summary: 5 Stars
Its a great lens if you do not want to spend a lot og money for a quality zoom lens.Digital camera Review: Canon 70-300 USM IS lens
Summary: 4 Stars
Excellent order response from Amazon/Adorama. Great price and more in line based upon the quality of the lens by Canon. It is a hobbyist lens and not a pro lens thus the focus is a bit slow on it (using 400D slr, the 55-250 seems to be just a bit more responsive on focus adjustment.
Not a bad lens and sure beats the manual 70-300 non IS lens.