Should I do a trade??

[seandudding]

My Local camera store has got a 300mm F2.8L IS in there used stock. It has a few chips on the hood but other than that looks fine.

Should I trade my Sigam 120-300 F2.8 and Canon 300 F4.0L IS for this lens??

At the moment my head says no. But this has always been a dream lens of mine....

[MonkeyHanger]

Having owned a 120-300 for a while and used a 300 f2.8 IS i wouldn't trade the Sigma for the Canon.

As far as IQ goes there's not a huge difference and the flexibility of the zoom is the winner for me.

[ehasler]

How much was the 300 going for? I'm thinking of selling mine, and would be good to get an idea for what they're currently valued at.

[Andy M]

The Canon 300 2.8 is a legend within the photo community. The Sigma isn't.

Why not try it, it may make the decision easier to make

[Luca Brazzi]

I got the Canon 300 2.8.......what a lens.

Try one if you can.....the speed of focus is staggering...as is the quality of result.

[sidaorb]

Sean,

If you go for it, give me an idea what you want for the 120-300mm

Carl

[seandudding]

The 300 F2.8 is up for £1999 at Chiswick Cameras www.chiswickcameras.co.uk

[Luca Brazzi]

They normally retail about £3k new, so well worth checking it out.

[Wyvern971]

seandudding said:

The 300 F2.8 is up for £1999 at Chiswick Cameras www.chiswickcameras.co.uk

That's round the corner from me, they any good in general?

[seandudding]

They are ok, a few years ago they where much better. But I beleive the shop has new management.

Where about's in the area are you??

[F308 MAN]

the exchange is a no brainer, in my opinion.
check the price of a new 300 from "kerso" on ebay, before you commit ... top man - buys in the US and sells here.
i have bought most of my gear from ian (kerso) and known him for a long time.
the 300 2.8 lens is stunning, but i would personally prefer to "enjoy" a factory warranty.

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