Canon Lens EF 70–300 f/4–5.6L IS USM

Canon EF 70–300 f/4–5.6L IS USM zoom is an image-stabilized 'L'-series zoom designed to deliver sharp imagery over a broad zoom range in a carry-on, baggage-friendly package.



The Canon EF 70–300mm f/4–5.6L IS USM lens is expected to be available toward the end of October, 2010, for an approximate retail price of $1,500. Featuring 2 Ultra-Low Dispersion (UD) glass elements to keep chromatic aberration under control, and an internal floating focusing mechanism to maintain uniform sharpness and image quality throughout the zoom range.

Canon's EF 70–300 f/4–5.6L IS USM is a good choice for Canon shooters who need sharp imagery with maximum optical flexibility in a space-saving package. The EF 70–300 f/4–5.6L IS USM focuses down to 3.9 feet (1.2m) and accepts 67mm screw-in filters. Weighing a relatively light 2.31 lb (1050g) it might be a mite hefty to to carry around in your pocket, but with a compact length of only 5.6" (143mm) there's little excuse for not packing it into the smallest of camera bags.

Conclusion
I came into this review worried I wouldn’t be able to make enough good images with it since I had the 70-200 f/2.8L IS II with me. Thankfully I was wrong!

For the purpose of outdoor everyday photography, including a safari, this is a fabulous lens. With the current landscape of lens pricing, I don’t think it’s overpriced. It’ll start dropping in price over the next few months. It’ll also be a lens that’ll show up in rebate programs.

This probably isn’t a lens for weddings, portraits, lowlight or indoor sports (unless it’s well lit or strobed) unless you have no other option. It will be a great lens for outdoor work, safaris, outdoor sports, zoos, kids and general travel shooting.

Canon Lens EF 70–300 f/4–5.6L IS USM | Lens

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