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Telephoto Lens for Canon 40D
Posted: December 21, 2010 - 11:10am

Undecided between the Canon EF 70-300 4-5.6 USM and the new Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 SP Di VC USD XLD . Conflicting comments about each, but I suppose either would be acceptable for the price. I am leaning toward the Tamron, but will apprecitate anyone's experience with either lens or further recommendations.

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Submitted By: lightontheland
Location: Crossville, TN
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Re: Telephoto Lens for Canon 40D
Posted: December 22, 2010 - 4:53am

Personally, I would go with the Canon lens. In fact, I'm about to, next month. I have one of the older Tamrons and I'm not that impressed, so I'm replacing it. That may not be a fair comparison but, In general, I've always found OEM equipment to be superior in the long term than third-party equipment...

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Submitted By: maizenbluedoc
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Re: Telephoto Lens for Canon 40D
Posted: December 24, 2010 - 9:54am

I agree about OEM accessories, but from all the reviews I have read, most think that the NEW Tamron is a vast improvement over the older lens. It also has a 5 year warranty vs the 1 year Canon warranty. I am a Canon person, but I am also amenable to third-party accessories as long as they have good ratings. My only problem is that there are currently only 12 ratings on Amazon for the Tamron. Thank for your input.

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Submitted By: maizenbluedoc
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Re: Telephoto Lens for Canon 40D
Posted: December 29, 2010 - 7:02am

Fuggedaboutit. Ordered the Tamron on 12-25.

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