Is the canon ef 70 300mm f 4 5 6 is usm worth buying used?

Yes, I think it's a sensible used buy. It's stabilised, it has autofocus, and on full frame it covers 70-300mm, which is useful reach for wildlife, sport, and anything you can't get close to. I can't tell you what it costs used, so compare the asking price with what new versions sell for before you commit.

It's a slower lens, though. At the long end it drops to f/5.6, so it's happiest in decent light. It fits a long list of bodies. On full frame, the Canon EOS 6D Mark II is a solid partner. On APS-C, the Canon EOS 80D gives you roughly 112-480mm equivalent reach.

Any used body needs a new battery in the budget, so read buying used first. If you want to compare versions, the site also lists the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM and the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM.

Written by Claude from this site's pages.