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| High-performance, L-series telephoto zoom lens combining light weight and compactness with an f/4 maximum aperture. Inner focusing and the ring USM enable quick and quiet autofocusing. Also, a circular polarizing filter can be attached and used without difficulty because the front lens element does not rotate during focusing. The tripod collar (sold separately) is the same one used with the EF 300mm f/4L USM. |
EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Lens Specifications
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Canon 70-200mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Reviews

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- Fast / accurate auto-focus (13)
- Durable (11)
- Easily interchangeable (8)
- Rugged (8)
- Consistent output (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (9)
- Sports/action (6)
- Upgrade (5)
- Wildlife (5)
- Portraits (4)
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Reviewed by 11 customers
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Pros
- ALL AROUND LENS
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- GROUP SHOTS
- PORTRAIT SHOTS
- Quick Focus
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- SPORT SHOTS
- Strong Construction
- WILDLIFE SHOTS
Cons
- Slightly Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Landscape Photography
- Night Photography
- Outdoors
- people
- Special Effects
- Sports
- Sports/Action
- TRIPS
- Upgrade
- Wildlife
Comments about Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens:
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Quick Focus
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about 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.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Quick Focus
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Landscape Photography
- Sports/Action
Comments about 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
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Easy To Clean
- Sharp Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about 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!
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
- Wildlife
Comments about 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
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Easy To Clean
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Upgrade
- Wildlife
Comments about 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!
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Easy To Clean
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Upgrade
- Wildlife
Comments about 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.
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Easy To Clean
- Light For A Telephoto
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Outdoor sports wildlife
- Portrait
- Sports in daytime
Comments about 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.
Pros
- Durable
- Non extenting zoom
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portrait Lens
- Professional Work
Comments about 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?
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Clean
- Rugged
- Sharp Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Professional Work
- Upgrade
Comments about 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.




