Product Description

f/4-5.6 III EF telephoto lens with 35mm equivalent of 75-300mm * compatible with all Canon EOS SLR cameras * minimum focus distance: 4.9 ft. * constructed of 13 elements in 9 groups * lens is 5-3/8" long, 2-13/16" in diameter *

Product Details

• Brand: Canon
• Model: 6473A003
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 4.00" w x 7.00" l, 2.00 pounds

Features

• 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens with f/4-5.6 maximum aperture for Canon SLR cameras
• Improved mechanism makes zooming smoother; front part of zoom ring sports silver ring
• Measures 2.8 inches in diameter and 4.8 inches long; weighs 16.8 ounces; 1-year warranty
• 4.9-foot closest focusing distance; 32- to 8-degree diagonal angle of view

Amazon.com Product Description
Capture the far-off action of fast-paced sports or zoom in for an intimate portrait with the Canon EF 75-300mm telephoto zoom lens. This high-performance 4x zoom lens is distinguished by such features as a newly developed micro ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that makes autofocusing quicker and quieter, along with an improved mechanism to make zooming smoother than ever. Plus, the front part of the zoom ring now sports a silver ring, giving the lens a luxurious touch. As with all Canon lens, this 75-300 model carries a one-year warranty.

• Focal length: 75-300mm
• Maximum aperture: 1:4-5.6
• Lens construction: 13 elements in 9 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 32 (at 11 feet) to 8 degrees (at 15 feet)
• Focus adjustment: Front group rotating extension system with USM
• Closest focusing distance: 4.9 feet
• Zoom system: Rotating type
• Filter size: 58mm
• Dimensions: 2.8 inches in diameter, 4.8 inches long
• Weight: 16.8 ounces

From the Manufacturer
The most affordable of Canon's long telephoto zooms, this lens is excellent for subjects from portraits to wildlife and nature. It shares the same 13-element optical system as the 75-300mm USM lens, but uses a DC motor for autofocus. Close-focusing down to 4.9 feet (1.5m) allows filling the frame (at 300mm) with a subject the size of a dollar bill, and it's compatible with the Canon 58mm Close-up lens 500D for even more spectacular shots of small objects.

Isolate the Interesting Part
The eye tends to see the whole rather than the individual parts. It also sees what's near and not what's far. By bringing attention to those things missed by the eye, you can create many interesting pictures. It could be the grimace of an athlete, the grill of a classic car, or a girl against a blurred background. Telephoto lenses can also compress images to give dramatic effects. You are limited only by your imagination.

Customer Reviews

OK for beginners
If you can master the quirks of this lens, when you move to a better one you will be MUCH better. It keeps you on your toes, if you don't have much light you will need a tripod and adjust your ISO. Its the first telephoto lens I (as well as many others) get with their camera. Is it terrible? No. Just know the limitations.

I try to keep it under 200mm, above that well it works alright but you can just crop what you need in an editing program and it will be much sharper.

I would probably say those of you who would know the limits of this lens would probably not buy it anyway. Its fine for the money, but really for outdoor use ONLY and sunny days as well. I've had it for almost a year and I am ready to upgrade, but I do feel by having a lens like this to start does get you to think about what you are doing with it.

Great Lens
Works well with my Canon Rebel EOS 35mm. It even fits on the Canon digital SLRs.

Canon Zoom Lense
The Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras does pretty much everything I wanted it to do with the exception of taking action shots. It's a little slow for shots with a lot of movement. However, I recently took a head shot of my Drum Horse "Oreo" at the state fair from about 30 yards away and I was in awe of the result. I have since blown up and framed the shot and now have it hanging in my office. The pros for this lense far outweigh the cons.