Canon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS ['Nano'] USM II lens review with samples (Full-frame and APS-C)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ค. 2017
- Canon (as well as other manufacturers) LOVE producing 70-300mm lenses and here is their latest one, featuring their latest autofocus system, 'Nano' USM. Let's hope its optics are suitably updated from its predecessor, too.
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I got this lens yesterday, went out with it, and was very impressed by its great performance. I had a doubt about sharpness, but it is OK, also sharpness at 300mm is very, very good. And IS works excellent. I constantly got sharp images at 300mm with 1/80 and even with 1/40. That is the right lens for my shooting style. And it is a compact lens - that's important to me. Good option, if You don't need a faster aperture. Canon, respect!
Hi Janis
I am looking to buy canon 75-300 for my 90D. so i love pictures and video too. so what about video quality?
@@LilaGurung Sorry, I cannot tell about video, because I shoot only stills. But autofocus is fast and nice. And I have 70-300, not 75-300.
Do you find it sharper as the 55-250mm?
@@cosmindanes9435 +1
Thank you so much for the review Chris !! I'm also very excited on your behalf for upgrading you FF camera soon ! :)
Ok, I'm convinced! It's going on my wish list!
Your reviews are great. When ever I am on the fence about a lens I hope you've reviewed it.
I just bought this lens and I have been very happy with it. It's plenty sharp for me, the overall build is very nice although I find the LCD to be a huge gimmick lol
Autofocus is crazy fast! My 24-105 f4L seems like a slouch in comparison.
Thanks for inspiring me to try it out. I was just going to get the version 1 used and save some money but I'm glad I bought the newer one.
Great review man! Thanks for putting the effort to make this video!
Hey Christopher, Thank you very much for this great review of the newest Canon 70-300mm NANO lens. I am very pleased with the so fastest focusing system and all but I really like the cool old brick building you use to show the sharpness of the lenses as the other test with the cluster of pictures looks to have less contrast. But, the lens looks very great and a super winner in my mind!!! I'd really love to see the canon 18-135mm NANO and the new Tamron 18-400mm lens. We know you'll get her done soon. Thank you again!!! You're the best!!!
Hi Chris, I bought a copy of this lens this week and it's very good, I see some new perspective in super zoom conditions. Thanks for guiding me through buying it
Thank you... Bought this lens to upgrade my Mark 1 because of your excellent review.
I loved that photo: 10:57
I'm a Nikon user, but I really enjoy your videos. Nice review.
Kikotronik I don't even have a camera, I still watch this
Sigh, still trying to find a nikon equivalent :(
If you're looking for a Nikon equivalent, the Tamron 70-300 VC USD seems very similar performance as this lens and is actually a bit less expensive. Chris did a review for it a while ago.
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Check out the new AF-P 70-300 VR. There is also a cheaper DX crop sensor version. It focuses lightning fast.
fantastic video! ive been looking for a zoom lens for my 77d for a while, the other day I was chatting with canon on their live chat and the reps over there really helped me narrow down my choice to this lens, which led me to your video! after that review it looks like im going to pick one up thanks!
best video analysis i have seen for this model. thank you
i got this lens after looking around a bit and finding your video having used it for a few years ive really enjoyed this lens i use it all the time, an incredible lens in my opinion especially for the price,
Okay. Will buy this lens. As always, a great review, thank you.
this was so helpful! I'm going to buy it!!
WOW!!!! DAMN!!! Very little focus breathing as well! I'm amazed!
Thank you Sir. I really enjoy your videos and review.
If they update all their lenses with the Nano USM motor, it will be a magical day.
Christopher, even when you review gear that I would never consider buying,
I still love to watch your reviews. Thanks. :)
Thanx again for the good and thorough review!
awesome review as usual 👍
Very very useful video, thanks!
This is really good for someone who's looking for a super telephoto lens with a APS-C camera for starting at wildlife photography within budget.
that lens looks awesome! Im getting that
Very informative video; thank you..
Wow, about 20 years ago I picked up a used 75-300 4.5-5.6 IS USM and still have it. It's a slug and I can manual focus faster than the Auto focus but, it has served me well. It's still in use and fortunately software can correct the chromatic aberrations. For a first generation IS lens it was a game changer. Looks like the 75-300mm range has only gotten better.
Finally I found good zoom lens for video :) thanks Chris
I don't have a canon, but I do like that lens display screen, especially the EQ focal lengths. Very good idea, indeed.
Brohan89 Why doesn’t it show the exact focal length though? That’s precisely what I’d want from a display right there. There’s no room to print that detail and it isn’t a linear transition either. Since the lens knows it’s focal length (shows up in EXIF data) what the fudge happened? That live level meter is beyond useless as is the DoF scale, since it isn’t high-res enough to really inform you of anything important. Honestly, i can’t believe it simply mirrors what is printed on the barrel. 🤪
The display is plain cool
Great review! I will have to take a look at this lens in person, hopefully rent one to test it out. I have to decide between this and the L series version, especially whether I'm willing to pay more for weather sealing, more sharpness, and the overall build quality that comes with the L series.
opwave79 go for the L, it's fantastic!
Hi, nice review. Is still better the 55-250 is usm???
I used the 18-135mm usm nano on the Canon 80D it was awesome hope this is a good replacement for the 70-300 Efs
Thanks, for one more incredible review! These new electronics on the lens are awesome! Best regards from Brazil!
Hi Chris, let me tell you, taht you are the best to review lenses, I always follo U, to take decision to buy a lens
very nice review
Este era el video que necesitaba ver para estar seguro de la inversión ❤
I've enjoyed your videos a lot.. i'm from India and have subscribed to you today.. technical inputs are very grest.
I got the Canon M5 recently as well as getting the same off brand adapter to use my ef and ef-s lenses. Would love some suggestions/tests of some old lenses to use with the Canon mirrorless system.
Nice video! Do you happen to know if the IS compares to the 70-200mm lenses?
This guy has reviewed every lens ever made
Thanks for this video, Chris. I wasn't even aware of this lens. I'm surprised you didn't compare it to the Tamron SP 70-300mm VC that you really liked.
I never got to test the Tamron lens on full-frame unfortunately
This lens looks good off the bat. Like those Art lenses.
Love the photos of the Lake district Christopher 😀
I’ve got mine today Chris will use it on my canon mark 11
Great video
This lens got me with the LCD Screen :'D
Good afternoon, Chris. I'm a director and cinematographer from the U.S. I like to put a great deal of effort into scoping out the lenses that best suit my needs for an affordable price, as utilizing various focal lengths to serve a story is one of my favorite aspects of cinematography. Your channel has helped me out a great deal in the few months that I've been following you, and its played a direct factor in my selection of several excellent lenses.
There's plenty out there that I'm curious to see reviews for. If you don't mind, I'd love to drop in from time to time with some requests for specific lenses. Your channel is by far the most well-formatted, well-organized, and generally charming and approachable review outlet I've ever found for lenses. I've come to trust your opinion considerably. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the kind message - I'm glad you find the reviews helpful! I receive requests to test specific lenses all the time. Unfortunately I can't cover them all because I'm under huge time pressure with my full time job (which I love even more than TH-cam)
Thanks for getting back to me, Chris. Haha, I totally understand. My video production work has me bogged down as well. I've always wanted to do a film-related TH-cam channel, but work has kept me too busy. I'll throw out a request from time to time. But if you're not able to get to it, no sweat at all.
Chris, is there any difference in processing the test image between this lens and the L version? Comparing 6:43 of this video and 3:18 in the L version video there is an insane difference in contrast.
Another thorough and well presented review! Does anyone do it better than Christopher ? I cant say? Thank You for your efforts. I would like to know your opinion of this lens paired with a Canon 5D Mark IV? I’m a little late to this review, but have been binge watching a lot of TH-cam whilst recovering from COVID. I have watched a lot of your videos, and am now a new Subscriber. Stay safe and Healthy! Happy Shooting! 👍👍👍✌🏻📷
Hi Chris, would you recommend the 70-300 IS USM II or the Tamron 70-300 VS? To use on a 6d. Thanks!
Thanks Christopher for your review of the new 70-300, I have a t5i will the auto focus be as fast with that body? I use the camera for birding photo's. Looking forward to getting this lens before we go to Mexico in January.
Through the viewfinder it will be fantastically fast
Hey Chris, should I upgrade to this lens from my tamron 70-300 f4-5.6 a005? The nano usm seems really good
plz do a video of comparison between this lense and 55-250mm stm
This one is a Full-frame. If you have a mirrorless camera and use a speed booster with this one, you can turn this lens into a great expensive telephoto zoom lens at a fraction of the price of the more expensive one.
55-250 is sharper on aps-c. You can use it on R full frame cameras too but you'll loose few megapixel.
I want that display and Nano USM on a 24-70 F2.8, that would make this lens even better
Wonder how it works with a Sony through an adapter. Adding such information in the future would really be beneficial. Great review as always, cheers!
zomgonzo I think Chris has an a7R II now, so it might be possible? I shoot a lot of adapted lenses and would really like that type of info as well. So many recent Canon lenses work great on a recent crop or FF Sony E-mount camera.
I love this lens. Been using it for a while.
Hey, and have you used for bird or wildlife photography? Would you recommend it for this kind of shots? Thnx 😊
@@sebastianpalmay I would recommend it, yes. The stabiliser is great in it and the F ratio works incredible with this lens. What camera do you have? This is a good budget lens for entry level- middle level photography.
Just a 1300d but waiting for the new 90d to come out and will be upgrading
saw this at best buy and tested it out
Can't afford it right now but it's definitely on my wish list.
You are amazing!! Keep it up plz!!!
Is the Canon 55 to 250 lens sharper than this 70 to 300. I have the 55 to 250 and it is very sharp so I don't want to trade it in for an additional 50 mm unless this new 70-300 is a lot sharper thanks for all your great videos. I use the
77 D camera
Which one would be better? This 70-300mm nano or the 55-250mm STM? I have a canon SL3(250D), Im looking for a good general use telephoto lens(video, wildlife etc) and i cant make my mind between the two :(
Would you plz review the canon 100-300mm usm, old lense?
Hi Cris, in your opinion, for the canon 77 D, which is better, this lens or the sigma 100-400. Greatings for Portugal😷
That looks like the one I need
HI,
I have just bought one of these lens an find it's over exposing. Did you have the same experience. I shoot AdobeRGB, RAW & Standard picture style. 5D MK3.
Which one to go, this one or Tamron 70-300 F4-5.6 VC USD?
Pretty cool lens. Not one that I'd get but I like the technology.
Great news, I'll be able to afford a Mark I now :)
I want this for my future Canon 80D
Good choice :-)
Is it compatible for canon 80d ???
Hello Christopher, thanks for the super clear review! Just one question: is it normal to hear and feel wobbly elements moving inside the lens body? If I slightly shake the lens while holding it I can really feel the internal parts moving... Have you found the same "internal loosness" as I did? I'm assuming it may be because of the stabilizer and floating bits, but maybe not... Thanks for all the past and future reviews! :-)
With some lenses it is normal - it could be part of the image stabilization mechanism. If it's working fine when it's on your camera, then you're good to go
Can't wait to see the sigma 14mm 1.8
Grettings from Guadalajara, Mexico !!!!! Saludos Chris !!!!!!
Thanks!
Hi Chris, great review, you've made my mind up, my only question to you is what brand of converter for the closer shot of the robin in the video are you using. I own a Sony A6000 and I require a converter in order for this lens to fit/work but I have read reviews on Commlite which do have the required AF but the reviews are a little negative in terms of lens flare and it does mention about the focus not being that fast. Can you please advise on any other brands that might be more suitable or if it's worth the risk just buying this converter. Thanks.
I can't remember what convertor I used, and whether or not it worked well. The Sigma MC-11 tends to work quite well but I can't guarantee it
Your reviews are my go to resource before purchases. Thank you very much
which s better? this lens or tamron 70-300 vc usd lens for my 70d for better picture quality?
Hey Chris, I’m shooting a F1 race soon and I’m stuck between this and the 70-300 L lens, I have the money for it but is the image quality difference of the L worth giving up the extremely fast AF, which is really important in F1 and other motorsports ? ,,,I’m using a Canon 80d
I’m still rocking it on my eos r8
Great review as always! Just a quick question how does this compare to the Sigma 150-600mm, is it just better to crop from the canon at 300mm or is it sharper on the Sigma after 300mm?
You'll have to crop a LOT to get a 600mm image from this 70-300!! They're very different lenses
Hey Chris, thanks for sharing your feedback on this lens. What is the video quality like compared to the EF-S 55-250? Does the amount of light vary drastically as you zoom in and out through the lens (as its predecessor)?
It's a little brighter, but really there's not that much difference
Will you be doing a 70-300 lens comparison? I own a Tamron 70-300 VC and I'm a bit disappointed with it. It's not at all sharp and the VC keeps failing.
Hello Chris, love your reviews! Helped me greatly on some of my purchase decisions!
As a EOS M5 user with the official EF adapter, I'm quite confident that I can take advantage of the nanoUSM's incredible speed since I have Dual Pixel AF! However, I also currently own the lacklustre (though native) EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM. I know I can't compare in terms of price and lightweightedness given the EF-M's all-plastic construction, but currently I'm not satisfied by its small maximum aperture, IQ and softness.
I would of course love to have a white L lens, but I'm a poor student with a tight budget. Would this 70-300mm lens be more value for money and bridge that IQ gap between the EF-M and the L lenses, or would the EF-S 55-250 suit that more (I'm aware that Canon may be using EF mounts on its future FF mirrorless releases, and since I plan waiting for that, having a EF-S lens might not future-proof me)? Thanks!
Hmm it's up to you. Personally I quite like bird photography, where the 70-300 would be a great advantage, but it's huge and heavy compared to the EF-S / EF-M lenses. I'd go for the 70-300 though
Thanks! Yes portability became an issue and 709g is a lot! I'm holding my horses for now as even my EF 35mm f/2 IS USM (which is only 335g) is already heavier than all my EF-M lenses. I'm not sure I started my ILC life with mirrorless just to carry heavy glasses 🙈
can you make a review of this lens vs tamron 70-300mm 4-5.6 di vc usd? review for both canon ff and aps-c...thank you
How do you do those sharpness comparison images like the ones at 7:44?
this or the tamron 70-300mm vc? i don't know which to choose :(
Which one is better? Canon usm ii or the new tamron 70 300mm ?
Can I use this lens for photography at birthday events? Few says it has a real focusing issue. Not sure why….
Between 70-300 L USM & 70-300 Nano USM , which one is better ?
Hi Chris, Canon 70-300mm f / 4-5.6 IS II USM or CANON EF 24-105mm f/4L USM which is good for canon 80D? and which will provide me sharp images? Please let me know,I am about to buy one.
In APSC it's 112-480mm f/6.4-8.9, is that right?
That is, is it darker by the conversion factor?
Hi Chris. Can you tell me how this lens work on a Canon R7? Is almost has good, like in DSLR'S? Or has a fews limitations? Thank you.
Had to watch the clip of the 6D being manually focused twice, before realizing the lens was being manually focused.
So was that clip recorded with the 6D in Live View? Wondering how else you’d know how it was focusing.
Great video review! May I ask what video editing software you use?
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Which one should I buy, Tamron 70-300 usd vc or canan usm ii ?
Got this lens as a gift today
How it is..? You liked it..? I wanna buy it and use it with 90D.
@@PunjabiGymBeats it is very good. I’m using it for my 5D Mk III and M50. With the M50, it is effectively 480mm max. I can use it for bird photography.
@@titosirj6262 thanks a lot, i ll buy it soon, how much lens hood cost..? It should be included, i switched from Nikon and they provide lenshood with lens but with canon we have to buy seperately even my 18-135 usm is came without lenshood, strange.
@@PunjabiGymBeats I don’t have a hood. I don’t have a need for it yet,
Thanks for a great review! How do you think this lens compares to the Tamron 70-300mm f4-5.6 VC USD?
I never tested the Tamron on Full-frame so I don't know I'm afraid! I'm guessing the Canon will be a little sharper.
hi i have the canon 70d +70-300 f4/5.6 is usm mkii lens, can i fit a 1.4 extender
@Christopher Frost Photography do you think it is worth to switch from the EF-S 55-250 STM to this? I really love the 55-250 and consider it to be extraordinary value for the money, but sometimes I miss the extra range.
Could be worth it, if you really want the extra range, although do bear in mind that this 70-300 lens is a lot bigger and heavier
The dog photo looks amazing. This is a good value lens, considering price performance. The 75-300, although much cheaper, can't compare to how good this one is.
The only thing I'm not sure about is the LCD focus scale display rather than a mechanical one.
Hi Chris, how does this compare to the 55-250 is stm? Worth a change?
Love your videos by the way, keep up the great work mate!
They're very comparable in terms of sharpness :-)
Hey Christopher, I have got to say that from what I've seen, I think the Canon 55-250mm IS STM lens sharpness is actually quite a bit better than the new 70-300mm NANO. Man, that little 55-250mm Is STM is the sharpest Canon zoom lens I've ever seen tested. Too bad it's not a 55-300mm for the extra reach.
Thanks guys. That's the comaprison I wanted to know about too.
While I don't have this specific one, so comparing it to Tamron's 70-300, the additional range in the bottom of the range more than makes up for the missing 50mm at the top.
The difference between 250mm and 300mm is very little while 70 mm with APS-C is very zoomed in already.
@@christopherfrost I'm very confused. In your 55-250 STM review you say that it is "razor sharp" repeatedly and by f/8 "pin sharp". In this review on APSC, you say the lens is "okay in the middle", "a touch soft in the corners" and you need to stop down to f/11 for best quality at 300mm. Yet now you say they're comparable in terms of sharpness. The only reason I'm even looking at the 70-300 is that the focus breathing of the 55-250 means that for close up wildlife you just don't have the reach. I just can't justify stepping up to the L, but I'm not sure if I'll be going backwards. I shoot Nikon too, and I love the older AFS 70-300 VR and the new DX 70-300 VR lenses are even sharper (but not parfocal and also have issues focus breathing and reach close up)
Hmm. Watching this review after your review of the 75-300 el-cheapo, it seems that this lens is optically inferior to that one on full frame. Have I got that correct?