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Sigma 100-400mm vs Tamron 100-400mm vs Canon EF 100-400mm
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Feb 9, 2018 13:34:41   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
taco40 wrote:
I had been hoping to purchase a used Canon, but last Saturday was directed to Sigma by a photo shop clerk. I wanted some more opinions about Sigma and Tamron quality and it would appear from research online and here that they are probably pretty good. However, as someone said in this forum that I'd probably always be looking back and wishing I'd have gotten the Canon. A post with a link to lensrentals.com shows how they break down the insides of the Canon. It's pretty darned impressive how well built it is.

No one has mentioned using their lenses in weather and I had thought I read that the Canon was sealed well, but the Sigma and Tamron weren't so wonderful on that front. I could be remembering incorrectly.

To your point, my wife saw some Canon refurbished lenses a day or so online and is urging me to spend the extra bucks if I want to. I have some refurbished electronics and am usually satisfied. It's good to know that you have a good history with Canon's refurbs.

Thanks to all who gave their opinions and experiences on the lenses. I've enjoyed learning from you. I hope to learn more.




Raspberries to the two who trolled.
I had been hoping to purchase a used Canon, but la... (show quote)


How I resolved your question FWIW - I bought the Canon 400 prime (used $650 ebay) and the Canon 70-300 nano (used $400 ebay) and the Canon 1.4X II (used, $160 ebay) - main reason for buying these is I want to do fast action (focusing).

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Feb 10, 2018 21:27:26   #
tjjm Loc: Saint Louis, Mo.
 
davidrb wrote:
https://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2015/02/canon-100-400-is-l-mk-ii-teardown-best-built-lens-ever/ Read this before you buy one of the other lenses.


This article doesn't get into comparing optical quality of other cameras but does demonstrate that if you want a lens built for a lifetime, get the CANON.

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May 13, 2018 22:08:02   #
DrPhrogg Loc: NJ
 
chaman wrote:
Canon all the way.


Try looking at refurbished lenses on the Canon site. (Google - Canon refurbished lenses) These are lenses that have been returned by reps or stores. They are fully inspected and any repairs made, and have a full warranty. New boxed lenses are spot checked, while these are are individually inspected. I have bought cameras and lenses this way, and never had a problem. You may not find what you want all the time but patience will payoff.

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