Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS USM Telephoto Lens for Canon SLR Cameras

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Product Description

Specifications Type: Super-telephoto Construction: 15 elements in 11 groups (UD glass in G2, G5) View of Angle: 8 degrees 15' Aperture Range: f/4-f/32 Closest Focusing Distance: 4.9 ft. (1.5 m) Shooting Distance Range: 4.9/11.5 ft. (1.5 m/3.5 m) to infinity Filter Size: 77mm Function: AF, AE operation, Auto Aperture, Full Aperture Metering, Manual Focus also possible IS Max Correctable Angle: +/-0.5 degrees (at infinity) IS Function: Stabilizer Mode 1 (bidirectional image stabilization); Stabilizer Mode 2 (unidirectional image stabilization) AF System: Rear-group focusing, with Ultrasonic Motor (USM) Diaphragm: Pulse control system using Electromagnetic Diaphragm (EMD) Coating: Super Spectra Dimensions: 3.5 diameter x 8.7 length (90mm x 221mm) Weight: 42.3 oz (1.2 kg) Lens Hood: Built-in (Locks when pulled out) Compact L-series telephoto lens with an Image Stabilizer which compensates for camera shake with the equivalent effect of a shutter speed two stops faster. Two Image Stabilizer modes are provided: Stabilizer Mode 1 (the same mode featured on the EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM) and the new Stabilizer Mode 2 which steadies the image during horizontal or vertical panning. Mode 2 detects the panning direction automatically. The closest focusing distance is 4.9 feet (1.5 m).
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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 6.1 x 6.1 inches ; 2 pounds


• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)


• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.


• ASIN: B00009R6WW


• Item model number: 300 mm / F 4,0 L IS USM
  

Price : $1,359.00
You Save : $941.00 (41%)

Customer Reviews

I got this lens for shooting architecture from a distance--an unsual application. I've also found myself using it to shoot kids soccer games. It's super sharp and very fast focusing. I haven't done formal tests at all apertures, but images appear vivid and contrasty at a range of settings. Online reviews rank this lens very highly and my own experience supports those findings.
The Image Stabilization seems to work very well, although be sure to turn it off if you're using a tripod--I've found that it can reduce image quality if you forget to turn it off in that application.
For shots where you'll be standing around a lot with the lens to your eye, ready for a shot, it gets kind of heavy to carry. If you're shooting sports, you might want to consider a monopod. For other applications, its weight is low enough not to be too big of a problem.
It comes with a canvas-like case that includes a loop you can use to attach it to your belt. I've found this works pretty well out in the field, particularly when combined with a photo-vest. The case also can be carried with a neck strap, but this gets in the way of your camera strap and is also thin, so it kind of cuts into your shoulder.
As I write this, the Amazon site has a link for 58mm filters for this lens. It takes 77mm filters.

This is my favorite lens. I could not carry the heavier long range teles, and it was a hard decision for me. In the end, I chose this because it was lighter than the zooms.
Having previouly used the 75-300 IS zoom, I was leary of getting another 300mm prime, because I may miss the 70-300 range of shooting. But the clarity and colors are so true for this 300 prime, I don't look back.
Easy to handle, not so bulky. Fast, impressive photos. Even when I add a 1.4 teleconverter shooting in the 500mm range on my 20D. I use the f4 alot, no problem, great clarity. Awesome lens for the price.