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Canon EF 70–200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens This telephoto zoom lens is an essential tool for professional photographers and skilled amateurs. The variable focal length makes it useful for photographing a broad range of subjects, and the 2.8 maximum aperture functions well in low-light situations. Snap candid portraits, stop the action at sporting events or compose wedding photos with exceptional blurred backgrounds.
Customer Rating
5
Arguably the most versatile lens
on April 4, 2011
Posted by: ocabj
from Riverside, CA
I've owned this lens since February 2010 when it first hit US retailers. In the 200mm range, I had owned the Canon EF 70-200 f/4L (non-IS) and the Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II. I also had the opportunity to use a friend's Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS (original v1).
The 200mm f/2.8L II is incredibly sharp wide open @ f/2.8 and for the price is an incredible value if you need f/2.8 at 200mm.
The 70-200 f/2.8L IS (1) has noticeable chromatic aberration wide-open.
But the 70-200 f/2.8L IS II is significantly improved over the original, and in my opinion (controlled testing), has sharpness wide open at 200mm that rivals Canon's 200mm f/2.8L II prime.
This lens is incredibly sharp and the 70-200mm focal range is so versatile. I shoot lots of portraits, and this is my go to lens (even over my 85mm f/1.2L II). While the 85L is considered the top portrait lens by most, I like the ability to shoot a photo session at various focal ranges / perspectives without having to change lenses.
If I was only allowed one lens in my kit, it would be this lens.
Some will find it heavy. Others will debate the price.
If either worry you, I assure you the superb quality of this lens far outweighs the price and weight.
What's great about it: Image Quality, f/2.8, IS
What's not so great: Price, heavy compared to all other lenses in it's class
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Durability
5
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L-series professional f/1.4 wide-angle lens with an aspherical lens element to correct aberrations. The floating system enables high picture quality to be obtained over the entire focusing range. Auto focusing is quick and quiet with rear focusing and ring USM. Full-time manual focusing is also possible.
Customer Rating
5
Great general purpose lens
on March 24, 2010
Posted by: ocabj
from Riverside, CA
When I bought my very first dSLR (Canon XTi), I wanted this lens, but it was out of my initial budget range. The 35mm on a crop sensor is very close to the 50mm effective focal length on a full frame sensor, which is considered normal human eye perspective.
I originally bought the Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM and used it as my walkaround, normal perspective lens. A couple years later, I saved up the money and eventually bought the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L USM.
This lens is tack sharp. It is a Canon L-series lens so it has very high quality optical elements. The lens is also very fast focusing (I currently use it on a Canon 7D and 40D). The f/1.4 maximum aperture is great when trying to get a very thin depth of field for creative shots.
While I have yet to shoot full frame dSLR, the 35L is also very popular with Canon full frame users for full body portraits, group portraits, and semi-wide angle shots.
This lens is definitely worth the price.
What's great about it: Fast lens (f/1.4 max aperture), fast AF, excellent glass
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Durability
5
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Canon EOS 7D DSLR Camera with 28–135mm IS Lens: With a host of features designed to provide creative opportunity and exceptional image quality, the EOS 7D represents an advanced class of camera. An array of automatic and manual settings give you full control over your shots, and an 18.0 megapixel CMOS sensor with Dual DIGIC 4 processing allows you to capture fine details with powerful performance.Memory card sold separately.
Posted by: ocabj
from Riverside, CA
When the Canon 7D was announced, I had the 40D and XTi. After reading the specifications and the few previews/reviews (of beta copies), I just had to get one. The 40D/50D are great cameras. But the 7D is a huge leap above what the 40D/50D bodies offer.
While 1080p HD video recording capabilities were a plus, the main draw for me were the 19 auto-focus points, the 100% viewfinder, 63 zone metering, and the dual processors.
As far as APS-C aka 'crop sensor' cameras are concerned, this is a great camera.
My only complaints so far are:
1. 18 Megapixels. I think Canon could have kept it at or under 14MP and in order to gain better high ISO performance. Of course, maybe the balance differences between MP and high ISO performance was negligible at 18MP, and that's why Canon chose 18.
2. Lacks an AF assist light on the body. Granted, I have an 580 EX II and can put that on the body, set it to not fire and only use AF assist on the flash. But an AF assist light on the 7D body would have been a nice feature to have.
3. Single slot CompactFlash only. I like CF. I have lots of cards. But I wish Canon would follow Nikon and put dual slots, one CF and one SDHC, and allow the operator the ability to use either or both slots at the same time. I'd like to have a 8G CF and an 8G SDHC card in the body and write to both for redundancy (backup) or even to separate still and video.
That said, what you get from the 7D far outweighs the minor deficiencies noted.
What's great about it: Autofocus system (19 AF points), 63 zone metering system, 100% viewfinder
What's not so great: Lacks: built-in AF assist light, dual memory card slots
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Ease of Use
4
Features
5
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