New Lens
Apr 1, 2012 18:14:10 #
Debby910
Loc: Floida
I ordered the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM from
B & H on Friday.
I had the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM in my cart for a few days and when I finally made the decision to order, it was OUT OF STOCK! So I ordered the non L. Now I am having second thoughts, thinking I should have waited for the L or ordered from somewhere else.
I am a newbie so I reasoned that the non L would be fine. But I want quality....See??? I still can't decide...
Anyone have this non L lens and who can provide feedback on it's performance? Thanks
B & H on Friday.
I had the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM in my cart for a few days and when I finally made the decision to order, it was OUT OF STOCK! So I ordered the non L. Now I am having second thoughts, thinking I should have waited for the L or ordered from somewhere else.
I am a newbie so I reasoned that the non L would be fine. But I want quality....See??? I still can't decide...
Anyone have this non L lens and who can provide feedback on it's performance? Thanks
Apr 1, 2012 19:23:14 #
There is really no comparison between the two lens. The "L" Series lens is far superior in quality all around.
The EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is an okay lens for $500.00. Go for the "L" Series lens and you won't regret it!
The EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is an okay lens for $500.00. Go for the "L" Series lens and you won't regret it!
Apr 1, 2012 20:49:03 #
i started out with the non L lens and was very happy with it.
When i gave my son the 40D he needed a lense to be able to use it.
So I ordered the 70-300 L for myself and gave him the other one.
As i see it - it was a win,win situation.
You will not be sorry with either way you chose to go.
When i gave my son the 40D he needed a lense to be able to use it.
So I ordered the 70-300 L for myself and gave him the other one.
As i see it - it was a win,win situation.
You will not be sorry with either way you chose to go.
Apr 2, 2012 05:52:42 #
I have the lens in question in addition some L lenses. I read a review of the lens by Ken Rockwell praising its` merits . Check it out .
Apr 2, 2012 08:28:37 #
Debby910 wrote:
I ordered the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM fro... (show quote)
It is in stock at Amazon, if you still want one. Only 1(one) left.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-70-300mm-USM-Telephoto-Cameras/dp/B0040X4PQI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1333369551&sr=8-2
Apr 2, 2012 08:38:38 #
I have the non-L version (because of price), and although I am sure there is a large quality difference, I use this lens a lot and have taken some very nice photos with it. I wish I could afford Canon's price for their L lenses, but I have to work within my budget. I have been very satisfied with the non-L version that I have. I also have an "entry level" camera body, but again, I work with what I have. The best equipment will only take the photo that the photographer takes.
Apr 2, 2012 12:30:30 #
Have been using a 75-300mm version for 6 years now and have been very happy. Have borrowed the 100-400mm L series and for my photos can see little difference. Use a Canon T2i which is a little slow but does the job. Think you will like the new 70-300mm.
Yesterdays Hawk
Red-Breasted Merganser
Apr 2, 2012 12:46:10 #
Of course if I had the money I would buy the new L series lens and match it with my desired 5DmkIII, if only I had $5,000 hanging around.
Apr 2, 2012 12:58:48 #
So often the difference between non-pro lenses and pro/prosummer lenses is the build quality. If you are a casual shooter, save your money for yet another desired lens like a macro or ultra wide-angle and you will be happy with the results you get from the lens you ordered. If you use the equipment a lot and bang it around on hikes, rafting trips etc. get the pro series L lens.
Apr 2, 2012 13:58:48 #
had the 70-300 non L lens for a few days before I returned it to B&H. I waited for the L lens and I'm glad I did. What a great difference. You'll get much crisper images from the L lens ... no question about it. My best, J. Goffe
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