What does it mean when it says "import" after the lens name? Is this not actually made by canon?
935001
Hmmm not exactly sure I know the lens is made in japan. So it's not American made. But I have it and it has been good to me
935002
China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens... » Read More China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. « Show Less
935003
Often you will see (import) or (Grey Market). What this means is that while the product is still made by Canon, it was not intended for sale in the U.S market and will not be covered by Canon's U.S.A. warranty.
935004
From what I understand it is made by canon but it's made for other countries. So, basically it's a canon without the warranty. I've used mine quite a bit and haven't had a problem yet.
935005
I bought this lens. I love it. It is made by Canon. I believe the import means it comes from outside the US.
2248895
I had a similar experience with www.lensclearance.com. I ordered a canon 580ex II and the guy Rick called to clarify some billing info that was missing (because the order screen did not ask for it). He tried to sell me the Sigma flash for twice the price at Amazon and claimed it was a way better deal! Of course I declined and the order just sit there unfilled till I cancelled it.
2195957
Well, as far as I know, this lens doesn't have any electronics... So it's not supposed to be 'Recognized' by any camera as such... You're supposed to use it manually.Check your camera manual for ways to disable the error message with manual lenses.
1327439
All lenses are canon it's just the filters and lense adapter that are different. I love the camera and everything with it. It was a amazing deal
849612
No. Not this one. The other one. The one made for Canon. Buy that one. But not this one.
515054
I suspect that bulk packaging means it comes in a plain box, rather than a Canon-branded retail box...it is likely the lens is a kit lens (a lens intended to be sold in the same box with a camera body) that has been removed from the kit and is being sold separately.
1653637
This is an auxiliary lens (58mm) that connects to another filter or lens mount. Check the size of the camera lens mount, on the camera or in printed specifications. I never use the lens beyond a trial as the optical quality was not what I expected or wanted.
1391610
If it doesn't specify canon mount it's probably a sigma mount. That's what happened to me. Then when I exchsnged it they didn't have the nikon mount at the same price. Had to reorder from another store.
1431799
Nope, just make sure you buy the version for Canon and be away that it's a manual lens(no AF)
609
It's for Canon FD mounts, The new ones are EF I believe. The FD lenses were discontinued in the early 90's. You also have to shoot in manual mode as autofocus will not work.
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It's for Canon FD mounts, The new ones are EF I believe. The FD lenses were discontinued in the early 90's.You also have to shoot in manual mode as autofocus will not work.
1757977
I would take that to mean that it may have manuals or literature in other languages that comes with the lens if it is boxed. As long as it is a Canon EF mount or Nikon EF mount depending what camera you're buying it for you'll be fine. The warrantee shouldn't matter One way or the other since it seems like it doesn't come with one. Hope that helps.
1935829
Many reasons. In this instance, this lens is part of a "split kit." Here is a link to some good information about Canon cameras and lenses, authorized, unauthorized USA, Import and grey market items. http://www.canonpricewatch.com/blog/authorized-unauthorized-dealers-and-grey-market-explained/
811132
I have to return my lens. Used twice on a shoot and serious focusing issues both times. I will not pass judgment, as I plan to return to Tamron under their warranty and I bought this upon recommendation from fellow fans of this particular lens. I shoot Canon and this was the first time I purchased outside of their line...
394008
It was a mystery to me...the lens came in a Nikon factory box and there were a whole bunch of smaller boxes with cleaner, filters, mini tripod, etc. - my guess is that it refers to all the accessories. I haven't used most of them, but the lens is awesome.
1605633
Yes, I have this lens. Comes in a canon box & and is labeled with canon's logo. It's not one of their "expensive" lenses, but it is a canon lens.
167369
It looks like this one is for Nikon. They make one for Canon, I own it and it's amazing. Absolutely love this lens.