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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
First seen: 29 february 2004
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User Score (1112)9.7
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Expert Score (4)8.0
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Value for money (18)8.5
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Ease of use (6)9.5
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Pros & Cons
- usable is, is that works, fast lense, wider aperture than alternatives, constant maximum aperture
- draws attention, bit heavy and, not for me though, too short for wildlife, focusing speed and reliability
A spectacular professional lens, combining the virtues of the legendary EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM with the Canon’s newest Image Stabilizer technology. The IS system now offers up to a three-stop improvement in hand-held ability, responds faster than ever before, and functions on a solid tripod. Additional improvements include faster AF response and tracking speed, weather-resistant construction, and the entirely new optical system focuses even closer (to 4.6 feet /1.4m) …
Manufacturer's Specs
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TypeCanon EF mount (metal).
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Focal Length70-200mm.
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Maximum ApertureF/2.8.
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Optical Construction23 elements in 18 groups (4 UD elements) with Super Spectra Coating.
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Angle of View34 degrees to 12 degrees (diagonal at infinity).
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AF Drive SystemGear driven by ring type USM.
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AF Drive Noise40 dB or lower.
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Manual FocussingEnabled with focus mode switch and focus ring (full time mechanical MF mechanism).
Release Date
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First seen29 February 2004
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Reviews of Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
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Canon's EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
Reviewer: Camerasdirect8 December 2008Built like a tank and ultra-responsive, Canon's EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens is a great tool for fashion, wedding, portrait and event photographers and a good match for full frame DSLRs like the EOS-1Ds Mark II and EOS 5D. The addition of Canon's second-generation image stabilisation technology adds $1,180 to its price tag but gives photographers up to three stops of exposure compensation, which is useful when flash is not permitted. Read more
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Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens
Reviewer: PhotoReview23 August 2009Built like a tank and ultra-responsive, Canon's EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM lens is a great tool for fashion, wedding, portrait and event photographers and a good match for full frame DSLRs like the EOS-1Ds Mark II and EOS 5D. The addition of Canon's second-generation image stabilisation technology adds $1,180 to its price tag but gives photographers up to three stops of exposure compensation, which is useful when flash is not permitted.  ... [more] Read more
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