Canon
Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 88.6 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 56.6 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 65.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 70.8 |
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📖 Overview
The Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is a versatile telephoto zoom lens with 419 SampleShots photos, offering good reach and image stabilization. It's well-suited for travel, wildlife, and casual sports photography. It's a budget-friendly option, but image quality and sharpness aren't as impressive as more expensive lenses.
📸 Browse 710 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 70-300mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/4-5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/32-45 |
| Lens Type | Zoom |
| Mount | Canon EF |
| AF Motor | Micro USM |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 150.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x |
| Elements / Groups | 15 elements in 10 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 8 |
| Filter Diameter | 58mm |
| Weight | 630g |
| Dimensions | 76.5 x 142.8mm |
| Release Year | 2005 |
| MSRP | $699 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Canon EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM, sourced from SampleShots.
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