Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM Reviews

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Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM User Reviews

My Favorite Lens | Rating:
“There is no doubt that this is a great lens. The first time I shot with the f/4L (non IS version), my response to the photos was “oh wow.” I was a new photographer and had not realized the difference a lens can make. The non-IS version is a great lens and the best value in Canon’s “L” lineup. Since I do a lot of work in lower light, I came up against the non-IS version’s limits. There were just too many situations where I needed just a little more aperture power. So I upgraded to the f/4L with IS. I have never, ever been sorry. With both lenses, the colors are incredibly vibrant and the clarity is amazing. I’ve taken shots of people, birds and animals at 200mm. It is as if I was standing next to them. The difference is that the f/4 with IS is more versatile in that it allows more low light photography. “ – by Jazzpooch

canon 70-200 f4 L IS | Rating:
“I have a 5D with this camera, and it rocks, really sharp images. Be careful when using it on a tripod for long exposures. IS could make your images blurry, and I suggest using the mirror lockup function. It does not have a tripod adapter for the lens and the official Canon one is too expensive. I have used it without one with success. If you are looking for this lens, it’s a great tool and the 4stops IS really works. If you are not tired, and there is no wind, and little influence from the exterior, a 200mm shot could be take at almost 1/15 – 1/8 and still be sharp.” – by Hodorogea Dorian Camil

Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS lens | Rating:
“My first zoom lens was the 70-200mm f/4L and it is an excellent lens. I needed a very steady hand or a tripod to get the most out of that lens. It is very sharp and light weight, but I do not carry a tripod and soon sold it to help fund the 70-200mm f/4 L IS. I saw a noticeable difference with IS and could carry that lens around all day, take some super sharp shots and it was a pleasure to own. It is also the lens that I most regret selling. I currently own the 70-200mm f/2.8L IS and it is a WOW lens. The sharpness and background blur is awesome.” – by S. Dixon

Excellent zoom lens that you can carry! | Rating:
“There are many reviews on this item, so the quality has already been spoken for, the best thing about this is the ability to carry it everywhere. This is a nice zoom to hike with, going to the zoo, or just shooting the kids outside at play. I have rented the 2.8 version of this one and it can get rough on the arms. Very nice lens, fantastic quality, and easy to use.” – by DigitalProphet

Great staple, “go-to” lens. | Rating:
“The new lens is wonderful, tack sharp, good build and focuses quickly. I use it to do dog photography and it is great outdoors. Indoors for action shots in low light, I would go with the 2.8 over the f/4 to get those really crisp photos in low light conditions. Otherwise great all around zoom lens at a good price. Image stabilization has really come in handy too.” – by D. Brake

Tack Sharp, Fantastic IS | Rating:
“I purchased this lens over a year ago. This was my first Canon L Series lens. It is called Canon’s sharpest zoom lens, and from my experience, I’d have to agree. The Image Stabilization claims up to four F-Stops. My experience backs this up. At a local park near dusk, I photographed deer handheld at 1/15 of a second and 200mm and the photos were all tack sharp. “ – by Burg

brilliant lens, a tad bit heavy | Rating:
“Simply put, this is the best lens in my kit right now. High speed autofocus and IS just add to the quality of the images. I’m using this lens with a EOS 450D, and the quality is just stunning. Sturdy construction, and feels solid. Fast autofocus, and amazing clarity, IS really adds to the plus points of the lens (a must have for a 200mm lens) “ – by Sahil Ramani

Super lens! | Rating:
“I found many review sites that rated the 70-200mm non-IS version of this lens as the best of the low cost L lens (it is in fact the lowest price L you can get). But I knew my subjects and style would require the use of Image Stablilzation, so I spent more for the IS version (it is actually about twice the price). If you can afford the IS version, get it. Even though this is a big lens, it is not too heavy. Image quality is spectacular! This lens focuses faster and takes sharper pictures than any of the lenses I was using before. Will you notice a difference. YES. You just have to decide if you can afford to spend the money. I never knew what I was missing before. Now I do. Having a constant f4 aperture is great. The bokeh is fantastic with this lens. “ – by Pacman

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Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM User Manual

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Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L IS USM Specifications

Capture the far-off action of fast-paced sports or zoom in for an intimate portrait with the Canon EF 70-200mm telephoto zoom lens. The L-series lens offers an Image Stabilizer that provides up to four stops of shake correction–a first for Canon IS lenses. The use of fluorite UD lens elements, meanwhile, produces an excellent optical performance in terms of resolution and contrast. Add in a sturdy housing with water- and dust-proof construction and you have a lens that’s both portable and high performing. Other details include an f/4 maximum aperture, a ring-type ultra-sonic monitor (USM) that enables quick and quiet autofocusing, compatibility with circular polarizing filters, and a lightweight body. The lens carries a one-year warranty.

* Focal length: 70-200mm
* Maximum aperture: f/4
* Lens construction: 20 elements in 15 groups
* Diagonal angle of view: 34 to 12 degrees (with full-frame cameras)
* Focus adjustment: AF with full-time manual focus
* Closest focusing distance: 3.94 feet
* Zoom system: 7-group helical zoom (72-degree rotational angle)
* Filter size: 67mm
* Dimensions: 3 inches in diameter, 6.8 inches long
* Weight: 26.8 ounces