Used Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III
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Condition & contents
| Grading | Generally excellent used condition. Rubber zoom ring has started to fade slightly. Optics are free from haze/fungus. Zoom & focus functional. |
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| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 6 month warranty |
| Includes | Front/Rear Caps |
At a glance: Budget 75-300mm f/4-5.6 telephoto zoom for Canon EF-mount DSLRs; no image stabilisation.
About this lens
The Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III is Canon's entry-level telephoto zoom for EF-mount DSLRs, released in 1999. Its appeal is a long 4x reach (up to 300mm) in a light, inexpensive package; the honest trade-offs are the lack of image stabilisation, a slow variable aperture and noticeably soft results towards 300mm. A separate III USM version adds a quieter, faster ultrasonic focus motor but shares the same optics.
Build & handling
| Image stabilisation | No |
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| Minimum focus distance | 1.5m |
| Filter thread | 58mm |
| Weight | 480g |
| Lens construction | 13 elements in 9 groups |
Works with
- Canon EF-mount full-frame DSLRs
- Canon EF-mount APS-C DSLRs (mounts on EF-S bodies)
- Canon EOS R mirrorless via EF-EOS R adapter
- Canon EOS M mirrorless via EF-EOS M adapter
Best for
This is an entry-level telephoto zoom aimed at beginners who want extra reach for casual sports, wildlife, portraits or holiday snaps without spending much. The generous 300mm reach is its selling point, but it is an older, basic optic: there is no stabilisation to counter camera shake at long focal lengths, the maximum aperture narrows to f/5.6, and sharpness falls off at the long end. It suits bright daylight and photographers on a tight budget rather than anyone needing consistently crisp results or low-light performance.
Frequently asked questions
Does this lens have image stabilisation?
No. Neither the III nor the III USM has stabilisation, so a fast shutter speed or a tripod helps at 300mm.
What is the difference between the III and the III USM?
They share the same optics; the III USM uses an ultrasonic autofocus motor that is quieter and generally faster, while the standard III uses a basic DC motor.
Will it work on a Canon mirrorless camera?
Yes, via a Canon EF-EOS R adapter for RF-mount bodies or an EF-EOS M adapter for EF-M bodies.
How close can it focus?
Its minimum focus distance is 1.5m, giving a maximum magnification of about 0.25x at 300mm.
Will it work on Canon RF mirrorless bodies?
Yes, via the Canon EF-EOS R adapter. Autofocus and IS are preserved, and the lens functions normally on R, R5, R6, R7, R8, R50 and other RF bodies.