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Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens or other options?

Started Dec 27, 2017 | Discussions thread
OP Sandyld7 Forum Member • Posts: 55
Re: Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens or other options?

casey1823 wrote:

I find it's a easy decision for me. The 100-400 II is a really nice lens. I use it on a 7D II for wildlife and grandkids outdoor sports. It also makes a nice macro lens. Works well with the 1.4 ext.

Actually, wildlife and grand kids outdoor sports are what I am looking to do with this lens. I am being paid for the youth sports, so that helps justify the purchase. I am also very enticed by using it as  macro lens, as I don't have a good one and really like macro shots. Have you played around with this lens for macro shots much?

I am thinking of adding the 1.4 extender to go with this lens.

For the price, its a good buy. Unless you a serous photographer or just have a lot of disposable cash I think it's the best choice for someone looking for a quality lens in the 400 mm range.

Well, I am a serious photographer, but don't have a lot of disposable cash. I teach high school as a day job, ha ha. I do have some income from the photography, but not enough to justify one of the f/2.8 telephotos at 5k-10k.

My only regret is I'd really like a 500 II....for wildlife. Just can't justify the price.

Me, too.

Thanks so much for your input!

Go for it..

Casey

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