Is the Canon 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM the Worst Canon Lens?

[@christianskyes]

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[@jasminecarriker7047]

I haven't had any issues with this lens except feeling badly about what other people say about it

[@christianskyes]

I think we can be a bit spoiled sometimes. When reviewing cheaper cameras for example, I always try to forget the fact that I use a Canon R5 on a daily basis, and be a bit more even headed about it. If we compare everything to more expensive gear, cheaper kit is always going to look bad. It really is a nice little lens indeed, no matter what people say :)

[@LennyCooke636]

It could be you got a good copy. I was asked to take candid shots at a local little leaugue baseball game for my job using this lens. At first I had the edge because the lens was light enough to let me walk around and take shots from different angles. My colleagues were "stuck" with the Canon 400mm f2.8 which is a beast of a lens. No way you can walk around with that lens. At then end of the day we comapared our pictures and it was like night and day. The pictures taken with75-300 were absolutely horrible. That was the first time I ever saw pictures look that bad ! I mean I have taken bad pictures before myself, but when 90% of 500 pictures come out bad, that's a problem. That experience left me so shaken that I would try my best to avoid this lens probably, even if it was given to me as a gift.

[@KatStudios]

omg same! it works great for me honestly and im not sure what the big fus is about it in general

[@pikophotos4689]

Me also

[@Scyth3934]

You must have gotten a good copy

[@AbwonUno]

I’m a filmmaker and I love this lens for ultra closeups. I was able to zoom into the actresses pupils and you could see the reflection of the other character she was staring at. The lack of stabilization also works if you’re looking for that stalker type of feel for video. You just have to make it work for you honestly.

[@spirg]

Excellent video !!! And NO loud annoying background music !!!! Very thorough 👏🏻

[@christianskyes]

I’m glad you enjoyed it :)

[@sathvickkumaran]

Yes. Excellent video i have ever seen for searching this lens. Thank you christianskyes 🙏🩷💯

[@nick_cooper]

I bought this as my first lens with my first camera (5D mkII) a month ago, and I'm already replacing it. For Facebook or Instagram uploads, it is absolutely fine, you can get some great images, its light and it is useful to have 300mm at your fingertips. On the other hand, the image quality is very poor (on mine at least) and with no IS and high aperture, you need very good light to make it work.

[@solomongarcia72]

Freaks me out how good this lens is for being like $29.99 in some camera shops I’m getting into Sony and I still love this thing

[@abozbaboz]

Where do you live dude 30 dollars is crazy

[@nathanelward]

I bought this lense a few days ago and it works fine for me as a beginner. I do plan to use it more and have a better tripod being delivered for my stable shots. its a shame its too noisy for video though. USM sucks for video. STM is way better.

[@christianskyes]

It is indeed a good lens for beginners :) Yeah, the widest it can do is f/4, so you'll need quite a bit of light when shooting video. STM is also indeed better.

[@brianwondrak2751]

I am just getting into photography and figuring out the ropes. I was able to get this lens for $80 in ‘like new’ condition. I’m excited for it! I appreciated this video and enjoyed the more monotone style compared to others who are downright outrageous with reviews. Thank you!

[@DryVan2]

The lens in most of your video is the 75-300mm non-USM, did you review the non-USM or the USM one? I know only the AF system is different, but the USM does assist in achieving faster AF and helps with video content too

[@Danny-BigD]

Not sure if I Missed it but are these just taken and shown or did you work on them 1st before showing them

[@prameethprabhu]

Will this fit on a 200D? And how would the video perform with the camera mounted on a gimbal?

[@andrediego6131]

hey is it possible to shoot at night time with this camera? do i need a tripod for it?

[@thename9074]

Your voice is very nice! And this unbiased information is useful! Thank you!

[@willmccarten]

I appreciate your approach to this review. I have seen too many other KZbinrs really beat down on this camera as if they are really expecting a lens you can pick up for under $100 to be some stellar magic machine for a professional. That is obviously not the market for these lenses. They are for hobbyist. So thank you for making me feel better as I am looking to purchase a telephoto lens for as cheap as I can while still being decent for having fun!

[@christianskyes]

Absolutely :) People always compare it to much more expensive lenses, which isn't fair.

[@Blah-blah-sure]

I agree. As a hobbyist. After reading the negative comments. I get the feeling that most of today’s photographers are expecting the lenses & IS to magically make their photos look pro. I look forward to better my photos by learning from bad photos. And using body control, a tri-pod when necessary to better my skills.

[@kamel3d]

I love this lens when I use it for video, the only downside it the nasty colour fringing it has but I manage to remove it in Davinci

[@christianskyes]

That's fantastic :)

[@jasonmunoz1528]

just realize it has limits, know at what time C-aberrations would come and you´re done, i´ve been photographed humming birds, snakes, bday sessions and even mtb contest with I can not be more happier with it

[@christianskyes]

Agreed :)

[@angie23p]

Would it be good for sports pictures. I need a zoom lens for photographing my kids playing baseball and soccer. If not what would you recommend on a budget?

[@harrison00xXx]

Its a good lens! At least my old 75-300 IS USM. Its true, its weak with open aperture, but at 300mm you easily have to use F8 at least, better F11 or F13 and its probably the best budget tele you can buy 2nd hand!

[@robertdavezac]

You can’t “stop down” to f/4 if that’s the widest the lens goes.

[@airbornesuper]

No I think you answered all my questions 🙌🙌 bought my first camera, T100 but it's a start and the 70-300 is on its way today. I'm shooting a very small wedding and I'm normally a smartphone shooter but this is just the start for me. Thank you for explaining the language of photography much love🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@karenleon2138]

Hola! como funcionó tu lente? Tengo la T100 y estoy tratando de elegir un lente como este.

[@MrTantilov]

Is this lens any good for sport shooting?

[@christianskyes]

Not the best, but you can use it for sport shooting, yes.

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.

[@roshangulabkiro4887]

Great information sir... thanks.... I'm going to buy now...as a beginner and enthusiastic learner person...

[@captainwest8916]

Does this lens fit the canon eos rebel t7?

[@michaelwilliams875]

Yes it does. I use it with my T7

[@ChevroletEpica]

You deserve more views and subscribers. Excellent and fair review

[@christianskyes]

Thanks a lot :) I’m glad you found the review to be useful.

[@raughboy188]

Now that's the way to review it properly. I wonder can something be done about barrel to be able to turn it smoothly.

[@christianskyes]

Thanks :) And in regards to the barrel, that I do not know 🤔

[@UnauthorizedCreations]

It's very decent. I bought this lens for upclose ASMR shots for my cooking videos. I love this lens.

[@christianskyes]

Have fun with it :)

[@AmazingCreationsStudio]

Explanation with Your voice is very satisfying. Specially with the soft tune

[@christianskyes]

I’m glad you like it :)

[@AmazingCreationsStudio]

@@christianskyes 😊😊❤️

[@anemon8333]

this or 18-55mm lenses for portrait? I am planning to use it for before and after pictures of rhinoplasty

[@marinamidorik]

Beautiful photos. And thanks for the video

[@karenleon2138]

Hola! Excelente video. Es recomendable para fotografiar actividad deportiva, como futbol?

[@akbaromar2209]

what is latest 75mm-300mm?

[@VD-iz4nm]

Starting as a landscape and city photographer, I have a major confusion regarding this lens and 55-250mm or Canon EF 80-200mm. Which one of these three would you recommend for taking shots of distant objects? Also, which one of these three gives more professional look to the photos and less chromatic aberration? Please, help me choose the best one, unless there is a better one than these (just not much more expensive) or unless fifty nifty or 24mm are better choice?

[@umbertohaterhd722]

ef 55-250 bro. the other ones.. meh..

[@VD-iz4nm]

@@umbertohaterhd722 Thank you. That's the one I bought after watching couple of videos.

[@ADPproductionsGR]

I find it hard to believe that these photos were shot with this lens. I own one and it never produced these kind of shots. Mine has a lot of chromatic aberrations and human skin turns out glossy and has a typical glare with no details. But some new canon DSLR models like the 90D have a processor that corrects a lot of the problems so you don't have to edit them in Photoshop, maybe your camera has one of those processors?

[@silverlightphotoco]

Wow, again a very artistic, yet informative review! This USED to be one of my LEAST favorite lenses, but is now one of the tools I recommend the most! I currently use one adapted to a Panasonic Micro Four Thirds camera, and think it's a really good tool for a number of reasons: 1. On 2x M43 it frames up an equivalent CROP to a 600mm lens! 2. It is small, lightweight enough to add to my camera bag without becoming a burden. 3. It's affordable (and "budget" is my niche).

[@christianskyes]

Thanks :) Wow, 600mm equivalent :O I agree with all the points above 👍

[@mehmetcemalacar3924]

thanks for your comment, ı have a question how autofcus perform with m43 bodies?

[@silverlightphotoco]

@@mehmetcemalacar3924 Hi! Since the time I wrote my first comment to this video, I've stopped using my AF (autofocus) Canon-mount Viltrox adapter (because it ruined the electronics on my camera...I made a quick KZbin short about it, on my channel. So, I now use only MANUAL focus with these old lenses (and use the Nikon mount) etc. The AF wasn't that good anyway, and for video I don't mind using manual focus.

[@celinetrudy]

I'm a (starting) sports photography and started with my Tampon 18-200 F3.5-6.3. I feel like the lens has really been used to many times, pictures are blurry, noise and autofocus isn't working that well anymore. I'm thinking of buying this zoomlens, and since I'll be using it along the fields with balls flying everywhere, I don't want to pay thousands of euros haha. Would you recommend this lens for sports photography (soccer), and especially evening photography? My current lens is too noisy as soon as it get's a bit dark outside..

[@jordanclark9594]

"Tampon"😂

[@kaptentojerry3072]

do you already have new lens for that?

[@thetamilgamimgcouples]

Which one should I go with version III or Version II

[@tkarim]

Wonderful content. The voice over quality is amazing! May I ask, how you achieve such audio quality?

[@christianskyes]

Thanks :) In the case of this video, the voice was recorded with a Zoom H6 + the SGH-6 capsule. I just keep it close to my mouth, but from the side, in order to avoid plosives. It being close to my mouth also helps to reduce unwanted noise, especially as I travel, so I'm rarely in a sound treated room. I hope this helps 👍

[@tkarim]

@@christianskyes thank you!

[@christianskyes]

@@tkarim No worries at all :)

[@larryconnell9019]

A fair review remember it’s a budget lens but it does an adequate job for the price , and it’s a lot lighter than my 70-200 2.8 so depending on circumstances I can carry either

[@christianskyes]

Absolutely 👍

[@directaviation2044]

So would this lens have affect with the crop factor? so for a aps-c sensor camera it would be 120-480?

[@SteveHill68K]

That's right

[@jacquesdupontd]

Thanks a lot for the video. Just bought a used one for 60 euros, i think it's a good price. I live in a flat which have an amazing sight on the whole city, therefore beautiful sunsets, moonrises as well. I think it will get the job done for a very honest price !

[@christianskyes]

Have fun with it :)

[@Kkondoll]

Is it good for canon r10???

[@GinRuzovy]

is this lens good for a people who want to start a wildlife photography ? i am amateur and i really want to do wildlife photography but i don´t know which lens should i buy because of money

[@ezer1291]

Hi, is 55-250 better than 75-300?

[@CyberTechOfficial-h7n]

Hello, is it suitable for the Astrophotography? Thank you :)

[@Crimsomnia]

I have used this with both crop sensor and full frame, and the blur and aberrations are - while not intolerable - very noticeable and need extra attention when editing. They get better if you close the F stop down to 16 - 22-ish, but stuff still just ain't exactly sharp. Shooting wide open with the biggest aperture I find the results nearing unusable.

[@MimoDais]

If this lens is good, why don't professional photographers always recommend it that I'm experienced in the field, but I've moved to 85mm, it's great, but it's constant sometimes it doesn't help, but it's great, and it's the number one I have in the lenses.

[@Climb_Kach]

Cu profissional photographer have money to afford a better lens😂

[@juanpaulr]

I have this lens bought it over 9 years ago. Still does great work if you know what your doing. It's great with portraits when using of camera flash at great distances. In my opinion, the lens will perform well depending on the user. It's not an L lens but it will do the job for folks on a budget that have the photographers eye a and patience.

[@jrfstudio]

Everything I try to get rid of this camera, I simply can't. Yes, you need to know how, when, and where to use it, but when you do, it does an amazing job. For the price, it's just a great tool. With a full frame camera the output is really good. I'd also say, because requires some craft, it is a learning tool that will make you a better photographer once you upgrade to a 70-200 or 100-400

[@christianskyes]

That's absolutely true :) Equipment which is not as easy to use as its more expensive counterparts will always make you a better photographer, as it forces you into creative problem-solving mode. When you do eventually graduate to more expensive lenses, you'll get that much more out of them, because of what the old trusty 75-300mm thought you :)

[@youtech4594]

how to get such detailed pictures?

[@drtnrao57]

Thanks many for going through plus and minus points.

[@christianskyes]

I'm glad it was helpful! 😊

[@Aviator168]

For me, it is worth the price cause I paid $75 for it. The only problem I have with it is the AF some times does not work well. I mainly use it for landscape.

[@Barteek5]

hello, I would like to take pictures of airplanes, will this lens be good

[@tobisalami]

Your voice is soothing!

[@christianskyes]

Thanks a lot :)

[@elcarretedeeuropa]

Do you recommend me the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM or the Canon EF-M 55-200 mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM?

[@ORB2-Paekakariki]

I'm aimed at rail photography, main things I look for is shutter, zoom & appature

[@ht6723]

Thank you for nice video ❤️💯

[@rickysingh616]

If I didn't want to learn how to use this lens, what lens does most of the thinking for me?

[@xingincool9672]

So is this good for videos? Like if I'm moving around, I have a 70d canon btw

[@lukev3307]

Do you think the lens would achieve good results with the Canon 600D? Mainly used for nature/bird/wildlife shots. I am a beginner and have a low budget but I have a good offer for a used lens. Greetings and keep up the good work

[@markdandeneau2904]

You should look at the EF-S 55-250 IS STM. It’s only about $100 more and is an incredible lens.

[@tiatia6723]

Are these lens great for dark pictures? I need lens that’s great for dark pictures

[@christianskyes]

Do you mean photos taken in low light? If so, then no, this lens isn't great for that. Have a look at my Canon EF 50mm f1.4 or 50mm f1.8 reviews on this channel 👍

[@TonyBabarino]

The Internet Voice Over King is back again! My King! *First!*

[@christianskyes]

Hi Tony :D Hope you enjoyed today's video 👍

[@stevocanuck]

It’s never the equipment but the person. Same goes for cycling. People blame the bike but where it matters most is the person and their fitness.

[@christianskyes]

If you have any questions, make sure to leave them down below, and I'll do my best to get back to you 👍

[@ekin6673]

do you think its suitable for concert photography?

[@frost8077]

Mine came for free bundled with my Rebel but I would've rather had the EF-S 55-250mm IS STM instead.

[@Psyclonus7]

Holy shit, your voice is so calming

[@NDN_FTR]

In my experience, Canon USM lenses that an not L just means soft focus. It is more of a gimmick at that price point. A faster lens will do more than an f4-5.6 with USM.

[@joelperezvaldez2454]

gracias,tengo este lente y he descubiertto las maravillosas fotos que se logran con el,la compresion de fondo me ha fascinado y por supuesto ,uso tripode en tomas largas o uso velocidades de 1/2000...es maravilloso para iniciar..

[@glaecius]

5:23 Damn, those images are stunning though.

[@donadams8345]

The lens is only bad if you expect more than it is capable of giving. If you want more than the lens is capable of you need to buy a lens that is more expensive than this. The primary features of this lens are its price and modest but decent performance.

[@mountainnomad4312]

A have this lens and some of my best pics are made it with this lens

[@Danny-BigD]

Well I never had to pay for it so.. no lose for me and NO as not part of the KIT haha

[@volkansahinler4361]

Düşük çözünürlüklü makinalar ve ekonomik lensler..Can sıkabilir ve uğraştırır ama bir fotoğrafçıyı geliştiren, ilerlemesini sağlayan da bunlardır..Yeni başlayan birisinin istediği pozu ilk denemesinde çekmesinden daha sıkıcı ne olabilir ki.. Sabır ve azim.Her kapıyı açar. 🙂 Ve unutulmamalıdır ki Işık oyunun kurallarını belirler.

[@patrykwojcik4108]

Właśnie zamówiłem na moje potrzeby powinien starczyć gdzie fotografię traktuje jako hobby na poziomie podstawowym obiektyw wydaje się idealny dla osób które lubią pstrykać zdjęcia a nie zawodowo fotografować

[@christopherbohdan6960]

This has a dc motor not usm!

[@eraserrx]

This is not USM

[@URRAAA-r8k]

Bad lens if use cheap spec camera

[@MissBLally]

Baby hands.

[@wevertonleal678]

Que vídeo gostoso

[@avg_ale21]

The 55-250 is way better...a shame that's only for ef-s cameras

[@bendaaa69]

i take phenomial photos of jets and planes with these lens and the photos are just far far better than an iphone 14 pro so yeah for $200 this lens is extremely good

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.

[@MitchelKobli]

I’m taking pictures of fly fishing flies that are as small as a dime or smaller. With a macro lens do you think this would be good option for just in the office. To show detail of super fine small items.