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Features
- 70-200 mm focal length and 1:2.8 maximum aperture
- Lens construction consists of 23 elements in 19 groups (1 fluorite and 5 UD elements)
- 34-Degree - 12-Degree diagonal angle of view
- Inner focusing system with USM and full-time manual focus option
- 77 mm filter size. Extenders Compatible
Description
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens increases the speed, performance and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM while maintaining all of the characteristics that have made it a legend for professionals and advanced amateurs alike. This lens features one fluorite and five UD elements for increased optical quality and reduced chromatic aberration. It has a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m/3.9 ft. at all zoom settings, which is useful for photographers in smaller spaces trying to get closer to a subject. A next-generation Optical Image Stabilizer, provides up to 4 stops of correction at all focal lengths. Plus the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM is dust- and moisture-resistant and designed for use in the challenging environments typical of rigorous professional use. From the Manufacturer Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens
Specs & Other Info
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Canon |
| Aperture | F2.8 |
| Lens Category | Telephoto |
| Mount Compatibility | Canon EF |
| Lens Warranty | 200 months |
| Dimensions | 7.83 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches |
| Weight | 2.9 pounds |
| Model Number | 2751B002 |
| Battery Requirement | 1 Product-specific battery needed |
| Production Status | Currently available |
| Release Date | January 4, 2010 |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
Frequently asked questions
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens has a maximum aperture of f/2.8. This allows for enhanced performance in low light conditions and the ability to achieve a shallow depth of field for portraits and detailed shots.
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens is compatible with all Canon SLR cameras, both full-frame and crop sensor (APS-C) models. However, on crop sensor cameras, it will have an effective focal length of approximately 112-320mm due to the crop factor.
Yes, the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens features an Image Stabilization (IS) system. This system helps to reduce the appearance of camera shake by up to four stops, making it easier to capture sharp images at slower shutter speeds or while shooting handheld.
The Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens is highly suitable for sports and wildlife photography due to its fast f/2.8 maximum aperture, which allows for faster shutter speeds to freeze motion. Additionally, its rapid and silent Ultrasonic Motor (USM) autofocus system enables quick and accurate focusing on moving subjects, while the durable build and weather sealing allow for use in various outdoor conditions.
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The Canon EF 70-200mm lens garners high praise for its remarkable image quality, fast autofocus, and professional appeal, especially in its most recent iteration. Users appreciate its versatility for a wide array of photography needs including weddings, portraiture, and events. While some find the lens heavy, its performance and the resulting image sharpness across various situations outweigh this drawback. The more recent version improves upon its predecessor with even sharper images, quicker focusing, and a more effective image stabilization system.
Pros
- 📸 Remarkable image quality that stands out even among professionals
- 🚀 Extremely fast autofocus, capable of focusing in almost complete darkness
- 🔧 Versatile for a variety of photography needs, from events to portraits
- 🛠 Improved image stabilization in newer versions, facilitating low-light shooting without a tripod
- 👁️ Closer focus capabilities and a zoom feature that does not extend the barrel
Cons
- ⚖️ Noticeable weight, which might be cumbersome in long shooting sessions
- 🏷️ High cost, although justified by the lens's quality and performance
- 🛠 Tripod mount design on the newer version might interfere with quick zoom adjustments
Should I Buy It?
If you're invested in photography, particularly in fields requiring top-notch image quality and versatility, this lens is worth the investment. Its performance, especially in terms of autofocus speed and image sharpness, sets a high standard. Though expensive, the lens's ability to hold its value and its utility in a professional setting may well justify the cost for serious photographers.
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I have been lusting after a 70-200 f/2.8 lens for 2 years now. After spending over a month researching which brand and model to get, I realized that I could never be truly happy without The Best. So I was going to get a Mark I version of this lens... until the Mark II came out. Then I had to decide if it was really worth the jump in price. Being that I have a tendency to choose "the best or nothing"... it really didn't take me long to start saving. Again. Disappointed, sure, but the reviews told me that my patience would be rewarded. And it has been. To be honest, I have only used it for a little while so far, so I'll update this review when I have more to say, but so far here's what I can tell you. The weight: It's there. This lens will require a tripod or a monopod for long shoots, unless you are used to it. Update: I am apparently used to it now, because I don't notice it anymore. Image quality: Expletives of an uncouth nature escaped my mouth involuntarily when I first saw the IQ this lens produces for myself. On my 5D Mark II, it's ... well, it's [BLEEP]ing insane! This lens makes my Canon 24-70 F/2.8 L look somewhat soft, even after being micro-adjusted. And believe me, I have a sharp copy! The difference is obvious. Image Stabilization: Very good. I can read the street signs a block away at 200 mm, ISO 100, f/2.8 with a shutter speed of 1/60. [Update: The IS consistently allows me to shoot at 1/13th of a second hand held, even at 200mm and get the shot, sharp. I could not believe my eyes when I first saw this... now I rely on it regularly. It doesn't work every time, but most of the time.] This is where the sharpness really shines, because even relying on IS, it's sharper than my Canon 24-70 2.8 L. But indoors, in a dimly lit room, at f/2.8 and ISO 100, getting shutter speeds of 1/6th to 1/8th of a second, and 200 mm, I was getting motion blur that was faint, but noticeable. It effectively made the resulting image soft, while remaining fully recognizable (and in many cases, usable). I wasn't quite as blown away by that as by everything else, but maybe I should be, considering the number of stops distance that is? This lens is bigger than I expected. It also allows me to shoot through chain link fence without being impeded by that fence - if the subject is more than 15 feet away. Last I went to the zoo, I was shooting a 28-135, and the 135/f3.2 wasn't enough to blur the fence out. My uncle was shooting a 28-300 Nikon lens at f/6.3, and was getting great shots I could not get because his lens at 200-300 mm was blurring the fencing out. Now I can not just shoot the things he can shoot, but completely blow away the image quality his lens gets!!! My first impression: Blown away. Breathlessly in awe. Ho-Lee-[BLEEP]! I have to say, I think my 24-70 L is feeling dejected now. That price tag you see on this baby? It's also [BLEEP]ing insane. But when you consider the factors - quality of build, quality of image, quality of IS, light gathering power, and the reasonable expectation that this will be a purchase you only have to make once to get literally a lifetime of exceptional use and value out of the thing - it is worth what it costs. Every penny. I wasn't sure I'd agree with the others here saying that, but I do. Just one word of warning: if you buy this lens, be careful. It's so sharp, you may reasonably worry about cutting your eyes looking the results. :) More when I have put her through her paces. Update 01-06-2011: Disappointingly, I have not had as many opportunities to use this lens since I bought it as I would have liked. My 24-70 has been my workhorse lens because of the very close quarters I have been working in recently. However, I have a few points you might be interested in. First, micro adjustment with my copy proved entirely unnecessary. at -5, there was a noticeable loss of detail; +0 to +5 are indistinguishable and as sharp as it gets. Had it set for +3 for a while, but literally, even at 200% magnification, you just cannot tell the difference between 0, +3 and +5. Second, my copy is sharpest at f/6.3. Kind of a surprise, since I was expecting 5.6. Third, if you're not used to using IS, it can take some getting used to, waiting a moment for the IS to stabilize. This has cost me sharpness in a lot of situations where it was critical. For some people, this lens will take time to get used to. For a little while, I thought my lens was somehow regressing in sharpness. Turns out I'm not giving it time to settle the IS. Fourth, to my utter amazement, IS actually has shown noticeable improvement in image quality hand held even up to a shutter speed of 1/8000th of a second in recent tests. I thought it would degrade image quality after 1/200th, but this appears not to be the case for my copy. Astounding. Update 11-07-2011: I now turn to this lens as a matter of common sense when the light is low. f/2.8 24-70 cannot keep up with this lens in very low light because of it's IS capability. It's as good as or better than my 16-35 on that point because the IS is so good. I would prefer to just leave this lens on my camera all the time, but foot zoom is not always a reasonable option, so the 24-70 still wins out most of the time simply because I use those focal lengths a lot in tight quarters. But this is my overall favorite lens, in spite of that fact.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2010 by SLM
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It is uncommon that you find average review scores for a solid 5 stars ... This is one of those products that doesn't really have a fence to sit on - meaning, if you're on the fence just add this thing to your cart and don't look back. Many will shutter (or shudder, sorry, bad pun!) at the price of this lens,..., without a doubt I did. But if you're a professional or an amateur photographer (as myself) that simply want the best image possible with a wide aperture and great image stabilization, you will know after you take your first picture that every dime you spent on this lens was worth it! Tack-sharp images with great color saturation and beautiful bokeh at every focal length. As I've read somewhere, this lens will quite possibly replace every prime that you own in between the 70-200mm range. Honestly, the only one it might not be able to replace is the 85mm f/1.2L just due to its sheer insane aperture size! But in saying that, this hand-sized bazooka, I mean cannon, or Canon, also doubles as a phenomenal portrait lens - the very top of many professional must-have portrait lenses. The build quality is second-to-none, something you notice instantly as you unbox the lens - it just feels and screams quality. Lens is wicked fast to focus, to boot! While it has spent most of its time hand-held yielding great results, my photos of it attached to a tripod with mirror lock-up have been out of control, scary good. Sorry I just don't really know how to describe its effortlessness, just check out the photos I and many others have posted here for this thing. One of the common CONS (other than price) from other reviewers I found was regarding the weight - this thing after all, scales in about 1.5kg, about 3.2pounds. I attach it to a 5D3 and in total I've got about 5lbs I'm lugging around with only a hand strap (the neck straps just get in my way). While I do try to workout regularly and yet am no Arnold, I've walked around with this combination for 4-5 hours at a session and will admit that my right arm and shoulder do get a bit tired after a while. But I'll be honest, when I line up a great shot and just know that this thing will produce a 'wow' photo, like the background that this thing renders, the fatigue in the arm and shoulder just blur away smoothly. At this point, I have this lens attached so frequently that any other smaller lens just feels too light and inadequate (keep in mind that this maybe just an ego thing because you WILL draw looks and camera/lens-envy!). As I've stated at the beginning of the review, yeah, you see a ton of 5-stars out there. You see another from me and I'm not one to give them out easily. Don't take my word however, your hard-earned cash is too valuable in today's crazy world. If you are unsure about this lens and no one would blame you given its hefty price tag - rent it, determine if the range of focal lengths, aperture width, sharpness, image-stabilization capabilities, weight, and of course price are all something you can live with. Keep in mind there are 3 other variants of this focal length range that also might nicely fit your needs - they are all gems themselves from all the reviews I've read. This one does carry quite a premium however. One that I was willing/able to live with and haven't ever looked back. I used to say that my favorite lens was the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro - a simply godly lens for its performance/price consideration. After making the plunge and getting acquainted with this lens however, all I can say is "why play favorites, it's nice to have options!" If you come to the decision and I know it can be a big one given the price of this beast, you won't ever regret it or get a case of buyer's remorse. It'll just bring a big smile to your face! Best of luck and good shooting!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2012 by Mark Mark