Canon 100-400 IS vs.Canon 70-300 DO vs. Sigma 80-400

[Alex - Spot-This !]

And i'm sure you gonna love every second with your new toy !!!!! The 70-200 2.8 is the best lense I ever had the chance to take pics with.

Welcome to the club !!!

[MaxPower]

** Sorry for bumping this thread.

After a few thousand dkr's poorer, today I recieved my 70-200mm f/2.8 LIS.
It's quite funny to end up with a complete different decision even though we have had some great replies about the Canon 100-400LIS and the Sigma 80-400mm. I'm actually surprised that it got to be this f2.8. I'm really looking forward to try this thing out on a field where it belongs

[Greg]

yeah, I used a 75-300mm in 10//03 when I got my 300D. Now I'm prolly going to get the 70-300mm IS USM. It differs from the 75-300 IS by having the 2 mode IS. I wish I could get the DO version, but once again...not enough money.

[MaxPower]

Two IS USM versions.....

I kinda mixed those two together, The old 75 and the new 70. I stand corrected. :rolleyes:

[RingwaySam]

I love it but 200mm is short without the 1.4x on it. I didn't need the range when I was shooting landscapes etc, but now I have time to go up to the airport I need the reach of 300mm+

Yeah im thinking of getting the same with maybe a 350D. My Bigma has gone tech so i'll see what happens.

Correction :

There's the DO version of 70-300mm and then there's the 75-300mm IS USM.

Is this a minor typo, I guess ?

Anyway good luck purchasing the right lens, Greg !

Dude, stop correcting people I think he means the new Canon 70-300 f/4-5.6 IS USM

I think the 70-300mm is quite cheap actually Shame they don't do Teleconverter's for it, that would make a nice set-up!

[MaxPower]

I got it used last July after using a 300D before it. I wouldn't trade it for a 20D or 30D, honestly, I like the heft of it, it's bigger than both of them. Now I'm thinking of selling my 70-200mm f/4 L and getting the 70-300 mm IS USM. I really want a 100-400mm L but I don't have the money. Hell, I had to sell my 1.4x TC in April because I needed the cash.

-Greg

Correction :

There's the DO version of 70-300mm and then there's the 75-300mm IS USM.

Is this a minor typo, I guess ?

Anyway good luck purchasing the right lens, Greg !

[Greg]

How come you are selling it. Anyway how is it....that f4 L ? I was down at the photoshop a few days ago, and actually tried it, but the weather svcked this much, so the shots were pretty bad. But you have been a longterm user of it. Can you tell me some good or bad comments about the lens,

I love it but 200mm is short without the 1.4x on it. I didn't need the range when I was shooting landscapes etc, but now I have time to go up to the airport I need the reach of 300mm+

[MaxPower]

I got it used last July after using a 300D before it. I wouldn't trade it for a 20D or 30D, honestly, I like the heft of it, it's bigger than both of them.

Good for you. As long as you stick with Canon. LoL.. No.. Just kidding ! I havent had the 10D ever in my hands so I wouldnt know how that feels.

Now I'm thinking of selling my 70-200mm f/4 L and getting the 70-300 mm IS USM. I really want a 100-400mm L but I don't have the money.

How come you are selling it. Anyway how is it....that f4 L ? I was down at the photoshop a few days ago, and actually tried it, but the weather svcked this much, so the shots were pretty bad. But you have been a longterm user of it. Can you tell me some good or bad comments about the lens, Mate... ??

Hell, I had to sell my 1.4x TC in April because I needed the cash.

Holy crap.... Well we've all been there. You know what to do... lol..

[Greg]

Greg, How's the camera so far. Not that it really matters, but what the heck, You ever thought of upgrading or are you sticking with the 10D. How long you been "operating" with that one ?

I got it used last July after using a 300D before it. I wouldn't trade it for a 20D or 30D, honestly, I like the heft of it, it's bigger than both of them. Now I'm thinking of selling my 70-200mm f/4 L and getting the 70-300 mm IS USM. I really want a 100-400mm L but I don't have the money. Hell, I had to sell my 1.4x TC in April because I needed the cash.

-Greg

[MaxPower]

Yes, you should see some stuff DSLR users upload...

-Greg, very happy with a 10D

Well I wasnt actually referring at anyone or anybody.
I have much to learn, thats for sure. - Just to let you all know that first before you guys starts flamin me.

Greg, How's the camera so far. Not that it really matters, but what the heck, You ever thought of upgrading or are you sticking with the 10D. How long you been "operating" with that one ?

[Greg]

Having a 30D or better camera doesnt make you a better photographer. I think other members can agree with me on that.

Yes, you should see some stuff DSLR users upload...

-Greg, very happy with a 10D

[MaxPower]

Hey Guys.

Now Im not complaining about my 350D. I only said it because I wanted to upgrade, Thats all. Btw It just svcks when people* (*Other forums*) talk shit about a camera they havent even tried before. Those Nikonians svcks. .. No offense to our jetphotos Nikonians.

But I agree with you both. No problem here with the XT. The biggest concern is actually the lens.
Having a 30D or better camera doesnt make you a better photographer. I think other members can agree with me on that.

[kukkudrill]

Indeed there's nothing wrong with the 350D. Great little camera.

[hkgspotter1]

350D and 30D both take great pics, if your have more $$ then get the 30D but there is NOTHING wrong with the 350D and I love it and will be using it for at least the next couple of years..... now where the hell is my 100-400!!

[MaxPower]

I'm going to take it straight down to get a sensor clean as ive heard its a dust monster like the 20D and will be most likely covered in crap as soon as its been manufactured!

Hey Dan, Oh so its true.. Its like its brother 20D. Has anyone have a price on how much it will costs me when or if I'll have a problem with my future upgrade - 30D. Or should I just get a Sensor dust cleaner like everyone else. ?

Oh and John heres a few shots you might be interested in...

Those are lovely comparison shots.

Right now I guess I have to get used to my 350D till I get mine as well.

That is sweet Dan. Thanks for the photos.