| |  | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $970.00
Buy New: $580.00
You Save: $390.00 (40%)
New (31) Used (10)
Avg. Customer Rating:  165 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Optical Zoom: 2.9
Maximum Focal Length: 200
Minimum Focal Length: 70
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 5.4 x 5.4
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 2578A003
Model: 2578A003
UPC: 082966214202
EAN: 0082966214202
ASIN: B000053HH5
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Absolutely gorgeous June 14, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
The optics on this lens are out of this world. The daytime photos I've taken with it have been excellent. The colors, sharpness, and contrast with this lens make it worth every penny. When shooting with it, I rarely have to do any post processing because the photos come out gorgeous almost every time.
Buy This Lens!!! June 9, 2008
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
If you're considering this lens, it means you are hoping the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras version of this lens and the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras version of this lens are unnecessary. Let me tell you, I was in the same position: I really wanted the f/2.8L IS version, but didn't know if spending the extra $1K was worth it or not. I got this lens (f/4L, non-IS) and am COMPLETELY happy with my decision! This lens is about as light as an L lens gets, and f/4 is completely acceptable for this level of zoom, I've found. I'm really glad I saved my money (and put it towards the amazing Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens).
This lens isn't as white as I thought it would be. It seems to be more of an off-white, but that doesn't bother me. This is my first L Series lens, and I'm completely hooked! Everything about it is well-made! Even the surface of the lens is easy to grip and adjust, and it comes with a lens hood, as does the 16-35mm f/2.8L, so you don't have to worry about purchasing one separately. I got a good CP filter and an ExpoDisc for the lens, and that's really all you'll need for a modern camera. I've learned that modern digital cameras don't even really see the UV wavelengths that the UV filters used to protect your shots from, so unless you want to spend money on a little bit of lens protection by buying a UV filter, don't bother.
In summary: If you're considering this lens, get it! Don't waste your money on the f/2.8L or IS versions unless you really need it and can afford it, in which case, you probably wouldn't be considering this lens! Keep in mind a couple things: The other versions of this lens will be heavier and larger, so will be more difficult to carry. Also, a 70-200mm on a 40D or Rebel will actually be 112-320mm, as most Canon digital cameras will have a 1.6 "crop factor" compared to the more expensive 5D or hyper-expensive 1Ds Mark III, which are full-frame cameras.
I am completely satisfied with this purchase and would make the same decision again! If you get this lens, you won't be unhappy!
nice lens! June 5, 2008
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
this is the cheapest L lens you can buy! most people say its a must have in this focal range!
Love it. June 2, 2008
1 out of 7 found this review helpful
I love this lens. I bought it for my Canon 20D in the end of 2004. It is a nice choice.
 L SERIES NICE May 30, 2008
0 out of 8 found this review helpful
VERY NICE LENCE CONSTRUCTION AND VERY LIGHT WEIGHT, BEST L SERIE TELEPHOTO FOR THE PRICE.
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