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Would the L lens have better optical quality than the 70-300 or are they similar? I was just thinking that if there is not too much difference then the extra reach would be nice.
Canon 70-200 f4L V Canon 70-300 is
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have seen these two come up in conversation before, and it would seem 70% say the 70-200 f4 is much sharper and a superior lens to the 70-300 is, but having said that general opinions is that the 70-300 is a good lens, i've just purchased a 70-200 f4 to replace a Sigma 70-300 and its streets apart, absolutely love the speed and sharpness of it, but I do miss the reach of the 300.
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Owned both and not a huge difference in IQ. The L is a tad better and much better build. I sold the 70-300 because I didn't think it had the build to stand up to heavy use in dusty environments when I was on the road. If you expect regular use then it's a good buy.
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70-200L 4 is better optically, but there's really not much in it. 70-300 IS is very good, plus it has IS.
The benefit of the L lens is as much in the more rugged build, and the fact that it doesn't extend when zooming, though the 70-300 IS seems very nicely made. The IS 4 L is also weather sealed.
The benefit of the L lens is as much in the more rugged build, and the fact that it doesn't extend when zooming, though the 70-300 IS seems very nicely made. The IS 4 L is also weather sealed.