Suggestions for a 200mm - 300mm lens for Canon EOS Rebal T3.....under $300????

11 years 3 months ago #270204 by jennlovato77
I use a Canon EOS Rebal T3 and I am looking for a good lens to buy for my cruise to Alaska. Would love to have some great wildlife pictures but dont want to spend over $300. Anyone know or use anything currently that they love?


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11 years 3 months ago #270208 by Baydream
I have an old Canon 70-300IS that I bought before going digital. I have also bought friends "used" Canon 70-300 non-IS lenses for about $110 from B&H. I used one all summer and got really good shots (my IS was "injured"). Check with B&H and KEH.com for used lenses. You may be able to afford more than you think and get great shots.

The 55-250 IS is about $245 with used from $169
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/543923-US...50mm_f_4_5_6_IS.html
KEH has it for $149
www.keh.com/camera/Canon-Digital-Zoom-Le...DC07999099407N3?r=FE

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11 years 3 months ago #270256 by chasrich
Alaska is on my bucket list. Perhaps a nice long rental lens would be a good solution for you. Buy me a ticket on the cruise and you can borrow my stuff... :woohoo:

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