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Canon - Refurbished Excellent - EF75-300mm F4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens for EOS DSLR Cameras - Multi
Average customer rating
3.8
(62 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 62 reviews
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Customer Reviews for Canon - Refurbished Excellent - EF75-300mm F4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens for EOS DSLR Cameras - Multi
Customer Rating
2
"It gets the job done" And it does, sometimes...
on April 11, 2025
Posted by: pvtmorales
from Florida
Have used this lens for Aviation photography for almost 2 years now, i understand this is a starter lens, usually on a starter camera, (T7) but this lens definitely has some problems. Zooming past 150-200 mm cooks the sharpness, but after mastering the lens, it can be a manageable loose cannon, getting sharper images after figuring out camera settings and prime focal lengths. Going from this lens to the EF 100-400, is a whole different experience. The 75-300 is a decent starter lens and i won't discredit it, it has got me some of my best photos, (somehow) but in conclusion, there are definitely better lenses out there. Cheers.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
5
A very good lens for the money!
on July 9, 2011
Posted by: pslake
from North Carolina
I have a Canon D-50, I bought from canon.com and added this lens for sport photography. It far exceeded my expectations. It is a quality lens that is well contructed, works very well and takes great pictures.
Pros: Fast auto-focus, Superior build quality, Super-sharp images
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
It is what it is. No IS. Entry level at best.
on June 30, 2020
Posted by: Blank
from Nashville, TN
This was a kit lens for a new T3. When I worked pro (1967 - 1997) I used all Nikon but that was 35mm film. After a 15 year break I got back into photography, but as a hobby so I ended up going with Canon. My learning curve was not only digital over film, but other options like stabilization.
For about six months I got nothing with this lens and I tried. But not having used IS I was unaware of what a difference it can make. My brother in law gave me the 55 - 250 IS zoom for Christmas that year so that became my main medium to distance lens. During the six months or so I tried to use this lens nothing came out good. It is light and easy to use, but I didn't really give it a chance. Lately (2020 during the Covid19 shutdown) I gave it a chance. Here's my thoughts on the 75-300.
If you are older than 60 you need IS. Period. Don't buy this lens. If you have arthritis or essential tremors or Parkinsons don't buy this lens. If you don't like using a tripod don't buy this lens. Now, if you fit any of the above and are willing to practice practice practice - you may get the hang of getting good shots with this lens. If not - you won't. BUT - you don't NEED to! Find a lens with IS and move on.
If you are wanting to give your young grandkids a decent lens to learn on this is good for that. Giving it a chance and using a tripod I have gotten one (that's a 1) good shot. But I had to work and learn. That takes time. Sorry but if you are past 80 (I'm almost there) you probably don't have as much time to put any of it into learning and learning. Forget this lens and go for an L with IS. You should begin getting wonderful photographs immediately. Crop sensor or Full-Frame. That's my opinion. Thank you for listening.
For about six months I got nothing with this lens and I tried. But not having used IS I was unaware of what a difference it can make. My brother in law gave me the 55 - 250 IS zoom for Christmas that year so that became my main medium to distance lens. During the six months or so I tried to use this lens nothing came out good. It is light and easy to use, but I didn't really give it a chance. Lately (2020 during the Covid19 shutdown) I gave it a chance. Here's my thoughts on the 75-300.
If you are older than 60 you need IS. Period. Don't buy this lens. If you have arthritis or essential tremors or Parkinsons don't buy this lens. If you don't like using a tripod don't buy this lens. Now, if you fit any of the above and are willing to practice practice practice - you may get the hang of getting good shots with this lens. If not - you won't. BUT - you don't NEED to! Find a lens with IS and move on.
If you are wanting to give your young grandkids a decent lens to learn on this is good for that. Giving it a chance and using a tripod I have gotten one (that's a 1) good shot. But I had to work and learn. That takes time. Sorry but if you are past 80 (I'm almost there) you probably don't have as much time to put any of it into learning and learning. Forget this lens and go for an L with IS. You should begin getting wonderful photographs immediately. Crop sensor or Full-Frame. That's my opinion. Thank you for listening.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Customer Rating
4
great for beginners
on December 7, 2012
Posted by: Harlem knight
from New York, NY
Got this extra with my rebel t3 kit, my first foray away from the point and shoot. So far so good. While I'm not a professional, I take the occasional shots whenever something catches my eye. As I've been playing with the lenses, I've noticed that if you follow the parameters of the lens, it will give you good to great results. Tried to take a picture of the big and little dipper, guess it wasn't enough light as the camera just wouldn't focus. On some subjects, it just keeps focusing, found out a couple of steps taken backward can alleviate that issue. Overall, so far, its a good lens and can give you great shots. Being that it doesn't have IS, if you zoom to the max, you'll get nothing but blur so invest in a tripod. Anything closer and the focus is great.
Pros: Super-sharp images
Cons: Slow auto-focus
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
good lens
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: kat
from Virginia
I have been using this lens since I bought my camera over 2 years ago. Light weight, easy to use and takes the abuse that I give it. As of today it is still in the same working order as when I took it out of the box.
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Customer Rating
3
Good for Beginners
on February 13, 2012
Posted by: Jweavercma
from Boise, Idaho
When I first used this lens I was a rank amateur so I had no idea what I was doing. Now that I have advanced beyond my kit lenses, the limitations of this lens are glaringly apparent. My major problem with is the fact that you cant use a polarizer or split ND filter with it due to the external focusing mechanism.
Pros: fairly sharp images
Cons: external focusing mechanism, slow autofocus
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
Sad
on September 22, 2012
Posted by: Q
from WA state
I used to be a serious amateur and loved my FTb, A1 and EF bodies for 35mm. Canon FD lenses were known for their sharpness; the difference between lower priced Canon glass and the upper end lenses was the speed of the lens. The faster lenses were more expensive, but even the less expensive models were sharp.
After relying on my G9 for a few years, I am getting back into SLRs. This lens has none of the old quality. Even in-focus photos are soft and I doubt it's because of my 50D body. This lens is a huge disappointment.
Pros: inexpensive
Cons: Semi-sharp images
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Posted by: Perry Souza
from Tampa
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great lens! I've gotten closeup shots of bees on flowers from feet away that were almost as good as a macro. Good enough range for sports, or wildlife too
I would recommend this to a friend!
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