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     The new Canon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM lens is Canon's newest L series lens.  It offers second generation image stabilization in a robust package consisting of 22 lens elements in 16 groups.  It utilizes a ring type ultrasonic motor for fast autofocus and a push-pull type zoom.  It has 2 types of image stabilization, bi-directional for general use, and unidirectional for use when panning.  The IS is also tripod compatible. I have been using this lens in the field since the beginning of May and though it is heavy, I enjoy the versatility it affords me.

    The following are a series of sample images from a Canon EOS 10D using the new 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L lens with the image stabilizer turned on.  The first 4 images are random shots at various focal lengths, shutter speeds, and apertures.   The second set of 5 images are various focal lengths of the same subject at f/16 and slow shutter speeds taken in a steady wind.  The third set of 5 images are the same subject and focal length sets, but taken at f/5.6 and higher shutter speeds to compensate for exposure.  By request, the expanded images are full 6.3MP and have been saved at a JPEG quality of 80.  Warning, the files are large (1.5 - 2.5 Mb each).  I hope this information is helpful to anyone who is considering purchasing this lens.

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