Quote Originally Posted by mike_d


So basically the 70-200mm L lensor the 70-300 IS lens would work best for my needs and fit the price range i'm looking for.
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The 70-200 - yes, the 70-300 - no. You said this is for sports, so you need the fastest lens you can get = wide max. aperture.


The 70-200 has constant f/4 aperture while the 70-300 at the long end is only f/5.6 - that is one stop slower than the 70-200... which equals to TWICE less light!