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open box Canon EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM from Best Buy $306

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Almost half the price of typical ebay sales of this very versatile lens.
R8 users should seriously consider this over RF24-105stm(woot had it for $230 recently),or RF24-105F4. It would be almost $500 more for the corner sharpness upgrade you can get from Rf24-105 F4.

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Almost half the price of typical ebay sales of this very versatile lens.
R8 users should seriously consider this over RF24-105stm(woot had it for $230 recently),or RF24-105F4. It would be almost $500 more for the corner sharpness upgrade you can get from Rf24-105 F4.

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/e...32/openbox

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Feb 19, 2025 10:03 AM
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npmpFeb 19, 2025 10:03 AM
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Is it available in any zip code around the bay area?
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Feb 19, 2025 10:59 AM
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mendelsphotography
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Feb 19, 2025 10:59 AM
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Steal? Not sure current price of this now that the RF exist but this was always around $1,000 NEW. For this price with an adapter. I think a worth good deal.
Feb 19, 2025 11:15 AM
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StrategyFreakFeb 19, 2025 11:15 AM
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Quote from mendelsphotography View quoted comment :
Steal? Not sure current price of this now that the RF exist but this was always around $1,000 NEW. For this price with an adapter. I think a worth good deal.
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Feb 19, 2025 1:25 PM
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LavenderPickle7682Feb 19, 2025 1:25 PM
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Refurb directly from Canon's occasional sales sees the 24-105 STM lens (cheaper alternative to this one) at sub-$200. I've even seen it hit $130.

In reviews, for all but "pixel peeping", there's very little practical difference between the L version and the STM version. Yes, there's some SLIGHT improvement on the edges when wide open, but if you stop down to f/8, they're virtually the same lens.

In those reviews, they make it clear -- this is one of the most under-performing L-series lenses of recent time, especially when compared to its non-L counterparts. The cost difference doesn't justify the red ring.

The STM is cheaper, lighter, and smaller.

And it's Canon refurb, which is pretty much "no different than new" with a warranty. WurstBuy's "open box" is garage-sale-used quality, with something like, what, a 15 day return window?
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Feb 19, 2025 1:47 PM
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scubahead
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Feb 19, 2025 1:47 PM
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"unavailable" in any condition (in my location). Bummer.
Last edited by scubahead February 19, 2025 at 05:53 AM.
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Feb 19, 2025 2:17 PM
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Feb 19, 2025 2:17 PM
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Quote from LavenderPickle7682 View quoted comment :
Refurb directly from Canon's occasional sales sees the 24-105 STM lens (cheaper alternative to this one) at sub-$200. I've even seen it hit $130.In reviews, for all but "pixel peeping", there's very little practical difference between the L version and the STM version. Yes, there's some SLIGHT improvement on the edges when wide open, but if you stop down to f/8, they're virtually the same lens.In those reviews, they make it clear -- this is one of the most under-performing L-series lenses of recent time, especially when compared to its non-L counterparts. The cost difference doesn't justify the red ring.The STM is cheaper, lighter, and smaller.And it's Canon refurb, which is pretty much "no different than new" with a warranty. WurstBuy's "open box" is garage-sale-used quality, with something like, what, a 15 day return window?
WurstBuy's "open box" is garage-sale-used quality, with something like, what, a 15 day return window?
It's wurstbuy but it is also canon authorized retailer, meaning the receipt is good for warranty as long as the lens hasn't been registered.
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Feb 19, 2025 3:47 PM
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1-6Feb 19, 2025 3:47 PM
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"Good lenses never lose value"
Yeah right…

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Feb 19, 2025 4:21 PM
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xmenxmenxmenFeb 19, 2025 4:21 PM
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Quote from 1-6 View quoted comment :
"Good lenses never lose value"
Yeah right…
Except like the above mentioned, this is not one of those great lens. It's just average for a L lens. I have it as part of a kit lens, it's just ok compared to my other lens. For this price it is decent.
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Feb 19, 2025 4:23 PM
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TimlessFeb 19, 2025 4:23 PM
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Quote from 1-6 View quoted comment :
"Good lenses never lose value"
Yeah right…
nobody ever says that.
Feb 19, 2025 4:32 PM
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mannyvFeb 19, 2025 4:32 PM
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Quote from 1-6 View quoted comment :
"Good lenses never lose value"
Yeah right…
Most used Canon L lenses have stubbornly high prices. It's only recently that the EF prices have started to drop in the secondary market. And that 1.0 lens keeps going up.
Feb 19, 2025 4:36 PM
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beastiebobFeb 19, 2025 4:36 PM
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Nice, got lucky one was available in my area and snagged it. Listed in Fair condition so hopefully it's not too dinged up.
Feb 19, 2025 5:19 PM
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jamsomitoFeb 19, 2025 5:19 PM
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I'm torn on this. The 24-105 is a do-it-all lens, the one you grab when you only want 1 lens, or when traveling light, or, all the time... Yeah it will perform similarly to the RF lens, but the size and weight savings, especially after you figure the adapter into it, would be worth the extra $3-400 (assuming you can get a refurb RF 24-105 f4L at the $800 deal). I think I'm going to hold out for the refurb RF deal over this. But it's super tempting, and this is a fantastic price assuming condition and warranty work out for you.
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Feb 19, 2025 6:49 PM
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wysiwyg1652Feb 19, 2025 6:49 PM
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This lens is a steal even at the clearance price of $441.99 if you can find it for that. EF lenses are compatible with Canon's R mount using an adaptor. I've used this lens with an EOS R6 camera and the images were spectacular. Very sharp and excellent color saturation. Likely being phased out in favor of its RF counterpart (which is a completely different lens).
Feb 19, 2025 7:40 PM
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beastiebobFeb 19, 2025 7:40 PM
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Quote from beastiebob View quoted comment :
Nice, got lucky one was available in my area and snagged it. Listed in Fair condition so hopefully it's not too dinged up.
Crap, BB just canceled my order, out of stock

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Feb 19, 2025 8:28 PM
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totalx90Feb 19, 2025 8:28 PM
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How does this compare to the DIM synced base hyperflex tube design of the old Nicon standard X FireWire flat disk cameras of last quarter?
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