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Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

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Brand: Canon
Category: Photography

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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 124 reviews

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 4
Maximum Focal Length: 300
Minimum Focal Length: 75
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 4.5 x 4.2
Warranty: 1 year warranty

MPN: C219892
Model: 6472A002
UPC: 082966214080
EAN: 0082966214080
ASIN: B00004THCZ

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
  • Micro ultra-sonic monitor (USM) makes autofocusing quicker and quieter than before
  • Improved zoom mechanism with silver on the front; 4.9-foot close focus distance
  • Ideal for shooting sports, portraits, and wildlife; lightweight frame weighs 16.8 ounces
  • Measures 2.8 inches in diameter and 4.8 inches long; 1-year warranty

Accessories:

  • CANON ET64II Lens Hood for EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 IS SLR Lens
  • Tiffen 58mm 11 Filter (Green)
  • Tiffen 58mm 47 Filter (Blue)
  • Tiffen 58mm 80A Filter
  • Tiffen 58mm 812 Warming Filter

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Developed to succeed the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 II this compact, lightweight high- magnification telephoto zoom lens covers medium telephoto 75 mm to super telephoto 300mm. Like the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM, it has a metal ring at the front of the zoom ring to give it an upscale image. It uses a DC motor as AF drive actuator. The optical system and controls are the same as those of the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM. For environmental protection, only lead-free glass lens elements are used.

Amazon.com Product Description
This compact and lightweight EF 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens is ideal for shooting sports, portraits, and wildlife. The lens is distinguished by a newly developed micro ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that makes autofocusing quicker and quieter, along with an improved zoom mechanism that includes a silver ring on the front for a luxurious touch. The micro USM makes this version of the lens particularly suitable for applications that require a fast autofocus, such as sporting events or wildlife shoots. Best of all, the USM version shares many of the same features that makes the non-USM lens so popular, such as a compact size, a close focusing range, and accessory compatibility. As with all Canon lenses, this unit carries a one-year warranty.

  • Focal length: 75-300mm
  • Maximum aperture: 1:4.5-5.6
  • Lens construction: 13 elements in 9 groups
  • Diagonal angle of view: 32 degrees (at 11 feet) to 8 degrees (at 15 feet)
  • Focus adjustment: Front group rotating extension system with USM
  • Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet
  • Zoom system: Rotating type
  • Filter size: 58mm
  • Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 4.8 inches long
  • Weight: 16.8 ounces



Customer Reviews:   Read 119 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Canon EF 75-300 lens   July 10, 2008
Great lens. Very smooth manual focus and zoom, and autofcous is seemless. Well worth the money.


3 out of 5 stars It is what you pay for.   June 22, 2008
If you are looking for a lens with this sort of focal length, it is going to be your cheapest option. It focuses slow. Really really slow. I have the 5D with the 24-105L, and it is almost painful to switch between the two. If you are trying to shoot a kids soccer game in broad daylight this will suit you fine. If you are taking pictures of your dog on a Sunday afternoon. This is not a focal length I use a lot, so it suits me fine. If you are serious about sport or wild life photography, you aren't going to buy this anyway. I would suggest saving your pennies and buying the 70-200 f/4L for just over $500. Kinda wish I had done that, but I had already dropped enough on the 5D.


2 out of 5 stars Not really a very good lens   June 10, 2008
This lens is inexpensive, and it shows in terms of poor image quality, among other things. Unless you simply cannot afford something better, I would stay away from this one. I had it for a very short period of time before I got rid of it. Then again, at the price it is being offered, one cannot have too much grounds for complaint.


4 out of 5 stars Pleased so far   June 10, 2008
So far I am pleased with the lens I purchased. I bought it used but it came to me like brand new. Although I have only taken one roll of film with it, and still learning to use it I am pleased with the quality and detail of the pictures.


2 out of 5 stars Not sharp, Slow aperture and Slow focus   May 31, 2008
This lens might be okay for beginners, but if you are into any quality photography
GET THE CANON 70-200 L (f/2.8 or f/4 with or without IS)

CONS
-Slow aperture
-Not sharp enough
-Not an L
-Paint is chipping off

PROS
- Cheep, (but not worth it unless you don't care for quality)

My recommendation... Buy a Canon 70-200 L instead (even the f/4 will blow this lens away)


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