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

Manufacturer : Canon
In Stock : 39

List Price:	$320.00
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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

Product Description

Compact and lightweight 4x telephoto zoom lens ideal for shooting sports, portraits, and wildlife. The newly developed Micro USM makes autofocusing quicker and quieter. The improved zoom mechanism also makes zooming smoother. The front part of the zoom ring now sports a silver ring for a luxury touch.

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

Average Rating of 4.00 out of 118 reviews

Rating :
Useful Zoom Lens for Most outdoors events - An Empty-Nester, May 05, 2008

I find this to be an overall useful lens to have in my SLR Bag when I am out and about -- going to local events, and even for trial runs at photographing specific projects. Although not fast on the AF mode (it is far better to focus manually when you are photographing Wildlife -- especially Birds) ... it does respond well enough when you are awaiting that 'perfect' moment (you have the patience to wait for -- like with landscapes). This is one lens that I keep in the bag all the time. Eventually ... I'll upgrade to the IS version, but for now .. a good economical alternative to use in the meantime.

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For the price, very functional - Tim, Apr 26, 2008

I borrowed this lens off a friend of mine and have used a couple of times. It is certainly not an amazing lens. But it's only $200 and considering that it's very respectable considering what it can do. I used it to shoot a protest a few weeks back and got some very high quality shots with fair consistency. Things went downhill as the sun began to set, though. It's a slow lens and needs near-ideal light conditions to use it without a flash.

The USM is not lightning fast, but it's actually not bad and it's very quiet. I shot a soccer tournament with this lens the other day and got plenty of keepers and most of the shots that weren't had more to do with me than the lens. I'll post some shots from the tournament to show you what I mean. Contrast and what not could be better, but if you have photo editing software like Lightroom or Photoshop (and you should) you can handle that from your computer. All the pictures I've uploaded have been edited.

The build of the lens is very unimpressive. It's fairly flimsy, but it is metal on the upside. There's a bit of wobble to it, which is undesirable. For someone starting out and just looking to take pictures outside, this is a perfectly decent lens to start out on and learn with.

Personally, I'm saving up to buy a telephoto in a very different price range, around a $1000. If you can afford to spend $600, get the 70-200mm f4L, but at triple the price that's probably beyond the budget of anyone considering this lens.

Rating :
A touch on the heavy side - Onion in Bermuda, Apr 12, 2008

A good lens bearing in mind the price. The real downside is it's weight. If you don't frame that shot reasonably quickly, you will end up with numerous shots of your shoes....as I did!
Use a tripod.

Rating :
I like it a lot - Gordon R. Spofford, Mar 24, 2008

In the short time I've owned the lens I've been very pleased with the performance of the lens. It's not perfect but very good for my needs.I take a lot of pictures of birds this lens allows me to shoot from a range where I don't scare the birds.

Rating :
Good Intro Zoom Lens - Pedro DV, Feb 17, 2008

I would have preferred a higher end lens but for the price is can't be beat. For shooting outdoors and in bright light this lens is very good. I would like a little better low light performance but for that I would need a lens that cost more than double this one. I shoot my nephews playing flag football and the shots I got from the side lines were great. Unfortunately at night they were not so great. Guess I will have to save my dollars for those more expensive lens. If you have the money for a Canon L lens get it. If not, this will do in a pinch.

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