Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens for Canon EOS SLR Cameras |
 enlarge | Brand: Canon
List Price: $649.99
Buy New: $457.00
You Save: $192.99 (30%)
New (33) Used (2) Refurbished (1) from $450.00
Rating:  136 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 24 hours
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Features:
| • | 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4.5-5.6 maximum aperture for Canon EOS SLR cameras | | • | 3-stop Image Stabilizer for reducing camera shake; ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) | | • | Electro-magnetic diaphragm (EMD) helps create attractive background at large apertures | | • | Super Spectra lens coating and lens element shaping suppresses flare and ghosting | | • | Measures 3 inches in diameter and 5.6 inches long; weighs 22.2 ounces; 1-year warranty |
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Product Description
EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM telephoto zoom lens * Image Stabilization allows in-focus shots with longer exposure times (up to three stops slower shutter speed) * Micro Ultrasonic Motor for fast autofocus * compatible with all Canon EOS SLR cameras * minimum focus distance: 4.9 feet * lens is 5-13/16" long, 3" in diameter *
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Customer Reviews: Read 131 more reviews...
 The price is right December 31, 2008
R. Ho (USA)
Updated 1-2-09
Do perform the AF Microadjustment, it does make a difference even if you cannot get it spot on.
A very good lens for those on a tight budget. For this price you cannot go wrong. Do not take the free Tiffen filter, use the credit for a Hoya coated filter.
 Great Lens November 23, 2008
Charice Kemp (West Memphis, AR)
This is the best lens you get for the money. I can't believe how great and easy it is to use. I used it to take pictures of my son playing soccer and I could zoom him right up and get close up's that I could not have gotten with a regular lens. Love this lens..................
C. Kemp
Canon 70-300mm lens November 22, 2008
Frances J. Garraway (Texas)
0 out of 8 found this review helpful
I received the Canon 70-300mm lens quickly from Amazon.com. Their service was great. I haven't had the chance to use the lens much yet, but know I will love it.
 Dissapointed November 21, 2008
James Starritt (Kansas City, MO)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I am a Canon fanatic and own many lenses and this lens is the one that does not give me that happy glowing feeling. I bought it primarily so when I went to sporting evens I could get closer into the action - I tend to buy seats close rather than sitting at the back of the stands and I am frustrated after a year of ownership.
At 300mm the lens is blurry, it seems to produce inconsistent color when I use bursts (1-2 pictures out of ten come up dark.....?) and it can be slow to focus. I thought I would be able to use this for nature photography however without the predictability of baseball I am not sure I'd be able to snap a birds that might land quickly and dart away again.
Its just not up to the quality of my other Canon lenses. I also think it is shameful that it does not come with a hood considering the price - you can tack on another $40 for that. When all is said and done you may find something similar from Sigma or one of the other producers that is cheaper and of similar quality. I personally wish I had gone that route for once.
It is not bad ... its just not great. I'm looking for a replacement.
Canon comes through again with another great product! October 30, 2008
Keila (NY, US)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Great and powerful lens! I used it with the xsi and will with the 50d. The pics so far are ourstanding. I do think it's a little pricey but the IS system is worth it.
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