It is a similar lens to one of the two we have for our Canon D. Our is a 70 - 300 lens, but is probably a bit older model. It works great, although we've typically just used that lens for sporting events and air shows while using the smaller lens (not as much zoom) for things around the house and wildlife, ect. Both lenses we have are Canon lenses. We are also, obviously a Canon house hold as well. I've had a Canon SLR since I was in high school back in the early 90's. My first SLR was a 35mm film Canon Rebel.