Sample Images : Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens
Close-Up, Birds in Flight And Fashion Photography Sample Images
The popular 70-300mm focal length lenses are for many photographers a very versatile range for relatively close wildlife and other nature / general opportunities.
Although I use my 400mm lens extensively for birds in flight I often use the 70-300mm focal range for flowers, insects and on occasion, birds in flight.
The non-L version of this lens (the newer EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens) of which I have briefly tested is also a very sharp, and cost-effective lens with fast Autofocus for moving subjects.
Years ago I had the older EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens - at the time it was OK, but image quality and Autofocus speed not as good as the newer version II lens.
I use the 70-300mm focal length mostly on my trusted EOS 70D / EOS 6D with and without the Canon Extension Tube EF25 II - to enable a closer minimum focus distance for close-up subjects.
Herewith a few images and website links to some professional / consumer reviews of said lens (note all these are with the L version)
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens Key Specification / Feature
"The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM is a versatile telephoto zoom lens, part of Canon’s prestigious L-series.
"The Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM is a versatile telephoto zoom lens, part of Canon’s prestigious L-series.
Here are some key features:
This lens is known for its excellent image quality and robust construction, making it a great choice for both professional and enthusiast photographers 123. (Source: Microsoft Copilot)
Lens review links>>
- Focal Length: 70-300mm, making it ideal for wildlife, sports, and portrait photography.
- Image Stabilization: 4-stop optical Image Stabilizer to reduce blur from camera shake.
- Build Quality: Rugged and weather-sealed, designed to withstand harsh conditions.
- Optics: Two ultra-low dispersion (UD) elements to minimize chromatic aberration and enhance sharpness.
- Aperture: 8-blade circular aperture for beautiful background blur (bokeh).
- Autofocus: Fast and quiet, thanks to the ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM).
This lens is known for its excellent image quality and robust construction, making it a great choice for both professional and enthusiast photographers 123. (Source: Microsoft Copilot)
Lens review links>>
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| Close-Up Flower: Canon EOS 6D / Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens (Canon Extension Tube EF25 II) |
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| Close-Up Flower: Canon EOS 6D / Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens (Canon Extension Tube EF25 II) |
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| Close-Up Flower: Canon EOS 6D / Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens (Canon Extension Tube EF25 II) |
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| Sandwich Tern in Flight: Canon EOS 70D / Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens |
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Little Egret in Flight: Canon EOS 70D / Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens   |