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Canon EF 100-300mm f/5.6 L

Mark Schretlen

This is an early model L lens with excellent optical performance at all aperatures.

These are the same images that are presented in my main galleries but here they are sorted into separate galleries according to lens. This may assist those that are shopping for a particular lens and wish to view some sample images taken with the lens on a 1.6 crop factor (Canon D60), a 1.3 crop factor (Canon 1D), and full frame (Canon 1DsII). _4.35_

The Morning Sun
The Morning Sun		 Happy Trails
Happy Trails		 Hanging On
Hanging On		 Sam Kelts
Sam Kelts
Family Portrait (large file)
Family Portrait (large file)		 Amorous Cow
Amorous Cow		 Winter in the Canola Field
Winter in the Canola Field		 Painted Lady #2
Painted Lady #2

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Mark Schretlen18-Nov-2003 20:53
Jason,

This lens uses an "arc form drive" and is noisier and somewhat slower than an "ultra sonic motor". I tend to use my 135/2.0L with the Canon 1.4x TC for sports rather than this lens. I think the widest aperature (f/5.6) is more of a limitation for sports rather than focus speed. For distant subjects that are moving rapidly, choose the longest fastest (widest aperature) prime lens that you can afford or consider renting one for special events. Think of the 100-300/5.6L as an inexpensive good-quality light-weight recreational lens rather than a sports lens.

--- Mark ---
Jason 18-Nov-2003 16:58
Hi Mark,

I am interesting in this lens, but have a question regarding the its capability on shot sports @ 300mm, would its AF keep up with fast moving objects like running, skating etc, might not need for car racing though.

Thanks,

Jason
Mark Schretlen22-Oct-2003 17:55
Hi Daniella,

Thanks for visiting my galleries. I've added "Minke Whale" which was taken at 300mm. I don't normally work at the long end of this lens - it's performance is still good at 300mm, I just seem to take more pictures in the short-to-middle range of this lens and only go out to 300mm in special circumstances.
Daniella T.21-Oct-2003 06:30
How about showing some at 300mm???
clayge 18-Oct-2003 06:34
i especially like the "canoe on the lake" and "across the bay" shots, very good contrast
but very natural.

i aslo have this lens, but i don't have a camera to test it yet. great color and contrast
were the main reasons that i made the purchase. i also find the lens pretty light weight
to carry.
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