{"product_id":"canon-28-300mm-f3-5-5-6l-is-usm","title":"Canon 28-300mm f3.5-5.6L IS USM - 1875","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCanon 28-300mm f3.5-5.6L IS USM - 1875\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d1nrlk\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"131\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eUltimate all‑in‑one zoom (28–300 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers wide‑angle to super‑telephoto with no lens changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pgpout\" data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"218\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eL‑series optics\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver sharp images with strong contrast throughout the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uv63on\" data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"304\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"249\"\u003eImage Stabilization (IS)\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce shake, especially at long focal lengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15m8pyw\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"381\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eUSM autofocus\u003c\/strong\u003e is fast, quiet, and reliable for both stills and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vwpa4w\" data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eGreat travel and adventure companion\u003c\/strong\u003e — simplifies kit weight and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oavtip\" data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eVariable f\/3.5–5.6 aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e means less low‑light performance than constant‑aperture lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dc7o20\" data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eSlight optical compromise at extremes\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to dedicated primes or shorter zooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ej4ici\" data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eRobust build and weather sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e hold up well in challenging conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eQ1: What type of lens is the Canon 28‑300 mm f\/3.5‑5.6L IS USM?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eA: A professional‑grade \u003cstrong data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"204\"\u003eL‑series superzoom telephoto lens\u003c\/strong\u003e for Canon EF‑mount full‑frame DSLRs offering huge zoom flexibility from wide to long telephoto. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eQ2: What focal range and aperture does it offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eA: Covers \u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"418\"\u003e28–300 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"468\"\u003evariable maximum aperture of f\/3.5–5.6\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it versatile for landscapes, portraits, travel, and distant subjects. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eQ3: Does it include image stabilization and autofocus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eA: Yes — built‑in \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eImage Stabilization (approx. 3 stops)\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce camera shake, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"774\"\u003ering‑type Ultrasonic Motor (USM)\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers fast and quiet autofocus with full‑time manual override. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eQ4: How is the build quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eA: Designed with \u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eweather sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e and L‑series durability for professional use, plus a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003eremovable tripod collar\u003c\/strong\u003e for stable support. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eQ5: What optical features does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eA: Uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003easpherical and UD glass elements\u003c\/strong\u003e with Super Spectra coatings to control aberrations and maintain good contrast across its wide range. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eQ6: What’s the minimum focusing distance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eA: About \u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e0.70 m (2.3 ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the zoom range with up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e0.3× magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e, useful for closer subjects. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eQ7: How heavy and large is the lens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eA: It’s substantial — around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e1.67 kg (3.7 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e and over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e180 mm long\u003c\/strong\u003e, so consider a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003etripod or monopod\u003c\/strong\u003e for extended use. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eQ8: Is this lens good for travel and one‑lens kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eA: Yes — its extremely broad zoom range means you can cover wide landscapes to distant subjects \u003cstrong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003ewithout changing lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping gear minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:24b48ce8-ef80-482f-be1b-ede769e7ea15-17\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-36\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] 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