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from LAS VEGAS/HENDERSON, NEVADA on 4/5/2009
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
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from Winnfield, LA on 2/23/2009
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
This lense works well for caturing action shots at baseball games, especially in the infield. Provides a very quick focus and sharp photos.
from Laguna Hills, CA on 2/9/2009
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
I use this product for sports and other activities that I can be on the field and require a little bit of a zoom lens. This lens is fast and the least expensive of the "L" series lenses. I am very happy with the results of this lens
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from SLC, UT on 10/6/2008
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
I use this lens for Snowboarding/ Skiing Photography and it is great! It is an all arond awesome lens for what I need it for!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Boston, MA on 7/30/2008
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
Lots of professional features for a fraction of the cost ; well-constructed ; slightly slow for action/sports photography, but a marked step in the right direction
[9 of 9 customers found this review helpful]
from houston, tx on 6/2/2008
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
This lens is great for a walk around zoom when you need to get a little closer then most standard zooms give you. It is extremely sharp, the colors are vibrant and alive and the bokeh is right on. This lens is perfect for outdoor photography, it's not heavy once you get used to it and is perfect for a walk around the woods, park, zoo or anywhere you want pictures of stuff you can't get right up on. I wouldn't say it's ideal for wildlife, unless your shooting critters that aren't skittish as you need to be fairly close to get good clean shots, but it's doable. The pricing makes this lens one of the best values you can get. This definitely isn't a lens you are going to be using in low lights or indoor natural light situations, but then you shouldn't be expecting to use a f/4 for that anyways. The lens really shines when used outside, just beautiful pictures. It has no weaknesses, unless you consider it's poor use in low lights, but it's not made for that anyways. The build quality is excellent. The internal focusing and zoom further strenghens it's case for outdoor photography as it keeps it from sucking in dust and moisture. This should be one of the first lenses you purchase for your Canon....be warned once you buy an "L" that's all you're gonna wanna buy!
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from Phoenix, AZ on 1/24/2008
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
I bought this lens from a photo I took trying out a friends Rebel XTI. I was amazed at the quality an detail in the photo I took.
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from Alhambra, CA on 5/26/2007
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
This is a great telephoto zoom. For the price, it can't be beat, especially when it's L quality. It met all my expectations and more.
The lens is very sharp and has great color reproduction. It is also very well built, very rugged and durable.
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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
from Chantilly VA on 2/17/2007
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
This lens has great color, contrast and sharpness. It is a great value for a pro lens. It is light and has fast focus. Works great for sports and animals. However, in low light you will need to use the flash.
[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
from Miami on 2/17/2007
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
Just got this lens and it blows away the photos I was getting before. Sharpness, contrast and color repro is beautiful. Took it on the beach today with no worries of sand getting in as it zooms internally and doesn't extend. The photos are phenomenal, tack sharp with great bokeh but I warn everyone that once you try an L lens, you're hooked - and at this price for an L lens, why not?
[10 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
from Williamsport, Maryland on 2/17/2007
Comments about Canon Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
In my opinion, all Canon L series lenses represent the pinnacle of performance. In fact Canon makes a number of non L lenses that I feel are pretty darn close in performance.
But the major advantage of the 70-200 f4 L among other L series lenses is it's price. In fact if you were to purchase the f2.8 L instead, you'll pay more than twice as much.
But with the f4 you'll get razor sharp images, outstanding contrast, rugged construction, hand holdability which is important because L lenses can be huge, and...well...it just looks damn cool on your camera. All joking aside, if you want to look like a professional then you'd better show up with professional looking gear and L series lenses will give you that.
I only offer this one caution, if your doing a lot of low light shooting such night sporting events or weddings in available light, you might want to consider upgrading to the f2.8 or the newer f4 with image stabilization. I love my f4 and will never go back to consumer glass, but at times I wish I had that one more f stop.
But again, look at the prices of all the other L series lenses then compare them to the f4...then remember you still get the quality and build of the L series plus you don't need a mono pod to support it and you'll see why I feel this lens is a great value.