New Canon Lens Due to Arrive Today!
Feb 8, 2016 21:00:27 #
Let us know how it works out. I am looking for a Quality Telephoto zoom to replace my Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lense. I would like something with a little more reach.
That can be done several ways. I am still trying to decide Canon L series or Sigma lens.
The lens I have is good but could be a little bit sharper and I have a hard time with it focusing on a bird in flight.
That can be done several ways. I am still trying to decide Canon L series or Sigma lens.
The lens I have is good but could be a little bit sharper and I have a hard time with it focusing on a bird in flight.
Feb 9, 2016 05:52:16 #
Jim Bob wrote:
Why do people post about stuff they are buying?
Most of us photographers love getting new equipment to expand the joys of photography. I for one love hearing about someone getting a new item as I know how it feels. Every time I save enough for new equipment it is like Christmas all over again.
"A PHOTO IS FOREVER"
Tom
Feb 9, 2016 05:58:02 #
Congratulations! I just received my new lens a week ago. It's so exciting. I bet you'll be busy taking pictures.
Feb 9, 2016 05:58:41 #
PattyW60 wrote:
After 2 years of saving $ and finally deciding whi... (show quote)
Congrats. You will not be disappointed. Fantastic lens
Feb 9, 2016 06:54:50 #
You will not be disappointed, it's a brilliant lens: though I am part exchanging all my Canon stuff for Olympus tomorrow I will probably miss it. I also have the Canon 300mm f2.8L IS, which has stunning performance, but I used the 100- 400mm more due to the weight saving. I never thought I was losing anything worth mentioning in image quality as I only view my photos electronically. It's ability to focus closer than any other equivalent lens is a real bonus. I sometimes used it for insect work when I could not get close enough to use my 100mm macro.
Feb 9, 2016 07:05:14 #
I have been fortunate to own both the Sigma 120 - 400mm and the Canon 100 - 400 L IS 11 and have to say I found the Canon to be the better lens. In fact, I think it is a brilliant lens: Tony and Chelsea Northrup do a pretty good review of the Canon against the Sigma and Tamron 150 - 600mm lenses on You Tube.
Feb 9, 2016 07:13:22 #
Feb 9, 2016 07:59:17 #
W5RA
Loc: Walker, Louisiana
I have had mine for a few months now, and am very pleased with it! I think that you will be very happy with it. I also have the 1.4x III extender and it works well with it, used on both the 7DMKII and the 5DMKIII.
Feb 9, 2016 08:02:54 #
PattyW60 wrote:
After 2 years of saving $ and finally deciding whi... (show quote)
Awesome,please share some photos taken with this lens!
Feb 9, 2016 08:04:07 #
PattyW60 wrote:
I'll give you the short response, Jim Bob. Wherea... (show quote)
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Feb 9, 2016 08:07:55 #
PattyW60 wrote:
Thank you, rmorrison! I've admired some of Regis' photos of the bald eagles using that combo. It's next on my wish list! Might have enough saved by next fall. :)
And you are so close to wintering eagles in NW Illinois that you will have many great opportunities for great shots. Good Luck.
Feb 9, 2016 08:22:15 #
Marilyng wrote:
Awesome,please share some photos taken with this lens!
Here is a recent photo with EF 100-400mm, 1:4.5-5.6 L IS II,USM, at 400 mm, mounted on Canon 70 D
Feb 9, 2016 08:25:10 #
Robert R wrote:
Here is a recent photo with EF 100-400mm, 1:4.5-5.6 L IS II,USM, at 400 mm, mounted on Canon 70 D
Just beautiful!👍
Feb 9, 2016 08:27:02 #
Feb 9, 2016 09:16:27 #
tmehrkam wrote:
Let us know how it works out. I am looking for a Quality Telephoto zoom to replace my Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lense. I would like something with a little more reach.
That can be done several ways. I am still trying to decide Canon L series or Sigma lens.
The lens I have is good but could be a little bit sharper and I have a hard time with it focusing on a bird in flight.
That can be done several ways. I am still trying to decide Canon L series or Sigma lens.
The lens I have is good but could be a little bit sharper and I have a hard time with it focusing on a bird in flight.
I have both lenses, the EF 100-400L II and the Sigma 150-600 S. The Canon is excellent for hand held photography because of its weight, the Sigma may give you more reach but it is heavy and difficult at best for hand held photography.
The Sigma is very well built and has very good image quality for a $2000 lens. The Canon is, well, its an L series lens, need I say more.
There's also the Sigma's little brother, the 150-600 C which is about $1000 less than the S. It is no where's near as rugged as the S, it's primarily plastic where the S is metal, has good image quality though not as good as the S, even though C owners say it is as good as the S, it isn't, but it's close. The C is a little smaller and much lighter and an excellent lens for $1000.
Is the S worth twice as much as the C? If you go on photo safari in less than ideal environments and want a lens that will stand up to the potential abuse, the S is well worth the extra cost, and still less expensive than the Canon, although it's not a Canon L series lens.
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