Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM
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Lens mount | Canon EF mount | |
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Suitable for camera type | APS-C, Full frame | |
Zoom or prime lens | Zoom lens | |
Fixed focal point | ||
Lens type | Telephoto lens | |
Image stabilization | ||
Weight | 1,05 kg |
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The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM is a telephoto lens by Canon for professionals. With an L-lens, you know that you can expect quite a few nice features. A good example of this is the glassware inside the body. Besides the necessary UD elements and the Super Spectra coatings, there is a floating lens group as well. This lens group moves independently from other groups when focusing. As a result, the focus of the lens performs at a superior level, both near and far. The advanced optical Image Stabilizer (IS) provides you with a four-stop IS advantage. This allows you to easily use slower shutter speeds when taking pictures out of hand.
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Hi,
I have been a satisfied user of the newest member of the canon L-series for several weeks; the CANON EF 70-300MM F/4-5.6L IS USM.
Prior to this lens I had the CANON EF-S 55-250MM F/4-5.6 IS & then the CANON EF 70-300MM F/4.5-5.6 DO IS. So these are the lenses I can compare to.
The most obvious difference is the build quality, this lens is very sturdy, splash-proof and provided with a grey-white protective layer.
It beats the other lenses with this range on all levels, the sharpness is present throughout the range and starts already when the aperture is fully open. At 70-103mm: f4, 104-154mm: f4.5 , 155-228mm: f5.0, 229-300mm: f5.6. Attached is a photo with open aperture, fully zoomed in. (300m, f5.6, 1/500th)
The zoom ring is very easy to handle, and it sits at the front. At the back you will find the focus ring. This is the only minor downside, or something you will have to get used to. When using the zoom ring, be careful not to put your hand against the focus ring. The space between these two rings is not too big.
I myself walk around with this lens all day without any problems, it weighs just over 1 kilo. I mainly use them for motorsport and wildlife photography. The optical stabilization helps me a lot with this. This lens has the best Image Stabilization I've ever felt.
Although it is not a cheap lens, I would still recommend it as an ideal travel lens, sports and nature.
Gert De Preter
13 June 2011
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As a hobby photographer I was looking for a better zoom lens for my Canon EOS 500D. I chose this EF 70-300L for various reasons.
I like to take the lens with me when I travel. Weight and size are very acceptable. When mounted on the 500D, the lens doesn't look bulky and still fits easily into a smaller backpack.
The camera with lens also hangs comfortably around the neck when cycling and on foot. It should be noted that I have an ergonomic neckstrap. I'm afraid the standard Canon neckstrap will "cut" your neck a bit more after using it for a longer period of time.
Since then I have taken many different photos. Mainly on the beach and the Wadden Sea. With a Circular-Polarising filter in front of the lens, beautifully sharp photos are made. Colors on the sea and beach are great to photograph. Close-ups of ships are also razor sharp.
But also pictures of plants and birds are clear and the colors are very beautiful.
The lens works silently and automatic focusing is fast. The resistance of the zoom mechanism is pleasant and is not too heavy or too light for me. The Lock mechanism is handy when you're not using the lens. This will extend the life of the lens by preventing unnecessary sliding.
The lens therefore shoots very nicely from the hand. The lens can also be used well from a tripod, despite the fact that the well-known Canon tripod holder is not included. I just put my EOS 500D on the tripod. If you tighten everything properly, all the weight on one side is no problem. I often left the Image Stabilizer on on the tripod. I got better results from it. Apparently a small vibration because all the weight is on the same side.
Daytime light sensitivity is excellent. In low light conditions it is better to use the manual focus. This also made beautiful sunsets and night photos on a tripod.
All in all, a very fine lens.
Wietse Stoops
9 June 2011
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Been looking for a lens for our holiday to South Africa for a while, but in the end decided to go for quality immediately and buy this L-lens from Canon. Haven't complained about it yet. Super-fast AF, extremely sharp images and a build quality that you really only get with L-lenses.
And, as always, great service from Coolblue. Ordered in the evening around 9 p.m., delivered the next day at home. Nobody does better!
Hans von der Crone
22 January 2013
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Product number | 109824 | |
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Manufacturer code | 4426B005 | |
Brand | Canon | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Lens type | Telephoto lens |
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Lens mount | Canon EF mount | |
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Suitable for camera type | APS-C, Full frame | |
Compatible with lens filter | ||
Filter size | 67 mm | |
Lens series | Canon EF |
Zoom or prime lens | Zoom lens | |
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Maximum magnification factor | 0,26 | |
Number of aperture shutters | 8 | |
Fixed aperture | ||
Number of groups | 14 | |
Number of elements | 19 | |
Type of lens elements | UD | |
Special lens elements | ||
Number of stops | 4 | |
Image stabilization | ||
Fixed focal point |
Shortest focusing distance | 105 cm | |
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Manual focus override | ||
Silent focusing motor | ||
Type of focusing motor | Ring type USM | |
Internal focus | ||
Focal distance control | ||
Autofocus |
Color | Black | |
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Weight | 1,05 kg | |
Material | Metal | |
Diameter | 8,89 cm |
Dustproof | ||
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Shockproof | ||
Water resistance | Splash proof |
