2/24/2012

How The Canon Telephoto Lens Compares Against Other Camera Lenses

By Mike Song


It is rare that a company can make improvements to a product that is regarded as the best but Canon did that with the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Lens. The lens is very much like the original but it takes speed, functionality and optical quality to another level. In the event you never had an L lens, you'll be very amazed with its amazing sharpness.

Much more about the Canon lens explained

You could take crisper indoor photos, because of the Image Stabilization. You will not have much motion blur from the movement of the zoom lens but for the subject, there will be a greater effect with the much larger aperture. To protect the camera from the elements, there's a black o-ring at the mount but to make a complete seal, you'll need a lens filter. You could do an incredible job with this lens for sports or portrait photography. Some may feel that there isn't a reason to upgrade from an already good lens. September of 2001 is when the original zoom lens came out, so there is certainly well over 9 years of technological advancement for you to take advantage of in the new and improved second edition.

There is a much better design to the buttons, and moving over to MF when shooting isn't a worry any longer. Unlike the original edition, there isn't any sound of the gyro as the new version has the silent Image Stabilization technology. The optics are actually improved for increased quality, with one fluorite and five UD elements. The contrast is improved with reduced flare. It focuses more quickly and quieter and considerably closer, which allows you better tight portraits when inside. It is much easier to put on and pull off as it has a lock, and it is less prone to scratches because of a different texture. If you are planning to keep your lens for a long time, then you probably would want to upgrade to this lens.

Like every good Canon lens, the cost is high but it is everything you would expect. In order to maintain a fixed aperture of f2.8 through the entire zoom range, it takes a lot of glass making the L lens rather heavy. Several ideas which can help you, include using Mode 2 of Image Stabilization if you're planning on panning right or left, like following a car. If you're having trouble focusing indoor shots, it may be because you have selected 2.5 to infinity on the focus distance selector.

If you check out the reviews, you will notice most of the consumers gave the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L II IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras the highest recommendation, which is excellent for something so expensive. The lens is pretty pricey so you ought to only get this if you are a devoted hobbyist or a pro.




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