Which lens (or lenses)

[Daniel Browning]

If you only use the 300mm range every once and a while, and you're willing to accept lower image quality when you do, then the 70-200 f/2.8 IS is a great alternative to the 300mm f/4 IS. Sounds like the best choice for you. But most wildlife shooters need more range, even on a crop camera, so the 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 is an excellent alternative. Good luck.

[Keith B]

If you only use the 300mm range every once and a while, and you're willing to accept lower image quality when you do, then the 70-200 f/2.8 IS is a great alternative to the 300mm f/4 IS. Sounds like the best choice for you. But most wildlife shooters need more range, even on a crop camera, so the 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 is an excellent alternative. Good luck.

I agree. I was shooting at the beach today with my 100-400. I am amazed every time I pull this lens out at how sharp the images are.