Top Result: Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD Zoom Lens

Match Score

99%

Pros

Exceptional price
Great sharpness
Very lightweight
Consistent output

Cons

A TINY bit less sharp as the Sigma
Build quality is only decent
Slightly sluggish autofocus
Bulky

Note From Jim

I love the Tamron 150-600mm. It's the lightest weight superzoom supertelephoto lens, and also the cheapest. I have no qualms in using it for my professional wildlife work. The older version of the Canon 100-400 definitely has a better build quality, but can't match the optical quality of the Tamron.

Option 2: USED Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM Lens

Match Score

93%

Pros

Better build quality
Better weather sealing
Consistent output
Good general purpose lens

Cons

Over your budget unless you buy used
Quite heavy
Push-pull lens is more likely to attract dust
This is the original version of the lens, not the current version

Option 3: Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM Super Telephoto Lens

Match Score

84%

Pros

Fast autofocus
Good build quality
Consistent output
Detachable tripod collar

Cons

Prime lens is less versatile
Bulky
No image stabilization
Poor in low light

Option 4: Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM Telephoto Lens with a teleconverter

Match Score

73%

Pros

Great optical quality
Doubles as a nice sports lens
Durable
Fast aperture

Cons

Too short of a focal length
No image stabilization
Limited versatility
Autofocus hunts for focus

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