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Sell/trade 100-400L for 300L f/4 IS?

Peter Mendelson

New member
I have the 70-200L f/4 IS which is fantastic on my 5D. I also have the 100-400L IS which doesn't get used that much since I don't often need to be in the 200mm-400mm range and because it's a relatively slow and heavy lens. I most shoot landscape, casual portraits (a lot of my 5 year old daughter) and whatever looks interesting to me. I am not a pro and shoot for fun, while I do occasionally sell my prints. I also have the Canon 1.4x extender.

I am thinking about trading or selling the 100-400L and getting the 300 f/4L IS instead, for its faster speed and amazing optics. I could also throw on the 1.4x tc when I want to get more reach. While I am giving up the flexibility of the zoom, in the 100-200mm range I would much rather use my 70-200L, and at 300mm and 420mm (with the 1.4x tc) I would probably get better performance and easier handling with the 300mm f/4 IS.

Anyone else do this?

Thanks,

Peter
 

Asher Kelman

OPF Owner/Editor-in-Chief
Hi Peter,

Do you want to discuss this issue or just sell? You may dual post in BUY & Sell when you are ready!

Asher
 

Peter Mendelson

New member
Thanks Asher, but I am not ready to sell yet - in fact, I am leaning towards not selling the 100-400L right now.

Have a great holiday.

Peter
 
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