Name: Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM AF Lens Kit, USA Bundle With 77mm Filter Kit, Flex Lens Shade, Lens Wrap (19x19), Lens Cap Leash, Cleaning Kit, PC Software Package
Brand: Canon
SKU: CA28300ISUA
Price: 2449.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.1 (637 reviews)

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM AF Lens Kit, USA Bundle With 77mm Filter Kit, Flex Lens Shade, Lens Wrap (19x19), Lens Cap Leash, Cleaning Kit, PC Software Package

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This is a great Lens. Lens I use the most. Because of the huge range, replaces 2 lenses in my bag, Always ready to take great pictures of my grandkids, great when I'm out in nature and great night time pictures as well. Would definitely recommend this lens.

Great Lens

I am not professional but have used the Canon EF'-28-300 f/3.5 an tamron. Have to say canon works better all the way. The movement faster pictures all around better to me. As I said not professional and the lens I used where a very good friends. His last comment to me was ,see why I buy .canon

It's the winner to me.

It's not as sharp as the newer 100-400, but it is a great all-in-one hiking lens.

28-300L Review

The street sweeper does great on the street, with kids, and on stages. One lens that fits most situations.

Street Sweeper

I am a professional wedding photographer, and specialize in beach weddings.  This is my go to lens for beach weddings - yes, it is a bit on the heavy side, but it's value is unmatched!!  10+ years and never worrying about changing lenses outside especially on the beach because of the dust factor, this lens handles all my needs. Although it is not so great for inside darkly lit ceremonies.

Most awesome lens in my bag!

It's heavy, but I love having a 24-70 and a 70-200 all in one lens that's always ready to shoot.
I get shots others do not simply because the lens is always ready to shoot

Great color and sharpness from the Canon 6D, 6DII, and 7DII.

Heavy beast, but folks always like the images.

I've had the 28-300 for almost a month.  I wanted something that I could leave on my 5D4 so as not to miss an opportunity while walking/hiking.  Many times I've had to choose between short/long telephoto and changing required diving into my backpack.  This lens solves that while providing great image quality.

This lens, combined with my 5D4 is not a light combination, however.  I expected that when looking at the specs.  While that could seem a detraction, it prevents having two cameras out and ready.

Great "all-in-one"

I purchase the lens to be used on a Canon 5D Mark IV to use on a cruise this summer. I am having a great time learning how to use its features. I like the feature where you can lock a lens position. It takes great photos in low light.

This lens saves so much room in my kit. While being a little in the heavy side, it replaces 4 lenses. I cover motor sports and I only need 2 lenses now to get all the shots I need at any event. It is also the perfect ‘walking around lens’ due it it’s terrific range. Very sharp!

My go to lens for everything!

After researching this lens I decided to go ahead and purchase one. The biggest complaint I had read was about it's weight... It is a little hefty but not that bad (3.68 lbs add a mono or tripod if need be, but seriously it's not like you're lugging around a 600mm prime and considering the versatility of this lens for the most part it's all the lens you'll need... Think about it, you won't be caring around multiple lenses and having to switch them out in the field. It's a perfect travel lens. 
The second complaint was the Push Pull zoom. Personally I love it! It only took a few minutes to get the hang of it, and now I wish all my zoom lenses had it. AF function is super fast, and optical quality is outstanding. 
The only con for me on this lens would be is its price... But then you get what you pay for. 
Bottom line; This lens has quickly become my most favorite lens I own and has found its forever home on my 5D Mark IV.

Superb lens...

I'm getting back into photography, so I'm an "advanced hobbyist" (below amateur level who just made the jump from a crop sensor to a Canon full frame (EOS-1DS Mk III).  This camera body is great for still subjects; however, when paired up with this EF 28-300mm, I gained an unexpectedly excellent ability to shoot track & field events and swim meets with excellent clarity.

The slide-action zoom took some getting used to, but now I'm wondering how I ever did without it.  I use a monopod to address camera shake and the weight...the lens is heavier than it looks, and it's hard to understand what 1670 grams really is until you carry this lens.  However, on a sturdy monopod, I can "lean into it" just a little and use my fingertips to swiftly move the lens barrel fore-aft as needed to get the zoom I want even with an athlete running straight at me.  I don't know if I would be able to be as successful with a twist-barrel zoom.

In general, when it gets dark in the late evening, I have to change to a faster setup (faster lens and newer camera body), since I try to avoid using a flash.  Still, this lens works well in a decently lit stadium, even with my older EOS-1DS (and the limited ISO range attendant to older cameras).  Being able to quickly getting to the desired zoom is such a blessing when there is action to be captured, and again, the image clarity is surprising at both ends of its zoom range.  Naturally, it's absolutely superb in the middle 80% of that range.

This is a keeper, and I'm finding that when the sun is out or if I have otherwise decent lighting indoors or out, this has become the favorite lens I am using most every since I acquired it, and I've only had it for a month.  Can't wait to see what it will do when I can finally scrape together enough to get a newer full frame Canon body with a better ISO range for dark and dimly lit conditions.

Great lens for school sports events

This lens has the capabilities I have been needing. I have shot weddings and landscapes but always having to switch lenses to get exactly what I needed. This lens gives me the range far and near along with the speed, aperture, and ISO I need to accomplish my needs without flash.

THE ULTIMATE LENS

Great lens for everyday use, a little on the costly side though.

I highly recommend  this Lens product. I bought it when it originally came out. I used it for several years and sold it to a friend, I recently bought another unit when I realized I had been missing having the particular versatility that only this heavy lens can offer.

Bought It Twice it Worked so nice

I been using this lens like no other and has been permanent fixture for my nature photography adventures.  Currently shoot with a 6D.  Living in Oregon the elements are damp here but this lens is very well sealed off and resistant.  The best part is the crisp, clean and professional look your images have.  If you are a camper/hiker and want to take the best photos of adventures this is the lens for you.  It definitely does the work of 3 lenses hence the weight.  Yeah it might be on the heavy side but makes up in the image quality.

The everyday lens from heaven

I love this lens.  Very versatile.  Takes the place of several lenses eliminating the need to carry more than one.  I would recommend this lens to anyone from beginner to professional.

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM AutoFocus Wide Angle Telephoto Zoom Lens

Wide Angle - Telephoto...28-300 f/3.5-56L IS USM Awesome Range Very Sharp Focus!

Best Canon Lens Ever...

I brought this lens a year ago,and i am so happy that i brought it.gives amazing results,

great fearures

I purchased this when they were first released, so long ago I don't remember. This stayed on my 1DSIII 95% of the time and now stays on my 5DS R 98% of the time.
The best praise I can offer is - IT JUST WORKS! where ever needed.

Out of all my Canon lenses this is my favorite

I've been using this lens with my EOS 5D Mark III for a couple of months and am happy with the convenience of not having to switch lenses. At a third of the price, I would have considered it a good value for a utility lens I use whenever I feel I'm going to be in need of that kind of quick versatility. The images are consistently very soft, lacking even acceptable sharpness in most cases. It performs reasonably well, if you limit yourself to middle aperatures in the 8 to 11 range, while sticking to a focal length between 100 and 170mm. So much for the vaunted versatility. Over-priced and over-rated. The downside isn't the extra weight, it's the overall performance.

Trade off for convenience

This is a wonderful lens. It has just one drawback, and that is its weight. I wish it were lighter, but I've got plenty of arm and back strength, so it's doable. It takes beautiful pictures over a wide zoom range, so it is now my everyday lens. The push-pull action for the zoom takes a bit of getting used to, but once you get the hang of it, it's just as easy as the more customary twist action. It's going with me on vacation, and I expect to come back with far better pictures than before.

Excellent Lens

I want a lens that can cover multiple conditions as well as demands...This is the perfect lens for me..i pair it with my canon ef 16-35mm f/2.8L and I am ready to go...

This is the perfect lens for me

I use this lens more then any other lens I own. Amazing lens. I shoot 80 percent of a wedding with this one lens. I do wish the tripod ring was more robust. I have had to replace mine and I am sending it in this week to be replaced again. I am really really hoping for a new version very soon.

The best

This is my go to lens, when I travel, or in my home town. Fast focus, a bit on the heavy side. But I will continue to use it. I could not use a better lens. Thanks Adorama.

On the downside, the lens is heavy.  The zoom tightness is adjustable and could be a little smoother.  On the upside, if Ican only have one lens, this is the only lens I carry because of it's versatility.

I would recommend this lens.

Rented a few times, then finally bought it. My go-to workhorse lens I have on 95% of the time. If I had to pic one lens for the rest of my life, this is the one. Built like a tank and heavy, just love it!

One lens fits all!

This lens is great when you only want to take a single lens and know that you will have standard (I wouldn't call iit wide) to telephoto shots. I use it for sporting events, wildlife and conventions.  Only drawbacks are the size and weight if you are going to be out all day and the fact that it will not work with a multiplier.  Have not used the accessories yet, so cannot comment on them.  Too much fun taking pictures!

Highly recommend. I read every review and watched every video I could find on this lens. I feel the reviews are accurate. If you read and watch them you will know exactly what you are buying. The only down side of this lens that I feel is non debatable is its weight. Yes it is a bit heavy. It doesn’t bother me at 6' 180lbs but some might be put off a bit. That said I love every other feature and aspect of this lens and I feel the weight is simply a byproduct of a superb design and build. There is one thing the reviews do not mention and it is of foremost importance and must be considered in todays high tech world. Lenses are part of an imaging system. The system consists mainly of the camera, the lens and the software. Comparing this lens to other sharper lenses means nothing unless you plan to make huge prints. With todays sensors and software the final image product is rarely compromised by a quality lens that is only 99% of some other super sharp zoom. Consider the incredible range of FL and the choice for me was simple. As has been stated in many of the reviews, rent it first if you can to make sure you will be OK with the weight. You'll love the image quality.

Highly recommended

The EF 28-300 f/3.5-5.6L is my walkabout lens on my 7DII. Although it is fairly large for a compact lens, I have no issues with its weight or size. It's not as sharp as my Canon prime lenses but its versatility far outweighs that issue. In low light conditions I use it with my 600EX-RT and couldn't be more pleased with the results. Fully understanding what this lens is and what it's capable of doing, my only issue with it is the zoom tension ring locking against the focus ring, and that's not that big a deal.

Anyone in the market for a general purpose, highly versatile zoom lens that delivers amazing results, for what it is, must seriously consider acquiring one of these gems. It may be nicknamed the white elephant, but that's a good thing...

An elephant of a Lens

This lens stays on my 1DSIII 95% of the time. I also have the 24L, 100L IS, 100-400L with 2X&1.4. Granted it is fairly heavy but I do hike Yosemite with it.

Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM AF Lens Kit, USA Bundle With 77mm Filter Kit, Flex Lens Shade, Lens Wrap (19x19), Lens Cap Leash, Cleaning Kit, PC Software Package

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