Canon EF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM Lens for £469.99 delivered (£414.99 after Canon Winter Cashback) @ Amazon

sigh spent over £1000 in 2 days on lenses and I barley use my camera.

might buy this as an investment ,
better than keeping the money in the bank earning s*d all interest

yannarascala

Amazing price, ordered two as the extra £25 cashback is a no brainer - … Amazing price, ordered two as the extra £25 cashback is a no brainer - these sell for 550 plus on fleabay all day long, so even with the fees it is without doubt a risk free investmentRead lessRead more

If you buy 2 of these and sell one one ion eBay for £550. I calculate that the one lens you are left with would have cost you £345.

2 of these costs £940. £125 cashback from canon. So ends up costing £815.
Selling one on ebay for £550. Subtract £55 eBay Fees (10%), £20 PayPal fees (3.4%), £5 recorded postage (item weighs ~700g). That leaves you with £470 in your pocket.

£815-£470= £345

Definitely worth buying 2 and selling one on eBay if you want to save a bit more

Mrlossy

How about if you earn £60 hour? It takes time to place auction, watch … How about if you earn £60 hour? It takes time to place auction, watch bids, package it up, drive to post office, then hassle if it goes missing in post... Not sure if it's worth the hassle?Read lessRead more

If you earn £60 / hour, just buy one and don't worry about it!
Money : no object.

dromi

I found this one in currys, for £469: … I found this one in currys, for £469: http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/canon-3554b005aa-ef-100mm-f-2-8-usm-macro-lens-08823858-pdt.htmlBut I now think it's an error on the description / photo of the lens. I've reserved and collect, so could tell you guys at 2pm if it's just false alarm.The Code and photo belong to the IS L version, but the title and price belong to the non IS version.. 50/50 I guess!Read lessRead more

Think that is what has caused amazon to drop the price briefly, looks like they have price matched curry's but then realised curry's have the wrong picture and code up. The description on Curry's is for the non-L lens.

milkbottlecNov 28, 2012Great deal, I just got two from currys Thanks … milkbottlecNov 28, 2012Great deal, I just got two from currys Thanks for notifying!Read lessRead more

Sorry to hear that, as mentioned further up this thread currys product photo is wrong, you just bought the non IS version X 2. In fact, currys don't even sell this lens! Hopefully it won't be much of a pain returning them...

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Can someone please find me a 24-105L heavily reduced


And don't tell my wife...

Mrlossy

This site costs me a fortune! Another lens for the bag! 24 - 105L, 70 - … This site costs me a fortune! Another lens for the bag! 24 - 105L, 70 - 200 f2.8L, Sigma 50mm f1.4, Canon 50mm f1.8.....ARGHHHHHHHHH!Read lessRead more

That's no way to talk of your good wife!
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deadpan

Sorry I was trying to quote and jibe Mrlossy with his very nice … Sorry I was trying to quote and jibe Mrlossy with his very nice collection :)I know a guy with a 400mm 2.8 which he uses as a walk around lens and never puts a filter of any sort on his glass!Read lessRead more

yep a master of unobtrusive photography no doubt!

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daalphamale

lol amazon say you can get the cashback on the non IS version...and th … lol amazon say you can get the cashback on the non IS version...and th cashback is not listed for the IS version!....I think the product authors are getting confused!Read lessRead more

This lens qualifies for £55 cashback. END OF.

Jakann86

I'm on the protective filter side of the argument (if I had endless money … I'm on the protective filter side of the argument (if I had endless money I wouldn't use a filter but I feel more comfortable using my kit when I have filters on). Get a good one and there should be a negligible effect on IQ. I will be getting the B+W XS-Pro personally (http://www.amazon.co.uk/67mm-010M-Nano-Coated-Filter/dp/B004OVE18I/ref=sr_1_1?m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1354145069&sr=1-1) ...when it is back in stock! Not cheap but I've bought a cheap filter before and you can see a change in the IQ with it on.Read lessRead more

Filters are good but if you are seeing an odd double effect with Bokeh (this goes for any lens with a low aperture) try removing the filter and 9/10 it will improve the bokeh no end.

that filter is slightly cheaper here, still £40 ish quid!

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insanity:

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This is a good deal but I think buying 2 is a bit much! You can only use one at a time...

milkbottlec

Morning everyone. Just had a look and is back to £623.08.How many did you … Morning everyone. Just had a look and is back to £623.08.How many did you guys get?Read lessRead more

Managed to pick up 20

There may be loads on eBay soon...

fleaBay, indeed...

Maybe some KIND soul from here would sell you their second? .. come on lads..

I got my lens today!!! Couldnt be happier since I've been chasing this puppy for about 2 years.
Hadn't been able to justify droping £670ish on this particular lens, but £414 is like a no brainer..

My shopping event was very similar to the one of MacTheHac.

I can see why people might be upset, but this was always a mis-price!!!


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mikeyfive

I agree, very nice lens, amazing well made and solid piece of kit. Just … I agree, very nice lens, amazing well made and solid piece of kit. Just need a nice camera to use it on now...5D MkII anyone?Read lessRead more

Works well on the 5D MkII's full frame sensor ;-). Once you go full frame it's difficult to go back to a cropped sensor, everything just feels right...

Claiming cashback and buying cheap used scooter to follow yodel around

Meathotukdeals

Ok ta.

One thing that I *have* noticed on inspection of some photos today is that OOF highlights (or bokeh if you will :)) of the L lens do seem smoother, which corresponds to what the-digital-picture said in its review of the lens. That's not to say the original 100mm was bad at all - just that this is even better :-)
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great price

Grab it quick don't think they will last at that price. £55 canon cash back too

Canon cashback as well:
canon.co.uk/win…ck/

this will go fast...

wow, great spot, HEAT added :-)

Excellent price! Just bought one Thanks OP, mega HOT!!!!

Crazy price. Thanks very much.

mudds

this will go fast...

I opted for free trial of Amazon Prime...in case they change their mind.
Delivery tomorrow.

ordered one too!

Great find, it would have been rude not to get one at that price

Got me one, great price!

fingers crossed You all gonna get your lens guys.
I think I will wait till 135mm will get cheaper

Missed it ... Now £648.07 :-(

Awesome price for an L prime with IS
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and just like that it's gone

blast

I missed it

Holly cow, I think I will commit suicide.

I've been after this lens for about 2 years now, I would have bought this on the spot

IT must have been a misprice, right? 200 pounds less ?

I think I will be needing therapy..

Just got delivery confirmation. Expecting tomorrow....X)