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"Open box" items at major retailers are usually items that have been returned by a previous buyer. While sometimes it's just buyer's remorse, many items do get returned due to defects, which in the case of lenses be decentering or focusing issues. I therefore steer clear on principle.
We don't really know the provenance of refurbished gear from Canon, but each item I have purchased has been indistinguishable from new (as others have mentioned). I'd say it's a better bet, personally. Refurbished gear also comes with a full year warranty from Canon, so you are as protected as when buying new. And the Canon online store does accept returns if you find it defective for some reason.
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