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> Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2001 15:03:35 EDT
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: EOS Telephoto Lens Choice
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>
> I am really tempted to buy 100 - 400L but before I do so I
> wondered if there
> might be a better choice given the uses I will be putting it
> to. The FD 300
> 4.0L images really sparkle.
>
> So my question is: Best choice or is there a better (but not
> much more
> expensive) way?
>
> All opinions gratefully received. Many thanks in advance.
>
> Robin J.
I have the 100-400L and this is an excellent lens. I have used it
mainly for sports so far. It gives AF with the 1.4tc. I previously
purchased the 75-300 IS, thinking that I would use the two lenses,
with the shorter lens being lighter and thus more transportable.
However whilst the shorter lens is a good lens, I am going to sell
it as I never use it now. The extra weight of the longer lens is
compensated by being a much better lens. As to other lenses, I don't
have any to compare, but the 200/2.8 is supposed to be a good lens.
When combined with a 1.4 tc, you get a 280/4, at less than the cost
of the 100-400. The 70-200/2.8 is similair price to the 100-400, and
is supposed to be superb optically.
If the 100-400 suits you focal lenght wise, you will not be
dissapointed, certainly within that price range.
Steven Kefford
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