Canon 100-400 4.5L IS
Dec 9, 2013 09:16:52 #
I am thinking about selling my 70-200 4L IS to get more "reach" (I need to make a choice of keeping the 70-200 which I really like and often use with a 1.4 extender). I am pondering two options: the Canon 100-400 or a Sigma or Tamron product in the 400 to 500mm range---I have heard the 100-400 is only good for wildlife and sports but I like landscape photography even more. My other lenses are Canon 16-35, 24-105, and 100 IS macro so I think portraits and some landscape photography is covered. I use a Canon 60d body. Would you go with the Canon 400mm (there is also a fairly new 70-300mm 4.5 L IS Canon lens at about $1300-$1500)? Would you go with Sigma or Tamron--heard they aren't well built and as sharp?
Dec 9, 2013 09:28:28 #
Have you checked the Canon 2x III teleconverter?
Another option....
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/732111-USA/Canon_4410B002_Extender_EF_2X_III.html
Pat
Another option....
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/732111-USA/Canon_4410B002_Extender_EF_2X_III.html
Pat
Dec 9, 2013 09:28:39 #
As a Canon shooter, the 100-400 is your best solution. It is not a perfect lens, but still ahead of all other options in all aspects .....If I were you, I would consider selling the macro, keeping the 70-200 and turning it into your close up lens - with a 1.4X behind it and/or a Canon 500D on the front. BTW, you do have a tripod collar for the 70-200 don't you ?
Dec 9, 2013 09:35:34 #
I am a long-time user of the Canon 100-400 and it is probably my most used lens. It is very flexible in range, sharp and has a near focus point of about 6 feet making it a great lens for butterflies. I have used it with extension tubes when I needed to get even closer. In a pinch I have used it for landscape as well, at the 100 end, of course. Sometimes when 100 isn't wide enough, I just take 2-3 shots and stitch them together in Photoshop afterwards.
If I could own only one lens, this would be it.
If I could own only one lens, this would be it.
Dec 9, 2013 09:40:41 #
If all you want is more reach consider the Sigma (Bigsig) 150-500. Most users, me included, are pleased with this $1,000 lens. While I would love to own the 400 f2.8, I am not wealthy. Is the 150-500 an L lens, no. But it is a fine lens.
Unlike Imagemeister I would not suggest you give up the only prime lens you have. It has many uses and is one of the best Canon makes.
Unlike Imagemeister I would not suggest you give up the only prime lens you have. It has many uses and is one of the best Canon makes.
Dec 9, 2013 09:41:36 #
I just love that macro--and i do have a tripod collar for the 70-200 and I am torn about getting rid of the 70-200--I might consider the option you mentioned since the 70-200 is so versatile and I do have a 50mm 1.4 canon lens too.
Dec 9, 2013 09:45:53 #
I am definitely considering a lens other than Canon-- because used Canons sell for more than a new Tamron or Sigma lenses
Dec 9, 2013 10:06:03 #
Les White wrote:
I just love that macro--and i do have a tripod collar for the 70-200 and I am torn about getting rid of the 70-200--I might consider the option you mentioned since the 70-200 is so versatile and I do have a 50mm 1.4 canon lens too.
The 100 macro is a great lens - but will not accept a TC and retain AF. I have a 90 macro but seldom use it - the 70-200 L is so much MORE versatile - especially for butterflys/dragonflys and other live avians! You will be amazed at the IQ with a 2 element close up like the 500D.
Dec 9, 2013 10:16:46 #
I will explore the world of closeups with the 7-200--frankly I have never done so--I have always opted for the macro
Dec 9, 2013 10:56:17 #
Canon 70-200 F4L W1.4X Tamron and Canon 500D close up, hand held @ 135mm
Dec 9, 2013 11:10:40 #
I would think twice before selling your 70-200 L lens.
It's one of the best out there for this range.
It's one of the best out there for this range.
Dec 9, 2013 11:11:54 #
Careful when you go with a 2X. With this you lose electronic connection with the lens. Must do everything via manual.
Dec 9, 2013 11:33:00 #
Beautiful shot ImageMeister! I just purchased a Canon lens of that size and didn't even know about taking close-ups with it! DUH! I love this site :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :mrgreen:
Dec 10, 2013 08:30:04 #
Les White wrote:
I am thinking about selling my 70-200 4L IS to get... (show quote)
Imagemaster's advice to sell your macro would amount to selling your by far your best lens .
Dec 10, 2013 08:42:25 #
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