Canon EF 100-300mm f/5.6 L vs Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EF 100-300mm f/5.6 L | Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef | canon-ef |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 100-300 mm | 70-300 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/5.6 | f/4.5-5.6 |
| Prime | No | No |
| Stabilization (difference) | No | Yes |
Verdict
Pick Model B if you need a lighter, more versatile zoom range starting at 70 mm and slightly brighter wide-end aperture, or if budget is a priority. Model A stays the better choice if you specifically require the 100 mm minimum focal length and are willing to pay the premium for it.