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Photo Forum / Digital Photography / DSLR Cameras / October 2006Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens
Has anyone gotten the Canon Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? If so, how do you like it? Anyone know of a review comparing it to the f/2.8 version? B&H Photo does not seem to have it (they have the non-IS version). Is it available yet? Thanks, Roger > Has anyone gotten the Canon > Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > Thanks, > Roger i think it will be out on november . > Has anyone gotten the Canon > Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > Thanks, > Roger i think it will be out on november . >> Has anyone gotten the Canon >> Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > i think it will be out on november . ups....sorry..billy and his vista RC2 again :-( > Has anyone gotten the Canon > Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > B&H Photo does not seem to have it (they have the non-IS > version). Is it available yet? Due out next month. IS gives four stops? Sounds interesting. > Has anyone gotten the Canon > Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > B&H Photo does not seem to have it (they have the non-IS > version). Is it available yet? According to my (Canon Pro) dealer, it's available early 2007, current price EUR 1133.00 (incl 19% VAT). If things go as planned, I'll be handling one on Friday. I may be able to take some shots, but I don't expect the shop interior to provide a nice subject.  SignatureBart > Has anyone gotten the Canon > Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > Thanks, > Roger I bought one yesterday from the local camera store. I'm a user not a tester and I think the new EF 70-200mm f - 4L is the greatest. My guesstimeter tells me anyone getting this lens would not be unhappy using it. >> Has anyone gotten the Canon >> Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > guesstimeter tells me anyone getting this lens would not be unhappy > using it. They're talking about the IS version. SignatureImages (Plus Snaps & Grabs) by Mark² at: www.pbase.com/markuson >>> Has anyone gotten the Canon >>> Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > > They're talking about the IS version. Yeah Mark, I know. The IS version is what I bought. >>>> Has anyone gotten the Canon >>>> Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > Yeah Mark, I know. The IS version is what I bought. You didn't include "IS" in your otherwise-complete lens description...so it that wasn't clear. Glad to hear it's already available, and that you're happy with it. SignatureImages (Plus Snaps & Grabs) by Mark² at: www.pbase.com/markuson >>>>> Has anyone gotten the Canon >>>>> Canon EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM lens? [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > that wasn't clear. > Glad to hear it's already available, and that you're happy with it. Sorry about that Mark but I thought I had it covered when I said I bought the _new_ lens. But you're right. I should have been more complete in the description. As for the lens, I've used it for a short time but time enough to convince me it's a big time winning lens. I've used the F-2.8L IS lens and now the F-4L IS lens and while I feel both are equally excellent lenses I much prefer hand hold a camera with the F-4L IS lens. I must say, IMO, if it were possible for one to try the lens before buying, they would would be hooked to buy. [8<8<8<] > Anyone know of > a review comparing it to the f/2.8 version? Yes: http://www.goecker.dk/Content/Producttests/Canon70-2004L.asp It is in danish from a reliable pro dealer, and states that: Comparing tests shots with EF 70-200/2.8L IS shows a little better performance for the 4.0. Maybe not much, but it is a step better. Studio shots are done with EOS 5D. Kind regards Mogens Hansen > [8<8<8<] >> Anyone know of [quoted text clipped - 11 lines] > > Mogens Hansen I'd have liked to have seen some comparison images, though. SignatureSkip Middleton www.shadowcatcherimagery.com www.pbase.com/skipm >> [8<8<8<] >>> Anyone know of [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] >> > I'd have liked to have seen some comparison images, though. How valid do you think comparison images are in a magazine or on-line? First, the resolution on-screen, or the variability in the printing process could easily muddle any differences. Second, you have to assume that the example of each lens that was tested is representative of the breed. >>> [8<8<8<] >>>> Anyone know of [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > that the example of each lens that was tested is representative of the > breed. Well, it would certainly tell me more than some guy saying that the f4 version was better than the f2.8 version, if only by a little. There were no references to whether he was speaking of them wide open, or both at f4, f8 or what. It's true that PhotoZone has the f4 non IS outperforming the f2.8 IS, but I'd like to see something more definitive than, like I said, just relying on what somebody says. SignatureSkip Middleton www.shadowcatcherimagery.com www.pbase.com/skipm [8<8<8<] > I'd have liked to have seen some comparison images, though. The sentense after the one I translated states: "All pictures are, as always, displayed in the sales department, where you are welcome to see them". I'm sure the invitation applies to you to :-) Kind regards Mogens Hansen > [8<8<8<] >> I'd have liked to have seen some comparison images, though. [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > > Mogens Hansen Bit of a long row from San Diego, CA... ;-) SignatureSkip Middleton www.shadowcatcherimagery.com www.pbase.com/skipm |
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