which one
Feb 18, 2019 11:25:57 #
Gene51 wrote:
The biggest advantage of the L over the other is build quality. If you are not going to beat it up, the 70-300 f4-5.6 IS II is optically comparable to the L.
https://www.opticallimits.com/canon_eos_ff/1041-canon70300f456is2
https://www.opticallimits.com/canon_eos_ff/570-canon70300f456islff
https://www.opticallimits.com/canon_eos_ff/1041-canon70300f456is2
https://www.opticallimits.com/canon_eos_ff/570-canon70300f456islff
Agreed, build quality is much better and there is some better IQ as well.
Feb 18, 2019 12:36:45 #
ronf78155
Loc: Seguin Texas
If you can afford it.....always go with the L series lens.
There's a reason that it's what professional's use......and that's because they have the best glass
There's a reason that it's what professional's use......and that's because they have the best glass
Feb 18, 2019 13:22:28 #
jerryc41 wrote:
After years of buying stuff, I've discovered that paying the highest amount possible does not make a great difference in my life. I could shoot a hundred pictures with good gear and a hundred pictures with great gear, and the differences between them would be negligible. In your situation, I would spend $500 and enjoy taking great pictures.
Happy 21st!
Happy 21st!
(But it’s probably 39).
Feb 18, 2019 14:40:03 #
Also consider the build quality. The "L" lens is weather resistant much more than the other lens. Does this warrant an additional $500? That is for you to say.
Feb 18, 2019 19:13:45 #
rook2c4 wrote:
If you are certain the more expensive lens will have a positive psychological effect on you and somehow help to encourage you to shoot better pictures, then go with that. Otherwise, the cheaper lens will do just fine. In most situations, the performance difference between the two lenses will be marginal.
Agreed, If one doesn't need the "speed" of a faster and much more expensive lens, there would be little advantage for most of us.
Feb 18, 2019 19:14:23 #
I've heard that the L models are better lenses. Though not a professional, one does want the best equipment they can afford. Since your statement regarding the higher price would lead one to believe that the price is not an obstacle, go for the better of the two.
I've purchased professional quality equipment all along. I've never regretted any purchase I've made.
--Bob
I've purchased professional quality equipment all along. I've never regretted any purchase I've made.
--Bob
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Feb 18, 2019 20:19:10 #
ronf78155
Loc: Seguin Texas
You'll never regret getting the best L series lens but you may regret not getting it
Feb 18, 2019 20:20:22 #
ronf78155 wrote:
You'll never regret getting the best L series lens but you may regret not getting it
AND YOU MAY ALSO REGRET THE DEBIT ON YOUR BANK STATEMENT.
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