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Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens

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Pros

  • Sharp focus (254)
  • Quality construction (244)
  • Consistent output (183)
  • Durable (179)
  • Lightweight (155)
  • Easily interchangeable (148)
  • Rugged (127)
  • Fast focus (101)
  • Easy to clean (50)
  • Clear glass (20)
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  • Heavy (42)
  • Slow focus (9)
  • Blurry focus (4)
  • No is (3)
  • Weak casing (3)
  • Hard to clean (2)
  • Lens creep (2)
  • Scratches easily (2)
  • Tripod collar extra (2)

Best Uses

  • General purpose (182)
  • Sports/action (173)
  • Wildlife (157)
  • Portraits (117)
  • Landscapes (55)
  • Upgrade (48)
  • Travel (23)
  • Night photography (18)
  • Special effects (15)
  • Fun (14)
 
 
 

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Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens

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

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★★
5.0
Very Nice Lens

"I shoot mostly landscape and wildlife with a 30D in manual or AV mode. I use a tripod religiously, so I don't find it necessary to have an f/2.8 IS lens which costs more than twice as much and is heavier. I've used this lens with ND filters, a polarizer, and a Tamron SP 1.4 TC with excellent results. I admit that not all of my photos are keepers but that's to be expected. I humbly admit that most of the time..." Read Full Review »

Dec 24, 2008 by Nature Photog

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Reasonable first L lens, but...

"I bought this lens more than a year ago following enthusiastic reviews which were praising its rapport quality/price. It's an L lens, true, It's relatively cheap, yes; it's light weight also; however you get exactly what you pay for, not more. This lens is a good start for somebody who wants to get a 'cheap' zoom. However, as often goes in cases like this, you end up paying more at the end. In fact this lens, al..." Read Full Review »

May 16, 2008 by Gilo

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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Review

Very Nice Lens

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Landscape Photography
  • Wildlife
 

"I shoot mostly landscape and wildlife with a 30D in manual or AV mode. I use a tripod religiously, so I don't find it necessary to have an f/2.8 IS lens which costs more than twice as much and is heavier. I've used this lens with ND filters, a polarizer, and a Tamron SP 1.4 TC with excellent resul …"  Read Full Review »

Tufted Titmouse, 70-200 f/4L (f/11) Tamron SP 1.4X

Tufted Titmouse, 70-200 f/4L (f/11) Tamron SP 1.4X
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 24 2008
Nature Photog
Gettysburg, PA
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $619.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Review

easy choice

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Glass
  • Easily Accessible Controls
  • Easily Mounted
  • large lens hood
  • Lightweight
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Documentary
  • Photojournalism
  • Sports
  • Travel
 

"I carried out extensive research before opting for this lens. As my requisits entail carrying equipment for long days on extended travels.The weight penalty on the faster and sharper 2.8 s from canon and sigma was very significant. With a rebel xt and battery pack the handling is ideal. Auto focus i …"  Read Full Review »

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st petersburg russia
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 20 2007
dezza
antioch ca
I am:
  • Semi pro
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Price: $619.95
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Review

The next best thing....

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact Size
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Light weight
  • Rugged
  • More »

    Cons

  • Lack of tripod mount

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Professional Work
 

"I had the f/2.8 version of this lens and after trying it on my camera with the battery pack, I decided that it was much too heavy to use on a regular basis. I also felt that the price was very high for my needs.

I learned of the f/4 and decided that it would suit my needs just fine and I was right …"  Read Full Review »

I took this at 1600 ISO

I took this at 1600 ISO
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 31 2007
Jim G from Cleveland
Pepper Pike, OH
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $619.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Review

Easy, light, good image

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Sports/Action
  • Wildlife
 

"I use this lens to capture my daughter. She is 3 years old and she refuse to pose in front of camera. So most of the time, I have to use this lens to shoot without notice. The lens makes beautiful pictures even on the cheapest Canon Rebel XT. The L series lens is the trademark for professional users …"  Read Full Review »

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Backyard 1
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Backyard 2

Backyard 2
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 19 2008
QQ Father
Ottawa, Canada
I am:
  • Semi-Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $619.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Canon 70-200 mm EF f/4 L USM Zoom Lens Review

Thank you Canon!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp Focus
  • Strong Construction

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Portraits
  • Sports/Action
 

"I really am happy with the price-performance of this lens. Having Image Stabilization would be great, but considering how much cheaper and lighter this non-IS lens is, I strongly recommend this for any enthusiast.

I took some panning pictures of Formula 1 cars with this lens. Panning is difficult, …"  Read Full Review »

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Jun 26 2008
vajirkar
San Jose, CA
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $619.95
 
 
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