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 enlarge | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
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New (44) Used (4) Refurbished (2)
Avg. Customer Rating:  135 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 4.3
Maximum Focal Length: 300
Minimum Focal Length: 70
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 7.8 x 4.7 x 4.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 0345B002
Model: 0345B002
UPC: 013803050851
EAN: 0013803050851
ASIN: B0007Y794O
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 The reason to get this lens is for the IS March 3, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I recently used this lens on an impromptu nature walk and was pleasantly surprised at how much the IS helped, especially at the 200-300mm range. I was able to get some really good long shots--all hand-held--on a relatively low contrast overcast day. Perhaps it was what I was shooting (relatively still nature, like birds) but I didn't experience any problems that others may have noticed with focus speed or visual quality issues. I will say this is probably not the lens to use for fast moving sports or even everyday walk-around photos. For me, telephotos (200mm+) are fairly specialized (I prefer street photography). In most cases I would use my 28-135mm and crop. I usually use this lens for very specific purposes.
 This is the 1st lens you want to buy after you got your new Canon camera ! March 2, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I just received my Canon 70-300mm USM/IS a couple of weeks ago, and I finally got the chance this week end to go out and try it. I was kind of scared after reading the other reviews that I would have issues with the quality of the images at full zoom. Well, let me tell you something, WHAT A GREAT LENS !
I was able to take EXCELLENT pictures of my fiancee at a full 300mm settings. After reviewing the pictures on my computer, I was amazed at the details. You can clearly see the smalled strands of hair in the wind. Absolutely amazing.
I also took pictures of my dog running on the beach at full 300mm. Some people told me that the focus was kind of slow and I would have issue. It's a little bit slower I agree, but I took great shots of a moving subject. I do not know how good and fast would be the focus in another kind of day (not sunny, low light...) but my first experience with it was great.
If you go and look at the customer images link, you will find the one I uploaded (under Simon Templar) and you'll see what I am talking about.
The IS is also a great feature. No need to walk with a monopod anymore.
Gotta love it !
TVfuzz February 25, 2008
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have shot with the 200L (don't own one) that people are comparing this to. The lenses are different, and suit different needs. This lens was what I purchased because I wanted a longer telephoto with IS, instead of the shorter, higher quality non-IS lens. The thing that most photography reviews often don't take into consideration when talking up one lens over another is price (I'm not picking on any reviewer on this, I'm just saying from experience reading many reviews all over). To get a theoretical 70-300mm IS USM in an L series, you would pay a TON more than the 200L. The 200L is obviously shorter and higher quality than the 70-300ISUSM. If you want to know about the quality and performance of the 70-300mm IS USM, my opinion is that its a strong build with excellent IS. I'm totally happy with mine, and have taken a few excellent shots at 300mm that turned out great. I use it in fairly harsh temperatures outdoors. For the price, you won't find a lens even close that does the same job better. If you're deciding on what lens to buy, I can't help ya. But if you're wondering about THIS lens, I say its great.
EF 70-300 IS lens is great! February 18, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Got this lens for my Rebel XTI primarily for sports. It was a hard decision between this and the 70-200 f4/L lens. It is a debate everyone has. After checking with several people who have had both lenses I decided the extra 100mm and the IS was what I needed. True the 70-200 L lens is a hair sharper but you have to really enlarge the photo to tell. This lens gets me excellent photos.
Great Lens February 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a great lens. The image quality is very good for the price and the stabilization is great. I have taken some of my best photos with this lens.
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