EF 75-300 IS USM

[rklepper]

I am thinking of purchasing this lens. Does anyone have first had (not read it in a review) experience with this lens?

I just need a little more reach that my 28-135 IS USM gives me.

Thanks

Doc

[Jon Foster]

There are several good threads in this forum about the 75-300 IS lens. Do a quick search and you'll find lots of good info...

Jon.

[MrChad]

I have the lens, and I personally really like my copy. But I think I'm the only one.

The AF speed is a tad slower but the IS is the same as your current lens, for $400 I don't think you can find a better 300mm reach tele. I've done many crisp pictures with my copy, a mono-pod and the IS can do wonders for crisp shots, at least for me. My copy even works on my sunpak cheap tripod from time to time. I need IS on the 300mm side.

I've had great shots at races too with the IS off too.

[rklepper]

Yes, the problem is that most people who post have never owned or used the lens, only having read some else’s review. That is what I get when I try a search. Not sure how one can post a review of anything based on some else’s review. Thanks

Doc

[rklepper]

MrChad,

I appreciate the info. I am seriously considering this one and the 100-300. I tried a Sigma lens, but there were some comunication issues with the 350D.

Thanks

Doc

[ayotnoms]

Before you buy, read the reviews here:
http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/showproduct.php?product=16&sort=7&cat=27&page=2

I had one myself and found the reviews describing it as a solid, middle-of-the-road lens were accurate.

...lots of better glass out there if you don't have to have IS.