Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM
Last updated (15 March’13):
- Review by Photo.net
The Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM features 300mm at focal length with maximum aperture of f/2.8. The lens construction has 17 elements in 13 groups and has diagonal angle of view at 8 degrees at 15 feet. Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM, Closest focusing distance at 2.5m/8.2 ft and has a filter size of 52mm. The Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM lens weighs 90 ounces and it measures 5 inches in diameter and 9.9 inches long.
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Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM Reviews
Photo.net reviews the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and writes;
“It is capable of producing professional-quality images when used with the EF 2x teleconverter. This autofocusing 600/5.6 combination was my standard lens for bird photography until I bought my 600/4 in August, 1994. When combined with the EF 1.4x teleconverter, the resulting 420/4 combination is fast and very sharp.”
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SLRGear reviews the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and writes;
“Performance on a full-frame 5D is equally impressive. The lens is really challenged by the full-frame sensor, with 1.5 blur units in the central region and just shy of 2 blur units in the corners at ƒ/2.8. This kind of performance is the norm through to ƒ/11, not getting any better or worse; at ƒ/11 things even out somewhat and you get a consistent 1.5 blur units across the frame. It never hits the ”tack-sharp” results we saw on the sub-frame 20D, but the results are still excellent. “
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The-digital-picture reviews the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM and writes;
“All other image quality aspects of this lens are excellent as well – color and contrast are superb. A fluorite element and two UD-glass elements are very successfully utilized to correct CA (Chromatic Aberration). Light fall-off is minor and rather even at f/2.8 on a full frame body. Distortion is negligible, flare is well controlled.”
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Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM User Reviews
Simply the BEST!! | Rating:
“The pictures as stated before are tack sharp and when you crop for that KILLER shot whooo baby. If you have any doubt, I would suggest trying to rent one first, but I tell you….. if you do rent one, you will end up buying one. It is simply that good. “ – by Movie Fan
Nice glass | Rating:
“Because it’s so heavy and bulky, it’s not the kind of lens you bring with you casually. But I’ve found myself using it for a lot more than sports. Photographing flowers, say, to get that beautiful bokeh. I got some nice photos of the moon with it during the last eclipse. “ – by Randym
Tack Sharp | Rating:
“If you have the extra money & need a great sports lens this is a really nice choice. It’s bright, focuses fast, and is sharp, sharp, sharp! It’s light enough to hand hold but I don’t recommend it if you’re going to be shooting for a long period of time. “ – by A. Western
Best Canon Lens to date | Rating:
“I prefer the 300mm f/2.8 over the 400mm f/2.8 lens based on weight & size for my specific need. The 300mm does not require a monopod, the 400mm in my opinion always requires a monopod or tripod. I use this 300mm and the 70-200mm f/2.8 L lens 90% of the time. The 400mm f/2.8 lens at ~11.8 lbs is over twice the weight of the 300mm f/2.8 at ~5.6 lbs. I much prefer to carry the 300mm and the 1.4 canon extender for those few times I need a closer shot.” – by Thomas C. Cayton
well satisfied | Rating:
“What a lens! Expensive an slightly heavier than I expected with my IDs Mk III but even with a 1.4 extender the speed of focussing necessary for bird photography and the sharpness exceeds the 70 – 200 mm 2.8 IS lens and gives you over 400 mm reach. “ – by Lionel Levine
My favorite lens | Rating:
“I shoot track & field, cross country, and nature photos with this lens, and the sharpness and the image quality are unparalleled. After 4 years I’m still amazed at what this lens does.” – by J. Roemer
Yes, it is that good. | Rating:
“It takes a 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverter incredibly well. Even with the 2x attached, the lens is still very sharp. When using the focus limiter, the autofocus with the 2x is still fast enough to capture birds in flight handheld. There’s no appreciable difference with this lens bare and with the 1.4x teleconverter. “ – by E. Martin
Outstanding Resolution | Rating:
“Sharp wide open and that is what counts (sharpens nicely with software). Fast auto focus (fastest I have seen). Solid build (switches and rings are precise without play). This is the sharpest and fastest autofocus lens in my collection. The 70-200/4 IS is a close second” – by PJ
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Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM User Manual
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Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM Specifications
The high-performance L-series EF 300mm super-telephoto lens is a terrific choice for sports photographers and other long-distance users. Sports action requires a fast shutter speed and a long focal length. This lens easily complies thanks to its large maximum aperture–which supports a faster shutter speed–and its 300mm length.
The lens also boasts a built-in, dual-mode Image Stabilizer (IS) function. This creates an equivalent shutter speed of up to four stops faster than the same size lens without an image stabilizer, letting you capture long distance hand-held shots far more assuredly. And thanks to the fluorite element and pair of UD-glass elements, the lens effectively corrects the chromatic aberrations that are prone to occur with telephoto lenses.
Other features include the world’s fastest autofocus (AF) speed with an improved Ring Ultrasonic Motor (USM) and new algorithms; a rugged, lightweight magnesium alloy lens barrel; and a detachable tripod collar that removes smoothly and locks securely. All Canon lenses carry a one-year warranty.
Specifications
* Focal length: 300mm
* Maximum aperture: f/2.8
* Lens construction: 17 elements in 13 groups
* Diagonal angle of view: 8 degrees at 15 feet
* Focus adjustment: Inner focusing system with USM
* Closest focusing distance: 8.2 feet
* Filter size: 52mm drop-in
* Dimensions: 5 inches in diameter and 9.9 inches long
* Weight: 90 ounces
* Warranty: 1 year
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