70-300 mm for Canon 50D
Jul 27, 2013 10:09:14 #
I need a 70-300 mm for my Canon 50D. What is the best for me Canon, Sigma or other? After this I plan on a 150-500 mm.
Jul 27, 2013 10:22:31 #
pgrieves wrote:
I need a 70-300 mm for my Canon 50D. What is the best for me Canon, Sigma or other? After this I plan on a 150-500 mm.
The real question is what is the best you can afford or are willing to spend and are you a professional who demands the best quality lens or can you or are you willing to settle for less.
Once you decide that I am sure many others will share their opinions and experiances with both ( Nikon user here) and I do have the Sigma 150-500mm which I am quite pleased with even if it is a very heavy lens more suited for use on a tripod.
Jul 27, 2013 10:30:11 #
pgrieves wrote:
I need a 70-300 mm for my Canon 50D. What is the best for me Canon, Sigma or other? After this I plan on a 150-500 mm.
Check out the DxO site for lens comparisons. I think dpreview also compares lenses.
I couldn't find a comparison of 70-300mm, but I found 70-200mm, and the Tamron came out on top. you can play around with the "filters" in the right column and see what you can find.
http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/Lenses/Camera-Lens-Ratings
Jul 27, 2013 14:37:05 #
Jul 27, 2013 15:20:46 #
70-200 L glass far outshines the slow 70-300 lens.
Rather depends on the situations under which the lens will be used. If you will be in bright light situations and do not need the precious f/stops the 70-300 will do nicely.
When you need speed the 2.8 shines.
The 2.8 lens also puts a hurt on your wallet the 70-300 wont.
I guess this is along winded round-a-bout way of saying need and budget will make the choice for you
Rather depends on the situations under which the lens will be used. If you will be in bright light situations and do not need the precious f/stops the 70-300 will do nicely.
When you need speed the 2.8 shines.
The 2.8 lens also puts a hurt on your wallet the 70-300 wont.
I guess this is along winded round-a-bout way of saying need and budget will make the choice for you
Jul 27, 2013 16:36:54 #
Jul 28, 2013 06:58:53 #
gbh46
Loc: St Ives Cambridge UK
I have the Tamron 70-300 f4/f5.6 stabilized I am very pleased with it and it came out better overall in most reports than the equivalent Canon model, cheaper as well. I am not a pro just a keen amateur. Very happy with the lens and results.
pgrieves wrote:
I need a 70-300 mm for my Canon 50D. What is the best for me Canon, Sigma or other? After this I plan on a 150-500 mm.
Jul 28, 2013 07:00:34 #
gbh46 wrote:
I have the Tamron 70-300 f4/f5.6 stabilized I am very pleased with it and it came out better overall in most reports than the equivalent Canon model, cheaper as well. I am not a pro just a keen amateur. Very happy with the lens and results.
The results are more important than the color of the lens.
Jul 28, 2013 09:53:33 #
I have an Tamron 70-200 mm and it's great lens, however depends on individual preferences.
Jul 28, 2013 16:35:37 #
Two ways to go if you would like to stay with Canon 70-300.
Their non IS lens is dirt cheap (best to use tripod with this one), while their 70-300 IS is an excellent hand-held lens. Both take quality photos.
Their non IS lens is dirt cheap (best to use tripod with this one), while their 70-300 IS is an excellent hand-held lens. Both take quality photos.
Jul 28, 2013 16:54:16 #
Jul 28, 2013 17:48:21 #
pgrieves wrote:
I need a 70-300 mm for my Canon 50D. What is the best for me Canon, Sigma or other? After this I plan on a 150-500 mm.
Unless you think you need a 70-150 lens why consider getting both? If you want a superior quality lens for not a lot of cash the Tamron 70-300 vc for about $350 net after rebate you really can't go wrong. One professional reviewer (Bob Atkins) did a comprehensive review comparing it to the Canon and rated it better in overall sharpness. It is the lens I use almost every day.
Jul 28, 2013 18:58:49 #
Jul 29, 2013 09:44:49 #
RixPix wrote:
Unless you think you need a 70-150 lens why consider getting both? If you want a superior quality lens for not a lot of cash the Tamron 70-300 vc for about $350 net after rebate you really can't go wrong. One professional reviewer (Bob Atkins) did a comprehensive review comparing it to the Canon and rated it better in overall sharpness. It is the lens I use almost every day.
Learning a lot. That's just what I need at this stage as I contemplate purchasing in another couple of months. Things to all you UHHs.
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